A totally new rubric is found at the end of Holy Thursday. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 5; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 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. 290. 65. 77. 143. [83] They should, moreover, endeavor to make this clear by their deep religious sense and their charity toward brothers and sisters who participate with them in the same celebration. 4. 128). He proceeds to the ambo, carrying the book slightly elevated. At the final doxology of the Eucharistic Prayer, the deacon stands next to the priest, holding the chalice elevated while the priest elevates the paten with the host, until the people have responded with the acclamation, Amen. 697-704; The Roman Pontifical, Rites of Ordination of a Bishop, of Priests, and of Deacons, editio typica altera, 1989, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, nos. Thus within the Act of Penitence and again after the invitation to pray, all recollect themselves; but at the conclusion of a reading or the homily, all meditate briefly on what they have heard; then after Communion, they praise and pray to God in their hearts. 337. 47; cf. 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 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. 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]. 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. At the Last Supper, Jesus took a basin . 0000001733 00000 n If incense is used, the deacon assists the priest during the incensation of the gifts, the cross, and the altar; afterwards, the deacon himself or the acolyte incenses the priest and the people. 159. %%EOF 838 3. There is also to be a cross, with the figure of Christ crucified upon it, either on the altar or near it, where it is clearly visible to the assembled congregation. 0000003290 00000 n If not sung, it is to be recited either by all together or by two parts of the congregation responding one to the other. When this prayer before Communion is finished, the principal celebrant genuflects and steps back a little. 3. 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. no. The Introductory Rites . 391. These adaptations include. 0000008345 00000 n Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 215. 303. 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). %PDF-1.4 % Singing is the sign of the hearts joy (cf. 322. 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. 7). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 12. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, part III. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 8 0 obj The people make the prayer their own by the acclamation, Amen. 102. 59. 0000001056 00000 n In accord with the norms established by decree of the Sacred Congregation of Rites in Cum, nostra tate (January 27, 1966), this edition of the General Instruction of The Roman Missal is declared to be the vernacular typical edition of the Institutio Generalis Missalis Romani, editio typica tertia in the dioceses of the United States of America, and is published by authority of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 203. 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. 21; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. 306. Gold- or silver-colored vestments may be worn on more solemn occasions in the dioceses of the United States of America. This is achieved by appropriate use of the wide options described below. 384. In this matter as well, a noble simplicity should be ensured such as is the best companion of genuine art. 123. The rite concludes with the priests absolution, which, however, lacks the efficacy of the Sacrament of Penance. In each of the Eucharistic Prayers, these formulas are to be modified according to the requirements of grammar. Although it is not always necessary (e.g., in weekday Masses) to sing all the texts that are of themselves meant to be sung, every care should be taken that singing by the ministers and the people is not absent in celebrations that occur on Sundays and on holy days of obligation. Then the minister or the priest says the Entrance Antiphon. 40-41, 47-48, 61-64, 74, 86-88). [122] Cf. After placing the chalice upon the altar, the priest bows profoundly and says quietly, In spiritu humilitatis (Lord God, we ask you to receive us). Facing the minister, he greets the minister choosing one of the formulas of greeting. 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. nos. In the dioceses of the United States of America, the following may also be sung in place of the Psalm assigned in the Lectionary for Mass: either the proper or seasonal antiphon and Psalm from the Lectionary, as found either in the Roman Gradual or Simple Gradual or in another musical setting; or an antiphon and Psalm from another collection of the psalms and antiphons, including psalms arranged in metrical form, providing that they have been approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops or the diocesan Bishop. [148] Cf. If, however, Communion is given under both kinds, the rite prescribed in nos. 256. If, however, the Son is mentioned at the end of this prayer, the conclusion is, Qui vivit et regnat in saecula saeculorum (Who lives and reigns forever and ever). [151] Cf. It is appropriate that this place be ordinarily a stationary ambo and not simply a movable lectern. 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]. 200. 93. 171-186) and likewise carries out the other parts, that is, those of the people. If not sung, it is to be recited by all together or by two parts of the assembly responding one to the other. Then the priest, extending his hands, greets the people, saying, Dominus vobiscum (The Lord be with you). The people, uniting themselves to this entreaty, make the prayer their own with the acclamation, Amen. 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. [62] Cf. The gestures and posture of the priest, the deacon, and the ministers, as well as those of the people, ought to contribute to making the entire celebration resplendent with beauty and noble simplicity, so that the true and full meaning of the different parts of the celebration is evident and that the participation of all is fostered. 0000003488 00000 n [86] Cf. [163], 399. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. [65] Cf. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 189. In addition, on or next to the altar are to be placed candlesticks with lighted candles: at least two in any celebration, or even four or six, especially for a Sunday Mass or a holy day of obligation. [52] Therefore, attention should be paid to what is determined by this General Instruction and the traditional practice of the Roman Rite and to what serves the common spiritual good of the People of God, rather than private inclination or arbitrary choice. In addition, microphones that may be needed to amplify the priests voice should be arranged discreetly. Along with the faithful, he then makes an act of humility using the prescribed words taken from the Gospels. Psalm Response Ps 116: Our Blessing Cup Second Reading I Corinthians 11:23-26 Thanks be to God. Then, standing at the altar or at the credence table, he purifies the paten or ciborium over the chalice, then purifies the chalice, saying quietly, Quod ore sumpsimus (Lord, may I receive), and dries the chalice with a purificator. [100] Paul VI, Apostolic Letter Ministeria quaedam, 15 August 1972: AAS 64 (1972), p. 532. [61] Cf. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967. no. Upon returning to the altar, the priest collects any fragments that may remain. 83). also Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, no. [113] Cf. The decision about this matter no longer involves the conference of bishops. 26. Among the Masses for the Dead, the Funeral Mass holds first place. It is expedient for benches or seats usually to be provided for their use. 44. 84. This unity is beautifully apparent from the gestures and postures observed in common by the faithful. 0000004062 00000 n 0000011935 00000 n It therefore pertains to the whole Body of the Church, manifests it, and has its effect upon it. The altar should be built apart from the wall, in such a way that it is possible to walk around it easily and that Mass can be celebrated at it facing the people, which is desirable wherever possible. Their purpose is to ensure that the faithful who come together as one establish communion and dispose themselves to listen properly to Gods word and to celebrate the Eucharist worthily. 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. [15] Cf. Immediately after the blessing, with hands joined, the priest adds, Ite, missa est (The Mass is ended, go in peace), and all answer, Deo gratias (Thanks be to God). 0000025151 00000 n 111. The Roman Missal, Lectionary for Mass, editio typica altera, 1981, Introduction, no. 221. III - Mass at Which Only One Minister Participates, IV - Some General Norms for All Forms of Mass, Chapter V- THE ARRANGEMENT AND FURNISHING, I - The Bread and Wine for Celebrating the Eucharist, Chapter VIII- MASSES FOR VARIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES, I - Masses and Prayers for Various Circumstances, Chapter IX- ADAPTATIONS WITHIN THE COMPETENCE OF BISHOPS. [33] In celebrations at which the Bishop presides, and especially in the celebration of the Eucharist led by the Bishop himself with the presbyterate, the deacons, and the people taking part, the mystery of the Church is revealed. Since it is a chant by which the faithful acclaim the Lord and implore his mercy, it is ordinarily done by all, that is, by the people and the choir or cantor having a part in it. For in these prayers the priest, while he performs the commemoration, turns towards God, even in the name of the whole people, renders him thanks and offers the living and holy Sacrifice, namely, the Churchs offering and the Victim by whose immolation God willed to be appeased;[4] and he prays that the Body and Blood of Christ may be a sacrifice acceptable to the Father and salvific for the whole world.[5]. 548-549. In the ministry of the altar, the acolyte has his own functions (cf. 333. [58] Cf. endobj 47. General Norms for the Liturgical Year and the Calendar, nos. 0000013227 00000 n 2. 363. [149] Cf. Communicants should not be denied Holy Communion because they kneel. 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. What is the Mass? and became man) all make a profound bow; but on the solemnities of the Annunciation and of the Nativity of the Lord, all genuflect. 540-541. may very briefly introduce the faithful to the Mass of the day. 14 0 obj 122-124; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. 180. If the Funeral Mass is directly joined to the burial rite, once the prayer after Communion has been said and omitting the concluding rite, the rite of final commendation or farewell takes place. 371. The purpose of the many prefaces that enrich The Roman Missal is to bring out more fully the motives for thanksgiving within the Eucharistic Prayer and to set out more clearly the different facets of the mystery of salvation. 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). endstream endobj 2138 0 obj <>/Size 2104/Type/XRef>>stream After the Lords Prayer is concluded, the priest alone, with hands extended, says the embolism Libera nos (Deliver us). 273. When the homily is completed, a period of silence may be observed. 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 . [115] Cf. The people rise and make their response: Suscipiat Dominus (May the Lord accept). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. [111] Cf. Then the priest invites those present to take part in the Act of Penitence, which, after a brief pause for silence, the entire community carries out through a formula of general confession. Likewise, he should also gather any fragments that may have fallen outside the paten. 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. 82. The intercessions for the living, Recordare, Domine (Lord, remember your Church), and for the dead, Memento etiam fratrum nostrorum (Remember our brothers and sisters), are appropriately assigned to one or other of the concelebrants, who speaks them aloud alone, with hands extended. 28; Order of Crowning an Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, editio typica, 1981, nos. A further musical specification is provided: "the organ and other musical instruments may be used only so as to support the singing" (EM, no. 12: AAS 59 (1967), pp. Since, indeed, a variety of options is provided for the different parts of the Mass, it is necessary for the deacon, the lectors, the psalmist, the cantor, the commentator, and the choir to be completely sure before the celebration about those texts for which each is responsible is to be used and that nothing be improvised. 0000003045 00000 n 10-11; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. In the celebration of Mass the faithful form a holy people, a people whom God has made his own, a royal priesthood, so that they may give thanks to God and offer the spotless Victim not only through the hands of the priest but also together with him, and so that they may learn to offer themselves. Small hosts are, however, in no way ruled out when the number of those receiving Holy Communion or other pastoral needs require it. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Where, however, the optional memorials of the Blessed Virgin Mary or of the Saints are dear to the faithful, the priest should satisfy their legitimate devotion. If the celebrant is a Bishop, in the Prayers, after the words Papa nostro N. (N., our Pope), he adds, et me, indigno famulo tuo (and me, your unworthy servant). The Church offers the Eucharistic Sacrifice of Christs Passover for the dead so that, since all the members of Christs body are in communion with each other, the petition for spiritual help on behalf of some may bring comforting hope to others. 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. For this same reason, concelebration is recommended whenever priests gather together with their own Bishop either on the occasion of a retreat or at any other meeting. The Conference of Bishops will be the judge in this matter.[139]. 26-27: AAS 87 (1995), pp. 145. In the Mass only one prayer after Communion is said, which ends with a shorter conclusion; that is. 231. After the Eucharistic Prayer is concluded, the priest, with hands joined, says the introduction to the Lords Prayer. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 76. 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). It is for the priest celebrant to direct this prayer from the chair. 138. [3] Evening Mass of the Lords Supper, prayer over the offerings. 7 0 obj Once these proposals have been duly approved by the Apostolic See, experiments should be carried out for specified periods and at specified places. 284. It may be said also at particular celebrations of a more solemn character. Christs gesture of breaking bread at the Last Supper, which gave the entire Eucharistic Action its name in apostolic times, signifies that the many faithful are made one body (1 Cor 10:17) by receiving Communion from the one Bread of Life which is Christ, who died and rose for the salvation of the world. 204. 158), observing, however, the rite chosen in each particular instance for Communion from the chalice; and the other concelebrants should follow suit. 33. Benedict XV, Apostolic Constitution Incruentum altaris sacrificium, 10 August 1915: AAS 7 (1915), pp. no. 301. 347. 247. 3: AAS 59 (1967), p. 542. [107] Cf. [15] Since no Catholic would now deny the lawfulness and efficacy of a sacred rite celebrated in Latin, the Council was also able to grant that the use of the vernacular language may frequently be of great advantage to the people and gave the faculty for its use.1[16] The enthusiasm in response to this measure has been so great everywhere that it has led, under the leadership of the Bishops and the Apostolic See itself, to permission for all liturgical celebrations in which the people participate to be in the vernacular, for the sake of a better comprehension of the mystery being celebrated. The norm established by the Second Vatican Councilthat in the liturgical reform there should be no innovations unless required in order to bring a genuine and certain benefit to the Church, and taking care that any new forms adopted should in some way grow organically from forms already existing[161]must also be applied to efforts at the inculturation of the same Roman Rite. Mass should not be celebrated without a minister or at least one of the faithful, except for a just and reasonable cause. 169. 211. [63] Cf. It ends with Holy Saturday. nos. In the dioceses of the United States of America there are four options for the Entrance Chant: (1) the antiphon from The Roman Missal or the Psalm from the Roman Gradual as set to music there or in another musical setting; (2) the seasonal antiphon and Psalm of the Simple Gradual; (3) a song from another collection of psalms and antiphons, approved by the Conference of Bishops or the diocesan Bishop, including psalms arranged in responsorial or metrical forms; (4) a suitable liturgical song similarly approved by the Conference of Bishops or the diocesan Bishop.[55]. What is the Mass or Liturgy? 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]. 94. Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction Varietates legitimate, 25 January 1994, no. 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. Then, as appropriate, a few moments of silence may be observed. Such a situation may arise when the same text would have to be read again within a few days, as, for example, on a Sunday and on a following weekday, or when it is feared that a certain text might create some difficulties for a particular group of the Christian faithful. In more solemn celebrations, as the occasion suggests, a Bishop may impart a blessing to the people with the Book of the Gospels. The deacon also receives Communion by intinction and to the concelebrants words, Corpus et Sanguis Christi (The Body and Blood of Christ) makes the response, Amen. 9. At the end the minister makes the acclamation, Amen. 134. If it is sung, it is begun by the priest or, if this is appropriate, by a cantor or by the choir. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Then the priest, with hands joined, quietly says the preparatory prayer of Communion: Domine Iesu Christe, Fili Dei vivi (Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God) or Perceptio Corporis et Sanguinis (Lord Jesus Christ, with faith in your love and mercy). 39). 3: AAS 72 (1980), pp. trailer <<2B384F291E374653827C21A276D1F097>]>> startxref 0 %%EOF 403 0 obj <>stream Once the prayer after Communion has been said, the deacon makes brief announcements to the people, if indeed any need to be made, unless the priest prefers to do this himself. [55] Cf. After a suitable pause, with hands extended he says the collect. A totally new rubric is found at the end of Holy Thursday. Holy Communion has a fuller form as a sign when it is distributed under both kinds. 5 0 obj The priest then invites the people to pray, saying, with hands joined, Oremus (Let us pray). The deacon exercises his ministry at the altar whenever he needs to assist with the chalice and the Missal. 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. Amen. [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. endobj no. 60. These may be used in place of the text corresponding to the reading whenever the Psalm is sung. It is, however, appropriate that each person offer the sign of peace only to those who are nearest and in a sober manner. Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. 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. Nevertheless, in a particular celebration, such as Confirmation, Marriage, or a Funeral, the series of intentions may reflect more closely the particular occasion. 208. 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].