Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. This teaching, which is concisely expressed in the statement already contained in the ancient Sacramentary commonly known as the LeonineAs often as the commemoration of this sacrifice is celebrated, the work of our redemption is carried out[3]is aptly and accurately developed in the Eucharistic Prayers. 248. 174. 124. If incense is used, the priest then puts some in the thurible, blesses it without saying anything, and incenses the offerings, the cross, and the altar. In the choice of materials for church appointments there should be a concern for genuineness of materials and an intent to foster the instruction of the faithful and the dignity of the entire sacred place. 62-64). 9: AAS 66 (1974), pp. 307. endobj [73] Cf. If the Funeral Mass is directly joined to the burial rite, once the prayer after Communion has been said and omitting the concluding rite, the rite of final commendation or farewell takes place. The fraction or breaking of bread is begun after the sign of peace and is carried out with proper reverence, though it should not be unnecessarily prolonged, nor should it be accorded undue importance. 71. The priest gives the sign of peace to the minister, if appropriate. endobj [58] Cf. The cope is worn by the priest in processions and other sacred actions, in keeping with the rubrics proper to each rite. 136. Since it is a chant by which the faithful acclaim the Lord and implore his mercy, it is ordinarily done by all, that is, by the people and the choir or cantor having a part in it. <>/Metadata 3630 0 R/ViewerPreferences 3631 0 R>> During the Liturgy of the Word, the concelebrants remain at their places, sitting or standing whenever the principal celebrant does. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. It may be celebrated on any day except for solemnities that are holy days of obligation, Holy Thursday, the Easter Triduum, and the Sundays of Advent, Lent, and Easter, with due regard also for all the other requirements of the norm of the law.[146]. 31 (in Time of War or Conflict), no. 48; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. The Creed is sung or recited by the priest together with the people (cf. In this case, the greetings, the introductory or explanatory remarks, and the blessing at the end of Mass are omitted. no. 83. At the ambo, the priest opens the book and, with hands joined, says, Dominus vobiscum (The Lord be with you), and the people respond, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). To be held in high regard is that concelebration in which the priests of each diocese concelebrate with their own Bishop at a stational Mass, especially on the more solemn days of the liturgical year, at the Ordination Mass of a new Bishop of the diocese or of his Coadjutor or Auxiliary, at the Chrism Mass, at the Evening Mass of the Lords Supper, at celebrations of the Founder Saint of a local Church or the Patron of the diocese, on anniversaries of the Bishop, and, lastly, on the occasion of a Synod or a pastoral visitation. 7 0 obj This should take place under the direction of the rector of the church and after the consultation with the faithful about things that directly pertain to them. 350. Therefore, when the Second Vatican Council convened in order to accommodate the Church to the requirements of her proper apostolic office precisely in these times, it examined thoroughly, as had Trent, the instructive and pastoral character of the sacred Liturgy. 141. Pope Benedict XVI 1927-2022 tribute page and access to resources here. [75] Cf. [70] Cf. 382. [125] Cf. Among the parts assigned to the priest, the foremost is the Eucharistic Prayer, which is the high point of the entire celebration. 346. The adaptations to the Ordo Lectionum Missae as contained in the Lectionary for Mass for use in the dioceses of the United States of America should be carefully observed. James Patrick Moroney Executive Director, Secretariat for the Liturgy United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Language should be used that can be grasped by the faithful and that is suitable for public proclamation, while maintaining those characteristics that are proper to the different ways of speaking used in the biblical books. Likewise, he should also gather any fragments that may have fallen outside the paten. Por tu inmensa gloria te alabamos, te bendecimos, te adoramos, te glorificamos, te damos gracias, Seor . Should, however, a good reason arise, (e.g., a large number of concelebrants or a lack of vestments), concelebrants other than the principal celebrant may omit the chasuble and simply wear the stole over the alb. 181. 284. 61. [108], 289. After the acclamation at the end of the embolism that follows the Lords Prayer, the priest says the prayer Domine Iesu Christe, qui dixisti (Lord Jesus Christ, you said). Eucharistic Prayer II, on account of its particular features, is more appropriately used on weekdays or in special circumstances. no. They answer, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). If Communion from the chalice is carried out by intinction, each communicant, holding a communion-plate under the chin, approaches the priest who holds a vessel with the sacred particles, a minister standing at his side and holding the chalice. 0 Greeting of the Altar and of the People Gathered Together. 2023 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Second Reading (on Sundays and solemnities), Profession of Faith (on Sundays, solemnities, and special occasions), Presentation of the Gifts and Preparation of the Altar, First half of prayer, including Consecration, Second half of prayer, ending with Doxology. For in these prayers the priest, while he performs the commemoration, turns towards God, even in the name of the whole people, renders him thanks and offers the living and holy Sacrifice, namely, the Churchs offering and the Victim by whose immolation God willed to be appeased;[4] and he prays that the Body and Blood of Christ may be a sacrifice acceptable to the Father and salvific for the whole world.[5]. In a similar fashion, traditions dating back to the first centuries, before the formation of the rites of East and West, are better known today because of the discovery of so many liturgical documents. On the weekdays of Advent from December 17 to December 24, on days within the Octave of Christmas, and on the weekdays of Lent, except Ash Wednesday and during Holy Week, the Mass for the current liturgical day is to be used; but the collect may be taken from a memorial which happens to be listed in the General Calendar for that day, except on Ash Wednesday and during Holy Week. Another way of dividing a Mass is into its "ordinary" partsthose texts which, with some variations, are part of the Mass on a daily basisand its "proper" partsthe texts of prayers and selection of Scripture readings proper to the specific feast, feria or other occasion being observed. 341. The action of the fraction or breaking of bread, which gave its name to the Eucharist in apostolic times, will bring out more clearly the force and importance of the sign of unity of all in the one bread, and of the sign of charity by the fact that the one bread is distributed among the brothers and sisters. 383. It may be appropriate to observe such periods of silence, for example, before the Liturgy of the Word itself begins, after the first and second reading, and lastly at the conclusion of the homily. Caeremoniale Episcoporum, editio typica, 1984, nos. 0000005734 00000 n Indeed, since the use of the vernacular in the sacred Liturgy may certainly be considered an important means for presenting more clearly the catechesis regarding the mystery that is inherent in the celebration itself, the Second Vatican Council also ordered that certain prescriptions of the Council of Trent that had not been followed everywhere be brought to fruition, such as the homily to be given on Sundays and holy days[17] and the faculty to interject certain explanations during the sacred rites themselves. These are to be put in a suitable place but away from the Eucharistic table. For in this form the sign of the Eucharistic banquet is more clearly evident and clear expression is given to the divine will by which the new and eternal Covenant is ratified in the Blood of the Lord, as also the relationship between the Eucharistic banquet and the eschatological banquet in the Fathers Kingdom. Moreover, continuing progress in the study of the holy Fathers has also shed light upon the theology of the mystery of the Eucharist through the teachings of such illustrious Fathers of Christian antiquity as St. Irenaeus, St. Ambrose, St. Cyril of Jerusalem, and St. John Chrysostom. [36] Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, Instruction, Varietates legitimate, 25 January 1994: AAS 87 (1995), pp. 300. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. After them the deacon receives the Body and Blood of the Lord from the principal celebrant. 192. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 109. Codex Iuris Canonici, can. no. A proper arrangement of a church and its surroundings that appropriately meets contemporary needs requires attention not only to the elements related more directly to the celebration of the sacred actions but also to those things conducive to the appropriate comfort of the faithful that are normally forthcoming in places where people regularly gather. 366. The paten is usually wiped clean with the purificator. 217. 33 (in Time of Famine), or no. They genuflect, partake of the Blood of Christ, wipe the rim of the chalice, and return to their seats. 7). 32. The vestment proper to the deacon is the dalmatic, worn over the alb and stole. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of an Organ, nos. 280). The meaning of this office is enunciated and explained clearly and at greater length in the Preface for the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, the day commemorating the institution of the priesthood. 8: AAS 89 (1997), p. 871. He may also carry out the preparation of the chalice at the credence table. 9 0 obj The priest may incense the gifts placed upon the altar and then incense the cross and the altar itself, so as to signify the Churchs offering and prayer rising like incense in the sight of God. 116. [16] Cf. Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Mar 3, 2023 / 15:40 pm (CNA). The people, however, stand and give expression to their prayer either by an invocation said together after each intention or by praying in silence. In particular, it is his responsibility to prepare the altar and the sacred vessels and, if it is necessary, as an extraordinary minister, to distribute the Eucharist to the faithful.[84]. For the consecration of hosts, a large paten may appropriately be used; on it is placed the bread for the priest and the deacon as well as for the other ministers and for the faithful. 95. 0000002424 00000 n Col 3:16). For the same reason the Christian people is drawn on Holy Thursday of the Lords Supper, and on the solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, to venerate this wonderful Sacrament by a special form of adoration. First, the altar, the Lords table, which is the center of the whole Liturgy of the Eucharist,[70] is prepared by placing on it the corporal, purificator, Missal, and chalice (unless the chalice is prepared at the credence table). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. 133. He returns to the middle of the altar, takes the chalice with both hands, raises it a little, and says quietly, Benedictus es, Domine (Blessed are you, Lord). It is explicitly stated that the Prayer after Communion is said by the priest "standing at the chair" (EM, no. 260. Tertullian, Adversus Marcionem, IV, 9: Corpus Christianorum, Series latina, Turnhout, Belgium, 1953- (hereafter, CCSL), 1, p. 560. The intercessions Ipse nos (May he make us an everlasting gift), Haec hostia nostrae reconciliationis (Lord, may this sacrifice), and Fratres nostros (Welcome into your kingdom) are appropriately assigned to one or other of the concelebrants, who speaks them aloud alone, with hands extended. It is not merely a meal which reminds us of the Last Supper, or a Passion play which helps recall Good Friday, or a Sunrise Service which celebrates the Lord's Resurrection. endobj 14. Its use is preferred on Sundays and feast days. Codex Iuris Canonici, can. The purification of the chalice is done with water alone or with wine and water, which is then drunk by whoever does the purification. Eucharistic Prayer IV has an invariable Preface and gives a fuller summary of salvation history. The concelebrants approach the altar one after another, genuflect, and take a particle, dip it partly into the chalice, and, holding a purificator under their chin, consume the intincted particle. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Amen. John Paul II, Apostolic Letter Dies Domini, 31 May 1998 , no. no. They are then accepted at an appropriate place by the priest or the deacon and carried to the altar. Diligent care should be taken to ensure that the bread and wine intended for the Eucharist are kept in a perfect state of conservation: that is, that the wine does not turn to vinegar nor the bread spoil or become too hard to be broken easily. Then, at the words Lectio sancti Evangelii (A reading from the holy Gospel), he signs the book with his thumb and, afterwards, himself on his forehead, mouth, and breast. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The priest kisses the book, saying quietly, Per evangelica dicta (May the words of the Gospel). 0000008613 00000 n Then the minister or the priest says the Entrance Antiphon. 170. The Mass during Councils, meetings of Bishops, and synods; The conventual Mass and the principal Mass in churches and oratories; Masses at any kind of meeting of priests, either secular or religious.[101]. Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 806-811; for Masses with children, cf. [119] Cf. [54] Its purpose, however, depends on the time it occurs in each part of the celebration. According to traditional practice, the altar and the Book of the Gospels are venerated by means of a kiss. Then the priest bows profoundly and says the Munda cor meum (Almighty God, cleanse my heart) and, afterwards, reads the Gospel. 344. Eph 2:20). The priest then venerates the book with a kiss, saying quietly the Per evangelica dicta (May the words of the Gospel). The use of such readings is not to be insisted upon, unless a pastoral reason suggests it. 128. All Masses without an assembly are forbidden. 91: AAS 56 (1964), p. 898. The new Missal, therefore, while bearing witness to the Roman Churchs rule of prayer (lex orandi), also safeguards the deposit of faith handed down by the more recent Councils and marks in its own right a step of great importance in liturgical tradition. At its conclusion, he joins his hands and, together with everyone present, sings or says aloud the Sanctus (cf. 108. [76] Cf. %PDF-1.4 % Along with the faithful, he then makes an act of humility using the prescribed words taken from the Gospels. [55] Cf. Unless otherwise indicated, only the principal celebrant makes the gestures. Holy Thursday EVENING MASS OF THE LORD'S SUPPER LINKS ENTRANCE ANTIPHON COLLECT READING I: Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14 RESPONSORIAL PSALM READING II: 1 Cor 11:23-26 VERSE BEFORE THE GOSPEL GOSPEL Jn 13:1-15 THE WASHING OF FEET THE LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST PRAYER OVER THE OFFERINGS COMMUNION ANTIPHON PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION 1. General Norms for the Liturgical Year and the Calendar, nos. 229. [165] Cf. 548-549. "The altar may be decorated with flowers with a moderation that accords withthe character of this day" (EM, no. 398. Including Adaptations for the Dioceses of the United States of America, Adaptations for the Dioceses of the United States of America, Decree of ConfirmationDecree of Publication, A Witness to Unchanged Faith (2 - 5) A Witness to Unbroken Tradition (6 - 9) Accommodation to New Conditions (10 - 15), Chapter I - THE IMPORTANCE AND DIGNITY OF THE EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION (16 - 26), Chapter II - THE STRUCTURE OF THE MASS, ITS ELEMENTS AND ITS PARTS, I - The General Structure of the Mass (27 - 28) II - The Different Elements of the Mass (29 - 45), - Reading and Explaining the Word of God - The Prayers and Other Parts Pertaining to the Priest - The Other Formulas in the Celebration - The Vocal Expression of the Different Texts - The importance of Singing - Movements and Posture - Silence, III - The Individual Parts of the Mass (46 - 90), - The Entrance - Greeting of the Altar and of the People Gathered Together - Act of Penitence - The Kyrie eleison - The Gloria - The Collect, - Silence - The Biblical Readings - The Responsorial Psalm - The Acclamation Before the Gospel - The Homily - The Profession of Faith - The Prayer of Faithful, C) The Liturgy of the Eucharist (72 - 89), - The Preparation of the Gifts - The Prayer Over the Offerings - The Eucharistic Prayer - The Communion Rite - The Lord's Prayer - The Rite of Peace - The Fraction - Communion, Chapter III - THE DUTIES AND MINISTRIES IN THE MASS, I - The Duties of Those in Holy Orders (92 - 94), II - The Duties of the People of God (95 - 97), - The Ministry of the Instituted Acolyte and Lector - Other Ministries, IV The Distribution of Duties and the Preparation of the Celebration (108-111), Chapter IV - THE DIFFERENT FORMS OF CELEBRATING MASS, - The Introductory Rites - The Liturgy of the Word - The Liturgy of the Eucharist - The Concluding Rites, - The Introductory Rites - The Liturgy of the Eucharist, - The Introductory Rites - The Liturgy of the Word, - The Introductory Rites - The Liturgy of the Word - The Liturgy of the Eucharist - The Manner of Speaking the Eucharistic prayer, Eucharistic Prayer I or Roman Canon Eucharistic Prayer II Eucharistic Prayer III Eucharistic Prayer IV, - The Communion Rite - The Concluding Rites, III - Mass at Which Only One Minister Participates (252 - 272), IV - Some General Norms for All Forms of Mass (273 - 287), - Veneration of the Altar and the Book of the Gospels - Genuflections and Bows - Incensation - The Purification - Communion under Both Kinds, Chapter V- THE ARRANGEMENT AND FURNISHING OF CHURCHES FOR THE CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST, II Arrangement of the Sanctuary for the Sacred Synaxis (Eucharistic Assembly) (295 310), - The Altar and Its Appointments - The Ambo - The Chair for the Priest Celebrant and Other Seats, III The Arrangement of the Church (311 318), -The Places of Faithful - The Place for the Choir and the Musical Instruments - The Place for the Reservation of the Most Holy Eucharist - Sacred Images, Chapter VI -THE REQUISITES FOR THE CELEBRATION OF THE MASS, I - The Bread and Wine for Celebrating the Eucharist (319 - 324), II - Sacred Furnishings in General (325 - 326) III - Sacred Vessels (327 - 334), V - Other Things Intended for Church Use (348 - 351), Chapter VII - The Choice of the Mass and Its Parts, - The Readings - The Orations - The Eucharistic prayer - The Chants, Chapter VIII- MASSES FOR VARIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES AND MASSES FOR THE DEAD, I - Masses and Prayers for Various Circumstances (368 - 378) II - Masses for the Dead (379-385), Chapter IX- ADAPTATIONS WITHIN THE COMPETENCE OF BISHOPS AND BISHOPS CONFERENCES (386-399), Msgr. Nevertheless, it must be held at different times or in distinct sacred places.[102]. The singing is continued for as long as the Sacrament is being administered to the faithful. [12] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session 22, Doctrina de ss. As an expression of veneration, moreover, the priest and deacon then kiss the altar itself; as the occasion suggests, the priest also incenses the cross and the altar. endobj If there are several persons present who are able to exercise the same ministry, nothing forbids their distributing among themselves and performing different parts of the same ministry or duty. 100. The Blood of the Lord may be received either by drinking from the chalice directly, or by intinction, or by means of a tube or a spoon. The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of Articles for Liturgical Use, no. 391. THE DISTRIBUTION OF DUTIES AND THE PREPARATION OF THE CELEBRATION. [116] The altar is usually fixed and is dedicated. [30] Cf. The Manner of Speaking the Eucharistic Prayer. nos. [111] Cf. Then the "Deacon or the Priest himself places theSacrament in the tabernacle and closes the door" (EM, no. Exceptions are Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent), solemnities, and feasts. The rubric following the washing of the feet is more descriptive than the presently existing one: "After the Washing of Feet, the Priest washes and dries his hands, puts the chasuble back on, and returns to the chair, and from there he directs the Universal Prayer. 243. 2. 7. [14] Ecumenical Council of Trent, Session 22, Doctrina de ss. O_h\zx\#MRg#Ox>^lO3 2V_o# 78. [57] Cf. 44. [115] Cf. [138] Cf. [40] For in the Mass the table both of Gods word and of Christs Body is prepared, from which the faithful may be instructed and refreshed. In a new rubric it is noted,"At an appropriate momentduring Communion, the Priestentrusts the Eucharist from the table of the altar to Deacons or acolytes or other extraordinary ministers, so that afterwards it may be brought to the sick who are to receive Holy Communion at home" (EM, no. Language should be used that is accommodated to the faithful of the region, but is noble and marked by literary quality, and there will always remain the need for some catechesis on the biblical and Christian meaning of certain words and expressions. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. And so, The Roman Missal, even if in different languages and with some variety of customs,[164] must be preserved in the future as an instrument and an outstanding sign of the integrity and unity of the Roman Rite.[165]. 117), are to be appropriately placed either on or around the altar in a way suited to the design of the altar and the sanctuary so that the whole may be well balanced and not interfere with the faithfuls clear view of what takes place at the altar or what is placed on it. [42], The Prayers and Other Parts Pertaining to the Priest, 30. In certain celebrations that are combined with Mass according to the norms of the liturgical books, the Introductory Rites are omitted or performed in a particular way. [59] By their silence and singing the people make Gods word their own, and they also affirm their adherence to it by means of the Profession of Faith. 160, 283); The materials for the altar and sacred furnishings, especially the sacred vessels, and also the materials, form, and color of the liturgical vestments (cf. 0000011935 00000 n 26. [44] Cf. Once the prayer after Communion has been said, the deacon makes brief announcements to the people, if indeed any need to be made, unless the priest prefers to do this himself. The Church offers the Eucharistic Sacrifice of Christs Passover for the dead so that, since all the members of Christs body are in communion with each other, the petition for spiritual help on behalf of some may bring comforting hope to others. [7] Cf. nos. The deacon exercises his ministry at the altar whenever he needs to assist with the chalice and the Missal. 30-46; for the manner of joining the Hours of the Office with the Mass, cf. Harmonious planning and carrying out of the rites will be of great assistance in disposing the faithful to participate in the Eucharist. 65. It is particularly appropriate that he should place the Book of the Gospels on the altar, after which, together with the priest, he venerates the altar with a kiss. The principal celebrant normally consumes the Blood of the Lord standing at the middle of the altar. <> 230 3. The Roman Rite constitutes a notable and precious part of the liturgical treasure and patrimony of the Catholic Church. Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory Bishop of Belleville President United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Reverend Monsignor William P. Fay General Secretary. Now the center and summit of the entire celebration begins: namely, the Eucharistic Prayer, that is, the prayer of thanksgiving and sanctification. 4 0 obj To the same end, he should also be vigilant that the dignity of these celebrations be enhanced. From the Haec ergo dona (Let your Spirit come upon) to the Et supplices (May all of us who share) inclusive, all the concelebrants speak all the following together: The Haec ergo dona (Let your Spirit come upon) with hands extended toward the offerings; The Qui cum passioni (Before he was given up to death) and the Simili modo (When supper was ended) with hands joined; The Memores igitur (In memory of his death) and the Et supplices (May all of us who share) with hands extended. At a Mass celebrated by a priest with only one minister to assist him and to make the responses, the rite of Mass with a congregation is followed (cf. The diocesan Bishop, moreover, should use the counsel and help of this commission whenever it comes to laying down norms on this matter, approving plans for new buildings, and making decisions on the more important issues.[113]. IV. Following the example of Christ, the Church has always used bread and wine with water to celebrate the Lords Supper. The option chosen may change from year to . Immediately after the blessing, with hands joined, the priest adds, Ite, missa est (The Mass is ended, go in peace), and all answer, Deo gratias (Thanks be to God). 32. Introductory Rites. At the end the people make the acclamation, Amen. 61. 2104 36 The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for a Blessing on the Occasion of the Installation of a New Ambo, nos. For this reason, care should be taken that their number not be increased indiscriminately, and that they be arranged in proper order so as not to distract the faithfuls attention from the celebration itself. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. Then, facing the people and extending his hands, the priest greets the people, using one of the formulas indicated. It is very appropriate that the priest sing those parts of the Eucharistic Prayer for which musical notation is provided. With hands extended, he then says this prayer together with the people. Missae sacrificio, 17 September 1562, chapter 8: Denz-Schn, 1749. stream The Alleluia is sung in every season other than Lent. Thus, they are to shun any appearance of individualism or division, keeping before their eyes that they have only one Father in heaven and accordingly are all brothers and sisters to each other. A duly instituted acolyte, as an extraordinary minister, may, if necessary, assist the priest in giving Communion to the people. Then he places the paten with the bread on the corporal. It begins with the Introductory Rites and ends with the Concluding Rites. 34. To fulfill this function correctly, it is necessary that the psalmist have the ability for singing and a facility in correct pronunciation and diction. 48). For example, one deacon may be assigned to take the sung parts, another to serve at the altar; if there are several readings, it is well to distribute them among a number of lectors. 41. [74] Cf. It is appropriate that this place be ordinarily a stationary ambo and not simply a movable lectern. no. The priest breaks the Eucharistic Bread, assisted, if the case calls for it, by the deacon or a concelebrant. 26. If, however, Communion is given under both kinds, the rite prescribed in nos. [87] What is said about the choir also applies, in accordance with the relevant norms, to other musicians, especially the organist. 3). This is particularly true in the communal Sunday celebration.[93]. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. For Communion under both kinds the following should be prepared: If Communion from the chalice is carried out by communicants drinking directly from the chalice, a chalice of a sufficiently large size or several chalices are prepared. In Masses with special groups, the priest is allowed to choose texts more suited to the particular celebration, provided they are taken from the texts of an approved lectionary.