Alleluia on Sundays

Sundays in the weekly prayer order are set apart from the other days through the addition of "Alleluia" at the end of the psalms. The only exception is the Lenten season when Alleluia is not used at all.

Why are Sundays set apart from the other days?

• Sundays are considered the day to remember and celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. In a sense, through our celebration of Sunday we celebrate again the Resurrection.
• Sundays are set apart as a day of leisure and renewal. In the Rule, Benedict sets apart Sunday as the day for extra prayer and study of the scriptures.
• As the first day of the week, Sunday can set the tone and rhythm for the week that is to follow.

What am I doing to set Sundays apart in my life?

Sr. Catherine, OSB