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?
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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
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?
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?
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