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Mass Structure and Meaning: Liturgy of the Eucharist

Mass Structure and Meaning: Liturgy of the Eucharist

The Liturgy of the Eucharist begins with the preparation of the gifts and the altar. As the ministers prepare the altar, representatives of the people bring forward the bread and wine that will become the Body and Blood of Christ. The celebrant blesses and praises God for these gifts and places them on the altar.…

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Mass Structure and Meaning: Liturgy of the Word

Mass Structure and Meaning: Liturgy of the Word

Most of the Liturgy of the Word is made up of readings from Scripture. On Sundays and solemnities, there are three Scripture readings. During most of the year, the first reading is from the Old Testament and the second reading is from one of the New Testament letters. During the Easter season, the first reading…

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Respect Life

Respect Life

"9 Days for Life". Join thousands of Catholics nationwide in the annual Respect Life novena “9 Days for Life”, Thursday, January 16 – Friday, January 24. Get daily intentions, brief reflections, and more by email or text message. Sign up at 9daysforlife.com Join our local Knights of Columbus Ministry for a Prolife Procession, Sunday, Jan. 19, at…

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Mass Structure and Meaning: Introductory Rites

Mass Structure and Meaning: Introductory Rites

This week, we are beginning a new series designed to take a deeper look at the parts of the Mass – their structure and meaning. Our first area of focus is the Introductory Rites. Introductory Rites: The Mass begins with the entrance song. The celebrant and other ministers enter in procession and reverence the altar…

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