Today we begin once again to approach the most holy days of the entire liturgical year. We invite you all to participate in the celebrations of Holy Week and the Easter Triduum. Our Penitential Service is on Tuesday at 7:30 pm, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrated on Good Friday, from 9:30 to … Continue reading 24/3/13 – Holy Week
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It’s not a mistake. St Patrick’s Day, for this year at least, is on Monday 18 March. I hate to disappoint those who hope that Sunday Masses will focus on the patron saint of the Emerald Isle, but that’s the way it goes. The General Norms for the Liturgical Year and the Calendar, written after … Continue reading 17/3/13 – St Patrick’s Day is on Monday
Children’s Liturgy of the Word has been a part of life at Our Lady of Mount Carmel for about two decades now. What is the purpose of these specific celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word at Mass? The Liturgy of the Word for Children has, as its name suggests, a threefold purpose. It is … Continue reading 3/3/13 – What is the Purpose of Children’s Liturgy of the Word?
This week, we began the season of Lent. In our liturgical celebrations of the season, we mark this season of penitence and preparation for Easter in a number of ways. The Penitential Act in the Introductory Rites will include the praying of the Confiteor (I confess to almighty God…). Please remember that the text of … Continue reading 17/2/13 – Lent
The Liturgy Committee met on Wednesday evening. The committee began by finalising details regarding preparations for the season of Lent, which begins on Wednesday. Feedback was also given regarding the recently completed formation workshops for Ministers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word. We look forward to more parishioners taking part in this worthwhile ministry in … Continue reading 10/2/13 – Liturgy Committee Meeting Report
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