Liturgy Corner

3/2/13 – When is Children’s Liturgy of the Word Celebrated?

Since Children’s Liturgy of the Word was first proposed in the Directory for Masses with Children, many parishes have decided to adopt the practice.  Some parishes will not choose to celebrate Children’s Liturgy of the Word at all, but others may do so on special occasions, and others (such as ours) will celebrate it at … Continue reading 3/2/13 – When is Children’s Liturgy of the Word Celebrated?

27/1/13 – Where Did Children’s Liturgy of the Word Come From?

Last year marked the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Vatican Council, a time of significant change in the Church.  Among other things, it started to put into effect a number of liturgical reforms that had been developing for some time. Part of this reform, which has continued in the years since the council, was the … Continue reading 27/1/13 – Where Did Children’s Liturgy of the Word Come From?

20/1/12 – Children’s Liturgy of the Word Ministry Formation Workshops

Our parish’s liturgical celebrations depend on the generous service of our liturgical ministers.  One of our responsibilities as a parish is to ensure that we provide our ministers with support and resources as they engage in their ministry. In February, we will be supporting our Ministers of Children’s Liturgy of the Word.  Formation workshops will … Continue reading 20/1/12 – Children’s Liturgy of the Word Ministry Formation Workshops

9/12/12 – Liturgy Committee Report

The Liturgy Committee met for the final time in 2012 last month. Final arrangements were made for the celebration of the seasons of Advent and Christmas.  All parishioners are invited to join Fr Paul for Advent Prayer and Reflection on the next two Wednesday evenings.  Christmas Mass times remain the same as in previous years, … Continue reading 9/12/12 – Liturgy Committee Report

18/11/12 – Church Renewal Committee Report and Name Tags

Church Renewal Committee Report The Church Renewal Committee met this week with architect Jesse Mowbray.  Jesse outlined to the committee the terms of the Client and Architect Agreement and responded to questions.  The committee passed the motion that Fr Paul sign the agreement, which formally commissioned Jesse to develop three possible design concepts for the … Continue reading 18/11/12 – Church Renewal Committee Report and Name Tags