Parish Mass Settings Workshop

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

17/7/11 – What Happens at Mass, Part XIII: The Eucharistic Prayer

The introduction of the new translation of the Roman Missal is not just a chance to learn new words, but will hopefully be an opportunity to come to a deeper understanding of the Mass. The Eucharistic Prayer begins with a Preface specific to the season or feast (as we discussed last week), then continues with … Continue reading 17/7/11 – What Happens at Mass, Part XIII: The Eucharistic Prayer

10/7/11 – What Happens At Mass, Part XII: The Preface

The introduction of the new translation of the Roman Missal is not just a chance to learn new words, but will hopefully be an opportunity to come to a deeper understanding of the Mass. After the Prayer Over the Offerings, we enter into the Preface of the Eucharistic Prayer.  As I touched on last week, … Continue reading 10/7/11 – What Happens At Mass, Part XII: The Preface

3/7/11 – What Happens at Mass, Part XI: Entering Into the Eucharistic Prayer

The introduction of the new translation of the Roman Missal is not just a chance to learn new words, but will hopefully be an opportunity to come to a deeper understanding of the Mass. After the Profession of Faith, we pray for our needs and the needs of the world through the Prayer of the … Continue reading 3/7/11 – What Happens at Mass, Part XI: Entering Into the Eucharistic Prayer

5/6/11 – The New Translation: One Week to Go

Next Sunday we will begin to use the new English translation of the Order of Mass. If you read this column regularly you would know that we have been discussing the parts of the Mass, their purpose, and the features of the new translation for some time now.  We have also been spending a few … Continue reading 5/6/11 – The New Translation: One Week to Go