267-268. Moreover, this broader view allows us to see how the Holy Spirit endows the People of God with a marvelous fidelity in preserving the unalterable deposit of faith, even amid a very great variety of prayers and rites. Pontifical Commission for interpreting legal texts, response to dubium regarding can. 0000000016 00000 n 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. no. Then, together with the priest, the deacon venerates the altar with a kiss, makes a profound bow, and departs in a manner similar to the procession beforehand. The priest incenses the book, if incense is used (cf. : Martes 21 VII semana. He proceeds to the ambo, carrying the book slightly elevated. Singing is the sign of the hearts joy (cf. 41). [ 11 0 R] 984-1031. If Communion from the chalice is carried out by intinction, each communicant, holding a communion-plate under the chin, approaches the priest who holds a vessel with the sacred particles, a minister standing at his side and holding the chalice. When Mass is celebrated for a particular dead person, the special formula may be inserted in the place indicated, namely, before the Memento etiam (Remember our brothers and sisters). 297: With this Mass, celebrated in the evening of the Thursday in Holy Week, the Church begins the sacred Easter Triduum and devotes herself to the remembrance of the Last Supper. [120] Cf. After the people have gathered, the Entrance chant begins as the priest enters with the deacon and ministers. 87. They answer, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). 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. Furthermore, it is desirable that, as a rule, an acolyte, a lector, and a cantor should be there to assist the priest celebrant. 3e, 6: AAS 59 (1967), pp. [87] Cf. 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]. Green is used in the Offices and Masses of Ordinary Time. no. The priest prepares himself by a prayer, said quietly, that he may fruitfully receive Christs Body and Blood. 7, 47; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. 92). [27] Cf. [85] Cf. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of an Organ, nos. It is appropriate to have a fixed altar in every church, since it more clearly and permanently signifies Christ Jesus, the living stone (1 Pt 2:4; cf. [73] Cf. 292. 21. On reaching the altar, the concelebrants and the principal celebrant, after making a profound bow, venerate the altar with a kiss, then go to their designated seats. To the same end, he should also be vigilant that the dignity of these celebrations be enhanced. In the dioceses of the United States of America, however, wood which is worthy, solid, and well-crafted may be used, provided that the altar is structurally immobile. 324. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. In a special way, care must be taken that the liturgical books, particularly the Book of the Gospels and the Lectionary, which are intended for the proclamation of the word of God and hence enjoy special veneration, really serve in a liturgical action as signs and symbols of heavenly realities and hence are truly worthy, dignified, and beautiful. The priest takes a host, dips it partly into the chalice and, showing it, says, Corpus et Sanguis Christi (The Body and Blood of Christ). 154. [131], 318. Because, however, the celebration of the Eucharist, like the entire Liturgy, is carried out through perceptible signs that nourish, strengthen, and express faith,[31] the utmost care must be taken to choose and to arrange those forms and elements set forth by the Church that, in view of the circumstances of the people and the place, will more effectively foster active and full participation and more properly respond to the spiritual needs of the faithful. 0000001560 00000 n Rather, such instances should be addressed pastorally, by providing the faithful with proper catechesis on the reasons for this norm. The Vocal Expression of the Different Texts. 17: AAS 72 (1980), p. 338. The Conference of Bishops will be the judge in this matter.[139]. [72] Cf. [13] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session 22, Doctrina de ss. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 360. more appropriate. The Church has always regarded this command as applying also to herself when she gives directions about the preparation of peoples hearts and minds and of the places, rites, and texts for the celebration of the Most Holy Eucharist. 297. Amen. 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. 327. The practice of placing relics of Saints, even those not Martyrs, under the altar to be dedicated is fittingly retained. Likewise, he should also gather any fragments that may have fallen outside the paten. 28; Order of Crowning an Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, editio typica, 1981, nos. Eucharistic Prayer IV has an invariable Preface and gives a fuller summary of salvation history. Newly added is the description : "A lay minister with a cross, standingbetween two other ministerswith lighted candles leads off Before the Priest carrying the Blessed Sacrament comes the thuriferwith a smoking thurible" (EM, no. 26. trailer 44). xref 91: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Among Masses of this kind are included Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs, Masses for Various Circumstances, and Votive Masses. 184. <> 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. If, however, only one acolyte is present, he should perform the more important duties while the rest are to be distributed among several ministers. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 6: Denz-Schn, 1747. In accordance with the rubrics (cf. 838 3. xYK$771 `ggra3MH!5Sce{*Iw|AaxPRQP_Axpy:VF'~=4SB(5 41. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 8: Denz-Schn, 1749. [92] Cf. 0000004723 00000 n [25], 17. 86. 133. nos. 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. 128. Council of Trent, session 21, Doctrina de communione sub utraque specie et parvulorum, 16 July 1562, chapters 1-3: Denz-Schn, 1725-1729. The Introductory Rites . 2104 36 Violet or purple is used in Advent and Lent. The dalmatic may, however, be omitted out of necessity or on account of a lesser degree of solemnity. 165. The Christian faithful who gather together as one to await the Lords coming are instructed by the Apostle Paul to sing together psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs (cf. 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. For feasts, on the other hand, two readings are assigned. 767 , [64] Cf. The parts spoken by all the concelebrants together and especially the words of consecration, which all are bound to say, are to be said in such a way that the concelebrants speak them in a very low voice and that the principal celebrants voice be clearly heard. Among those Masses celebrated by some communities, moreover, the conventual Mass, which is a part of the daily Office, or the community Mass, has a particular place. 287. Red is used on Palm Sunday of the Lords Passion and on Good Friday, on Pentecost Sunday, on celebrations of the Lords Passion, on the feasts of the Apostles and Evangelists, and on celebrations of Martyr Saints. Where, however, a sign of this kind is not in harmony with the traditions or the culture of some region, it is for the Conference of Bishops to establish some other sign in its place, with the consent of the Apostolic See. In the absence of an instituted lector, other laypersons may be commissioned to proclaim the readings from Sacred Scripture. [43] It is with good reason, therefore, that they are called the presidential prayers.. 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). In the sanctuary there should be prepared. 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. nos. 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 . 397. In view of the rather broad range of choice among the readings and orations, it is best if Masses for various circumstances be used in moderation, that is, when the occasion truly requires. [1] [2] It inaugurates the Easter Triduum, [3] and commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples, more explicitly than other celebrations of the Mass . The Prayer of the Faithful follows, which may be said even in this form of Mass. If Communion is received by drinking directly from the chalice, one or other of two procedures may be followed: The principal celebrant, standing at the middle of the altar, takes the chalice and says quietly, Sanguis Christi custodiat me in vitam aeternam (May the Blood of Christ bring me to everlasting life). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. While the Agnus Dei is sung or said, the deacons or some of the concelebrants may help the principal celebrant break the hosts for Communion, both of the concelebrants and of the people. Then he takes the chalice, saying quietly, Sanguis Christi custodiat me in vitam aeternam (May the Blood of Christ bring me to everlasting life), and reverently receives the Blood of Christ. 348. 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]). During the Liturgy of the Word, the concelebrants remain at their places, sitting or standing whenever the principal celebrant does.