Guide for Celebrating Sunday MassParticipation at Sunday Mass is the most important action of the week for Catholics and it deserves careful preparation. This resource provides a basic overview of the parts of the Mass which will be helpful for liturgy and music staffs, members of liturgy committees, and environment teams. With simple and informative guidance, this book provides a foundational context for the celebration of the Sunday Mass, guides users through primary liturgical books and documents, highlights best practice, and reflects upon the catechetical and formational power of the liturgy. As part of the Preparing Parish Worship series, this book includes:? Theological reflections on the importance of Sunday Mass? Historical overview of the development of Sunday Mass? A walk-through the Order of Mass? Answers to frequently asked questions? Assistance with best liturgical practices? Inspirational and informative quotations from Scripture and Church documents |
Contents
The Theological and Historical Developments | 1 |
Preparing the Sunday Mass | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions | 68 |
APPENDIX | 85 |
GLOSSARY | 96 |
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