206. After the priest has said the prayer at the Rite of Peace and the greeting Pax Domini sit semper vobiscum (The peace of the Lord be with you always) and the people have responded, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you), the deacon, if it is appropriate, invites all to exchange the sign of peace. [135] Cf. Then, as appropriate, a few moments of silence may be observed. 23. 276-277). Ministers carrying the processional cross or candles bow their heads instead of genuflecting. 107. After them the deacon receives the Body and Blood of the Lord from the principal celebrant. For exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with the ciborium the following are to be prepared: A. an altar cloth B. at least two candles C. censer and incense boat, if incense will be used D. humeral veil E. chair and kneeler F. vesture for a presbyter or deacon: alb and stole (cope . [89] Cf. Through the entire celebration, the acolyte is to approach the priest or the deacon, whenever necessary, in order to present the book to them and to assist them in any other way required. He then distributes Communion to the faithful (cf. 20. 15; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, nos. 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. Among gestures included are also actions and processions: of the priest going with the deacon and ministers to the altar; of the deacon carrying the Evangeliary or Book of the Gospels to the ambo before the proclamation of the Gospel; of the faithful presenting the gifts and coming forward to receive Communion. Do this in memory of me. Accordingly, the Church has arranged the entire celebration of the Liturgy of the Eucharist in parts corresponding to precisely these words and actions of Christ: At the Preparation of the Gifts, the bread and the wine with water are brought to the altar, the same elements that Christ took into his hands. The Traditional Latin Mass (TLM), practiced in one form or another for over 1500 years by an ever-increasing number of peoples and nations and in possession of a . [87] What is said about the choir also applies, in accordance with the relevant norms, to other musicians, especially the organist. 370. In our own times, on the other hand, the identity and unitary expression of this Rite is found in the typical editions of the liturgical books promulgated by authority of the Supreme Pontiff, and in those liturgical books corresponding to them approved by the Bishops Conferences for their territories with the recognitio of the Apostolic See.[160]. [154] Cf. All, together with the priest, observe a brief silence so that they may be conscious of the fact that they are in Gods presence and may formulate their petitions mentally. 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. 205. 202. In the rubrics and in the norms that follow, words such as say and proclaim are to be understood of both singing and reciting, according to the principles just stated above. Greeting of the Altar and of the People Gathered Together. 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]. 342. If the vessels are purified at the altar, they are carried to the credence table by a minister. Tell the whole community of Israel: On the tenth of this month every one of your families. 382. He then adds, Pax Domini sit semper vobiscum (The peace of the Lord be with you always), and the minister answers, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). 59: AAS 56 (1964), p. 891; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, no. Thus, while many expressions, drawn from the Churchs most ancient tradition and familiar through the many editions of The Roman Missal, have remained unchanged, many other expressions have been accommodated to todays needs and circumstances. The new Missal, therefore, while bearing witness to the Roman Churchs rule of prayer (lex orandi), also safeguards the deposit of faith handed down by the more recent Councils and marks in its own right a step of great importance in liturgical tradition. It is preferable that the responsorial Psalm be sung, at least as far as the peoples response is concerned. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 7671; Pontifical Commission for the Authentic Interpretation of the Code of Canon Law, response to dubium regarding can. 38 (for the Forgiveness of Sins); Votive Masses are celebrated in the color suited to the Mass itself or even in the color proper to the day or the season. Gloria a Dios en el cielo, y en la tierra paz a los hombres que ama el Seor. 335. The Eucharistic Prayer demands that all listen to it with reverence and in silence. no. In keeping with the Churchs traditional practice and the altars symbolism, the table of a fixed altar is to be of stone and indeed of natural stone. 97. 137. Mass should not be celebrated without a minister or at least one of the faithful, except for a just and reasonable cause. Catholic Mass guide - Order of the Mass. 23: AAS 59 (1967), p. 307. Amen. Then the acolyte incenses the priest and the people. With the concelebrants and the people he continues, saying the Domine, non sum dignus (Lord, I am not worthy). This will best be accomplished if, with due regard for the nature and the particular circumstances of each liturgical assembly, the entire celebration is planned in such a way that it leads to a conscious, active, and full participation of the faithful both in body and in mind, a participation burning with faith, hope, and charity, of the sort which is desired by the Church and demanded by the very nature of the celebration, and to which the Christian people have a right and duty by reason of their Baptism.[28]. The Churchs intention, however, is that the faithful not only offer this spotless Victim but also learn to offer themselves,[71] and so day by day to be consummated, through Christ the Mediator, into unity with God and with each other, so that at last God may be all in all.[72]. [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. [76] Cf. 31). [84] Cf. 0000006279 00000 n
[70] Cf. [162] Cf. Singing is the sign of the hearts joy (cf. 90: AAS 56 (1964), p. 897; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Through Christ our Lord. The intercessions Ipse nos (May he make us an everlasting gift), Haec hostia nostrae reconciliationis (Lord, may this sacrifice), and Fratres nostros (Welcome into your kingdom) are appropriately assigned to one or other of the concelebrants, who speaks them aloud alone, with hands extended. 38, 40; Paul VI, Apostolic Constitution Missale Romanum. 48; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 28; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Grant us, O Lord, we pray, that we may participate worthily in these mysteries, for whenever the memorial of this sacrifice is celebrated the work of our redemption is accomplished. 9. 11; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. During Mass, three genuflections are made by the priest celebrant: namely, after the showing of the host, after the showing of the chalice, and before Communion. endobj
The duties that the acolyte may carry out are of various kinds and several may coincide. What is the Mass or Liturgy? Penitential Act The Priest invites the faithful to the Penitential Act. 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. The Council of Trent already recognized the great catechetical value contained in the celebration of Mass but was unable to bring out all its consequences in regard to actual practice. If a deacon is not present, his proper duties are to be carried out by some of the concelebrants. 242. A further musical specification is provided: "the organ and other musical instruments may be used only so as to support the singing" (EM, no. In particular, it is his responsibility to prepare the altar and the sacred vessels and, if it is necessary, as an extraordinary minister, to distribute the Eucharist to the faithful.[84]. In the celebration of the Mass with a congregation, the readings are always proclaimed from the ambo. It is fitting that the beauty and nobility of each vestment derive not from abundance of overly lavish ornamentation, but rather from the material that is used and from the design. 319. Next the priest invites the people to pray. 0000002562 00000 n
84. Since the liturgy of the Sacraments and Sacramentals causes, for the faithful who are properly disposed, almost every event in life to be sanctified by divine grace that flows from the paschal mystery,[144] and because the Eucharist is the Sacrament of Sacraments, the Missal provides formularies for Masses and orations that may be used in the various circumstances of Christian life, for the needs of the whole world or for the needs of the Church, whether universal or local. Other parts, very useful for expressing and fostering the faithfuls active participation, that are assigned to the whole assembly that is called together include especially the Act of Penitence, the Profession of Faith, the Prayer of the Faithful, and the Lords Prayer. Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory Bishop of Belleville President United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Reverend Monsignor William P. Fay General Secretary. Facing the altar, the priest then partakes of the Body of Christ. If several deacons are present, one of them may place incense in the thurible for the consecration and incense the host and the chalice as they are shown to the people. 99. Other types of sacred music, in particular polyphony, are in no way excluded, provided that they correspond to the spirit of the liturgical action and that they foster the participation of all the faithful. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. );kt If incense is used, the deacon assists the priest when he puts incense in the thurible during the singing of the Alleluia or other chant. When the distribution of Communion is completed, the deacon returns to the altar with the priest and collects the fragments, if any remain, and then carries the chalice and other sacred vessels to the credence table, where he purifies them and arranges them in the usual way while the priest returns to the chair. 244. [41] There are also certain rites that open and conclude the celebration. 10-11; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. %%EOF
liturgy of the word first reading _____ exodus 12: 1-8, 11-14 . The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of an Organ, nos. The faithful should stand from the beginning of the Entrance chant, or while the priest approaches the altar, until the end of the collect; for the Alleluia chant before the Gospel; while the Gospel itself is proclaimed; during the Profession of Faith and the Prayer of the Faithful; from the invitation, Orate, fratres (Pray, brethren), before the prayer over the offerings until the end of Mass, except at the places indicated below. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 51. The Ministry of the Instituted Acolyte and Lector, 98. 3f, 9: AAS 59 (1967), pp. 24: AAS 59 (1967), p. 554; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. The responsorial Psalm should correspond to each reading and should, as a rule, be taken from the Lectionary. The practice of placing relics of Saints, even those not Martyrs, under the altar to be dedicated is fittingly retained. When there is an Entrance Procession, the following are also to be prepared: the Book of the Gospels; on Sundays and festive days, the thurible and the boat with incense, if incense is used; the cross to be carried in procession; and candlesticks with lighted candles. 322. 71. Accompanied by two ministers with lighted candles, the veiled cross is brought to the center of the sanctuary in procession. 28; Order of Crowning an Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, editio typica, 1981, nos. nos. [134] Cf. nos. 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. Then, as a rule, the priest venerates the altar with a kiss and, after making a profound bow with the lay ministers, departs with them. Then he signifies the presence of the Lord to the community gathered there by means of the Greeting. In addition, all priests belonging to the community who are obliged, as a matter of duty, to celebrate individually for the pastoral benefit of the faithful may also on the same day concelebrate at the conventual or community Mass. It is up to the Conferences of Bishops to provide for the translations of the biblical texts used in the celebration of Mass, exercising special care in this. 55. Seats and texts for the concelebrating priests; On the credence table: a chalice of sufficient size or else several chalices. The purpose of the Symbolum or Profession of Faith, or Creed, is that the whole gathered people may respond to the word of God proclaimed in the readings taken from Sacred Scripture and explained in the homily and that they may also call to mind and confess the great mysteries of the faith by reciting the rule of faith in a formula approved for liturgical use, before these mysteries are celebrated in the Eucharist.