In all that pertains to Communion under both kinds, the Norms for the Distribution and Reception of Holy Communion under Both Kinds in the Dioceses of the United States of America are to be followed (see nos. 0000013227 00000 n 92: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898. 195. PDF PROCESSION OF HOLY OILS INTO THE PARISH CHURCH - Roman Catholic Diocese 94. In order, however, to enable such a celebration to correspond all the more fully to the norms and the spirit of the sacred Liturgy, certain further adaptations are set forth in this Instruction and in the Order of Mass and entrusted to the judgment either of the diocesan Bishop or of the Bishops Conferences. 2628 0 obj <>stream 0000013321 00000 n 397. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The priest celebrant, the deacon, and the other ministers have places in the sanctuary. Pope Benedict XVI 1927-2022 tribute page and access to resources here. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Selections of readings of this kind have been established in this way, so that through a more apt hearing of the word of God the faithful may be led to a fuller understanding of the mystery in which they are participating and may be brought to a more ardent love of the word of God. Or. [91] Cf. 185. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967. no. 299. As for the sign of peace to be given, the manner is to be established by Conferences of Bishops in accordance with the culture and customs of the peoples. 26-27; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. It is appropriate for the faithfuls participation to be expressed by an offering, whether of the bread and wine for the celebration of the Eucharist or of other gifts for the relief of the needs of the Church and of the poor. For memorials of Saints, unless strictly proper readings are given, the readings assigned for the weekday are customarily used. If the priest notices after the consecration or as he receives Communion that not wine but only water was poured into the chalice, he pours the water into some container, then pours wine with water into the chalice and consecrates it. Should, however, a good reason arise, (e.g., a large number of concelebrants or a lack of vestments), concelebrants other than the principal celebrant may omit the chasuble and simply wear the stole over the alb. For Sundays and solemnities, three readings are assigned: that is, from a Prophet, an Apostle, and a Gospel. 74. 353. 9. PL 2, 376A; Origen, Disputatio cum Heracleida, no. THE ORDER OF MASS 7. you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. From the offices of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, March 17, 2003. [74] If, however, there is to be a hymn after Communion, the Communion chant should be ended in a timely manner. The Vocal Expression of the Different Texts. The entire congregation remains seated and listens but, as a rule, takes part by singing the response, except when the Psalm is sung straight through without a response. They answer, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). During the Liturgy of the Word, the concelebrants remain at their places, sitting or standing whenever the principal celebrant does. Intercessions: By which expression is given to the fact that the Eucharist is celebrated in communion with the entire Church, of heaven as well as of earth, and that the offering is made for her and for all her members, living and dead, who have been called to participate in the redemption and the salvation purchased by Christs Body and Blood. In already existing churches, however, when the old altar is positioned so that it makes the peoples participation difficult but cannot be moved without damage to its artistic value, another fixed altar, of artistic merit and duly dedicated, should be erected and sacred rites celebrated on it alone. As he begins the Eucharistic Prayer, the priest extends his hands and sings or says, Dominus vobiscum (The Lord be with you). 53. Then the acolyte incenses the priest and the people. Upon returning to the altar, the priest collects any fragments that may remain. <>/Metadata 3630 0 R/ViewerPreferences 3631 0 R>> The priest, having put incense into the thurible, blesses it with the sign of the Cross, without saying anything. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Diligent care should be taken to ensure that the bread and wine intended for the Eucharist are kept in a perfect state of conservation: that is, that the wine does not turn to vinegar nor the bread spoil or become too hard to be broken easily. 242. In the earthly Liturgy, the Church participates, by a foretaste, in that heavenly Liturgy which is celebrated in the holy city of Jerusalem toward which she journeys as a pilgrim, and where Christ is sitting at the right hand of God; and by venerating the memory of the Saints, she hopes one day to have some part and fellowship with them.[132]. 2616 13 [61] Hence, it is preferable to maintain the arrangement of the biblical readings, by which light is shed on the unity of both Testaments and of salvation history. PDF Holy Thursday High Mass - SSPXUSA These adaptations include. "If the celebration of the Passion of the Lord on the following Friday does not take place in the same church, the Mass is concluded in the usual way and the Blessed Sacrament is placed in the tabernacle" (EM, no. Accompanied by two ministers with lighted candles, the veiled cross is brought to the center of the sanctuary in procession. 8: AAS 89 (1997), p. 871. 46: AAS 87 (1995), p. 306. The offerings of the faithful are received by the priest, assisted by the acolyte or other minister. . Since the Eucharistic Celebration is the Paschal Banquet, it is desirable that in keeping with the Lords command, his Body and Blood should be received as spiritual food by the faithful who are properly disposed. [15] Cf. Holy Thursday, therefore, is an invitation to become aware of our sins, to put our lives in order, and embark on a path of repentance and renewal to obtain God's pardon. It is expedient for benches or seats usually to be provided for their use. For his part the principal celebrant, along with the deacon, venerates the altar with a kiss in the usual way. 73). Further, the nature of the ministerial priesthood proper to a Bishop and a priest, who offer the Sacrifice in the person of Christ and who preside over the gathering of the holy people, is evident in the form of the rite itself, by reason of the more prominent place and office of the priest. 0000004378 00000 n [22] In it is found the high point both of the action by which God sanctifies the world in Christ and of the worship that the human race offers to the Father, adoring him through Christ, the Son of God, in the Holy Spirit. [140] For blessing objects that are designed for liturgical use in churches, cf. The custom of reserving seats for private persons, however, is reprehensible. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967. no. 41; Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, no. 56; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Regarding the design of sacred vestments, Conferences of Bishops may determine and propose to the Apostolic See adaptations that correspond to the needs and the usages of their regions. Carrying the Book of the Gospels slightly elevated, the deacon precedes the priest as he approaches the altar or else walks at the priests side. Easter is not part of Holy Week, but rather the beginning of the Easter season of the Liturgical year. In fact, the rite to be described below foresees a greater number of ministers. no. If he celebrates with a congregation, the priest will take care not to omit the readings assigned for each day in the Lectionary for weekdays too frequently and without sufficient reason, since the Church desires that a richer portion at the table of Gods word be provided for the faithful.[141]. Precious in the eyes of the LORD. 0000003750 00000 n 278. 93-98; for the manner of joining certain blessings and the crowning of an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary with the Mass, cf. 283), so that even by means of the signs Communion will stand out more clearly as a participation in the sacrifice actually being celebrated.[73]. [129] Cf. 0000002933 00000 n During the more important seasons of the year, however, the proper seasonal orations appointed for each weekday in the Missal already make provision for this. An altar is called fixed if it is attached to the floor so as not to be removeable; otherwise it is called moveable.. 5. 33 (in Time of Famine), or no. 4. The priest, in fact, as the one who presides, prays in the name of the Church and of the assembled community; but at times he prays only in his own name, asking that he may exercise his ministry with greater attention and devotion. <> The seat for the deacon should be placed near that of the celebrant. [146] Cf. no. Moreover, even though manuscripts in the Vatican Library provided material for the emendation of some expressions, they by no means made it possible to inquire into ancient and approved authors farther back than the liturgical commentaries of the Middle Ages. It is preferable that the responsorial Psalm be sung, at least as far as the peoples response is concerned. 337. In the Church, which is the Body of Christ, not all members have the same office. 3e, 6: AAS 59 (1967), pp. 10; The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, edito typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of Images for Public Veneration by the Faithful, nos. If desired, a psalm or other canticle of praise or a hymn may also be sung by the entire congregation. Indeed, the character and beauty of the place and all its furnishings should foster devotion and show forth the holiness of the mysteries celebrated there. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The priest may incense the gifts placed upon the altar and then incense the cross and the altar itself, so as to signify the Churchs offering and prayer rising like incense in the sight of God. The Creed is sung or recited by the priest together with the people (cf. After the Eucharistic Prayer is concluded, the priest, with hands joined, says the introduction to the Lords Prayer. <> If the chalice is purified at the altar, it may be carried to the credence table by the minister or may again be placed on the altar at the side. 305, 308. 48; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 0000005734 00000 n Gloria a Dios en el cielo, y en la tierra paz a los hombres que ama el Seor. It is particularly appropriate that he should place the Book of the Gospels on the altar, after which, together with the priest, he venerates the altar with a kiss. MASSES AND PRAYERS FOR VARIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES. ARRANGEMENT OF THE SANCTUARY FOR THE SACRED SYNAXIS (EUCHARISTIC ASSEMBLY), 295. If a host or any particle should fall, it is to be picked up reverently. He then carries the chalice over to the credence table and there he or a duly instituted acolyte purifies, wipes, and arranges it in the usual way (cf. endobj A priest who concelebrates with the Bishop or his delegate at a Synod or pastoral visitation, or concelebrates on the occasion of a meeting of priests, may celebrate Mass again for the benefit of the faithful. Holy, Holy, Holy Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. The celebration of the Eucharist in a particular Church is of utmost importance. [88] Cf. Cathedrals and parish churches, however, are to be dedicated with a solemn rite. [40] For in the Mass the table both of Gods word and of Christs Body is prepared, from which the faithful may be instructed and refreshed. Greeting of the Altar and of the People Gathered Together. 180. The faithful, and especially the family of the deceased, should be urged to participate in the Eucharistic Sacrifice offered for the deceased person also by receiving Holy Communion. At Massthat is, the Lords Supperthe People of God is called together, with a priest presiding and acting in the person of Christ, to celebrate the memorial of the Lord, the Eucharistic Sacrifice. After the commingling, the principal celebrant alone, with hands joined, privately says the prayer Domine Iesu Christe, Fili Dei vivi (Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God) or Perceptio Corporis et Sanguinis (Lord Jesus Christ, with faith in your love and mercy). 265-266; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. nos. Great importance should therefore be attached to the use of singing in the celebration of the Mass, with due consideration for the culture of the people and abilities of each liturgical assembly. Care should, however, be taken in planning lest beyond what is needed of the Blood of Christ remains to be consumed at the end of the celebration. 23. Concelebration, which appropriately expresses the unity of the priesthood, of the Sacrifice, and also of the whole People of God, is prescribed by the rite itself for the Ordination of a Bishop and of priests, at the blessing of an abbot, and at the Chrism Mass. After the priests Communion, the deacon receives Communion under both kinds from the priest himself and then assists the priest in distributing Communion to the people. endobj Bishop Paprocki, Archbishop Naumann speak out in support of Traditional