V. The Gospel of the Lord. R. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Following a time of silence, all join in prayers of intercession. Then, in preparation for holy Communion, all recite the Lord's Prayer.

After him, the family fell out of favour with Rome. In Luke chapter 22 verses 25-26 Jesus says to the disciples: “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them… But not so with you… the greatest among ...