During this Year of Grace, we have been invited to revisit the constitutions of the Second Vatican Council, which began fifty years ago this year. The first of these constitutions was on the liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium. The constitution continued on naturally from the topic of participation to speak more specifically about liturgical ministry. It began … Continue reading 23/9/12 – Fifty Years Since Vatican II – Ministry
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We have recently spoken about the roles of altar server and acolyte. You may have noticed that while our senior servers and acolyte have typically worn albs, our junior servers are now also wearing albs, replacing the red cassock and white cotta they wore previously. Sometimes people may comment when lay ministers are wearing albs … Continue reading 6/5/12 – The Alb and Other Vestments
Last week, we looked at the liturgical ministries of altar server and acolyte. Altar service is a ministry that is open to all, whilst adult men can choose to serve as instituted acolytes. Acolytes have some exclusive responsibilities. On the other hand, other duties can be carried out by altar servers if acolytes are not … Continue reading 29/4/12 – Liturgical Responsibilities of the Acolyte
The recent celebrations of the Easter Triduum required a great amount of preparation. Without the dedicated service of parishioners, particularly in the various liturgical ministries, these celebrations would not have been the success that they were. Three years ago on Holy Thursday, our first altar servers were blessed and began their service to our parish. … Continue reading 22/4/12 – Acolytes and Servers
This morning, music ministers from our parish gathered together to learn more about some of the Mass settings that are available and recommended for use. This is an integral part of the formation we're providing in our parish as we implement the new English translation of the Roman Missal. Our parish has generally been using … Continue reading Parish Mass Settings Workshop
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