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Whether you've been praying the Divine Office for years or you've never opened a Breviary in your life, this page will help you find your footing.
What is the Liturgy of the Hours?
The Liturgy of the Hours is the Church's daily prayer, rooted in Scripture, especially the Psalms, and offered at set times throughout the day.
It is ancient. It is alive. And it belongs to you.
Do I need to pray all of them?
No.
Most lay Catholics begin with just one. Morning Prayer and Night Prayer are especially accessible places to start.
You can begin with one Hour and simply let the rhythm grow from there.
What does praying an Hour actually look like?
Each Hour is a short sequence of psalms, Scripture, and prayer.
You simply follow along from beginning to end.
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You do not need a prayer book, know all the responses, or understand the structure before you begin.
Una Voce will help you find a way to pray it.
Where should I begin?
You don't need to make this complicated. Pick whichever fits naturally into your day.
Night Prayer
A peaceful way to close the day.
Short, simple, and especially good for a first experience of the Hours.
Morning Prayer
Begin the day with the prayer of the Church.
Scripture, psalms, and prayer to help orient the day toward God.
A word of encouragement
The Liturgy of the Hours may feel unfamiliar at first, and that is okay.
You do not need to understand everything before you begin.
The Church teaches us to pray by praying.
The Hours are not a burden. They are a gift: an invitation to sanctify your morning, your commute, your lunch break, your quiet evening, or your sleepless night.
The Church has been praying this way for centuries.
She is praying now, all over the world, in monasteries, parishes, homes, hospitals, and hidden rooms.
Start small. Choose one Hour. Come pray with her.