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The ______ is the opening component of the Catholic Mass.
The ______ is the opening component of the Catholic Mass.
Introductory Rites
The ______ of the Word includes readings from the Old and New Testaments.
The ______ of the Word includes readings from the Old and New Testaments.
Liturgy
Which of the following is not a part of the Catholic Mass?
Which of the following is not a part of the Catholic Mass?
The Sign of the Cross is part of the Introductory Rites.
The Sign of the Cross is part of the Introductory Rites.
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What do we sing to praise God during the Gospel Acclamation?
What do we sing to praise God during the Gospel Acclamation?
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The priest offers the Prayer Over the ______ during the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
The priest offers the Prayer Over the ______ during the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
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What is the highlight of the Liturgy of the Eucharist?
What is the highlight of the Liturgy of the Eucharist?
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What prayer do we say after receiving Communion?
What prayer do we say after receiving Communion?
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The Dismissal is the final part of the Mass.
The Dismissal is the final part of the Mass.
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The last part of the Mass is called the ______.
The last part of the Mass is called the ______.
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Study Notes
Parts of the Catholic Mass
- Mass consists of four main parts: Introductory Rites, The Liturgy of the Word, The Liturgy of the Eucharist, and Concluding Rites.
Introductory Rites
- Entrance Song: Welcomes the priest, who represents Jesus, with a hymn of praise.
- Sign of the Cross: Acknowledges faith in the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit).
- Penitential Acts: Remind the congregation of their sins, seeking God's mercy.
- The Gloria: A song of praise to God.
The Liturgy of the Word
- First Reading: Usually from the Old Testament, read by a lector.
- Psalm: Congregation responds to God's word through song.
- Second Reading: Taken from the New Testament, also read by a lector.
- Gospel Acclamation: Singing “Alleluia!” to celebrate the Good News.
- Gospel: Scripture reading from the Bible.
- Homily: Explanation by the priest or deacon of the Gospel reading.
- Profession of Faith: Affirmation of belief through either the Apostle’s or Nicene Creed.
- Prayer of the Faithful: Offering prayers for community and individual needs.
Liturgy of the Eucharist
- Preparation of the Altar and Gifts: Presentation of bread and wine.
- Prayer Over the Offerings: Priest's prayer requesting God's acceptance of the sacrifices.
- Eucharistic Prayer: A prayer of thanksgiving.
- Holy Holy Holy (Sanctus): Sung by the congregation in praise.
- Consecration: The bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ, the centerpiece of the celebration.
- Mystery of Faith: Sung declaration of faith following the Consecration.
- Lord’s Prayer: Recitation of the Our Father.
- Sign of Peace: Sharing peace with others through gestures.
- Lamb of God: Prayer for forgiveness, mercy, and peace.
- Communion: Reception of the Body and Blood of Christ.
- Prayer After Communion: A prayer for strength to emulate Jesus in daily life.
Concluding Rites
- Final Blessing: Receiving God's blessing before dismissing.
- Dismissal: Sending forth to live out faith and glorify God.
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