16/10/11 – “The people rise and reply”

Recently we have been looking at the postures and gestures that we engage in during Mass.  Each is intended to help us direct our minds and hearts more intently towards what we are celebrating. A few years ago now, a new edition of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal was introduced.  When it was … Continue reading 16/10/11 – “The people rise and reply”

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