II class
Violet
Traditional day of fast and abstinence in the USA
Proper Mass; no Gloria nor Credo; common preface.
N.B. More information on Ember Days and particular rubrics on the Flectamus genua can be found in Rubrical FAQs.
Matins: Invitatorium and Hymn per annum as given in the psalter; first and second lessons from occurring Scripture (second and third joined); third lesson proper (homilia in evangelium diei), no Te Deum
Lauds: Antiphons and psalms of the feria (second schema); remainder per annum as given in the psalter; Benedictus antiphon and oration proper; preces are said
Hours: Antiphons and psalms of the feria; remainder per annum as given in the psalter; oration proper
Vespers: Antiphons and psalms of the feria; remainder per annum as given in the psalter; Magnificat antiphon and oration proper; preces are said
Compline: Of the feria