Roman Missal – Anthony, Abbot (original) (raw)

Entry

Born in 251 in upper Egypt, Anthony died in 356. He gave away his possessions and sought the austere life and solitude of the desert at an early age. He attracted disciples who formed communities of hermits. The account of his life by Saint Athanasius (2 May) was extremely influential in the development and spread of monasticism. Yet Anthony remained involved in the theological controversies of his day, defending the divinity of Christ. He is venerated as the father of monasticism.

Opening Prayer

Lord God, you called the abbot Anthony into the desert to serve you in a new and wonderful manner of life; grant by his intercession that we may practice self-denial and persevere in loving you above all things.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Prayer Over the Gifts

Accept, O Lord, the gifts which we, your servants, have placed on your altar as we keep the memory of blessed Anthony; free us from the burden of worldly cares, that our hearts may treasure you alone. We ask this in the name of Jesus, the Lord.

Prayer After Communion

Nourished by the sacrament of redemption, we pray, O God, that, as you made blessed Anthony triumphant over the powers of darkness, we too may overcome the snares of the enemy. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.

MLA Citation

“Anthony, Abbot”. The Roman Missal, Revised by Decree of the Second Vatican Ecumenical Council and Published by Authority of Pope Paul VI. CatholicSaints.Info. 26 February 2024. Web. 22 January 2025. <>