You may have noticed last weekend that some of our common practices at Mass changed. Unlike last year, these changes are only temporary, and are not prompted by rewritten liturgical documents. Rather, they have been brought about by the current spread of H1N1 influenza (also known as swine flu). Given that there are reported cases … Continue reading 21/6/09 – Swine Flu Measures
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You may have read last weekend in Carmel that we are looking to refine some of our procedures at Mass for those who are taking communion to the sick. Communion of the Sick is one of a number of rituals that form the Church liturgical document Pastoral Care of the Sick. It also includes the … Continue reading 14/6/09 – Communion of the Sick
Taking into account the layout of each church, the choir should be placed in such a way: a) That its nature should be clearly apparent-namely, that it is a part of the whole congregation, and that it fulfills a special role; b) That it is easier for it to fulfil its liturgical function; c) That … Continue reading 7/6/09 – People of God, Rejoice and Sing!
Today we conclude the Easter Season with the feast of Pentecost. Our first reading depicts the beginnings of the early Christian community. One of the messages Pentecost has for us is that any human differences are irrelevant, because through the Holy Spirit, we are all part of the one Body of Christ. Such equality between … Continue reading 31/5/09 – A Space for All
The church building is the proper place for the celebration of the sacraments and rites of the Church. A number of those occur in our church on a regular basis and make demands on the use of the liturgical space. The sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation) is no different. Canon Law requires that a space be … Continue reading 24/5/09 – A Sign of Our Call to Reconcile
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