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PDF Holy Thursday Order of Mass - Saint+Elizabeth+Ann+Seton+Parish 13: AAS 81 (1989), p. 910. If he is carrying the Book of the Gospels, he approaches the altar and places the Book of the Gospels upon it. 43); The gestures of veneration toward the altar and the Book of the Gospels (cf. <> Before the alb is put on, should this not completely cover the ordinary clothing at the neck, an amice should be put on. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562 : Enchiridion Symbolorum, H. Denzinger and A. Schnmetzer, editors (editio XXXIII, Freiburg: Herder, 1965; hereafter, Denz-Schn), 1738-1759. 24. 148. Afterwards, the priest may return to the chair. As a rule, each acclamation is sung or said twice, though it may be repeated several times, by reason of the character of the various languages, as well as of the artistry of the music or of other circumstances. 3a, b: AAS 59 (1967), pp. <> In Lent the playing of the organ and musical instruments is allowed only to support the singing. The lector reads from the ambo the readings that precede the Gospel. Each diocese should have its own Calendar and Proper of Masses. After the commingling, the principal celebrant alone, with hands joined, privately says the prayer 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). 52: AAS 59 (1967), p. 568; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 55. nos. From the epiclesis until the priest shows the chalice, the deacon normally remains kneeling. Among the requisites for the celebration of Mass, the sacred vessels are held in special honor, especially the chalice and paten, in which the bread and wine are offered and consecrated, and from which they are consumed. good, and the good of all his holy Church. Codex Iuris Canonici, can. The previous Roman Missal(Sacramentary)seemed to indicate that the stripping of the altar followed immediately, whereas the current Roman Missal notes,"At an appropriate time" the altar is stripped (EM, no. 52. nos. 17: AAS 72 (1980), p. 338. Finally, concerning the other formulas: Some constitute an independent rite or act, such as the Gloria, the responsorial Psalm, the Alleluia and verse before the Gospel, the Sanctus, the Memorial Acclamation, and the cantus post communionem (song after communion); Others accompany another rite, such as the chants at the Entrance, at the Offertory, at the fraction (Agnus Dei), and at Communion. 30, 34; cf. 67. Then the lector goes to the ambo and, from the Lectionary already placed there before Mass, proclaims the first reading, to which all listen. 202. The responsorial Psalm should correspond to each reading and should, as a rule, be taken from the Lectionary. [97] Cf. 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. [45] Cf. It is not permitted to substitute other chants for those found in the Order of Mass, such as at the Agnus Dei. 838 3. In the choice of materials for church appointments there should be a concern for genuineness of materials and an intent to foster the instruction of the faithful and the dignity of the entire sacred place. 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. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. [96] Cf. 158), observing, however, the rite chosen in each particular instance for Communion from the chalice; and the other concelebrants should follow suit. In the Mass, only one Prayer over the Offerings is said, and it ends with the shorter conclusion: Per Christum Dominum nostrum (Through Christ our Lord). After the Lords Prayer is concluded, the priest alone, with hands extended, says the embolism Libera nos (Deliver us). 33. [40] For in the Mass the table both of Gods word and of Christs Body is prepared, from which the faithful may be instructed and refreshed. %PDF-1.4 % [62] Cf. 160, 283); The materials for the altar and sacred furnishings, especially the sacred vessels, and also the materials, form, and color of the liturgical vestments (cf. 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 ORDER OF MASS. 133. Sacred vessels are to be made from precious metal. The adaptations spoken of below that call for a wider degree of coordination are to be decided, in accord with the norm of law, by the Conference of Bishops. 93. In all that pertains to Communion under both kinds, the Norms for the Distribution and Reception of Holy Communion under Both Kinds in the Dioceses of the United States of America are to be followed (see nos. In a difficult period when the Catholic faith on the sacrificial nature of the Mass, the ministerial priesthood, and the real and permanent presence of Christ under the Eucharistic species were placed at risk, St. Pius V was especially concerned with preserving the more recent tradition, then unjustly being assailed, introducing only very slight changes into the sacred rite. 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. no. In the choosing of the parts actually to be sung, however, preference should be given to those that are of greater importance and especially to those to be sung by the priest or the deacon or the lector, with the people responding, or by the priest and people together. 35:3. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 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 very appropriate that the priest sing those parts of the Eucharistic Prayer for which musical notation is provided. [60], 57. Upon returning to the middle of the altar, the priest, facing the people and extending and then joining his hands, invites the people to pray, saying, Orate, fratres (Pray, brethren). 211. Sacred Congregation for Divine Worship, Directory for Masses with Children, 1 November 1973: AAS 66 (1974), pp. 7, 47; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. On Sundays, on the weekdays of the Advent, Christmas, Lenten, and Easter Seasons, on feasts, and on obligatory memorials: If Mass is celebrated with a congregation, the priest should follow the calendar of the church where he is celebrating; If Mass is celebrated with the participation of one minister only, the priest may choose either the calendar of the church or his own proper calendar. All churches should be dedicated or, at least, blessed. 38, 40; Paul VI, Apostolic Constitution Missale Romanum. 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. At the words Nobis quoque peccatoribus (Though we are sinners) all the concelebrants strike their breast. In the Prayer of the Faithful, the people respond in a certain way to the word of God which they have welcomed in faith and, exercising the office of their baptismal priesthood, offer prayers to God for the salvation of all. 93. 5. Facing the minister, he greets the minister choosing one of the formulas of greeting. 234. 299. 27-54). 253. 84. 288, 302. In coming to the altar, when no deacon is present, the lector, wearing approved attire, may carry the Book of the Gospels, which is to be slightly elevated. 102. The Communion of the deacon and the purification of the chalice take place as already described. A totally new rubric is found at the end of Holy Thursday. After the acclamation at the end of the embolism that follows the Lords Prayer, the priest says the prayer Domine Iesu Christe, qui dixisti (Lord Jesus Christ, you said). 3e, 6: AAS 59 (1967), pp. The Mass of the Lord's Supper is also the memorial of the institution of the priesthood, by which Christ's mission and sacrifice are perpetuated in the world. 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. If they are made from metal that rusts or from a metal less precious than gold, then ordinarily they should be gilded on the inside. The Mass "Ifthe celebration of the Passion of the Lord on the following Friday does not take place in the same church, the Mass is concluded in the usual way and the Blessed Sacrament is placed in the tabernacle" (EM, no. 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. 0000002152 00000 n 106. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 96. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. %PDF-1.4 % SOME GENERAL NORMS FOR ALL FORMS OF MASS, Veneration of the Altar and the Book of the Gospels. Then holding it in their right hand, with the left hand placed below, they return to their places. 37-40. 281. Directories or pastoral instructions that the Conferences of Bishops judge useful may, with the prior recognitio of the Apostolic See, be included in The Roman Missal at an appropriate place. 0000003416 00000 n Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 38: AAS 62 (1970), p. 660. Then the Act of Penitence takes place, and, if required by the rubrics, the Kyrie and Gloria are said. 30; Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on Ecumenism, Unitatis redintegratio, 21 November 1964, no. A minister, while standing at the side of the altar, incenses the priest and then the people. Then, at the words Lectio sancti Evangelii (A reading from the holy Gospel), he signs the book with his thumb and, afterwards, himself on his forehead, mouth, and breast. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, no. 99. 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. There is to be a homily on Sundays and holy days of obligation at all Masses that are celebrated with the participation of a congregation; it may not be omitted without a serious reason. 0000017060 00000 n 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. [7] Cf. Likewise, he should also gather any fragments that may have fallen outside the paten. 0000008127 00000 n 197. 172. 309. Then the psalmist or even a lector proclaims the verses of the Psalm and the people sing or say the response as usual. The diocesan Bishop may establish norms for Communion under both kinds for his own diocese, which are also to be observed in churches of religious and at celebrations with small groups. Jesus celebrated the dinner as a Passover feast. The priest breaks the Bread and puts a piece of the host into the chalice to signify the unity of the Body and Blood of the Lord in the work of salvation, namely, of the living and glorious Body of Jesus Christ. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, nos. Sacred buildings and requisites for divine worship should, moreover, be truly worthy and beautiful and be signs and symbols of heavenly realities. These ministers should not approach the altar before the priest has received Communion, and they are always to receive from the hands of the priest celebrant the vessel containing either species of the Most Holy Eucharist for distribution to the faithful. Upon reaching the altar, the lector makes a profound bow with the others. %%EOF He is preceded by a thurifer, carrying a thurible with smoking incense, and by servers with lighted candles. 304. If Communion is given under both kinds, the deacon himself administers the chalice to the communicants; and, when the distribution is completed, he immediately and reverently consumes at the altar all of the Blood of Christ that remains, assisted if necessary by other deacons and priests. As to the form of the sacred vessels, the artist may fashion them in a manner that is more in keeping with the customs of each region, provided each vessel is suited to the intended liturgical use and is clearly distinguishable from those intended for everyday use. In the Holy Thursday celebration, two ritual actions stand out among the rest: The Washing of the Feet. After the Sanctus, the priest concelebrants continue the Eucharistic Prayer in the way described below. [47] Cf. And all pray in silence with the Priest for a while. no. 24: AAS 59 (1967), p. 554; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. 0000013961 00000 n He then distributes Communion to the faithful (cf. 36. 325. [99] Cf. It is appropriate that this place be ordinarily a stationary ambo and not simply a movable lectern. ii43/ErOg[="J"LF#=hto`LcT[r7tqekUjA*/PB The priest then venerates the book with a kiss, saying quietly the Per evangelica dicta (May the words of the Gospel). 767 , [64] Cf. He then incenses the Blessed Sacrament while Tantum Ergo Sacramentum or another Eucharistic song is sung. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of an Organ, nos. It may be used when a Mass has no Preface of its own and on Sundays in Ordinary Time. 190. 238. [100] If Communion is given under both kinds, when no deacon is present, the acolyte administers the chalice to the communicants or holds the chalice if Communion is given by intinction. 39. The Ministry of the Instituted Acolyte and Lector, 98. Since the Eucharistic Celebration is the Paschal Banquet, it is desirable that in keeping with the Lords command, his Body and Blood should be received as spiritual food by the faithful who are properly disposed. 14 0 obj 0000006009 00000 n Acclamation: In which the whole congregation, joining with the heavenly powers, sings the Sanctus. 256. 131. However, insofar as possible, he stands back slightly, behind the concelebrating priests standing around the principal celebrant. 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. It is appropriate that in publishing the Missal, celebrations proper to an entire nation or territory be inserted at the correct place among the celebrations of the General Calendar, while those proper to a region or diocese be placed in a special appendix.