Deacons upon whom hands are imposed not for the Priesthood but for the ministry, . [59] [65] Cf., e.g., Rituale Romanum, ex decreto sacrosancti Oecumenici Concilii Vaticani II renovatum, auctoritate Pauli Pp. Pope Pius XII, Encyclical Letter Mediator Dei: AAS 39 (1947) p. 586-587. St Thomas wrote, the vice of falsehood is perpetrated by anyone who offers worship to God on behalf of the Church in a manner contrary to that which is established by the Church with divine authority, and to which the Church is accustomed. In order that the beautiful tradition of the Church may be preserved, it is praiseworthy to refrain from exercising the option of omitting the dalmatic. The activity of a pastoral assistant should be directed to facilitating the ministry of Priests and Deacons, to ensuring that vocations to the Priesthood and Diaconate are awakened and that lay members of Christs faithful in each community are carefully trained for the various liturgical functions, in keeping with the variety of charisms and in accordance with the norm of law. For its part, this Congregation, on the strength of the faculties given to it by the Roman Pontiff, according to the nature of the case, will assist the Ordinary, granting him the necessarydispensations The office that belongs to Priests in particular in the celebration of the Eucharist is a great one, for it is their responsibility to preside at the Eucharist in persona Christi and to provide a witness to and a service of communion not only for the community directly taking part in the celebration, but also for the universal Church, which is always brought into play within the context of the Eucharist. Cf. 100-107. but are detrimental to the right of Christs faithful to a liturgical celebration that is an expression of the Churchs life in accordance with her tradition and discipline. Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, n. 25: AAS 95 (2003) p. 450. Priests, as capable, prudent and indispensable co-workers of the order of Bishops, [3] In order that such abuses be corrected as quickly as possible, Ordinaries should take care that in all churches and oratories subject to their jurisdiction there is present an adequate supply of liturgical vestments made in accordance with the norms. 101-102; Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, n. 317. S. Congregation of Rites, Instruction, Eucharisticum mysterium, n. 35: AAS 59 (1967) p. 561. Pope John Paul II, Apostolic Letter, Vicesimus quintus annus, n. 13, AAS 81 (1989). [56] [103.] Cf. [121] [101] Code of Canon Law,can. For in the Eucharist, there shines forth most brilliantly that mystery of charity that Jesus brought forth at the Last Supper by washing the feet of the disciples. Cf. It is therefore the hope of this Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments that also, by the diligent application of those things that are recalled in this Instruction, human weakness may come to pose less of an obstacle to the action of the Most Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist, and that with all distortion set aside and every reprobated practice removed, Funk, I, p. 282. The Bishop governs the particular Church entrusted to him, Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, n. 33: AAS 95 (2003) pp. And there are two types of Ministers of Holy Communion. [111] [118], [47.] The only exception to this age applies to Catholic high school seniors. A. . 927; Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Ep. ad totius Catholicae Ecclesiae Episcopos aliosque Ordinarios et Hierarchas quorum interest: de delictis gravioribus eidem Congregationi pro Doctrina Fidei reservatis: AAS 93 (2001) p. 786. 1367; Pontifical Council for the Interpretation of Legislative Texts, Responsio ad propositum dubium, 3 July 1999: AAS 91 (1999) p. 918; Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Ep. 924 1, 3; Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, n. 322. What is the proper name for this role? ibidem, nn. Pontificale Romanum, De Ordinatione Episcopi, presbyterorum et diaconorum, editio typica altera, cap. must act in such a way that with the help of God they may be recognized as the true disciples And because of this participation in the Priesthood and mission, Priests should recognize the Bishop as truly their father and obey him reverently and reiterated the same in 1988. Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session XIII, 11 October 1551, Decree on the Most Holy Eucharist, Chapter 7: DS 1646-1647; Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, n. 36: AAS 95 (2003) pp. [189] [10.] It is not permissible to link the celebration of Mass to political or secular events, nor to situations that are not fully consistent with the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. The Diocesan Bishop [176-180]5. [161] [205] In particular cases and for a just cause, the homily may even be given by a Bishop or a Priest who is present at the celebration but cannot concelebrate. Various Circumstances Relating to the Mass, [110.] and to consider carefully which changes or improvements should be made in their composition and activity and that anyone who is conscious of grave sin should not celebrate or receive the Body of the Lord without prior sacramental confession, except for grave reason when the possibility of confession is lacking; in this case he will remember that he is bound by the obligation of making an act of perfect contrition, which includes the intention to confess as soon as possible. III. In the songs, the melodies, the choice of prayers and readings, the giving of the homily, the preparation of the prayer of the faithful, the occasional explanatory remarks, and the decoration of the Church building according to the various seasons, there is ample possibility for introducing into each celebration a certain variety by which the riches of the liturgical tradition will also be more clearly evident, and so, in keeping with pastoral requirements, the celebration will be carefully imbued with those particular features that will foster the recollection of the participants. and cannot be regarded as a substitute for the Sacrament of Penance in remission of graver sins. [25] [110] 334-335. In fact, it will not be granted without serious reason. [14] by conforming our minds to these words, we raise our hearts to the Lord. 713-766, here pp. Pope Pius XII, Encyclical Letter, Mediator Dei: AAS 39 (1947) p. 553. [207] Let the diocesan Bishop give renewed consideration to the practice in recent years regarding this matter, and if circumstances call for it, let him correct it or define it more precisely. On account of the theological significance inherent in a particular rite and the Eucharistic Celebration, the liturgical books sometimes prescribe or permit the celebration of Holy Mass to be joined with another rite, especially one of those pertaining to the Sacraments. In this way the Christian people, a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy people, a people God has made his own, [99] Consilium for Implementing the Constitution on the Liturgy, Dubium: Notitiae 1 (1965) p. 254. but also in areas affected by a shortage of Priests and Deacons. Indeed, if the bond were to be broken which the Sacraments have with Christ himself who instituted them, and with the events of the Churchs founding, Cf. The communicant must not be permitted to intinct the host himself in the chalice, nor to receive the intincted host in the hand. and it is his task to regulate, to direct, to encourage, and sometimes also to reprove; for the devout participation of the faithful in the eucharistic procession on the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ is a grace from the Lord which yearly fills with joy those who take part in it. 844 4, from which no dispensation can be given, Caeremoniale Episcoporum ex decreto sacrosancti Oecumenici Concilii Vaticani II instauratum, auctoritate Ioannis Pauli Pp. [243] Cf. [147] Tuesday, September 5, 2023 - Diocesan Center, Harrisburg - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - Father Joshua Weaver. [151.] ibidem, n. II: AAS 21 (1929) p. 635. commissions whose members consist of Bishops who are clearly distinguished from their expert helpers. "Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion" is the formal title of laypeople who distribute the Eucharist during Mass. Cf. Congregation for Divine Worship, Directory for Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest, Christi Ecclesia, n. 18: Notitiae 24 (1988) p. 370. The Communion of Priests [97-99]4. In the homily to be given, care is to be taken so that the light of Christ may shine upon lifes events. It is highly recommended that at least in the cities and the larger towns the diocesan Bishop should designate a church building for perpetual adoration; in it, however, Holy Mass should be celebrated frequently, even daily if possible, while the Exposition should rigorously be interrupted while Mass is being celebrated. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, n. 6; cf. Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter Ecclesia de Eucharistia, n. 10: AAS 95 (2003), p. 439. Pope John Paul II, Apostolic Constitution, Pastor bonus, art. The community that gathers for the celebration of the Eucharist absolutely requires an ordained Priest, who presides over it so that it may truly be a eucharistic convocation. Cf. [141], [64.] THE PARTICIPATION OF THE LAY CHRISTIAN FAITHFULIN THE EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION, [36.] Cf. [291] [152.] Likewise, the Catholic people have the right that the Sacrifice of the Holy Mass should be celebrated for them in an integral manner, according to the entire doctrine of the Churchs Magisterium. [63] Pope John Paul II, Apostolic Constitution, Pastor bonus, art. [77.] 393-521, here pp. It is fitting, however, insofar as possible, that the report or complaint be submitted first to the diocesan Bishop. August 23, 2016. 711-713. PREGNANT AND AWAITING MOTHERS - 4TH JULY, 2023 STAY CONNECTED AND BE BLESSED #zionprayermovementoutreach #zpmom #zionprayermovementoutreachlive. [168] 387. [181] Active and Conscious Participation [36-42]2. Pope John Paul II, Apostolic Letter, Rosarium Virginis Mariae, 16 October 2002: AAS 95 (2003) pp. [121] It pertains to the diocesan Bishop, then, within the limits of his competence, to set forth liturgical norms in his Diocese, by which all are bound. 843 1; cf. [152] [152], [73.] While the Priest proclaims the Eucharistic Prayer there should be no other prayers or singing, and the organ or other musical instruments should be silent, Cf. Yes, you absolutely can serve as an extraordinary minister of holy Communion and no, you do not need to get your marriage annulled first. Pontificale Romanum, De Ordinatione Episcopi, presbyterorum et diaconorum, editio typica altera: De Ordinatione Presbyterorum, n. 124; cf. manifests its coherent and hierarchical ordering. Cf. Hence it is the Christian peoples right to have the Eucharist celebrated for them on Sunday, and whenever holydays of obligation or other major feasts occur, and even daily insofar as this is possible. [28] so that they might find new vigour. Lk 24: 31. Cf. and lector [187] [139.] [26.] Furthermore, those actions that are brought about which are contrary to the other matters treated elsewhere in this Instruction or in the norms established by law are not to be considered of little account, but are to be numbered among the other abuses to be carefully avoided and corrected. Great care should be taken so that the wine intended for the celebration of the Eucharist is well conserved and has not soured. Congregation for the Clergy et al., Instruction, Ecclesiae de mysterio, Practical Provisions, art. [192] Code of Canon Law, can. [180]. the Holy Communion to the parishioners in the Sanctuary who cannot move forward to receive Holy Communion. [173.] 449-450. Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, n. 29: AAS 95 (2003) p. 453; cf. Furthermore the sacred species are reserved after Mass principally so that the faithful who cannot be present at Mass, above all the sick and those advanced in age, may be united by sacramental Communion to Christ and his Sacrifice which is offered in the Mass. Let all Deacons, then, do their part so that the Sacred Liturgy will be celebrated according to the norms of the duly approved liturgical books. 236, 266, 281; Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, n. 22; cf. Missale Romanum, Praefatio I de Passione Domini, p. 528. especially in the Eucharist which he either himself offers or causes to be offered, [43] Let each one of the sacred ministers ask himself, even with severity, whether he has respected the rights of the lay members of Christs faithful, who confidently entrust themselves and their children to him, relying on him to fulfill for the faithful those sacred functions that the Church intends to carry out in celebrating the sacred Liturgy at Christs command. Cf. [11] Remembering always that in the mystery of the Eucharistic Sacrifice the work of redemption is constantly being carried out, Priests should celebrate frequently. [280] Furthermore, it is never licit for laypersons to assume the role or the vesture of a Priest or a Deacon or other clothing similar to such vesture. For the good of the community and of the whole Church of God, some of the lay faithful according to tradition have rightly and laudably exercised ministries in the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy. Originally intended for extraordinary circumstances, this has now become a common pastoral practice in the United States. 529-534, here pp. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, n. 27; cf. 453-454; cf. Cf. F.X. Both male and female extraordinary ministers should: Never to be used for containing the Blood of the Lord are flagons, bowls, or other vessels that are not fully in accord with the established norms. 259-260. And the lector should not also take on the role of server and/or extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. Ibidem, n. 52: AAS 95 (2003) p. 468. ibidem, n. 332; Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments,, Instruction, Inaestimabile donum, n. 16: AAS 72 (1980) p. 338. The Catechism of the Catholic Church puts it this way: The celebration of the Eucharist is to be carried out in a sacred place, unless in a particular case necessity requires otherwise. [45] Since he must safeguard the unity of the universal Church, the Bishop is bound to promote the discipline common to the entire Church and therefore to insist upon the observance of all ecclesiastical laws. It is praiseworthy, by reason of the sign value, to use a main chalice of larger dimensions, together with smaller chalices. The faithful should receive Communion kneeling or standing, as the Conference of Bishops will have determined, with its acts having received the recognitio of the Apostolic See. [78] Let them never fail, as the Apostle says, to hold the mystery of faith with a clear conscience, 2 3-4: AAS 89 (1997) p. 865. [81] The reprobated practice by which Priests, Deacons or the faithful here and there alter or vary at will the texts of the Sacred Liturgy that they are charged to pronounce, must cease. [51] Any Catholic, whether Priest or Deacon or lay member of Christs faithful, has the right to lodge a complaint regarding a liturgical abuse to the diocesan Bishop or the competent Ordinary equivalent to him in law, or to the Apostolic See on account of the primacy of the Roman Pontiff. The Eucharist is to be offered to the faithful, among other reasons, as an antidote, by which we are freed from daily faults and preserved from mortal sins, [106] It is to be noted that if the Priest or Deacon hands the sacred host or chalice to the concelebrants, he says nothing; that is to say, he does not pronounce the words The Body of Christ or The Blood of Christ. Cf. 938 2; Roman Ritual, Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside Mass, Introduction, n. 9; Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, nn. Cf. [137], [62.] [173] Cf. Cf. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, n. 3; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, n. 13; cf. It is the right of the community of Christs faithful that especially in the Sunday celebration there should customarily be true and suitable sacred music, and that there should always be an altar, vestments and sacred linens that are dignified, proper, and clean, in accordance with the norms. [285] [206] For the rest, the norms of the liturgical books are to be observed. 1. Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, n. 66; cf. Among the various abuses there are some which are objectively graviora delicta or otherwise constitute grave matters, as well as others which are nonetheless to be carefully avoided and corrected. Is 10: 33; 51, 22; Missale Romanum, In sollemnitate Domini nostri Iesu Christi, universorum Regis, Praefatio, p. 499. 1 Cor 10,17). [73] More recently, in some dioceses long since evangelized, members of Christs lay faithful have been appointed as pastoral assistants, and among them many have undoubtedly served the good of the Church by providing assistance to the Bishop, Priests and Deacons in the carrying out of their pastoral activity. [154] Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, nn. [63] and Redeemer of the whole world. [262] (See General Instruction of the Roman Missal, no. [92] Code of Canon Law, can. Missale Romanum, Institutio Generalis, n. 24. [264] Cf. The Place for the Celebration of Holy Mass. [77] [203] [283] [158] [250] Cf. [184.] [171] 3 5: AAS 89 (1997) p. 865. The ministry now has 50 overseas missions including 7 high commissions, 21 embassies, 4 permanent missions to the United Nations, and 17 consulates.Singapore has appointed 31 honorary consuls-general/consuls abroad and has 46 non-resident ambassadors and high commissioners based in Singapore.. Cf. [208] [38.] 649-719, here p. 693. . Ecumenical Council of Trent,, Sessio XIII, 11 October 1551, Decree on the Most Holy Eucharist, Chapter 5: DS 1643; Pius Pp. also Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, 4 December 1963 n. 48. [120.] [153] [155.] Cf. [132] 541-542; Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Letter to the Presidents of the Conferences of Bishops concerning the liturgical service of laypersons, 15 March 1994: Notitiae 30 (1994) pp. [41] [246], [146.] 366-378, here pp. VII, pp. [178.] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session XIII, 11 October 1551, Decree on the Most Holy Eucharist, Chapter 2: DS 1638; cf. In order to preserve the dignity of the Sacred Liturgy, in any event, the external offerings should be brought forward in an appropriate manner. Let us take care so that our own failure may not cause injury to the Church. 737-739; Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Ep. also nn. The abuse is reprobated whereby the sacred ministers celebrate Holy Mass or other rites without sacred vestments or with only a stole over the monastic cowl or the common habit of religious or ordinary clothes, contrary to the prescriptions of the liturgical books, even when there is only one minister participating. A Priest or Deacon, or an extraordinary minister who takes the Most Holy Eucharist when an ordained minister is absent or impeded in order to administer it as Communion for a sick person, should go insofar as possible directly from the place where the Sacrament is reserved to the sick persons home, leaving aside any profane business so that any danger of profanation may be avoided and the greatest reverence for the Body of Christ may be ensured. Cf. In order for Holy Communion under both kinds to be administered to the lay members of Christs faithful, due consideration should be given to the circumstances, as judged first of all by the diocesan Bishop. Graviora Delicta [172]2. 93, a. Pontifical Council for the Interpretation of Legislative Texts, Declaratio de recta interpretatione can. Thus it is not permitted for a layperson, even a religious, to proclaim the Gospel reading in the celebration of Holy Mass, nor in other cases in which the norms do not explicitly permit it. which he fulfills in order to build up his flock in truth and holiness. [26], [11.] [109] It is not licit for the faithful to take . The same is true wherever access to the chalice would be difficult to arrange, or where such a large amount of wine would be required that its certain provenance and quality could only be known with difficulty, or wherever there is not an adequate number of sacred ministers or extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion with proper formation, or where a notable part of the people continues to prefer not to approach the chalice for various reasons, so that the sign of unity would in some sense be negated. It pertains to the Pastors prudently and firmly to correct such an abuse. [145.] [19] [215]. [225], [133.] All of the norms and exhortations set forth in this Instruction are connected, albeit in various ways, with the mission of the Church, whose task it is to be vigilant concerning the correct and worthy celebration of so great a mystery. Code of Canon Law, canons 397 1; 678 1. 64, a. S. Congregation for the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction, Dominus Salvator noster, 26 March 1929, n. 1: AAS 21 (1929) pp. [100] The celebration of Holy Mass is not to be inserted in any way into the setting of a common meal, nor joined with this kind of banquet. They ought not to detract from the profound meaning of their own ministry by corrupting the liturgical celebration either through alteration or omission, or through arbitrary additions. Pontifical Council for the Interpretation of Legislative Texts, Response to dubium, 3 July 1999: AAS 91 (1999) p. 918. Except in the case of celebrations of the Mass that are scheduled by the ecclesiastical authorities to take place in the language of the people, Priests are always and everywhere permitted to celebrate Mass in Latin.
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