542, 544-545. All these elements, even though they must express the hierarchical structure and the diversity of ministries, should nevertheless bring about a close and coherent unity that is clearly expressive of the unity of the entire holy people. 3f, 9: AAS 59 (1967), pp. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. To you will I offer sacrifice of thanksgiving, and I will call upon the name of the LORD. The priest, standing at the chair or at the ambo itself or, when appropriate, in another suitable place, gives the homily. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, 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. It is, however, appropriate that each person offer the sign of peace only to those who are nearest and in a sober manner. In order not to distract the attention of the faithful from the new altar, the old altar should not be decorated in any special way. [133] Cf. By this Greeting and the peoples response, the mystery of the Church gathered together is made manifest. <<4EE636401785964CBFDE04C0392AF293>]>>
349. 89. 17: AAS 72 (1980), p. 338. These ministers should not approach the altar before the priest has received Communion, and they are always to receive from the hands of the priest celebrant the vessel containing either species of the Most Holy Eucharist for distribution to the faithful. 368. Adoration of the Holy Cross. The purpose of the many prefaces that enrich The Roman Missal is to bring out more fully the motives for thanksgiving within the Eucharistic Prayer and to set out more clearly the different facets of the mystery of salvation. This text is confirmed for use in the Dioceses of the United States of America. Holy, Holy, Holy Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. 53. 6. 'Pf HqjEsc\<9TRh 7R,~N93>. 12 0 obj
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337-341) for the priest, the deacon, and other ministers are to be prepared according to the various forms of celebration: For the priest: the alb, the stole, and the chasuble; For the deacon: the alb, the stole, and the dalmatic; the dalmatic may be omitted, however, either out of necessity or on account of a lesser degree of solemnity; For the other ministers: albs or other lawfully approved attire.[96]. Through the fraction and through Communion, the faithful, though they are many, receive from the one bread the Lords Body and from the one chalice the Lords Blood in the same way the Apostles received them from Christs own hands. Catholic Mass guide - Order of the Mass. 363. Before, however, proceeding to new adaptations, especially those more thoroughgoing, great care should be taken to promote the proper instruction of clergy and faithful in a wise and orderly fashion, so as to take advantage of the faculties already foreseen and to implement fully the pastoral norms concerning the spirit of a celebration. Once the prayer after Communion has been said, the deacon makes brief announcements to the people, if indeed any need to be made, unless the priest prefers to do this himself. Although in the readings from Sacred Scripture Gods word is addressed to all people of every era and is understandable to them, nevertheless, a fuller understanding and a greater effectiveness of the word is fostered by a living commentary on the word, that is, the homily, as part of the liturgical action. nos. If Communion is carried out by intinction, the hosts should be neither too thin nor too small, but rather a little thicker than usual, so that after being dipped partly into the Blood of Christ they can still easily be distributed to each communicant. If they are made from metal that rusts or from a metal less precious than gold, then ordinarily they should be gilded on the inside. The priest who presides at the celebration, however, always retains the right of arranging those things that are his own responsibility.[90]. He consumes a little of the Blood of Christ and hands the chalice to the deacon or a concelebrant. 35). 131. The offerings of the faithful are received by the priest, assisted by the acolyte or other minister. This unity is beautifully apparent from the gestures and postures observed in common by the faithful. Seats for concelebrants should also be prepared there. (Roman Missal, Chrism Mass, no. 336. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 69. 0000008345 00000 n
302, 305. In building new churches, it is preferable to erect a single altar which in the gathering of the faithful will signify the one Christ and the one Eucharist of the Church. 13; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. Thus the best place for the chair is in a position facing the people at the head of the sanctuary, unless the design of the building or other circumstances impede this: for example, if the great distance would interfere with communication between the priest and the gathered assembly, or if the tabernacle is in the center behind the altar. 185. In the choice of materials for sacred furnishings, besides those which are traditional, others are acceptable if by contemporary standards they are considered to be noble, are durable, and are well suited for sacred use. nos. 249. 47. xbbe`b``3
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Among the requisites for the celebration of Mass, the sacred vessels are held in special honor, especially the chalice and paten, in which the bread and wine are offered and consecrated, and from which they are consumed. [77] Cf. 52: AAS 59 (1967), p. 568; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 288-314. Moreover, continuing progress in the study of the holy Fathers has also shed light upon the theology of the mystery of the Eucharist through the teachings of such illustrious Fathers of Christian antiquity as St. Irenaeus, St. Ambrose, St. Cyril of Jerusalem, and St. John Chrysostom. [106] Cf. If incense is used, remaining at the ambo he puts some into the thurible, blesses it, and, bowing profoundly, says, Munda cor meum (Almighty God, cleanse my heart). II. [24] Cf. The faithful are "invited" in the RomanMissal to spend time in adoration (EM, no. 353. endstream
31. Their purpose is to ensure that the faithful who come together as one establish communion and dispose themselves to listen properly to Gods word and to celebrate the Eucharist worthily. It is, indeed, of advantage that in regions using the same language, the same translation be used whenever possible for liturgical texts, especially for biblical texts and for the Order of Mass.[151]. It is therefore recommended that the priest celebrate the Eucharistic Sacrifice even daily, if possible.[30].
PDF THE ORDER OF MASS - Catholic Faith In these Masses, therefore, individuals should exercise the office proper to the Order or ministry they have received. [121] Cf. 255. For the proper construction, restoration, and remodeling of sacred buildings, all who are involved in the work are to consult the diocesan commission on the sacred Liturgy and sacred Art. %PDF-1.7
During Lent, in place of the Alleluia, the verse before the Gospel is sung, as indicated in the Lectionary. THE ORDER OF MASS. With a view to a uniformity in gestures and postures during one and the same celebration, the faithful should follow the directions which the deacon, lay minister, or priest gives according to whatever is indicated in the Missal. In accordance with the rubrics (cf. After the greeting of the people, the priest, the deacon, or a lay minister may very briefly introduce the faithful to the Mass of the day. Where, however, the optional memorials of the Blessed Virgin Mary or of the Saints are dear to the faithful, the priest should satisfy their legitimate devotion. 38. 28. In Eucharistic Prayer I, or the Roman Canon, the prayer Te igitur (We come to you, Father) is said by the principal celebrant alone, with hands extended. [98] Cf. IV. If Communion is given under both kinds, the deacon himself administers the chalice to the communicants; and, when the distribution is completed, he immediately and reverently consumes at the altar all of the Blood of Christ that remains, assisted if necessary by other deacons and priests. no. 900-918. For the needs of the Church; b. startxref
47: AAS 59 (1967), p. 314. The location should also assist the choir to exercise its function more easily and conveniently allow each choir member full, sacramental participation in the Mass. After doing these things, the priest goes to the chair. A common posture, to be observed by all participants, is a sign of the unity of the members of the Christian community gathered for the sacred Liturgy: it both expresses and fosters the intention and spiritual attitude of the participants. From the Quaesumus, igitur, Domine (Father, may this Holy Spirit) to the Respice, Domine (Lord, look upon the sacrifice) inclusive, all the concelebrants speak all the following together: The Quaesumus igitur, Domine (Father, may this Holy Spirit) with hands extended toward the offerings; The Ipse enim, cum hora venisset (He always loved those) and the Simili modo (When supper was ended) with hands joined; The Unde et nos (Father, we now celebrate) and the Respice, Domine (Lord, look upon this sacrifice) with hands outstretched. It is moreover appropriate, whenever possible, and especially on Sundays and holy days of obligation, that the celebration of this Mass take place with singing and with a suitable number of ministers. MASS AT WHICH ONLY ONE MINISTER PARTICIPATES. "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. The diocesan Bishop, moreover, should use the counsel and help of this commission whenever it comes to laying down norms on this matter, approving plans for new buildings, and making decisions on the more important issues.[113]. 8. In the Lectionary for weekdays, readings are provided for each day of every week throughout the entire year; as a result, these readings are for the most part to be used on the days to which they are assigned, unless there occurs a solemnity, feast, or memorial that has its own proper New Testament readings, that is to say, readings in which mention is made of the Saint being celebrated. In setting forth its instructions for the revision of the Order of Mass, the Second Vatican Council, using the same words as did St. Pius V in the Apostolic Constitution Quo primum, by which the Missal of Trent was promulgated in 1570, also ordered, among other things, that some rites be restored to the original norm of the holy Fathers.[11] From the fact that the same words are used it can be seen how both Roman Missals, although separated by four centuries, embrace one and the same tradition. 4 0 obj
Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. [144] Cf. He then distributes Communion to the faithful (cf. 59. Then the principal celebrant, facing the altar, says quietly, Corpus Christi custodiat me ad vitam aeternam (May the body of Christ bring me to everlasting life), and reverently receives the Body of Christ. It is appropriate that the commemoration of the living (the Memento) and the Communicantes (In union with the whole Church) be assigned to one or other of the concelebrating priests, who then speaks these prayers aloud, with hands extended. The meaning of this office is enunciated and explained clearly and at greater length in the Preface for the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, the day commemorating the institution of the priesthood. PL 2, 376A; Origen, Disputatio cum Heracleida, no. [109] Cf. 147. 9: AAS 59 (1967), p. 547. 22. Thurification or incensation is an expression of reverence and of prayer, as is signified in Sacred Scripture (cf. startxref
[163] Cf. Accordingly, a part of the new Missal directs the prayers of the Church in a more open way to the needs of our times, which is above all true of the Ritual Masses and the Masses for Various Needs, in which tradition and new elements are appropriately harmonized. 168. trailer
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[73] Cf. The priest incenses the offerings with three swings of the thurible or by making the sign of the cross over the offerings with the thurible before going on to incense the cross and the altar.