The concluding rites are carried out as at a Mass with a congregation, but the dismissal formula is omitted. 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. 92: AAS 56 (1964), p. 899. 2, 5, 6; Decree on the Pastoral Office of Bishops, Christus Dominus, 28 October 1965, no. This applies to all vessels which hold the hosts, such as the paten, the ciborium, the pyx, the monstrance, and other things of this kind. After them the deacon receives the Body and Blood of the Lord from the principal celebrant. [87] What is said about the choir also applies, in accordance with the relevant norms, to other musicians, especially the organist. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. Then the priest bows profoundly and says the Munda cor meum (Almighty God, cleanse my heart) and, afterwards, reads the Gospel. 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). );kt 283. Incense may be used if desired in any form of Mass: At the beginning of Mass, to incense the cross and the altar; At the Gospel procession and the proclamation of the Gospel itself; After the bread and the chalice have been placed upon the altar, to incense the offerings, the cross, and the altar, as well as the priest and the people; At the showing of the host and the chalice after the consecration. Afterwards, all rise, and the Alleluia or other chant is sung as required by the liturgical season (cf. 281. Among all who are involved with regard to the rites, pastoral aspects, and music there should be harmony and diligence in the effective preparation of each liturgical celebration in accord with the Missal and other liturgical books. All pray silently with the priest for a brief time. 0000004723 00000 n 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]. Hence, the Church teaches us to participate in the Holy Mass regularly on Sundays and on Holydays of obligation and also on weekdays, whenever possible. 904. Also on or close to the altar, there is to be a cross with a figure of Christ crucified. The oils blessed and consecrated at the Chrism Mass . 84. endobj 359. 311. The priest blesses him, saying, Dominus sit in corde tuo (The Lord be in your heart). The Liturgy of the Word is to be celebrated in such a way as to promote meditation, and so any sort of haste that hinders recollection must clearly be avoided. R.. Our blessing-cup is a communion with the Blood of Christ. 91: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 187. Care must be taken that whatever may remain of the Blood of Christ after the distribution of Communion is consumed immediately and completely at the altar. 245. . 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. Priests who are not able to celebrate or concelebrate Mass; The deacon and others who perform some duty at the Mass; Members of communities at the conventual Mass or community Mass, along with seminarians, and all who are engaged in a retreat or are taking part in a spiritual or pastoral gathering. 934-944. The commentators remarks must be meticulously prepared and clear though brief. When Holy Communion is received under both kinds, the sign of reverence is also made before receiving the Precious Blood. 570-571; Paul VI, Encyclical Letter Mysterium fidei, On the doctrine and worship of the Eucharist, 3 September 1965: AAS 57(1965), pp. 52; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. [75] In this way, the Christian people, a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, Gods own people, expresses its cohesion and its hierarchical ordering. 17: AAS 59 (1967), p. 305. 48; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. He may also announce the intentions for the Prayer of the Faithful and, in the absence of a psalmist, proclaim the Psalm between the readings. 151. It is worn by the deacon over his left shoulder and drawn diagonally across the chest to the right side, where it is fastened. The altar should, moreover, be so placed as to be truly the center toward which the attention of the whole congregation of the faithful naturally turns. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Introduction, no. [111], On account of this, in commissioning artists and choosing works of art to be admitted into a church, what should be required is that true excellence in art which nourishes faith and devotion and accords authentically with both the meaning and the purpose for which it is intended.[112]. If incense is used, a server incenses the host and the chalice when each is shown to the people after the consecration. A minister, while standing at the side of the altar, incenses the priest and then the people. The text of this hymn may not be replaced by any other text. 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. After communicating, each returns to his seat. The verse, however, is sung either by the choir or by the cantor. 217. In fact, the Missal of 1570 differs very little from the very first printed edition of 1474, which in turn faithfully follows the Missal used at the time of Pope Innocent III. 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. 301. If need be, once the period of experimentation is concluded, the Bishops Conference shall decide upon pursuing the adaptations and shall propose a mature formulation of the matter to the Apostolic See for its decision.[158]. 13; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. 0000011935 00000 n This teaching, which is concisely expressed in the statement already contained in the ancient Sacramentary commonly known as the LeonineAs often as the commemoration of this sacrifice is celebrated, the work of our redemption is carried out[3]is aptly and accurately developed in the Eucharistic Prayers. On solemnities the priest is bound to follow the calendar of the church where he is celebrating. Eucharistia, 11 October 1551: Denz-Schn, 1635-1661. 290. [69] Cf. 22. It is not permitted to substitute other chants for those found in the Order of Mass, such as at the Agnus Dei. 194-198), which he must exercise personally. 40-41, 47-48, 61-64, 74, 86-88). 40; Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction Varietates legitimae, 25 January 1994, no. The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God is called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished through the Eucharist. [76] All, therefore, whether they are ordained ministers or lay Christian faithful, in fulfilling their office or their duty, should carry out solely but completely that which pertains to them. endobj This rite is reserved to the priest and the deacon. In these instances the sign of the unity of the priesthood and also of the Church inherent in every concelebration is made more clearly manifest.[103]. Votive Masses of the mysteries of the Lord or in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary or of the Angels or of any given Saint or of all the Saints may be said for the sake of the faithfuls devotion on weekdays in Ordinary Time, even if an optional memorial occurs. UNIVERSAL PRAYER At the end of each petition, the reader says: V. We pray to the Lord. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. 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). An acolyte or other lay minister arranges the corporal, the purificator, the chalice, the pall, and the Missal upon the altar. [141] Cf. Friday, or Holy Saturday. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 246. 2139 0 obj <>stream -in vesting order for C, biretta, amice, alb, white23 cincture, maniple, stole and chasuble.-white cope and humeral veil for the Translation.24 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. At the Funeral Mass there should, as a rule, be a short homily, but never a eulogy of any kind. The procession bringing the gifts is accompanied by the Offertory chant (cf. O_h\zx\#MRg#Ox>^lO3 2V_o# 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]. Por tu inmensa gloria te alabamos, te bendecimos, te adoramos, te glorificamos, te damos gracias, Seor . [58] Cf. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 26-27: AAS 87 (1995), pp. The option chosen may change from year to . 299. When this hymn is concluded, the Priest, with hands joined, says: Let us pray. 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. 0 no. The sacred vessels are purified by the priest, the deacon, or an instituted acolyte after Communion or after Mass, insofar as possible at the credence table. Fill us with you spirit as we praise and worship you and be with those who do not know you. 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. <> Moreover, in order that such a celebration may correspond more fully to the prescriptions and spirit of the sacred Liturgy, and also in order to increase its pastoral effectiveness, certain accommodations and adaptations are specified in this General Instruction and in the Order of Mass. 384. The Mass on Holy Thursday is commonly known as the Feast of the Lord's Supper. 44. As for variations and the more substantial adaptations in view of the traditions and culture of peoples and regions, to be introduced in accordance with article 40 of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy because of benefit or need, the norms set forth in the Instruction On the Roman Liturgy and Inculturation[36] and in nos. The faithful, moreover, should not refuse to serve the People of God gladly whenever they are asked to perform some particular ministry or function in the celebration. [115] Cf. In the sanctuary there should be prepared. nos. 22 of the Masses for Various Needs) should be celebrated with violet vestments as an appropriate liturgical observance for this day. 56. 264. Care should be taken that singers, too, can receive Communion with ease. 362); The form of the gesture of peace (cf. Another way of dividing a Mass is into its "ordinary" partsthose texts which, with some variations, are part of the Mass on a daily basisand its "proper" partsthe texts of prayers and selection of Scripture readings proper to the specific feast, feria or other occasion being observed. 138. 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. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The priest who presides at the celebration, however, always retains the right of arranging those things that are his own responsibility.[90]. The priest purifies the chalice at the credence table or at the altar. 120. As soon as the communicant receives the host, he or she consumes it entirely. If the chalice is purified at the altar, it may be carried to the credence table by the minister or may again be placed on the altar at the side. <> What is the Mass or Liturgy? 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. no. In this case the principal celebrant receives Communion under both kinds in the usual way (cf. After doing these things, the priest goes to the chair. 0000008613 00000 n 122. 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). 24: AAS 59 (1967), p. 554; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. 112. 191. Any appearance of a throne, however, is to be avoided. 319. Moreover, the wondrous mystery of the Lords real presence under the Eucharistic species, reaffirmed by the Second Vatican Council[6] and other documents of the Churchs Magisterium[7] in the same sense and with the same words that the Council of Trent had proposed as a matter of faith,[8] is proclaimed in the celebration of Mass not only by means of the very words of consecration, by which Christ becomes present through transubstantiation, but also by that interior disposition and outward expression of supreme reverence and adoration in which the Eucharistic Liturgy is carried out.