September 4
Father Vincent Capodanno
Chaplain and Martyr in Vietnam.
Collect
Almighty God, who didst call thy servant Vincent Capodanno to minister unto those in peril and to lay down his life in service to others: Grant unto us such courage and charity that we may not count our lives dear unto ourselves, but faithfully serve thee and our neighbour in every danger and trial; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer over the Offerings
Receive, O Lord, these offerings which we present in thankful remembrance of thy servant Vincent Capodanno, who ministered faithfully among the wounded and dying; and grant that we, strengthened by these holy mysteries, may abound in sacrificial love and steadfast service; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Proper Preface
…Who didst strengthen thy servant Vincent to minister amidst the dangers of battle, to comfort the wounded, and to give his life in faithful service to those entrusted to his care. And therefore with Angels and Archangels…
Post-Communion Prayer
Grant, we beseech thee, O Lord, that we who have partaken of these heavenly mysteries may, after the example of thy servant Vincent Capodanno, minister courageously unto those in danger, suffering, and fear; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Optional Commemoration Sentence
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
— St. John 15:13
“Praesens Inter Servientes” — Present among those who serve.