10: AAS 72 (1980), p. 336; Interdicasterial Instruction on certain questions regarding the collaboration of the non-ordained faithful in the sacred ministry of priests, Ecclesiae de mysterio, 15 August 1997, art. In Eucharistic Prayer II the Vere Sanctus (Lord, you are holy indeed) is spoken by the principal celebrant alone, with hands extended. . 2, 36: AAS 87 (1995), pp. Indeed, the character and beauty of the place and all its furnishings should foster devotion and show forth the holiness of the mysteries celebrated there. In a concelebration where a priest presides, however, the concelebrant who in the absence of a deacon proclaims the Gospel neither requests nor receives the blessing of the principal celebrant. 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. [105] Cf. The meaning of this office is enunciated and explained clearly and at greater length in the Preface for the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, the day commemorating the institution of the priesthood. Before Communion is given to the minister, the Communion Antiphon is said by the minister or by the priest himself. [55] Cf. 0000008345 00000 n
The priest incenses the book, if incense is used (cf. 110. [32] Special celebrations of Mass should observe the guidelines established for them: For Masses with special groups, cf. 163. It is not, however, allowed to celebrate as Votive Masses, those that refer to mysteries related to events in the life of the Lord or of the Blessed Virgin Mary, with the exception of the Mass of the Immaculate Conception, since their celebration is an integral part of the unfolding of the liturgical year. 256. It is appropriate that actions and processions of this sort be carried out with decorum while the chants proper to them occur, in keeping with the norms prescribed for each. Sacred Congregation for Divine Worship, Instruction Actio pastoralis, On Masses with special groups, 15 May 1969: AAS 61 (1969), pp. Floral decorations should always be done with moderation and placed around the altar rather than on its mensa. Then the minister or the priest says the Entrance Antiphon. By these the Christian people are brought to know the continuity of the work of salvation according to Gods wonderful plan. 281. <>/Metadata 3630 0 R/ViewerPreferences 3631 0 R>>
All listen and at the end respond to the acclamation, as noted above (no. These adaptations consist for the most part in the choice of certain rites or texts, that is, of the chants, readings, prayers, explanations, and gestures which may respond better to the needs, preparation, and culture of the participants and which are entrusted to the priest celebrant., the priest must remember that he is the servant of the sacred Liturgy and that he himself is not permitted, on his own initiative, to add, to remove, or to change anything in the celebration of Mass.[34]. 48; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. 23. 53). 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. 68) with everyone standing. 0000003369 00000 n
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holy thursday evening mass of the lord's supper 1 april 2021 7 p.m. introductory rite entrance: _____ as we gather at your table gloria _____ mass of renewal. no. 26. [21] Cf. It remembers the Jewish Passover and Jesus insitituion of the Eucharist, and sets the scene for Jesus death and resurrection. [20] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session 22, Doctrina de ss. Next are the orations: that is to say, the collect, the prayer over the offerings, and the prayer after Communion. Nevertheless, it is also permitted, especially if there are several vessels to be purified, to leave them suitably covered on a corporal, either at the altar or at the credence table, and to purify them immediately after Mass following the dismissal of the people. [45] Cf. [41] There are also certain rites that open and conclude the celebration. The Communion chant begins while the priest is receiving the Sacrament (cf. 122. [41] Cf. At the ambo, the priest opens the book and, with hands joined, says, Dominus vobiscum (The Lord be with you), and the people respond, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). Since the celebration of Mass by its nature has a communitarian character,[45] both the dialogues between the priest and the faithful gathered together, and the acclamations are of great significance;[46] in fact, they are not simply outward signs of communal celebration but foster and bring about communion between priest and people.
PDF The Order of Mass - Liturgy Office 134. Afterwards, the priest may return to the chair. The supplication Agnus Dei, is, as a rule, sung by the choir or cantor with the congregation responding; or it is, at least, recited aloud. IV. 176. I am your servant, the son of your handmaid; you have loosed my bonds. The priest may, very briefly, introduce the faithful to the Liturgy of the Word. The liturgical duties that are not proper to the priest or the deacon and are listed in nos. 338. [57] Cf.
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They likewise bear witness to the Churchs continuous and unbroken tradition, irrespective of the introduction of certain new features. However, insofar as possible, he stands back slightly, behind the concelebrating priests standing around the principal celebrant. When several are to be named, this is done with the collective formula et Episcopo nostro N. eiusque Episcopis adiutoribus (N., our Bishop and his assistant Bishops). 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. [127], 315. With the people he adds, Domine, non sum dignus (Lord, I am not worthy). [23] In it, moreover, during the course of the year, the mysteries of redemption are recalled so as in some way to be made present. 50. 196. 0000000016 00000 n
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The chalice is usually administered by a deacon or, when no deacon is present, by a priest, or even by a duly instituted acolyte or another extraordinary minister of Holy Communion, or by a member of the faithful who, in case of necessity, has been entrusted with this duty for a single occasion; Whatever may remain of the Blood of Christ is consumed at the altar by the priest or the deacon or the duly instituted acolyte who ministered the chalice. nos. After the principal celebrants Communion, the chalice is placed on another corporal at the side of the altar. The Communion of the concelebrants may also be arranged so that each concelebrant communicates the Body of the Lord at the altar and, immediately afterwards, the Blood of the Lord. 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). On the altar itself may be placed the Book of the Gospels, distinct from the book of other readings, unless it is carried in the Entrance Procession. Upon returning to the altar, the priest collects any fragments that may remain. Eph 2:20). 548-549. 48). A further musical specification is provided: "the organ and other musical instruments may be used only so as to support the singing" (EM, no. Holy Thursday Order of Mass - Saint+Elizabeth+Ann+Seton+Parish 92). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. [51] Cf. 39). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. [69] Cf. Communicants should not be denied Holy Communion because they kneel. Libera nos (Deliver us) is said by the principal celebrant alone, with hands extended. 41. [77], 92. [27], 18. 395. This is achieved by appropriate use of the wide options described below. 5 0 obj
54, 62-69: AAS 87 (1995), pp. 187-193), which he must perform personally. nos. 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. [110] Cf. The priest, standing at the chair or at the ambo itself or, when appropriate, in another suitable place, gives the homily. <>
225. no. 345. The Mass on Holy Thursday is commonly known as the Feast of the Lord's Supper. 104. After the celebration of Mass, the acolyte and other ministers return in procession to the sacristy, together with the deacon and the priest in the same way and order in which they entered. %PDF-1.4
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particularly in Sacred Congregation for the Sacraments, Instruction Nullo umquam tempore, 28 May 1938: AAS 30 (1938), pp. The priest gives the sign of peace to the minister, if appropriate. This is sung either by the choir alone or by the choir or cantor with the people. 41; Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, no. The Mass is made up, as it were, of two parts: the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Cathedrals and parish churches, however, are to be dedicated with a solemn rite.
Holy Thursday Evening Mass of The Lord'S Supper: Prayers and Readings [100] Paul VI, Apostolic Letter Ministeria quaedam, 15 August 1972: AAS 64 (1972), p. 532. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. It is appropriate that, before being put into liturgical use, the organ be blessed according to the rite described in the Roman Ritual.[124]. 73). If a prayer over the people or a solemn formula for the blessing is used, the deacon says, Inclinate vos ad benedictionem (Bow your heads and pray for Gods blessing). 3 0 obj
31 (in Time of War or Conflict), no. Care should be taken that singers, too, can receive Communion with ease. 92: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898. Consequently, the Church constantly seeks the noble assistance of the arts and admits the artistic expressions of all peoples and regions. 0000006796 00000 n
153. [26] Cf. 767 1: AAS 79 (1987), p. 1249; Interdicasterial Instruction on certain questions regarding the collaboration of the non-ordained faithful in the sacred ministry of priests, Ecclesiae de mysterio, 15 August 1997, art. 123. Brethren . 2, 5, 6; Decree on the Pastoral Office of Bishops, Christus Dominus, 28 October 1965, no. Before, however, proceeding to new adaptations, especially those more thoroughgoing, great care should be taken to promote the proper instruction of clergy and faithful in a wise and orderly fashion, so as to take advantage of the faculties already foreseen and to implement fully the pastoral norms concerning the spirit of a celebration. If he celebrates with a congregation, the priest will take care not to omit the readings assigned for each day in the Lectionary for weekdays too frequently and without sufficient reason, since the Church desires that a richer portion at the table of Gods word be provided for the faithful.[141]. The location should also assist the choir to exercise its function more easily and conveniently allow each choir member full, sacramental participation in the Mass. Epiclesis: In which, by means of particular invocations, the Church implores the power of the Holy Spirit that the gifts offered by human hands be consecrated, that is, become Christs Body and Blood, and that the spotless Victim to be received in Communion be for the salvation of those who will partake of it. 40-41, 47-48, 61-64, 74, 86-88). 932 1. If, however, this Eucharistic Prayer is used in Masses for the Dead, the special formula for the dead may be used, to be included at the proper place, namely, after the Omnes filios tuos ubique dispersos, tibi, clemens Pater, miseratus coniunge (In mercy and love unite all your children). If incense is used, a server incenses the host and the chalice when each is shown to the people after the consecration. It is a praiseworthy practice that the Book of the Gospels be placed upon the altar. During the more important seasons of the year, however, the proper seasonal orations appointed for each weekday in the Missal already make provision for this. 5; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 285. 74). [119] Cf. 14, 19, 26, 28, 30. 0000011439 00000 n
63. 22 of the Masses for Various Needs) should be celebrated with violet vestments as an appropriate liturgical observance for this day. 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. After this prayer is concluded, extending and then joining his hands, he gives the greeting of peace while facing the people and saying, Pax Domini sit simper vobiscum (The peace of the Lord be with you always). 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. Caeremoniale Episcoporum, editio typica, 1984, nos. 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). 1 0 obj
Once the offerings have been placed on the altar and the accompanying rites completed, the invitation to pray with the priest and the prayer over the offerings conclude the preparation of the gifts and prepare for the Eucharistic Prayer. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, nos. 0
Where there is a large number of priests, concelebration may take place even several times on the same day, wherever necessity or pastoral benefit suggest it. [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. 91: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Then the priest says the prayer which is customarily known as the collect and through which the character of the celebration is expressed. THE DISTRIBUTION OF DUTIES AND THE PREPARATION OF THE CELEBRATION. also Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, no. It is always permissible, however, to use the collect alone from these Masses. 540-541. 4 0 obj
The Introductory Rites . Then, facing the people and extending his hands, the priest greets the people, using one of the formulas indicated. 299. 179. Its riches are of benefit to the universal Church, so that were they to be lost, the Church would be seriously harmed. The bread and wine are placed on the altar by the priest to the accompaniment of the prescribed formulas. 250. shed on the principal mysteries that are commemorated in this Mass, namely, the institution of the Holy Eucharist and of the priestly Order, and the commandment of the Lord concerning fraternal charity. There are two kinds of bows: a bow of the head and a bow of the body. 26. Those who take up the collection in the church. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Then the Act of Penitence takes place, and, if required by the rubrics, the Kyrie and Gloria are said. 32: AAS 59 (1967), p. 558. By this Greeting and the peoples response, the mystery of the Church gathered together is made manifest. 4, 8: AAS 62 (1970), pp. Then, standing at the chair or at the altar and facing the people the priest, with hands joined says, Oremus (Let us pray); then, with hands extended, he recites the prayer after Communion. Pope Benedict XVI 1927-2022 tribute page and access to resources here. Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction Varietates legitimate, 25 January 1994, no. At the end the minister makes the acclamation, Amen. SOME GENERAL NORMS FOR ALL FORMS OF MASS, Veneration of the Altar and the Book of the Gospels. 309. Pius XII, Encyclical Letter Humani generis, 12 August 1950: Acta Apostolicae Sedis, Commentarium Officiale (Vatican City; hereafter, AAS), 42 (1950), pp. 16: AAS 81 (1989), p. 912; Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction Varietates legitimate, 25 January 1994, nos. They are to teach, furthermore, that the Church, in her stewardship of the Sacraments, has the power to set forth or alter whatever provisions, apart from the substance of the Sacraments, that she judges to be most conducive to the veneration of the Sacraments and the well-being of the recipients, in view of changing conditions, times, and places. 311. 88). . Sacred buildings and requisites for divine worship should, moreover, be truly worthy and beautiful and be signs and symbols of heavenly realities. no. 52; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. [161] Cf. Those who do not kneel ought to make a profound bow when the priest genuflects after the consecration. The communicant replies, Amen, and receives the Sacrament either on the tongue or, where this is allowed and if the communicant so chooses, in the hand. <>/Metadata 879 0 R/ViewerPreferences 880 0 R>>
Heaven and earth are full of your . [114] Cf. In a similar fashion, traditions dating back to the first centuries, before the formation of the rites of East and West, are better known today because of the discovery of so many liturgical documents. Then he himself receives the sign of peace from the priest and may offer it to those other ministers who are closer to him. 288-314. 8: AAS 89 (1997), p. 871. 15) In 1989, the Holy See confirmed a ritual text for the reception of the holy oils for optional use in the dioceses of the United States, allowing for the reception to take place during the procession of the gifts at the Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper or on another suitable day. CHAPTER I The Importance and Dignity of the Eucharistic Celebration, 16. [23] Cf. Catholic Mass guide - Order of the Mass. 28; Order of Crowning an Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, editio typica, 1981, nos. After the priests Communion, the deacon receives Communion under both kinds from the priest himself and then assists the priest in distributing Communion to the people. 173. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 8: Denz-Schn, 1749. [146] Cf. The priest celebrant, the deacon, and the other ministers have places in the sanctuary. 44. [108], 289. 77. As to other Eucharistic Prayers approved by the Apostolic See, the norms established for each one are to be observed. The sacred garment common to ordained and instituted ministers of any rank is the alb, to be tied at the waist with a cincture unless it is made so as to fit even without such. 41). [77] Cf. Acts 2:46). 167. 320. 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. The candles, which are required at every liturgical service out of reverence and on account of the festiveness of the celebration (cf. Above all, they should instruct the Christian faithful that the Catholic faith teaches that Christ, whole and entire, and the true Sacrament, is received even under only one species, and consequently that as far as the effects are concerned, those who receive under only one species are not deprived of any of the grace that is necessary for salvation.[106]. no. 135. 0000013321 00000 n
By Mass with a congregation is meant a Mass celebrated with the participation of the faithful. 393. 56. Once the Entrance chant is concluded, the priest and faithful, all standing, make the Sign of the Cross. 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. If it is sung, it is begun by the priest or, if this is appropriate, by a cantor or by the choir. If, however, the minister does not receive Communion, the priest, after genuflecting, takes the host and, facing the altar, says quietly the Domine, non sum dignus (Lord, I am not worthy) and the Corpus Christi custodiat (May the Body of Christ bring) and then receives the Body of Christ. In the Liturgy of the Eucharist, everything is done as in a Mass with a congregation, with the following exceptions. 0000005734 00000 n
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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].