O Virgin most wise
Whom Gabriel, sent from heaven
As messenger of the most-high king,
Affirms as full of grace,

The maker of everything called you wife,
the Son of God called you mother,
the blessed Spirit calls you
his home.

You are called star of the sea,
You who show us among the rocks
And dark winds
The harbour of salvation.

Through you the ancient fathers
Are freed from their foul prison;
Through you are opened to us
The gates of the starry palace.

Hear, child-bearing virgin
And the only mother who remains unblemished;
Hear your servants praying
As we call to you, Mary.

Drive the shadows from our minds,
Shatter the ice in our hearts.
Protect us, who take refuge
Under your guardianship.
Alleluia.

Tenor
 Blessed Mother and unwed Virgin,
 Glorious queen of the world,
 Intercede for us with the Lord.