Then, as appropriate, a few moments of silence may be observed so that all may meditate on what they have heard. 83). When the distribution of Communion is finished, the priest himself immediately and completely consumes at the altar any consecrated wine that happens to remain; as for any consecrated hosts that are left, he either consumes them at the altar or carries them to the place designated for the reservation of the Eucharist. 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. 373), as well as the forms and texts for their celebration,[155] and other special measures should also be taken into consideration. 373. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. [ 11 0 R] In the wake of new restrictions on the Traditional Latin Mass, two American bishops spoke with EWTN's Raymond Arroyo Thursday about how . [90] Cf. 73. A duly instituted acolyte, as an extraordinary minister, may, if necessary, assist the priest in giving Communion to the people. 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. [132] Cf. He incenses the book and proclaims the Gospel reading. 5. The Preface is sung or said by the principal priest celebrant alone; but the Sanctus is sung or recited by all the concelebrants, together with the congregation and the choir. It is fitting that such a prayer be included, as a rule, in Masses celebrated with a congregation, so that petitions will be offered for the holy Church, for civil authorities, for those weighed down by various needs, for all men and women, and for the salvation of the whole world. In this case, the greetings, the introductory or explanatory remarks, and the blessing at the end of Mass are omitted. 267-268. 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. 2, 4, 5. If there is no singing at the Entrance or at Communion and the antiphons in the Missal are not recited by the faithful, the lector may read them at the appropriate time (cf. no. 22 of the Masses for Various Needs) should be celebrated with violet vestments as an appropriate liturgical observance for this day. [9] Cf. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, nos. It is appropriate that this place be ordinarily a stationary ambo and not simply a movable lectern. The ambo must be located in keeping with the design of each church in such a way that the ordained ministers and lectors may be clearly seen and heard by the faithful. 60. endobj Great importance should also be attached to a Mass celebrated with any community, but especially with the parish community, inasmuch as it represents the universal Church gathered at a given time and place. 4. It is fitting that there be a cantor or a choir director to lead and sustain the peoples singing. When the Sacred Scriptures are read in the Church, God himself speaks to his people, and Christ, present in his own word, proclaims the Gospel. 7, 16: AAS 59 (1967), pp. Ornamentation on vestments should, moreover, consist of figures, that is, of images or symbols, that evoke sacred use, avoiding thereby anything unbecoming. He faces the people and, with hands joined, says, Offerte vobis pacem (Let us offer each other the sign of peace). If such priests are not present and there is a very large number of communicants, the priest may call upon extraordinary ministers to assist him, i.e., duly instituted acolytes or even other faithful who have been deputed for this purpose. The main part of the Liturgy of the Word is made up of the readings from Sacred Scripture together with the chants occurring between them. The principal celebrant, if appropriate, also incenses the cross and the altar and then goes to the chair. 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). 56; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 79. 24: AAS 60 (1968), p. 442. On solemnities the priest is bound to follow the calendar of the church where he is celebrating. [97] In case of necessity, the priest may depute suitable faithful for this single occasion.[98]. [134] Cf. particularly Codex Iuris Canonici, can. Holy Thursday - Evening Mass of the Lord s Supper | USCCB Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 163. The rites preceding the Liturgy of the Word, namely the Entrance, Greeting, Act of Penitence, Kyrie, Gloria, and collect, have the character of a beginning, introduction, and preparation. In Lent the playing of the organ and musical instruments is allowed only to support the singing. The sacrificial nature of the Mass, solemnly asserted by the Council of Trent in accordance with the Churchs universal tradition,[1] was reaffirmed by the Second Vatican Council, which offered these significant words about the Mass: At the Last Supper our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of his Body and Blood, by which he would perpetuate the Sacrifice of the Cross throughout the centuries until he should come again, thus entrusting to the Church, his beloved Bride, the memorial of his death and resurrection.[2], What the Council thus teaches is expressed constantly in the formulas of the Mass. Likewise, he should also gather any fragments that may have fallen outside the paten. If incense is used, the acolyte presents the thurible to the priest and assists him while he incenses the gifts, the cross, and the altar. 359. 36. %%EOF [30] Cf. 97. 4 0 obj The Preface brings to light the conferral of the priestly power accomplished through the laying on of hands; and, by listing the various duties, it . 42; Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, no. When this hymn is concluded, the Priest, with hands joined, says: Let us pray. For a particular reason, having to do either with the significance of the rite or of the festivity, the faculty is given to celebrate or concelebrate more than once on the same day in the following cases: A priest who has celebrated or concelebrated the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday may also celebrate or concelebrate the Evening Mass of the Lords Supper; A priest who has celebrated or concelebrated the Mass of the Easter Vigil may celebrate or concelebrate Mass during the day on Easter Sunday; On the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas Day), all priests may celebrate or concelebrate three Masses, provided the Masses are celebrated at their proper times of day; On the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day), all priests may celebrate or concelebrate three Masses, provided that the celebrations take place at different times, and that the norms established regarding the application of second and third Masses are observed;[104]. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of an Organ, nos. 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. The vestment proper to the deacon is the dalmatic, worn over the alb and stole. startxref endobj Then he proclaims the Gospel and at the end says the acclamation, Verbum Domini (The Gospel of the Lord), to which all respond, Laus tibi, Christe (Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ). [61] Cf. 50. [146] Cf. The rubrics then make a mention of the liturgical decoration. The deacon or another suitable minister goes to the sacristy and obtains the veiled cross. Visiting priests should be gladly welcomed to Eucharistic concelebration, as long as their priestly standing is ascertained. [60], 57. Caeremoniale Episcoporum, editio typica, 1984, nos. Then the psalmist or even a lector proclaims the verses of the Psalm and the people sing or say the response as usual. If, however, the minister is a deacon, he performs his proper duties (cf. 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. When Holy Communion is received under both kinds, the sign of reverence is also made before receiving the Precious Blood. Caeremoniale Episcoporum, editio typica, 1984, nos. The lector is instituted to proclaim the readings from Sacred Scripture, with the exception of the Gospel. If, however, the continuous reading during the week is interrupted by the occurrence of some solemnity or feast, or some particular celebration, then the priest, taking into consideration the entire weeks scheme of readings, is allowed either to combine parts omitted with other readings or to decide which readings are to be preferred over others. For following the publication first of the Sacramentary known as the Gregorian in 1571, critical editions of other ancient Roman and Ambrosian Sacramentaries were published, often in book form, as were ancient Hispanic and Gallican liturgical books which brought to light numerous prayers of no slight spiritual excellence that had previously been unknown. [162] Inculturation, moreover, requires a necessary length of time, lest the authentic liturgical tradition suffer contamination due to haste and a lack of caution. From the Supplices ergo te, Domine (And so, Father, we bring you these gifts) to the Respice, quaesumus (Look with favor) inclusive, all the concelebrants speak all the following together: The Supplices ergo te, Domine (And so, Father, we bring you these gifts) with hands extended toward the offerings; The Ipse enim in qua nocte tradebatur (On the night he was betrayed) and the Simili modo (When supper was ended) with hands joined; While speaking the words of the Lord, each extends his right hand toward the bread and toward the chalice, if this seems appropriate; as the host and the chalice are shown, however, they look at them and, afterwards, bow profoundly; The Memores igitur (Father, calling to mind) and the Respice, quaesumus (Look with favor) with hands outstretched. 0000007133 00000 n 13: AAS 81 (1989), p. 910. 45. [141] Cf. 548-549. SOME GENERAL NORMS FOR ALL FORMS OF MASS, Veneration of the Altar and the Book of the Gospels. 0000003290 00000 n <> Next are the orations: that is to say, the collect, the prayer over the offerings, and the prayer after Communion. For the same reason he should use Masses for the Dead in moderation, since every Mass is offered for both the living and the dead, and there is a commemoration of the dead in the Eucharistic Prayer. If Communion is given only under the species of bread, the priest raises the host slightly and shows it to each, saying, Corpus Christi (The Body of Christ). 2139 0 obj <>stream This rite is celebrated only if the body is present. 158. Every effort should be made to ensure that even as regards objects of lesser importance the canons of art be appropriately taken into account and that noble simplicity come together with elegance. 249. 328. %%EOF Furthermore, if the inner elements of this tradition are reflected upon, it also becomes clear how outstandingly and felicitously the older Roman Missal is brought to fulfillment in the new. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967. no. Communicants should not be denied Holy Communion because they kneel. 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]. The faithful are "invited" in the RomanMissal to spend time in adoration (EM, no. xref Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967 , no. 361. 180. Then, as the occasion suggests, he incenses the cross and the altar, walking around the latter. 338. 211. 7, 47; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. After the Prayer of the Faithful, while the priest remains at the chair, the deacon prepares the altar, assisted by the acolyte, but it is the deacons place to take care of the sacred vessels himself. When he celebrates the Eucharist, therefore, he must serve God and the people with dignity and humility, and by his bearing and by the way he says the divine words he must convey to the faithful the living presence of Christ. then he closed in solemn order The priest prepares himself by a prayer, said quietly, that he may fruitfully receive Christs Body and Blood. nos. 325. PDF THE ORDER OF MASS - Catholic Faith [60] Cf. In the choice of texts for the several parts of the Mass, whether of the Season or of the Saints, the following norms should be observed. 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. [28] Cf. [98] Cf. [20] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session 22, Doctrina de ss. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 9: Denz-Schn, 1759. Catholic Mass guide - Order of the Mass - The Work Of God 910 2; cf. [54] Cf. 38; Paul VI, Apostolic Constitution Missale Romanum, p. 14. General Norms for the Liturgical Year and the Calendar, nos. Then the priest, with hands extended, says aloud the prayer, Domine Iesu Christe, qui dixisti (Lord Jesus Christ, you said). 48; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. In the arranging and choosing of the variable parts of the Mass for the Dead, especially the Funeral Mass (e.g., orations, readings, Prayer of the Faithful), pastoral considerations bearing upon the deceased, the family, and those attending should rightly be taken into account. 0000006009 00000 n 59. If, however, according to the norms a feast is raised to the rank of a solemnity, a third reading is added, taken from the Common. Further, if another suitable lector is also not present, then the priest celebrant should also proclaim the other readings. Entrance; Greeting; Penitential Act A movable altar may be constructed of any noble and solid materials suited to liturgical use, according to the traditions and usages of the different regions. 119. 202. 2023 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Second Reading (on Sundays and solemnities), Profession of Faith (on Sundays, solemnities, and special occasions), Presentation of the Gifts and Preparation of the Altar, First half of prayer, including Consecration, Second half of prayer, ending with Doxology. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. The concelebrants do likewise, communicating themselves. [49], 41. There is always only one collect used in a Mass. 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. endobj [76] Cf. 387, 388-393). To you will I offer sacrifice of thanksgiving, and I will call upon the name of the LORD. [126] Moreover, it is appropriate that, before it is put into liturgical use, it be blessed according to the rite described in the Roman Ritual. 0000008636 00000 n 0000025151 00000 n 542, 544-545. 26. Precious in the eyes of the LORD. The Alleluia is sung in every season other than Lent. 309. 105. nos. 171-186) and likewise carries out the other parts, that is, those of the people. 131. It is more in keeping with the meaning of the sign that the tabernacle in which the Most Holy Eucharist is reserved not be on an altar on which Mass is celebrated.[128]. 286. It is also permissible to leave the vessels that need to be purified, suitably covered, at the credence table on a corporal, and to purify them immediately after Mass following the dismissal of the people. 349. At the end the people make the acclamation, Amen. At the end, the people make the acclamation, Quia tuum est regnum (For the kingdom). [107] Cf. 13c: AAS 56 (1964), p. 880. 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. 9; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. [148] Cf. If there is no psalmist, the lector may also proclaim the responsorial Psalm after the first reading. In Eucharistic Prayer IV, the Confitemur tibi, Pater sancte (Father, we acknowledge) up to and including the words omnem sanctificationem compleret (bring us the fullness of grace) is spoken by the principal celebrant alone, with hands extended. In each of the Eucharistic Prayers, these formulas are to be modified according to the requirements of grammar. 302. The priest says the invitation to the prayer, and all the faithful say it with him; the priest alone adds the embolism, which the people conclude with a doxology. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Amen. 326. Therefore, when the Second Vatican Council convened in order to accommodate the Church to the requirements of her proper apostolic office precisely in these times, it examined thoroughly, as had Trent, the instructive and pastoral character of the sacred Liturgy. The priest breaks the Eucharistic Bread, assisted, if the case calls for it, by the deacon or a concelebrant. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, nos.