In promoting this dignity, the beauty of the sacred place, of music, and of art should contribute as greatly as possible. THE ORDER OF MASS 7 For you alone are the Holy One,15 you alone are the Lord,16 you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. The priest then takes the host and breaks it over the paten. In the drawing up of the calendar of a nation, the Rogation and Ember Days should be indicated (cf. In fact, the rite to be described below foresees a greater number of ministers. Holy Thursday / The Last Supper April 2nd - 8th, 2023 Holy Week is the week before Easter Sunday, beginning seven days before with Palm Sunday. Facing the altar, the priest then partakes of the Body of Christ. 66); Guides the faithful by appropriate introductions and explanations, and announces the intentions of the Prayer of the Faithful; Assists the priest celebrant in distributing Communion, and purifies and arranges the sacred vessels; As needed, fulfills the duties of other ministers himself if none of them is present. Sacred buildings and requisites for divine worship should, moreover, be truly worthy and beautiful and be signs and symbols of heavenly realities. [116] The altar is usually fixed and is dedicated. Finally, in this manner the liturgical norms of the Council of Trent have certainly been completed and perfected in many respects by those of the Second Vatican Council, which has brought to realization the efforts of the last four hundred years to bring the faithful closer to the sacred Liturgy especially in recent times, and above all the zeal for the Liturgy promoted by St. Pius X and his successors. If incense is used, the priest then puts some in the thurible, blesses it without saying anything, and incenses the offerings, the cross, and the altar. 2104 36 125. 238. Then the priest, with hands extended, says the prayer over the offerings. Along with the faithful, he then makes an act of humility using the prescribed words taken from the Gospels. [125], The one tabernacle should be immovable, be made of solid and inviolable material that is not transparent, and be locked in such a way that the danger of profanation is prevented to the greatest extent possible. 20. 0000013321 00000 n [89] All should observe the norms established by the Bishop for his diocese regarding the office of those who serve the priest at the altar. [26] Cf. The vestment proper to the priest celebrant at Mass and other sacred actions directly connected with Mass is, unless otherwise indicated, the chasuble, worn over the alb and stole. 305. 40. 0000000016 00000 n The priest, joining his hands again and then immediately placing his left hand on his breast, raises his right hand and adds, Benedicat vos omnipotens Deus (May Almighty God bless you) and, as he makes the Sign of the Cross over the people, continues, Pater, et Filius, et Spiritus Sanctus (the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit). The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of Articles for Liturgical Use, no. Otherwise, they wear their proper choir dress or a surplice over a cassock. [153] Cf. 35:3. particularly in Sacred Congregation for the Sacraments, Instruction Nullo umquam tempore, 28 May 1938: AAS 30 (1938), pp. In this manner the Church, while remaining faithful to her office as teacher of truth safeguarding things old, that is, the deposit of tradition, fulfills at the same time another duty, that of examining and prudently bringing forth things new (cf. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, nos. The organ and other lawfully approved musical instruments are to be placed in an appropriate place so that they can sustain the singing of both the choir and the congregation and be heard with ease by all if they are played alone. [61] Cf. In accordance with the rubrics (cf. As a rule, each acclamation is sung or said twice, though it may be repeated several times, by reason of the character of the various languages, as well as of the artistry of the music or of other circumstances. 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. 53). [8] Cf. [109] In fact, just as she is intent on preserving the works of art and the artistic treasures handed down from past centuries[110] and, insofar as necessary, on adapting them to new needs, so also she strives to promote new works of art that are in harmony with the character of each successive age. Today, on the other hand, countless learned studies have shed light on the norm of the holy Fathers which the revisers of the Missal of St. Pius V followed. Through Christ our Lord. 79b). Then he makes a profound bow before the priest and asks for the blessing, saying in a low voice, Iube, domine, benedicere (Father, give me your blessing). 0000021011 00000 n The bread and wine for the Eucharist are carried to the celebrant, who places them upon the altar, while other gifts are put in another appropriate place (cf. no. 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. no. 48). In addition, the Lectionary has a special selection of texts from Sacred Scripture for Ritual Masses into which certain Sacraments or Sacramentals are incorporated, or for Masses that are celebrated for certain needs. Care should be taken that singers, too, can receive Communion with ease. 398. [162] Inculturation, moreover, requires a necessary length of time, lest the authentic liturgical tradition suffer contamination due to haste and a lack of caution. In accord with the norms established by decree of the Sacred Congregation of Rites in Cum, nostra tate (January 27, 1966), this edition of the General Instruction of The Roman Missal is declared to be the vernacular typical edition of the Institutio Generalis Missalis Romani, editio typica tertia in the dioceses of the United States of America, and is published by authority of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Indeed, since the use of the vernacular in the sacred Liturgy may certainly be considered an important means for presenting more clearly the catechesis regarding the mystery that is inherent in the celebration itself, the Second Vatican Council also ordered that certain prescriptions of the Council of Trent that had not been followed everywhere be brought to fruition, such as the homily to be given on Sundays and holy days[17] and the faculty to interject certain explanations during the sacred rites themselves. 240. In addition, microphones that may be needed to amplify the priests voice should be arranged discreetly. Next the priest invites the people to pray. The UNESCO convention definition of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) covers religious practices and rites, as can be seen from normative descriptions and dozens of actual examples, many of which are Catholic religious traditions. When there is only one reading before the Gospel. [15] Cf. If desired, a psalm or other canticle of praise or a hymn may also be sung by the entire congregation. The Gloria is intoned by the priest or, if appropriate, by a cantor or by the choir; but it is sung either by everyone together, or by the people alternately with the choir, or by the choir alone. According to traditional practice, the altar and the Book of the Gospels are venerated by means of a kiss. 363. Amen. An altar whether fixed or movable is dedicated according to the rite prescribed in the Roman Pontifical; but it is permissible for a movable altar simply to be blessed. In the Mass only one prayer after Communion is said, which ends with a shorter conclusion; that is. [149] Cf. The diocesan Bishop, who is to be regarded as the high priest of his flock, and from whom the life in Christ of the faithful under his care in a certain sense derives and upon whom it depends,[148] must promote, regulate, and be vigilant over the liturgical life in his diocese. 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. 373), as well as the forms and texts for their celebration,[155] and other special measures should also be taken into consideration. [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. Assists the priest and remains at his side; Ministers at the altar, with the chalice as well as the book; Proclaims the Gospel and, at the direction of the priest celebrant, may preach the homily (cf. 345. [101] Cf. 7, 47; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. After the incensation of the altar, he goes to the chair together with the priest, takes his place there at the side of the priest and assists him as necessary. 332. When he reaches the altar, if he is carrying the Book of the Gospels, he omits the sign of reverence and goes up to the altar. It is permitted to mention Coadjutor and Auxiliary Bishops in the Eucharistic Prayer, but not other Bishops who happen to be present. Indeed, they form one body, whether by hearing the word of God, or by joining in the prayers and the singing, or above all by the common offering of Sacrifice and by a common partaking at the Lords table. 8: AAS 89 (1997), p. 871. [115] Cf. Brief announcements, if they are necessary; The priests greeting and blessing, which on certain days and occasions is enriched and expressed in the prayer over the People or another more solemn formula; The dismissal of the people by the deacon or the priest, so that each may go out to do good works, praising and blessing God; The kissing of the altar by the priest and the deacon, followed by a profound bow to the altar by the priest, the deacon, and the other ministers. 0000000572 00000 n 165. It is well also that money or other gifts for the poor or for the Church, brought by the faithful or collected in the church, should be received. 0000025151 00000 n If, however, Communion is given under both kinds, the rite prescribed in nos. Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. 570-571; Paul VI, Encyclical Letter Mysterium fidei, On the doctrine and worship of the Eucharist, 3 September 1965: AAS 57(1965), pp. [41] Cf. 0000001951 00000 n If, however, required by some real need or pastoral advantage, according to the judgment of the rector of the church or the priest celebrant himself, a Mass corresponding to such a need or advantage may be used in a celebration with a congregation. 0000002821 00000 n The concluding doxology of the Eucharistic Prayer is spoken solely by the principal priest celebrant and, if this is desired, together with the other concelebrants, but not by the faithful. 241. 76. What is the Mass? 117-119. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, no. 0000001400 00000 n must procure for itself a lamb, one apiece for each household. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. [55] Cf. [48] St. Augustine of Hippo, Sermo 336, 1: Patrologiae cursus completus: Series latina, J. P. Migne, editor, Paris, 1844-1855 (hereafter, PL), 38, 1472. 27-54). The invitation, the Prayer itself, the embolism, and the doxology by which the people conclude these things are sung or said aloud. These readings should be followed strictly. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 99. [53] Cf. Seats for the other ministers are to be arranged so that they are clearly distinguishable from those for the clergy and so that the ministers are easily able to fulfill the function entrusted to them.[121]. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 938 3. 0000003331 00000 n Likewise, seats should be arranged in the sanctuary for concelebrating priests as well as for priests who are present for the celebration in choir dress but who are not concelebrating. Those who take up the collection in the church. [58] Cf. 0000002152 00000 n 41: AAS 87 (1995), p. 304. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. It is therefore expedient that the Eucharistic bread, even though unleavened and baked in the traditional shape, be made in such a way that the priest at Mass with a congregation is able in practice to break it into parts for distribution to at least some of the faithful. It may also be worn in Offices and Masses for the Dead (cf. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967. no. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 9: Denz-Schn, 1759. In accordance with the ancient tradition of the Church, the collect prayer is usually addressed to God the Father, through Christ, in the Holy Spirit,[57] and is concluded with a trinitarian ending, that is to say the longer ending, in the following manner: If the prayer is directed to the Father: Per Dominum nostrum Iesum Christum Filium tuum, qui tecum vivit et regnat in unitate Spiritus Sancti, Deus, per omnia saecula saeculorum (Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever); If it is directed to the Father, but the Son is mentioned at the end: Qui tecum vivit et regnat in unitate Spiritus Sancti, Deus, per omnia saecula saeculorum (Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy spirit, one God, forever and ever); If it is directed to the Son: Qui vivis et regnas cum Deo Patre in unitate Spiritus Sancti, Deus, per omnia saecula saeculorum (You live and reign with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever). [37] Cf. 542, 544-545. The faithful do the same, praying silently. Furthermore, the principle shall be respected according to which each particular Church must be in accord with the universal Church not only regarding the doctrine of the faith and sacramental signs, but also as to the usages universally handed down by apostolic and unbroken tradition. In the absence of an instituted acolyte, lay ministers may be deputed to serve at the altar and assist the priest and the deacon; they may carry the cross, the candles, the thurible, the bread, the wine, and the water, and they may also be deputed to distribute Holy Communion as extraordinary ministers. 56: AAS 56 (1964), p. 890. 390. The diocesan Bishop or anyone equivalent to him in law must be mentioned by means of this formula: una cum famulo tuo Papa nostro N. et Episcopo (or Vicario, Prelato, Praefecto, Abbate) (together with your servant N., our Pope, and N., our Bishop [or Vicar, Prelate, Prefect, Abbot]). 2, 5, 6; Decree on the Pastoral Office of Bishops, Christus Dominus, 28 October 1965, no. For this same reason, concelebration is recommended whenever priests gather together with their own Bishop either on the occasion of a retreat or at any other meeting. It is preferable that the responsorial Psalm be sung, at least as far as the peoples response is concerned. no. The concelebrants may, however, remain in their places and take the Body of Christ from the paten presented to them by the principal celebrant or by one or more of the concelebrants, or by passing the paten one to another. The Roman Missal, whether in Latin or in lawfully approved vernacular translations, is to be published in its entirety. Consequently, the Church constantly seeks the noble assistance of the arts and admits the artistic expressions of all peoples and regions. The people, uniting themselves to this entreaty, make the prayer their own with the acclamation, Amen. The priest goes up to the altar and venerates it with a kiss. THE DISTRIBUTION OF DUTIES AND THE PREPARATION OF THE CELEBRATION. 149. It is a praiseworthy practice to cover the chalice with a veil, which may be either the color of the day or white. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. Then the priest, with hands extended, says aloud the prayer, Domine Iesu Christe, qui dixisti (Lord Jesus Christ, you said). 198. The commemoration of the dead (Memento) and the Nobis quoque peccatoribus (Though we are sinners) are appropriately assigned to one or other of the concelebrants, who speaks them aloud alone, with hands extended. 4, 24: Sources chrtiennes, H. deLubac et al., editors. This rite is celebrated only if the body is present. [27] Cf. Then the priest, standing, makes with the minister the sign of the Cross as the priest says, In nomine Patris (In the name of the Father). [37] For this reason Christs promise applies in an outstanding way to such a local gathering of the holy Church: Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in their midst (Mt 18:20). [47] Cf. 354. When the prayer after Communion is concluded, brief announcements to the people may be made, if they are needed. 63. If there is no singing, however, the Communion antiphon found in the Missal may be recited either by the faithful, or by some of them, or by a lector. It is the competence of the Conferences of Bishops in the first place to prepare and approve an edition of this Roman Missal in the authorized vernacular languages, for use in the regions under their care, once their decisions have been accorded the recognitio of the Apostolic See.[149]. 323. 367. The rubrics for this section begin immediately with the first form of the Showing of the Holy Cross. 377. At such times, attention should be paid to the capacity of the faithful to listen with understanding to a reading of greater or lesser length, and to their capacity to hear a more complete text, which is then explained in the homily.[142]. 12. If a deacon is not present, his proper duties are to be carried out by some of the concelebrants. Since it is a chant by which the faithful acclaim the Lord and implore his mercy, it is ordinarily done by all, that is, by the people and the choir or cantor having a part in it. It ends with Holy Saturday. 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. Language should be used that can be grasped by the faithful and that is suitable for public proclamation, while maintaining those characteristics that are proper to the different ways of speaking used in the biblical books. Persons from other nations should consult the local Episcopal Conference regarding the appropriate text for their nation. By Mass with a congregation is meant a Mass celebrated with the participation of the faithful. 349. Songs or hymns may not be used in place of the responsorial Psalm. In addition, on or next to the altar are to be placed candlesticks with lighted candles: at least two in any celebration, or even four or six, especially for a Sunday Mass or a holy day of obligation. 230 3. If, however, a deacon or another priest is not present, the priest celebrant himself should read the Gospel.

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