The Lady at the Gate of Dawn

The Merciful Mother

Our Lady at the Gate of Dawn



Remember, O most gracious Lady, 
that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, 
implored thy help, 
or sought thy intercession was left unaided.
Inspired with this confidence, I fly to thee,
O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; 
to thee do I come; 
before thee I stand, 
sinful and sorrowful.

O Mother of the Word Incarnate, 
despise not my petitions, 
but in thy mercy hear and answer me. 
Amen.