MUSICA LIETA DONO DIVINO

Advent 1: B

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INTROITUS

Ad te levavi animam meam: Deus meus in te confido, non erubescam: necque irrideant me inimici mei: etenim universi qui te exspectant, non confundentur. Ps. Vias tuas, Domine, demonstra mihi: et semitas tuas edoce me. [Graduale Romanum, p.15]

Unto you have I lifted up my soul. *O my God, I trust in you, let me not be put to shame; do not allow my enemies to laugh at me; for none of those who are awaiting you will be disappointed [Simple English Propers]

Choose one Antiphona ad introitum and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent [Graduale simplex, pp.53-63]

Choose one Antiphona ad introitum and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent [By Flowing Waters,pp.]

If there is no singing the following may be recited by a minister, the cantor, or the celebrant

To you, I lift up my soul, O my God. In you, I have trusted; let me not be put to shame. Nor let my enemies exult over me; and let none who hope in you be put to shame. Psalm 25:1-3 [Roman Missal]

LITURGY OF THE WORD

First Reading:
Is. 63: 16b-17; 64:1, 3-8
God is our Father. We are the work of His hands.

Chant Between the Readings
From Graduale Romanum, pp 16
Universi qui exspectant, con confundentur, Domine. V. Vias tuas, Domine, notas fac mihi: et semitas tuas edoce me. Ps. 24(25): 3 V. 4

From Graduale Simplex, pp. 54-55
R. Dominus Deus virtutem. Ps. 79(80)

From the Lectionary
R. Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved.

Second Reading:1 Cor. 1:3-9
Jesus gives us faith and strength to persevere. God calls us into the fellowship of Christ.

Gospel Acclamation
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 16
V. Ostende nobis Domine misericoridiam tuam: et salutare tuum da nobis. Ps. 84(85):8

From Graduale Simplex, pp 55-56
Alleluia V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti captivitatem Iacob. Alleluia V2 Ostende nobis, Domine, misericordiam tuam, et salutare tuum da nobis. Alleluia. Ps. 84(85)

Or Alleluia Psalm
R. Alleluia V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti captivitatem Iacob. R. Alleluia
6 more verses follow.

From the Lectionary
Show us your steadfast love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation. Ps. 84(85): 7

If the accalamation is not sung, it is omitted

Gospel Mark 13: 33-37
We do not know the hour that the Lord will come.

OFFERTORIO

Ad te Domine levavi animam meam: Deus meus, in te confido, non erubescam: necque irrideant me inimici mei: etenim universi qui te exspectant, non confundentur. [Graduale Romanum, p.17]

Unto you, O Lord, have I lifted up my soul; *O my God, I trust in you, let me not be put to shame; do not al-low my enemies to laugh at me; for none of those who are awaiting you will be disappointed. Ps Guide me in your truth, and teach me; for you are the god of my salvation. I have hoped in you all day long.[Simple English Propers]

Choose one Antiphona ad offertorium and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent [Graduale simplex, pp.53-63]

Choose one Antiphona ad offertorium and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent [By Flowing Waters, ppl ]

If there is no singing then the Antiphon is omitted. There is no english translation for the offertory antiphon.

COMMUNIONIO

Dominus dabit benignitatem: et terra nostra dabit fructum suum. Psalm 85:13 [Graduale Romanum, p.17]
Psalm 85:2,3,4,5,7,8,10,11,12 can also be sung between repetitions of this antiphon.

Choose one Antiphona ad communionem and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent [Graduale simplex, pp.53-63]

Choose one Antiphona ad communionem and Psalmus from either of the two Masses for Advent

[By Flowing Waters, pp.]

If there is no singing then the following may be recited by a minister, a cantor or the celebrant himself.
The Lord will bestow his bounty, and our earth shall yield its increase. Psalm 85:13 [Roman Missal]

MUSIC FOR THE LITURGY

ICEL Chant

Feast of the Immaculate Conception : December 8

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Introit
Graduale Romanum, pp. 928
Gaudens gaudebo in Domino et exsultabit anima mea in Deo meo: quia induit me vestimentis salutis, et indumento iustitiæ circumdedit me, quasi sponsam ornatam monilibus suis.
Ps. Exaltabo te, Domine, quoniam suscepisti me: nec delecasti inimicos meos super me. [Graduale Romanum, p.628]

English Translation of the Graduale Romanum,

I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, * and my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation; and with the robe of righteousness he has covered me, as a bridegroom decked with a crown, and as a bride adorned with her jewels. Ps. I will extol you, O lord, for you have rescued me: *and have not made my enemies to rejoice over me.

Graduale Simplex p. 323

Tota pulchra es Maria, et macula originalis non est in te.
Verses from The Canticle of Isaiah (Is 61) can also be sung between repetitions of this antiphon.

If there is no singing the following from the Roman Missal may be recited either by a minister, a Lector, or the Celebrant himself.
I rejoice heartily in the Lord, in my God is the joy of my soul; for he has clothed me with a robe of salvation, and wrapped me in a mantle of justice, like a bride adorned with her jewels. Isaiah 61:10

Readings from the Lectionary

First Reading: Genesis 3:9-15,20

I will put enmity between you and the woman.

Chant Between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm From the Lectionary

R. Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous deeds.

Second Reading: Ephesians 1:3-6,11-12

God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world.

Acclamation

From the Lectionary

Ant. Alleluia. Vs. Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women. Luke 1:28

Gospel: Luke 1:26-38

Mary, you have found favor with God.

Offertory Antiphon

Graduale Romanum, pp. 630

Ave Maria, gratia plena: Dominus tecum: benedicta tu in mulieribus, alleluia.

English Translation of the Graduale Romanum

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, al-le-lu-ia. Ps. And Mary said to the angel: how shall this be done, because I know not man?
Verses from Luke 1: 34-38 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Graduale Simplex, pp. 326

Sanctificavit tabernaculum suum Altissimus. [Graduale simplex, p.326]

If the Offertory antiphon is not sung, it is omitted.

Communion Antiphon

Graduale Romanum. pp. 631

Gloriosa dicta sunt de te, Maria: quia fecit tibi magna qui potens est. Psalm 87:3; Luke 1:49

Verses from The Magnificat [Luke 1:46-47,48 50,51,52,53,54,55] can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

English Translation Graduale Romanum,

orious things have been proclaimed concerning

you, O Ma-ry; for the Almighty has done marvelous

things on your behalf. Cant. M

y soul magnifies the Lord,

and my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.

verses from The Magnificant may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Graduale Simplex, pp.327

Gloriosa prædicentur de te, Virgo Maria

Verses from The Magnificat may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Post Communion/Marian Antiphon

Alma Redemptionis Mater

Recessional/ Alternate Hymns

I Sing of a Maid

Sundays In Advent Year B

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ADVENT 1
Introit
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 15
Ad te levavi animam meam: Deus meus in te confido, non erubescam: necque irrideant me inimici mei: etenim universi qui te exspectant, non confundentur. Ps. Vias tuas, Domine demonstra mihi: et semitas tuas edoce me. Ps. 24(25): 1-4

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)
Unto you have I lifted up my soul. *O my God, I trust in you, let me not be put to shame; do not allow my enemies to laugh at me; for none of those who are awaiting you will be dis-appoint-ed. Ps. 24(25):1-3
Verses from Psalm 24(25 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From Graduale Simplex, pp. 53-54
Ad te , domine, levavi animam meam, veni, et eripe me, Domine, ad te confugi.
Verses from Psalm 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

If there is no singing then the following may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector or the Celebrant himself
To you, I lift up my soul, O my God. In you, I have trusted; let me not be put to shame. Nor let my enemies exult over me; and let none who hope in you be put to shame. Ps. 24(25): 1-3

Readings From the Lectionary

First Reading:
Is. 63: 16b-17; 64:1, 3-8
God is our Father. We are the work of His hands.

Chant Between the Readings
From Graduale Romanum, pp 16
Universi qui exspectant, con confundentur, Domine. V. Vias tuas, Domine, notas fac mihi: et semitas tuas edoce me. Ps. 24(25): 3 V. 4

From Graduale Simplex, pp. 54-55
R. Dominus Deus virtutem. Ps. 79(80)

From the Lectionary
R. Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved.

Second Reading:
1 Cor. 1:3-9
Jesus gives us faith and strength to persevere. God calls us into the fellowship of Christ.

Gospel Acclamation
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 16
V. Ostende nobis Domine misericoridiam tuam: et salutare tuum da nobis. Ps. 84(85):8

From Graduale Simplex, pp 55-56
Alleluia V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti captivitatem Iacob. Alleluia V2 Ostende nobis, Domine, misericordiam tuam, et salutare tuum da nobis. Alleluia. Ps. 84(85)

Or Alleluia Psalm
R. Alleluia V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti captivitatem Iacob. R. Alleluia
6 more verses follow.

From the Lectionary
Show us your steadfast love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation. Ps. 84(85): 7

If the accalamation is not sung, it is omitted

Gospel
Mark 13: 33-37
We do not know the hour that the Lord will come.

Offertory
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 16-17
Ad te Domine levavi animam meam: Deus meus, in te confido, non erubescam: neque irrideant me inimici mei: etenim universi qui te exspectant, non confundentur. Ps. 24(25): 1-3

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)
Un-to you, O Lord, have I lifted up my soul; *O my God, I trust in you, let me not be put to shame; do not al-low my en-emies to laugh at me; for none of those who are awaiting you will be disappoin-ted. Ps. 24(25):1-3
Verses from Psalm 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From Graduale Simplex, pp 56- 57
Ant. Qui te exspectant, Donine, non confundentur.
Verses from Psalm 24(25) are sung between repetitions of the antiphon

If there is no singing then the offertory antiphon is omitted

Communion
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 17-18
Dominus dabit benignitatem: et terra nostra dabit fructum suum Ps. 84(85): 13
Verses from Ps. 84(85): 1-8,10-12 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)
The Lord will loving kindness, and our land will yield its bestow his fruit. Ps. 84(85): 13
Verses from Psalm 84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From Graduale Simplex, pp 57-8
Ant. Benignitatem fecit Dominus, et terra nostra dedit fructum suum.
Versesfrom Ps. 84(85) are sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

If there is no singing then the following from the Missal may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector, or the Celebrant himself
The Lord will bestow his bounty, and our earth shall yield its increase. Ps. 84(85): 13

Post Communion / Marian Hymn
Alma Redemptoris Mater
Ambrosian chant
Gregorian chant
William Byrd
Orlando di Lasso

Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (a 4)
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (2 parts)
Tomás Luis de Victoria

Recessional
O Come O Come Emmanuel (Gonoud)
Conditor Alme siderum
Of the Father's Heart Begotten
Veni redemptor gentium
O Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

ADVENT 2

Introit
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 18
Populus Sion, ecce Dominus veniet ad salvandas gentes: et auditam faciet Dominus gloriam vocis suae, in laetitia cordis vestri. Ps. Qui regis Israel, intende: qui deducis velut ovem Ioseph. (Cf. Is. 30: 19, 30: Ps. 79(80)

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)
Pe ople of Zi- on behold, * the Lord is coming to save all na-tions; and the Lord shall cause you to hear

his ma-jes-tic voice for the joy of your heart. Cf. Is 30: 19, 30

From Graduale Simplex pp. 53-63
An Entrance antiphon with its psalm may be chosen from either of the two Advent Mass Suites. Preferably Mass Suite I
Ant. Ad te, domine, levavi animam meam: veni, et eripe me, Domine, ad te confugi
Verses from Ps. 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or- Mass Suite II
Ant. Rorate caeli de super, et nubes pluant iustum: aperitur terra, et germinet Salvatorem.
Verses from Ps. 18.A may be sung between repetitions of the Antiphon.

If there is no singing then the following may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector or the Celebrant himself.
O People of Sion, behold the Lord will come to save the nations, and the Lord will make the glory of his voice heard in the joy of your heart Cf Is. 30: 19, 30

Readings From the Lectionary

First Reading:
Isaiah 40: 1-5, 9-11
Make ready the way for the Messiah.

Chant Between the Readings

From Graduale Romanum, pp. 18-19
Ex Sion, species decoris eius: Deus manifeste veniet. V.Congregate illi sanctos eius, qui ordinaverunt testamentum eius super sacrificia. Ps. 40: 2-3 V. 5

From Graduale Simplex, pp54-60
A responsorial Psalm from either of the two Advent Mass Suites may be chosen. Preferably Suite I
R. Domine Deus virtutem
-Or_\
R. In Domum Domini laetantes ibimus.

From the Lectionary
R. Show us your steadfast love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation. Ps. 84(85)

Second Reading:
2 Peter 3: 8-14
We await a new Heaven and a new earth.

Gospel Acclamation
From Graduale Romanum, pp.19-20
V. Laetatus sum in his quae dicta sunt mihi: in domum Domini ibimus. ps. 121(122):1

From Graduale Simplex, pp55-62
A Alleluia and its verses or an Alleluia Psalm may be chosen from either of the 2 Advent Mass Suites
V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti catptivitatem Iacob. Ps. 84(85)
-Or-
Alleluia Psalm:
V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertiste captivitatem Iacob. Ps. 84(85)
-Or-
V. Qui pascis Israel, intende, qui deducis velut ovem Ioseph. Ps. 79(80)
-Or-
Alleluia Psalm
V. Qui pascis Israel, intende, qui deducis velut ovem Ioseph. Ps. 79(80)

From the Lectionary
Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: all people shall see the salvation of God. Luke 3: 4, 6

If the acclamation is not sung, it is omitted

Gospel
Mark 1: 1-18
John The Baptist called for repentance and promised that the Messiah would baptise in the Holy Spirit.

Offertory
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 20.
Deus tu convertens vivificabis nos, et plebs tua laetabitur in te: ostende nobis, Domine,misericordiam tuam, et salutare tuum da nobis. Ps. 84(85): 7-8

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)

Y OU will turn toward us, O God, * and restore our life again, and your people will re-joice in you.
Show us, Lord, your mercy and grant us your salva- tion. Ps. 84(85): 7-8

From Graduale Simplex, pp.56-63
Choose one of the Offertory Antiphon and its Psalm from either of the two Advent Mass Suites
Ant. Qui te exspectant, Domine, non confundentur
Verses from Ps. 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or-
Ant. Ave Maria, gratia plena: Dominus tecum: benedicta tu in mulieribus, alleluia.
Verses from Psalm 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

If there is no singing then the offertory antiphon is omitted

Communion
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 2-21
Ierusalem surge, et sta in excelso: et vide iucunditatem, quae veniet tibi a Deo tuo. Baruch 5: 5; 4, 36
Verses from Psalm 147(148): 12-20 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)
A - rise, O Je-ru-sa-lem, and stand on high; and

be-hold the joy that shall come to you from your God. Bar 5: 5; 4: 36

From Graduale Simplex, pp.57-63
A Communion antiphon and its psalm is chosen from either of the 2 Advent Mass Suites
Ant. Benignitatem fecit Dominus, et terra nostra dedit fructum suum.
Verses from Psalm 84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or-
Ant. Benedixisti Domine, terram tuam.
Verses from Ps.84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

If there is no singing then the following may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector or the Celebrant himself
Jerusalem, arise and stand upon the heights, and behold the joy which come to you from God. Baruch 5: 5; 4: 36

Post communion/Marian
Alma Redemptoris Mater
Ambrosian chant
Gregorian chant
William Byrd
Orlando di Lasso

Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (a 4)
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (2 parts)
Tomás Luis de Victoria

Ave Maria

Jacob Arcadelt

William Byrd

Charles Gounod

for SATB
for Soprano solo (on a Bach's prelude)

Gregorian chant, traditional chant

Tomás Luis de Victoria

4 part (misattributed)
8 part (Variant 1)

Franz Schubert

Gioacchino Rossini

Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (Variant 1)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Felix Mendelssohn

Jacob Handl

Recessional/ Other Hymns
I Rejoiced When I Heard Them Say (CBW III 588)
Come, O Long Expected Jesus (CBWIII 306)
Creator of the Stars of Night (CBWIII 307)
O Come Divine Messiah (CBWIII 310)
O Come, O Come Emmanuel (CBW III 312)

ADVENT 3

Introit
From Graduale Romanum, pp. 21-22
Gaudete in Domino semper: iterum dico, gaudete: modestia vestra nota sit omnibus hominibus: Dominus prope est. Nihil soliciti sitis: sed in omnia oratione petitiones vestrae innotescant apud Deum Ps. Benedixisti, Domine, terram tuam: avertisti captivitatem Iacob. Phil. 4: 4,5; Ps. 84(85)

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)

R

E-joice in the Lord always; * again I say, rejoice.

Let your forbearance be known to all men. The Lord is

at hand. Do not be anxious over an-ything; but in all

manner of prayer, let your requests be made known unto God. Ps. O

Lord, you have favored your land, *and brought back the captives of Jacob.Phil. 4: 4,5; Ps. 84(85)

From Graduale Simplex, pp 53-63
Choose one Entrance Antiphon and its psalm from either of the 2 Advent Mass Suites, preferably Advent II

Ant. Ad te, domine, levavi animam meam: veni, et eripe me, Domine, ad te confugi
Verses from Ps. 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or-
Ant. Rorate caeli de super, et nubes pluant iustum: aperitur terra, et germinet Salvatorem.
Verses from Ps. 18.A may be sung between repetitions of the Antiphon.

If there is no singing then the following from the Missal may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector or the Celebrant himself
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say rejoice. Indeed the Lord is near. Phil. 4: 4, 5

Readings From the Lectionary

First Reading:Isaiah 61: 1-2a, 10-11
I will greatly rejoice in the Lord.

Chant Between the Readings
From Graduale Romanum, pp.569
Fuit homo missus a Deo, cui nomen Ioannes erat: hic venit. V. Ut testimonium perhiberet de lumine, et parare Domino plebem perfectam. John 1: 6 V. 7

From Graduale Simplex, pp54-60
A responsorial Psalm from either of the two Advent Mass Suites may be chosen. Preferably Suite I
R. Domine Deus virtutem. Ps. 79(80)
-Or_\
R. In Domum Domini laetantes ibimus. Ps. 121(122)

From the Lectionary
R. My soul shall exult in my God. (Luke 1)

Second Reading:1 Thess 5: 16-24
Paul admonishes that Christians should rejoice.

Gospel Acclamation

From Graduale Romanum, pp.23
V. Excita, Domine, potentiam tuam, et veni, ut salvos facias nos.Ps. 79(80):3

From Graduale Simplex, pp55-62
An Alleluia and its verses or an Alleluia Psalm may be chosen from either of the 2 Advent Mass Suites
V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertisti catptivitatem Iacob. Ps. 84(85)
-Or-
Alleluia Psalm:
V. Complacuisti tibi, Domine, in terra tua, convertiste captivitatem Iacob. Ps. 84(85)
-Or-
V. Qui pascis Israel, intende, qui deducis velut ovem Ioseph. Ps. 79(80)
-Or-
Alleluia Psalm
V. Qui pascis Israel, intende, qui deducis velut ovem Ioseph. Ps. 79(80)

From the Lectionary.
V.The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he has sent me to bring good news to the poor. Luke 4: 18 (Is. 61: 1)

If the alleluia is NOT sung the acclamation is omitted

Gospel John 1:6-8, 19-28
John the Baptist, the forerunner of Jesus gives witness by preaching.

Offertory
From Graduale Romanum, pp.23
Benedixisti Domine, terra tuam: avertisit captivatem Iacob: remisisti iniquitatem plebis tuae. Ps. 84(85): 2

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)

O

Lord, you have blessed your land, * you have

put an end to Jacob’s captiv-i-ty; you have forgiven the

guilt of your peo-ple.

Verses from Ps. 84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From Graduale Simplex, pp.56-63
Choose one of the Offertory Antiphon and its Psalm from either of the two Advent Mass Suites
Ant. Qui te exspectant, Domine, non confundentur
Verses from Ps. 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or-
Ant. Ave Maria, gratia plena: Dominus tecum: benedicta tu in mulieribus, alleluia.
Verses from Psalm 24(25) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

If there is no singing the offertory antiphon is omitted

Communion
From Graduale Romanum, pp23-24
Dicite: Pusillanimes confortamini, et nolite timere: ecco Deus noster veniet, et salvabit nos. Is. 35:4
Verses from Can. Is. 35: 1, 2cdef, 3, 5-6abcd, 7ab may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Simple English Propers (Translation of the Graduale Romanum)

S

AY: Take courage, you who are fainthearted, and

do not fear; behold, our God will come and he will

save us. Is. 35: 4

Verses from Canticle: Is 35: 1-3, 5-7 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From Graduale Simplex, pp.57-63
A Communion antiphon and its psalm is chosen from either of the 2 Advent Mass Suites
Ant. Benignitatem fecit Dominus, et terra nostra dedit fructum suum.
Verses from Psalm 84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-Or-
Ant. Benedixisti Domine, terram tuam.
Verses from Ps.84(85) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

If there is no singing then the following may be recited either by the Cantor, the Lector or the Celebrant himself
Say to the faint of heart: be strong and do not fear. Behold, our God will come, and he will save us. Is. 35:4

Post communion/Marian
The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came (CBW III 316)
I Sing a Maid (CBW III 462)
O Sanctissima (CBW III 468)
Immaculate Mary (CBWIII 463 A)

Alma Redemptoris Mater
Ambrosian chant
Gregorian chant
William Byrd
Orlando di Lasso

Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (a 4)
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (2 parts)
Tomás Luis de Victoria

Recessional/Other Hymns

The Sky Tells the Glory of God (CBW III 518)
I Rejoiced When I Heard Them Say (CBWIII 588)

Come, O Long Expected Jesus (CBWIII 306)
Creator of the Stars of Night (CBWIII 307)
O Come Divine Messiah (CBWIII 310)
O Come, O Come Emmanuel (CBW III 312)

ADVENT 4

Time flies when you are disorganized

2011-11-27T07:10:00.001-05:00

Well, it looks like I failed to get Advent up in time for well, last week . I am sorry. But I will do my best to get the Advetn weeks up ASAP. Bear with me.

No excuses, just bad organization:

45 year old husband, 16 year old daughter, 8 year old daughter, 18 month old son, and a paid genealogical research assignment have taken me away from the lit. planning.

Enjoy the new translation. Hope it is greeted with joy even as we are in the Advent Penitential Season

Taking a Break

2011-08-29T22:12:00.000-04:00

I will pickup the Liturgical Planning, with First Advent B, after the New Translation and GIRM takes effect

20th SUNDAY OT (A)

2011-08-11T08:16:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Option 1
From the Graduale Romanum, pp. 323
Protector noster aspice, Deus, et respice in faciem Christi tui: quia melior est dies una in atriis tuis super millia. PS. Quam dilecta tabernacula tua, Domine, virtutum! concupiscit, et deficit anima mea in atria Domini. Ps. 83(84): 10-11(9-10)& 2, 3 (1, 2)

Option 2
Suggested from the Graduale Simplex (Translated By Flowing Waters:)
You, Lord have become my defender. In you I put my trust. Ps. 18(17V): Cf. 18b Verses taken from Ps. 18: 1-4, 6, 16, 18, 20, 49 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon. (BFW 230/231, pp. 153-154)

Option 3: From the Sacramentary
God, our protector, keep us in mind: always give strength to your people. For if we can be with you even one day, it is better than a thousand without you. Ps. 84: 10-11

Option 4: Another Appropriate Hymn
My refuge, My Fortress, My God in Whom I Trust. (GIUMONT) CBW 496

Offertory
Option 1 from the Graduale Romanum(pp. 325).
Immittet angelus Domini in circuitu timentium eum, et eripiet eos: gustate est videte, quoniam suavis est Dominus. Ps. 33(34): 8-9(7, 8)

Option 2 Suggeston from Graduale Simplex Translated in By Flowing Waters, 235, 236
Hear my Cry for help, my King and my God. Ps. 5:2a Verses from Ps. 5: 1-3, 8 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon. (pp. 156-157)

There is no Offertortory listed in the Sacramentary, as they were never translated.

Option 4:Another appropriate Hymn
O Taste and See (CBW 610)

Communion
Option 1 From the Graduale Romanum, (pp. 402)
Domus mea, domus orationis vocabitur, dicit Dominus: in ea omnis, qui petit, accipit: et quaerit, invenit, et pulsanti aperietur. Matthew 21: 13 Verses from Psalm 83(84): 2-5, 9-11 (1-4, 8-10) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Option 2 Suggested from the Graduale Simplex (Translated BY Flowing Waters, pp. 409)
My house shall be called a house of prayer. Matthew 21;13 (BFW 409) Verses from Ps. 84: 1-4, 8-11(BFW 347. or 209)

Option 3 From the Sacramentary
With the Lord there is mercy, and the fullness of redemption Ps. 130: 7

Option 4: Another Appropriate Hymn
With Our God CBW 374 {NB Yes, I know it's Joncas but it does recall the proper antiphon, as found in the Sacramentary.}

Since, August is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. A Marian Hymn would be appropriate Regina Cæli

Recessional (Optional)

Christ is Made the Sure Foundation CBW 430

Mass Setting

(New) Mass of the Good Shepherd (Fr. Somerville)

Kyrie, Gloria, Sanctus/ Benedictus, Mem .Accl., Great Amen, Agnus Dei

Alleluia Setting (248CBW)

19th Sunday OT (A)

2011-08-04T13:15:00.001-04:00

Introit:

Option 1:[Graduale Romanum. pp. 319] Respice, Domine, in testamentum tuum, et animas pauperum tuorum ne derelinquas in finem: exsurge Domine, et iudicare causam tuam: et ne obliviscaris voces quaerentium te. Ps. Ut quid Deus repulisti in finem: iratus est furor tuus super oves pascuae tuae? Ps. 73(74): 20, 19, 22, 23; 1

Option 2 from Graduale Simplex (By Flowing Waters pp. 153)
Lord, you have become my defender. In you I put my trust. Ps. 17(18): 18b Verses from Ps. 17(18): 1-4, 6, 16, 18, 20, 49 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Option 3 from [Roman Missal Sacramentary]Lord, be true to you covenant, forget not the life of your poor ones for ever. Rise up, O God, and defend your cause: do not ignore the shouts of your enemies. Ps. 74: 19-23

Option 4 Another Appropriate Hymn
My Refuge, My Fortress, My God in Whom I Trust (CBW 496)

Readings from the Lectionary
First Reading: 1Kings 19:9, 11-13
The Lord speaks to Elijah in a gentle breeze

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 84(85)
Show us your steadfast love, O Lord and grant us your salvation

Second Reading: Romans 9:1-5
Blessed be God.

Alleluia Verse:
I wait for the Lord I hope in his word.

Gospel: Matthew 14:22-23
The Lord walks on the Water.

Offertory
Option 1 from (Graduale Romanum, pp. 322):In te speravi, Domine: dixi: Tu es Deus meus, in manibus tuis tempora mea. Ps. 30(31): 15-16 There is no official translation of the Offertories.

Option 2 from the Graduale Simplex
Hear my cry for help, my King and my God. Ps. 5: 2a (By Flowing Waters # 235, 236, pp. 156/157) Verses from Ps. 5: 1-3, 8 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Option 3

Option 4 Another Appropriate Hymn
All My Hope on God is Founded (CBW 479

Communion
Option 1 From (Graduale Romanum, pp. 322)
Panis, quem ego dedero, caro mea est pro saeculi vita. John 6: 52
Verses from Ps. 110(111) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Option 2 from (Roman Missal Sacramentary):
Praise the Lord, Jerusalem; he feeds you with finest wheat. Psalm 147: 12, 14

Option 3 from the Graduale Simplex
Let me sing to you, Lord, for all your kindness to me Ps. 12(13): (6), 1-5 (By Flowing Waters, #237/238, pp. 157)

Option 4
Communion Gift of Finest Wheat (CBW )

Liturgical Music
Ordinary of the Mass
"Missa Orbis Factor"
Graduale Romanum, pp. 748-750)
In the Order of the Mass:
Mortem tuam - CBW #299E, Great Amen CBW -6A
Mysterium Fidei GR- 810, Great Amen GR. 811

"Mass of the Good Shepherd" (Fr. S. Somerville)
Kyrie, Gloria, Sanctus/Benedictus, Agnus Dei, Memorial Acclamation, Great Amen
Alleluia CBW CBW 248

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (Trinity Sunday) Sunday after Pentecost Year A

2011-06-13T13:05:00.033-04:00

Introit
Blessed be God the father and his only begotten Son and the Holy Spirit: for he has shown that he loves us. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphona ad Introitum VIII
Benedicita sit sancta Trinitas, atque indivisa Unitas: confitebimur ei, quia fecit nobiscum misericordiam suam. Ps. Domine Dominus noster: quam admirabili est nomen tuum in universa terra! Tobit 12: 6 Ps. 8
Verses from Psalm 8 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [Graduale Romanum, pp. 371]

Benedicta sit sancta Trinitas, atque inidividas Unitas.Tobit 12:6a [Graduale Simplex, pp. 195]
Verses from Ps. 8 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Blessed be the Holy Trinity and the undivided Unity.
Verses from Psalm 8 1, 3-9 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
[BFW 193, 194, pp. 132]

Liturgy of the Word
First Reading: Ex. 34: 4b-6, 8-9
The Lord, a God merciful and gracious. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Responsorial Canticle
R. Glory and praise forever Daniel 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56 (R.32) [Roman Missal Lectionary]
To You glory and praise for ever . CBWIII 108

Graduale V
Benedictus es, Domine, qui intueris abyssos, et sedes super Cherubim. V.Benedictus es Domine, in firmamento caeli, et laudabilis in saecula.[Graduale Romanum, pp. 371]

Psalmus Responsorius Ps. 148: 1-3, 5-6, 11-14 (R. 1)
V. Laudate Dominum de caelis R. In excelsis laudate Deus.
2. Laudate eum, omnes angeli eius, laudate eum omnes virtutes eius. R.
3. Laudate eum, sol et luna, laudate eum, omnes stellae et lumen R.
4. Laudent nomen Domini, quia ipse mandavit, et creata sunt R.
5. Statuit ea in aeternum, et in saeculum saeculi, praeceptum posuit et non praeteribit R.
6. Reges terrae et omnes populi, principes et omnes iudices terrae R.
7. Iuvenes et virginesm senes cu iunioribus laudent nomen Domini, quia exaltatum est nomen eius solius R.
8. Confessio eius super caelum et terram, et exaltavit cornu populi sui. R.
9. Hymnus omnibus sanctis eius, filiis Israel, populo qui propinquus est ei. R. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 196-7]

Responsorial Psalm : Ps. 148: 1-3, 5-6, 11-14 (R. 1)
V.Praise the Lord from the heavens; R. Praise God, praise God in the highest
2. Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his host! R.
3. Praise him, sun and moon; praisehim, all you shining stars R.
4. Let them praise the name of the Lord, for he commanded and they were created. R.
5. He established them forever and ever; he fixed their bounds, which cannot be passed. R.
6. Kings of the earth, and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the earth! R.
7. Young men and women alike, old and young together! R.
8. Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his glory is above earth and heaven. R.
9. He has raised up a horn for his people, praise for all his faithful, for the people of Israel who are close to him. R. [BFW 195, pp. 133]

Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Before the Alleluia the Sequence Hymn May be sung
Benedictus es Domine Deus patrum nostrorum. Daniel 3: 52-56 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 372-375]

Alleluia Verse
Glory to God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit: to God who is, who was, and who is to come. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Alleluia VIII
Benedictus es, Domine Deus patrum nostorum, et laudabilis in saecula. Dan. 3:52 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 375]

Alleluia : ps. 150
Ant. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia R. Ant. V. Laudate Dominum in sanctuario eius, laudate eum in firmamento virtutis eius. R. Ant. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia V. Laudate eum in sono tubae, laudate eum in psalterio et cithara. R. Ant. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 197]

~Or~

Psalmus Alleluiaticus Ps. 150
Ant. Alleluia, alleluia R. Ant.
V. Laudate Dominum in sanctuario eius, laudate eum in firmamento virtutis eius. R. Ant.
2. Laudate eum in magnalibus eius, laudateeum secundum multitudinem magnitudinis eius. R. Ant
3. Laudate eum in sono tubae, laudate eum in psalterio et cithara. R. Ant.
4. Laudate eum tympano et choro, laudate eum in chordis et organo. R. Ant
5. Laudate eum in cymbalis benesonantibus laudate eum in cymbalis iubilationis omne quod spirat, laudet Dominum. R. Ant. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 197-198]

Alleluia Verses Psalm 150: 1b, 3
Ant. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia R. Ant. V.Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty firmament. R. Ant. 2. Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and and harp!

~Or~

Alleluia Psalm : Psalm 150: 1b-6
V. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty firmament R. Alleluia, alleluia
2. Praise him for his mighty deed; praise him according to his surpassing greatness. R.
3. Peaisehim with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp. R.
4. Praise him with tambourine and dances; praise him with strings and pipe. R.
5. Praise him with clanging cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals. R.
6. Let everything that breathes praise the Lord R.
[BFW 197, pp. 134]

Gospel: John 3:16-18
God sent his so in order that the world might be saved through him. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official English Translation of the Offertory Antiphon, yet

Benedictus sit Deus Pater, unigenitusque Dei Filius, sanctus quoque Spiritus: quia fecit nobiscum misericordiam suam. Cf Tobit 12:6 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 375-6]

Benedictus es in firmamento caeli, et laudabilis in saecula, Deus noster. Daniel 3:56
Verses from the Canticle of the Three Children (Daniel 3:57, 58a, 59a, 84a, 85a, 86a, 87a ) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [Graduale Simplex, pp. 198-199]

Blessed are you, O God, in the firmament of the heavens, and to be sung and glorified forever. Daniel 3: 56
Verses from the Canticle of the Three Children (Daniel 3:57, 58a, 59a, 84a, 85a, 86a, 87a ) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [BFW 198, 199, pp. 135]
Communion Antiphon
You are the sons of God, so God has given you the Spirit of his Son to form your hearts and make you cry out: Abba, Father! Galatians 4:6 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Benedicamus Deum caeli, et coram omnibus viventibus confitebimur ei: quia fecit nobiscum misericordiam suam. Tobit 12:6 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 376]
Verses from Canticle Tobit 13: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9,10 or Cant. Daniel 3: 52ab, 53-57 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Laudate Dominum de caelis. Psalm 148: 1bc [Graduale Simplex, pp. 199-200]
Verses from the Canticle of David may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Praise the Lord of heaven forever. Psalm 148: 1bc
Verses from Canticle of David ( 1 Chronicles 29: 10b-18) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.[BFW 200, 201, pp. 135-6]

Mass Settings
Missa Jubilate Deo
Kyrie
Gloria VIII
Credo III
Sanctus XVIII
Agnus Dei XVIII
New Mass of the Good Shepherd ( Fr. S. Somerville)

Choral Music
Domine, Dominus noster (Orlando di Lasso)
Holy blessed Trinity (Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky)
Laudate Dominum (Claudio Macchi)
O praise God in his holiness (Psalm 150) (Charles Villiers Stanford)
Psalm 150 (Cesar Franck)

Other Hymns from CBWIII
How Great is Your Name ( The Grail, Murray) CBW III 553
All Creatures of Our God and King (LASST UNS ERFREUEN, St. Francis of Assisi) CBW III 543
Let All Creation Bless the Lord ( MIT FREUDEN ZART) CBW III 556
Bless the Lord ( Tony Barr) CBW III 684
O Bless the Lord ( John Michaels) CBW III 562
Praise The Lord You Heav'ns Adore Him ( AUSTRIA) CBW III 567
Praise to God in Heav'n Above ( LLANFAIR) CBW III 400
Praise the Lord with the Sound of Trumpet (Sleuth) CBW III 571
To You Our Holy God ( DARWALL'S 148th) CBW III 573

Creator God, Creating Still CBW III 430
God, Whose Almighty Word CBW III 513
On This Day, the First of Days CBW III 590

Strong is God's Love for Us CBW III 546
Father, Lord of Earth and Heaven CBW III 466
Great God of Mercy CBW III361

Sing We Prasies to the Father CBW III 422
O God Almighty Father CBW III 421
This Day God Gives Me CBWIII 650

Marian Antiphon
Salve Regina
Hail Holy Queen

Sixth Sunday of Easter A

2011-05-20T11:34:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Speak out with a voice of joy, let it be heard ot the ends of the earth: The Lord has set his people free, alleluia. Cf Isaiah 48:20 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Vocem iucunditatis annuntiate, et audiatur, alleluia: nuntiate usque ad extremum terrae: liberavit Dominus populum suum, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Iubilate Deo omnis terra: psalmum dicite nomini eius, date gloriam laudi eius. Cf. Isaiah 48: 20 Ps. 65(66) [Graduale Romanum, pp. 229]

Choose one of the Entrance Antiphons and its psalm from either Mass Suites for the Easter Season, especially from Easter II from either Graduale Simplex, or its English Translation By Flowing Waters

Cantate Domino canticum novum: laus eius ab extremis terrae, alleluia Ps. 97(98) [Graduale Simplex, pp. 172]
Verses from Psalm P6(97) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Sing a new song to the Lord, praise our God from the ends of the earth, alleluia. Ps. 97(98): 1a, 3c [By Flowing Waters 167, pp. 111]
Verses from Ps. 97(98): 1cd, 6, 8-12ae may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Liturgy of the Word
First Reading: Acts 8:5-8
Philip preached the Gospel to Samaria, Samaria accepted. Peter and John laid hands upon them and they recieved the Holy Spirit. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Between the Readings:
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 65(66)
R. Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth ~ Or~ Alleluia (2 or three times) [Roman Missal Lectionary]
[CBW III 103]

Alleluia. V. Surrexit Christus, et illuxit nobis, quos redemit sanguine suo. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 230]

Choose one Alleluia Psalm I from either of the Mass Suites for the Easter Season expecially, Easter II, from either Graduale Simplex, or By Flowing Waters

Alleluia Psalm I: Ps. 106(107): 1, 17-22
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius R. Alleluia
2. Stulti facti sunt in via iniquitatis suae, et propter iniustitias suas afflicti sunt. R.
3. omnem escam abominata est anima eorum, et appropinquaverunt usque ad portas mortis. R.
4. Et clamaverunt ad Dominum, cum tribularentur, et de necessitatibus eorum liberavit eos. R.
5. Mist verbum suum et sanavit eos, et eripuit eos de interitonibus eorum. R.
6. Confiteantur Domino propter misericordiam eius, et mirabilia eius filios hominum. R.
7. Et sacrificent sacrificium laudis et annuntient opera eius in exsultatione. R. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 173]

Alleluia Psalm 1: Ps. 106(107): 1, 17-22
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever. R. Alleluia, alleluia
2. Some were sick through their sinful ways, and because of their iniquities endured affliction. R.
3. they loathed any kind of food, and they drew near to the gates of death. R.
4. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. R.
5. he sent out his word and healed them, and he delivered them from destruction. R.
6. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wonderful owrks to humankind. R.
7. And let them offer thanksgiving sacrifices, and tell of his deeds with songs of joy. R.
[By Flowing Waters 169, pp. 112-113]

Second Reading: 1 Peter 3:15-18
Jesus died for all who are sinners, to lead us to God [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Pre-Gospel Chant
Alleluia and Versicle
All who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them, alleluia. John 14:23 [Roman Missal Lectionary] [CBW III 103 ii]

Alleluia R. Alleluia V. Non vos relinquam orphanos: vado , et venio ad vos, et gaudebit corvestrum. John 14:18 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 242]
Choose either of the Alleluia Psalms II from either of the two Mass Suites for the Easter Season or the Alleluia from Mass Suite for Easter Season I from either Graduale Simplex or its English Translation By Flowing Waters

Alleluia Psalm II: Ps. 106(107):1, 23-32
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius R. Alleluia
2. Qui descenunt mare in anvibus, facientes operationem in aquis multis R.
3. Ipsi viderunt opera Domini, et mirabilis eius sunt fluctus eius in profundo. R.
4. Dixit et excitavit spiritum procellae, et exaltati sunt fluctus eius. R.
5. Ascendunt usque ad caelos, et descendunt usque ad abyssos; anima eorum in amles tabescabat. R.
6. Turbati sunt et moti sun sicut eribus, et omnia sapientia eorum devorata est. R.
7. Et clamaverunt ad Dominum, cum tribularentur, et de necessitatibus eorum eduxit eos. R.
8. Et statuit procellam eius in auram, et tacuerunt fluctus eius. R. Alleluia [Graduale Simplex, pp. 174-175]

Alleluia Psalm II: Ps. 106(107): 1, 23-32
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steafast love endures forever. R. Alleluia, alleluia
2. Some went down to the sea in ships, doing business on the mighty waters. R.
3. they saw the deeds of the Lord,his wonderous works in the deep. R.
4. For he commanded and raised the stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea. R.
5. They mounted up to heaven, they went down to the depths; their courage melted away in their calamity. R.
6. they reeled and staggered like drunkards, and were at their wits end. R.
7. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. R.
8. he made the storm be still, and th ewaves of the sea were hushed. R.
9. Then they were glad because the had quiet, and he brought them to their desired haven. R.
10.Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wonderful works to humankind. R.
11.Let them extol him in the congregation of the people, and praise him in the assembly of the elders. R.
[By Flowing Waters 170, pp. 113]

~Or ~ Alleluia from Mass Suite Easter I: Ps. 106(107):1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32
C: Alleluia, alleluia alleluia R. Alleluia Alleluia alleluia
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericodia eius. R.
2: Confiteantur Domino propter misericordiam eius, et mirabilia eius filios hominum. R.
3. Quia sativit animam sitientem et animam esurientem replevit bonis. R.
4. Quia contrivit portas aereas, et vectes ferreos confregit. R.
5. Et sacrificent sacrificium laudis, et annuntient opera eius in exsultatione. R.
6. Et exaltent eum in ecclesia plebis, et in conventu seniorum laudent eum. R. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 168]

Alleluia from Mass Suite Easter I: Ps. 106(107):1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32
C: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia R. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he his good; for his steadfast ove endures forever. R.
2. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, forhis wonderful works to humankind. R.
3. For he satisfies the thirsty, and the hungry he fills with good things. R.
4. For he shatters the doors of bronze, and cuts in two the bars of iron. R.
5. And let them offer thanksgiving sacrifices, and tell of his deeds with songs of joy. R.
6. Let them extol him in the congregation of the people, and praisehim in the assembly of the elders. R.
[By Flowing Waters 162, pp. 108-109]

Gospel: John 14: 15-21
Jesus promises an Advocate for those who love him.

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official English Translation of the Offertory Antiphon, yet

Benedicite gentes Dominum Deum nostrum, et obaudite vocem laudis eius: qui posuit animam meam ad vitam, et non dedit commoveri pedes meos: benedictus Dominus, qui non amovit deprecationem meam, et misericordiam a me, alleluia.ps. 65(66): 8, 9, 20 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 231]
Choose one of the Offertory Antiphons and its psalm from either of the two Mass Suites for the Easter Season, especially from Easter Season II from either the Graduale Simplex or its English Translation By Flowing Waters

Ant. Iubilate Deo in voce exsultationis, alleluia Ps. 46(47): 1b [Graduale Simplex, pp. 175]
Verses from Psalm 46(47): 1-4, 6 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Cry out to God with a joyful voice, alleluia Ps. 46(47): 1b [By Flowing Waters 171, pp. 114]
Verses from Psalm 46(47):1-4, 6 [BFW 172, pp. 114] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antiphon
If you love me, keep my commandments, says the Lord. The Father will send you the Holy Spirit, to be with you for ever, alleluia John 14: 15-16 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Non vos relinquam orphanos: veniam ad vos iterum, alleluia: et gaudebit cor vestrum, alleluia, alleluia
Verses from psalm 121(122): 1-9 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [Graduale Romanum, pp 232]
Choose a Communion Antiphon and its psalm from either of the two Mass Suites for the Easter Season, escpecially Easter Season II, from either Graduale Simplex or its English Translation By Flowing Waters

Cantate Domino, et benedicite nomini eius, alleluia Ps. 95(96): 2 [Graduale Simplex, pp. 176]
Verses from Psalm 95(96): 1, 3, 6-13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

O sing to the Lord and bless God's name, alleluia Ps. 95(96): 2 [By Flowing Waters 173, pp. 114]
Verses from Ps. 95(96):1, 3, 6-13 [BFW 174, pp. 115] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Marian Antiphon for the Easter Season
Regina coeli (G) (Anonymous)
Regina coeli (Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina)
Regina coeli (W. Kosminski)
Regina coeli laetare (Adrian Willaert)
Regina Coeli (Gregorian Chant)
Regina Coeli (Solemn Tone Chant)

Choral Music
Benedicite gentes Palestrina
Cantate Domino Johann Cruger
Cantate Domino (V1-3) Michael Praetorius
Non Vos Reliquam Gregorian Chant
O sing unto the Lord a new song John Alcock Sr.
Tanto tempore (de sancte Philippe) Philippe Verdelot
Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus à 16 voci (Giovanni Gabrieli) (verses 2-6, in Latin)
O Clap Your Hands (Orlando Gibbons) (Coverdale translation)
Omnes gentes, plaudite (Hans Leo Hassler)
O all ye people, clap your hands (Thomas Tremain) (verses 1-6 in the English metrical New Version)
Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus (Christopher Tye) (Whole psalm, in Latin)
Cantate Domino Dietrich Buxtehude (v.1, Latin)
Cantate Domino Leo Hassler
Cantate Domino Henry Purcell (in English, vv. 1-6, 9, 10)

Other Appropriate Hymns
The Lord Jesus Christ (Somerville) [CBW III 436]

Fifth Sunday of Easter A

2011-05-16T14:35:00.000-04:00

This Mass on this day is particularly important in the event that the rapture and the end of the world did NOT happen yesterday, May 21, 2011

Introit:
Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous deeds; he has revealed to the nations his saving power, alleluia. Ps. 97(98): 1-2 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Cantate Domino canticum novum, alleluia: quia mirabilia fecit Dominus, alleluia: ante conspectum gentium revelavit iustitiam, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Salvavit sibi dextera eius: et brachium sanctum eius. Ps. 97(98): 1, 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 225]

Cantate Domino canticum novum: laus eius ab extremis terrae, alleluia Ps. 97(98) [Graduale Simplex, pp. 172]
Verses from Psalm P6(97) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Sing a new song to the Lord, praise our God from the ends of the earth, alleluia. Ps. 97(98): 1a, 3c [By Flowing Waters 167, pp. 111]
Verses from Ps. 97(98): 1cd, 6, 8-12ae may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

First Reading: Acts 6:1-7
The Election of the Deacons, Stephen among them [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Between the Readings:
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 32(33):
R. Let your love be upon us, Lord, even as we hope in you [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual: Ps. 117(118): 16
Ant. Alleluia V. Dextera Dei fecit virtutem: dextera Domini exaltavit me. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 226]

Alleluia Psalm I: Ps. 106(107): 1, 17-22
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius R. Alleluia
2. Stulti facti sunt in via iniquitatis suae, et propter iniustitias suas afflicti sunt. R.
3. omnem escam abominata est anima eorum, et appropinquaverunt usque ad portas mortis. R.
4. Et clamaverunt ad Dominum, cum tribularentur, et de necessitatibus eorum liberavit eos. R.
5. Mist verbum suum et sanavit eos, et eripuit eos de interitonibus eorum. R.
6. Confiteantur Domino propter misericordiam eius, et mirabilia eius filios hominum. R.
7. Et sacrificent sacrificium laudis et annuntient opera eius in exsultatione. R. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 173]

Alleluia Psalm 1: Ps. 106(107): 1, 17-22
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever. R. Alleluia, alleluia
2. Some were sick through their sinful ways, and because of their iniquities endured affliction. R.
3. they loathed any kind of food, and they drew near to the gates of death. R.
4. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. R.
5. he sent out his word and healed them, and he delivered them from destruction. R.
6. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wonderful owrks to humankind. R.
7. And let them offer thanksgiving sacrifices, and tell of his deeds with songs of joy. R.
[By Flowing Waters 169, pp. 112-113]

Second Reading: 1 Peter 2: 4-9
Jesus is the cornerstone of the Church. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Pre-Gospel

Alleluia Antiphon and versicle: John 14: 6
Ant.Alleluia R. Alleluia V. I am the way the truth and the life, says the Lord; no one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14: 6 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Alleluia Antiphon and versicle: Romans 6:9
Ant.Alleluia R. Alleluia V. Christus resurgens ex mortuis, iam non moritur: mors illi ultra non dominabitur.
[Graduale Romanum, pp. 226-7]
Christus Resurgens with Alleluia (Gregorian Chant)

Alleluia Psalm II: Ps. 106(107):1, 23-32
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius R. Alleluia
2. Qui descenunt mare in anvibus, facientes operationem in aquis multis R.
3. Ipsi viderunt opera Domini, et mirabilis eius sunt fluctus eius in profundo. R.
4. Dixit et excitavit spiritum procellae, et exaltati sunt fluctus eius. R.
5. Ascendunt usque ad caelos, et descendunt usque ad abyssos; anima eorum in amles tabescabat. R.
6. Turbati sunt et moti sun sicut eribus, et omnia sapientia eorum devorata est. R.
7.   Et clamaverunt ad Dominum, cum tribularentur, et de necessitatibus eorum eduxit eos. R.
8. Et statuit procellam eius in auram, et tacuerunt fluctus eius. R. Alleluia [Graduale Simplex, pp. 174-175]

Alleluia Psalm II: Ps. 106(107): 1, 23-32
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steafast love endures forever. R. Alleluia, alleluia
2. Some went down to the sea in ships, doing business on the mighty waters. R.
3. they saw the deeds of the Lord,his wonderous works in the deep. R.
4. For he commanded and raised the stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea. R.
5. They mounted up to heaven, they went down to the depths; their courage melted away in their calamity. R.
6. they reeled and staggered like drunkards, and were at their wits end. R.
7. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. R.
8. he made the storm be still, and th ewaves of the sea were hushed. R.
9. Then they were glad because the had quiet, and he brought them to their desired haven. R.
10.Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wonderful works to humankind. R.
11.Let them extol him in the congregation of the people, and praise him in the assembly of the elders. R.
[By Flowing Waters 170, pp. 113]

~Or ~ Alleluia from Mass Suite Easter I: Ps. 106(107):1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32C: Alleluia, alleluia alleluia R. Alleluia Alleluia alleluia
V. Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericodia eius. R.
2:  Confiteantur Domino propter misericordiam eius, et mirabilia eius filios hominum. R.
3. Quia sativit animam sitientem et animam esurientem replevit bonis. R.
4. Quia contrivit portas aereas, et vectes ferreos confregit. R.
5.   Et sacrificent sacrificium laudis, et annuntient opera eius in exsultatione. R.
6. Et exaltent eum in ecclesia plebis, et in conventu seniorum laudent eum. R. [Graduale Simplex, pp. 168]

Alleluia from Mass Suite Easter I: Ps. 106(107):1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32
C: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia R. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
V. O give thanks to the Lord, for he his good; for his steadfast ove endures forever. R.
2. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, forhis wonderful works to humankind. R.
3. For he satisfies the thirsty, and the hungry he fills with good things. R.
4. For he shatters the doors of bronze, and cuts in two the bars of iron. R.
5. And let them offer thanksgiving sacrifices, and tell of his deeds with songs of joy. R.
6. Let them extol him in the congregation of the people, and praisehim in the assembly of the elders. R.
[By Flowing Waters 162, pp. 108-109]

Gospel: John 14: 1-12
he who has faith in Christ Jesus will do works of God. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official translation of the Offertory Antiphon, yet.

Iubilate Deo universa terra: iubilate Deo universa terra: psalmum dicite nomini eius: venite, et audite et narrabo vobis, omnes qui timetis Deusm, quanta fecit Dominus animae meae, alleluia Ps. 65(66): 1, 2, 16 [Graduale Romanum,pp. 227]

Ant. Iubilate Deo in voce exsultationis, alleluia Ps. 46(47): 1b [Graduale Simplex, pp. 175]
Verses from Psalm 46(47): 1-4, 6 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Cry out to God with a joyful voice, alleluia Ps. 46(47): 1b [By Flowing Waters 171, pp. 114]
Verses from Psalm 46(47):1-4, 6 [BFW 172, pp. 114] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antiphon
I am the vine and you are the branches, says the Lord: he who lives in me, and I in him, will bear much fruit, alleluia. John 15: 1, 5 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Tanto tempore vobiscum, et non cognovistis me? Philippe, qui videt me, videt et Patrem, alleluia: non credis quia ego in Patre, et Pater in me est? allleuia alleluia. John 14:9 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 560-561]
Verses from Psalm 32(33): 1-3, 12, 13, 18 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Cantate Domino, et benedicite nomini eius, alleluia Ps. 95(96): 2 [Graduale Simplex, pp. 176]
Verses from Psalm 95(96): 1, 3, 6-13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

O sing to the Lord and bless God's name, alleluia Ps. 95(96): 2 [By Flowing Waters 173, pp. 114]
Verses from Ps. 95(96):1, 3, 6-13 [BFW 174, pp. 115] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Marian Antiphon for the Easter Season
Regina Caeli (I) (Antoine Busnois)
Regina caeli, laetare (Christoph Dalitz)
Regina coeli (G) (Anonymous)
Regina coeli (Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina)
Regina coeli (W. Kosminski)
Regina coeli laetare (Adrian Willaert)

Choral Music
Cantate Domino Johann Cruger
Cantate Domino (V1-3) Michael Praetorius
O sing unto the Lord a new song John Alcock Sr.
Tanto tempore (de sancte Philippe) Philippe Verdelot
Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus à 16 voci (Giovanni Gabrieli) (verses 2-6, in Latin)
O Clap Your Hands (Orlando Gibbons) (Coverdale translation)
Omnes gentes, plaudite (Hans Leo Hassler)
O all ye people, clap your hands (Thomas Tremain) (verses 1-6 in the English metrical New Version)
Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus (Christopher Tye) (Whole psalm, in Latin)
Cantate Domino Dietrich Buxtehude (v.1, Latin)
Cantate Domino Leo Hassler
Cantate Domino Henry Purcell (in English, vv. 1-6, 9, 10)

Other Appropriate Hymns
As much as I dislike it, it does fit this day's propers
Sing a New Song Unto the Lord (Schutte)
Any of the Easter Hymns of the past week

Fourth Sunday of Easter Year A

2011-05-05T14:54:00.000-04:00

Introit
The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord; by the word of the Lord the heavens were made, alleluia Ps. 32(33): 5-6 [Roman Missal Sacramentarty]

Misericordia Domini plena est terra, alleluia: verbo Dei caeli firmati sunt Allleuia, alleluia Ps. Exsultate iusti in Domino: rectos decet collaudatio Ps. 32(33): 5-6, 1 [Graduale Romanum, pp 222-223]

Choose one of the Entrance Antiphons and its psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115] especially # 1.

1. Ego sum pastore bonus / I am the good shepherd with Psalm 22(23)
or
2. Cantate Domine, canticum novum / Sing a new song unto the Lord with Psalm 97(98)

First Reading: Acts 2: 14a, 36b-41
Be baptised and recieve the Holy Spirit

Between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm : Ps. 22(23)
The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall want nothing [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual: Ps. 110(111): 9
Alleluia V. Redemptionem misit Dominus in populo suo

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1 from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus / Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good Ps. 106(107)1,
With a: vss 4-9, or b: vss. 17-22

Second Reading:1 Peter 2: 20b-25
Jesus died for our sins. By His wounds we are healed

Pre - Gospel
Alleluia Antiphon and Versical John 10:14
Alleluia Alleluia V. I am the good shepherd, says the Lord; I know my sheep and my own know me.
Alleluia [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual: John 10:14
Alleluia V. Ego sum pastor bonus: et cognosco oves meas, et cognoscunt meae. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 223-224]

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1I or Antiphon Alleluias with its own verses from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus/ O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good Ps. 106(107): with a: Vss 1, 10-16 or b: vss. 1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32 , or c: vss 23-32

Gospel: John 10: 1-10
Jesus is the Good Shepherd, who laid down hislife for his sheep.

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official translation of the Offertory Antiphon in the present Roman Missal Translation

Deus, Deus meus, ad te de luce vigilo: et in nomine tuo levabo manus meas, alleluia Ps. 62(63): 2-3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 224]

Choose one of the Offertory Antiphon with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115] especially #2

1. Ad te de luce / For you I watch Ps. 62(63): 1 Vs. 1-4
2. Iubilate Deo in voce / Cry out to God with a joyful voice Ps. 46(47): 1b, vs 1-4, 6

Communion Antiphon
The Good Shepherd is risen! He who laid down his life for his sheep, who died for his flock, he is risen, alleluia.

Ego sum pastor bonus, alleluia: et cognosco meas, et cognoscunt me meae, allleluia, alleluia John 10: 14 [Graduale Romanum. pp. 224-225]
Verses from Ps. 22(23): 1-6d or Ps. 32(33)1, 12-15, 18, 22 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Choose one of the Communion Antiphons with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

1. In Galilaea / In Galilee ...Mark 16: 7; Ps. 15(16): 1-2, 5-11
2. Cantate Domino, et benedice nomini eius / O Sing to the Lord and bless his name... Ps. 95(96): 2 vs 1, 3, 6-13

Mass Setting
Mass of the Holy Spirit (Isele)
Parish Mass (Togni)
Missa in Tempore Paschali (Dominicis) [Graduale Romanum, pp. 710-715]
Jubilate Deo [CBWIII various Pages]

Choral Music
Acclaim Our God [JE Brown]
The Lord is My Shepherd [Villiers]
Cantate Domine [Praetorius] for more on this psalm see last week's Choral Music Suggestions
O Give Thanks [Wesley]
Lauda Anima Mea [Griesbacher]
Benedicam Dominum [Lasso]

Other Appropriate Hymns
Let All the Earth Cry Out to the Lord [Psalm 66, The Grail; S. Warner] CBWIII 589
My Shepherd Is the Lord [Psalm 23, The Grail; Gelineau] CBW III 606
The Lord, My Shepherd, Rules My Life [ Psalm 23, C M Idle; CRIMOND] CBWIII 489
The Lord's My Shepherd [Psalm 23, Scottish Psalter; CRIMOND] CBWIII 488
O Jesu, Joy of Loving Hearts [ Jesu, dulcis Memoria, anon; FULDA, Walton] CBWIII 654
Christians, Lift Up Your Hearts [ J E Bowers, SALVE FESTE DIES, R V Williams] CBWIII 585
That Easter Day With Joy Was Bright [ Claro Paschali Gaudio, Neale; LASST UNS ERFREUEN, RV Williams] CBWIII 392
God, My God, You I Crave [ Psalm 63, ICEL; G. Black] CBWIII 658

Third Sunday of Easter Year A

2011-04-30T20:27:00.000-04:00

Introit
Let all the earth cry out to God with joy; praise the glory of his name; proclaim his glorious praise. Alleluia Ps. 65(66): 1-2 [Roman Missal (Sacramentary)]

Iubilate Deo omnis terra, alleluia: psallmum dicite nomini eius, alleluia: date gloriam laudi eius, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Dicite Deo, quam terribilia sunt opera tua, Domine! in multitudine virtutitis tuae mentientur inimici tui. Ps. 65(66): 1, 2, 3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 219-220]

Choose one of the Entrance Antiphons and its psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115] especially # 2.

1. Ego sum pastore bonus / I am the good shepherd with Psalm 22(23)
or
2. Cantate Domine, canticum novum / Sing a new song unto the Lord with Psalm 97(98)

First Reading: Acts. 2: 2:14, 22b-28
It was impossible for Christ to be held in the power of death. [Roman Missal (Lectionary)]

Between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 16(17): 2+5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 (R. 11)
R. Lord, you will show us the path of life. ~Or~ R. Alleluia ( 2 or 3 times) [Roman Missal (Lectionary)] CBWIII 94

Gradual: Luke 24: 35
Ant. Alleluia Ps. Cognoverunt discipuli Dominum Iesum in fractione panis. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 220]

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1 from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]
Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus / Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good Ps. 106(107)1,
With a: vss 4-9, or b:  vss. 17-22

Second Reading: 1 Peter 1: 17-21
You were ransomed by the precious blood of Christ, the Lamb without defect or blemish. [Roman Missal (Lectionary)]

Pre-Gospel
Ant. Alleluia R. Alleluia Vs. Lord Jesus, make your word plain to us; make our hearts burn with love when you speak. Cf Luke 24: 32 [Roman Missal (Lectionary)] CBWIII 94 ii

Ant. Alleluia R. Alleluia Vs. Oportebat pati Christum , et resurgere a mortuis, et ita intrare in gloriam suam. Luke 24: 46 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 220-221]

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1I or Antiphon Alleluias with its own verses from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus/ O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good Ps. 106(107): with a: Vss 1, 10-16 or b: vss. 1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32 , or c: vss 23-32

Gospel: Luke 24: 13-35
The disciples recognized the Lord when he broke bread with them. [Roman Missal (Lectionary)]

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official English translation of the Offertory Antiphon in the current Missal Roman (Sacramentary)]

Lauda anima mea Dominum: laudabo Dominum in vita mea: psallam Deo meo, quamdiu ero, alleluia. Ps. 145(146):2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 221]

Choose one of the Offertory Antiphon with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115] especially #2

1. Ad te de luce / For you I watch Ps. 62(63): 1 Vs. 1-4
2. Iubilate Deo in voce / Cry out to God with a joyful voice Ps. 46(47): 1b, vs 1-4, 6

Communion Antiphon
The disciples recognized the Lord Jesus in the breaking of bread, alleluia. Luke 24: 35 [Roman Missal (Sacramentary)]

Surrexit Dominus, et apparuit Petro, alleluia Luke 24: 34 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 202]
Verses from Psalm 117(118) as on Easter may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Choose one of the Communion Antiphons with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

1. In Galilaea / In Galilee ...Mark 16: 7; Ps. 15(16): 1-2, 5-11
2. Cantate Domino, et benedice nomini eius / O Sing to the Lord and bless his name... Ps. 95(96): 2 vs 1, 3, 6-13

Mass Setting
Mass of the Holy Spirit (Isele)
Parish Mass (Togni)
Missa in Tempore Paschali (Dominicis) [Graduale Romanum, pp. 710-715]
Jubilate Deo [CBWIII various Pages]

Choral Music
Acclaim Our God [JE Brown]
The Lord is My Shepherd [Villiers]
Cantate Domine [Praetorius]   for more on this psalm see last week's Choral Music Suggestions
O Give Thanks [Wesley]
Lauda Anima Mea [Griesbacher]
Benedicam Dominum [Lasso]

Other Appropriate Hymns
Let All the Earth Cry Out to the Lord [Psalm 66, The Grail; S. Warner] CBWIII 589
My Shepherd Is the Lord [Psalm 23, The Grail; Gelineau] CBW III 606
The Lord, My Shepherd, Rules My Life [ Psalm 23, C M Idle; CRIMOND] CBWIII 489
The Lord's My Shepherd [Psalm 23, Scottish Psalter; CRIMOND] CBWIII 488
O Jesu, Joy of Loving Hearts [ Jesu, dulcis Memoria, anon; FULDA, Walton] CBWIII 654
Christians, Lift Up Your Hearts [ J E Bowers, SALVE FESTE DIES, R V Williams] CBWIII 585
That Easter Day With Joy Was Bright [ Claro Paschali Gaudio, Neale; LASST UNS ERFREUEN, RV Williams] CBWIII 392
God, My God, You I Crave [ Psalm 63, ICEL; G. Black] CBWIII 658

Second Sunday of Easter: Divine Mercy Sunday Year A

2011-04-25T17:38:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Like newborn children you should thirst for milk, on which your spirit can grow to strength, alleluia. 1 Peter 2.2 [RMSacramentary]

Quasi geniti infantes, alleluia: rationabiles, sine dolo lac concupiscite, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia Ps. Exsultate Deo adiutori nostro: iubilate Deo Jacob. 1 Peter 2:2 Ps. [GR. 216]

Choose one of the Entrance Antiphons and its psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

Ego sum pastore bonus / I am the good shepherd with Psalm 22(23)
or
Cantate Domine, canticum novum / Sing a new song unto the Lord with Psalm 97(98)

First Reading: Acts 2: 42-47
The faithful prayed together and broke bread, There numbers increased daily. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 117(118)
R. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual: Matthew 28: 7
Ant. Alleluia Vs. In die resurrectionis meae, dicit Dominus, cedam vos in Galilaeam. [GR. 216-217]

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1 from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]
Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus / Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good Ps. 106(107)1, vs 4-9, or vs. 17-22

Second Reading: 1 Peter 1: 3-9
Faith in Jesus will bring salvation. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Pre-Gospel
Ant. Alleluia R. Alleluia V. You believed, Thomas, because you have seen me; blessed are those who hae not seen, and yet believe. R. Alleluia John 20: 29 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Ant. Alleluia V. Post dies octo, lanuis clausis, stetit Iesus in medio discipulorum suorum, et dixit: Pax vobis. John 20: 26 [GR. pp. 217]

Choose one of the Alleluia Psalms 1I or Antiphon Alleluias with its own verses from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus/ O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good Ps. 106(107): 1, 10-16 or vs. 1, 8, 9, 16, 22, 32 , or vs 23-32

Gospel: John 20: 19-31
Jesus appears to the disciples, a week later he appears to Thomas, who then believes. [Roman Missal Lectionary

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official English translation of the Offertory Antiphon

Angelus Domini descendit de caelo, et dixit mulieribus: Quem quaritis, surrexit, sicut dixit, alleluia Matthew 28, 2, 5, 6, [GR. pp. 217-218]

Choose one of the Offertory Antiphon with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

Ad te de luce / For you I watch Ps. 62(63): 1 Vs. 1-4
Iubilate Deo in voce / Cry out to God with a joyful voice Ps. 46(47): 1b, vs 1-4, 6

Communion Antiphon
Jesus apoke to Thomas: Put your hands here, and see the place of the nails. Doubt no longer, but believe, alleluia. John 20:27 [RM Sacramentary]

Mitte manum tuam, et cognosce loca clavorum, alleluia: et noli esse incredulus, sed fidelis, alleluia, alleluia John 20: 27
Verses from Psalm 117(118): 1, 2, 5, 8, 10, 11, 13 - 17, 21-25 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [GR. pp. 218]

Choose one of the Communion Antiphons with its Psalm from either of the two Easter Season Mass Suites [GS. pp. 165-177] [BFW,106- 115]

In Galilaea / In Galilee ...Mark 16: 7; Ps. 15(16): 1-2, 5-11
Cantate Domino, et benedice nomini eius / O Sing to the Lord and bless his name... Ps. 95(96): 2 vs 1, 3, 6-13

Mass Setting
Jubilate Deo
Mass of the Holy Spirit (Isele)

Choral Music
Psalm 23 The Lord is My Shepherd (Franz Schubert)
Psalm 98 Cantate Domino (Claudio Monteverdi)
Psalm 98 Cantate Domino (Daniel Friderici)
Psalm 98 Cantate Domino ( Michael Praetorius)
Angelus Domini (giovanni Pierluigi Palestrina)
O God, Thou Art My God (Henry Purcell )
Omnes Gentes Plaudite (Hans Leo Hassler)

Other Appropriate Hymns
Celtic Alleluia CBW III 549B
This is the Day the Lord Has Made CBW III 592
You Have Looked Upon the Lowly CBW III 624
My Shepherd is the Lord CBW III 606
The Lord, My Shepherd, Rules my Life CBW III 489
The Lord's My Shpeherd CBW III 488
Sing A New Song As much as I detest Schutte, it does fit the psalm suggested in GS.
In the Shadow of Your wings CBW III 656
God My God You I Crave CBW III 658

Happy Easter

2011-04-24T07:03:00.000-04:00

He is risen, He is Risen indeed, alleluia, alleluia.

Celebration of The Lord's Passion Years ABC

2011-04-20T15:15:00.000-04:00

The Celebration begins in silence.
The First Action is the Collect followed by

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Isaiah 52: 13-53:12
The Servant of the Lord was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities.[RML]

Between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 30(31): 1=5, 11-12, 14-15, 16+24, (R. Luke 23:46)
Father, I put my life in your hands. [RML]

After the First Reading: Psalm 101(102): 2-5 (Vs. 14)
Domine, exaudi orationem meam, et clamor meus ad te veniat. V. Ne avertas faciem tuam a me: in quacumque dietribulor, inclina ad me aurem tuam. V. In quacumque die invocavero te, velociter exaudi me. V. Quia deferunt sicut fumus dies mei: et ossa mea sicut in firxorio contfrixa sunt. V. Percussus sum sicut fenum, et aruit cor meum: quia oblitus sum manducare panem meum. V. Tu exsurgens, Domine, misereberis Sion: quia venit tempus miserendi eius. [GR. pp. 172-174]

Responsorial Psalm after the First Reading: Ps. 30(31)
v. In manus tuas. R. Commendo spiritum meum
v. Redemisti nos, Domine Deus veritatis R.
In te, Domine, speravi, non confundar in aeternum; in iustitia tua libera me R.
Apud omnes inimicos meos factus sum opprobrium, et vicincis meis valde, et timor notis meis. R.
Oblivioni a corde datus sum tamquam mortuus; factus sum tamquam vas perditum. R.
Ego autem in te speravi, Domine; dixi: "Deus meus es tu manibus tuis sortes meae R.
Eripe me de manu inimicorum meorum et a persequentibus me R.
Illustra faciem in misericordia tua R. [GS. pp. 139-140]

v. In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. R. Father, I put my life into your hands.
V. Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God. R.
V. Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress R.
V. I am the scorn of all my adversaries, a horror to my neighbours, an object of dread to my acquaintances;
V. I have passed out of mind like one who is dead; I have become like a broken vessel. R.
V. But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, " You are my God." R.
V. My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hand of my enemies and persecutors. R.
V. Let your face shine upon your servant; save me in your steadfast love. R. [BFW 127, pp. 79-80]

R. Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. Ps. 30(31) [CBW III 70]

Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16, 5:7-9
Christ learned obedience through what he suffered, and became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him. [RML]

After the Second Reading

Acclamation Antiphon and Verse
There are several Lenten Antiphon to choose from, the one below is only a suggestion
Ant. Praise to you Lord, King of Eternal Glory. Vs. Christ became obedient for us even to death, dying on the cross. Therefore God raised him on high and gave him a name above all other names. Phillipians 2: 8-9 [RML] [CBWIII 70 ii]
After the Second Reading:
Christus Factus est pro nobis obediens usque ad mortem, mortem autem crucis. V. Propter quod et Deus exaltavit illum et dedit illi nomen quod est super omne nomen. Phillipians 2: 8 V. 9 [GR. pp. 148]

Iudica me, Deus, et discerne causam meam de gente non sancta; ab homine iniquo et doloso erue me. R. Saltuare vultus mei, Deus meus.Ps. 42(43): 2 [GS. pp. 221]

Vindicate me, O God, and defend my cause against ungodly people; from those who are deceitful and unjust deliver me. R. My saviour and my God. Ps. 42(43): 2 R. 5d [BFW 232, pp. 154]

Gospel:John 18:1-19:42
The Passion of Jesus Christ, our Lord

At several points all MAY join in singing an appropriate acclamations. Though the gospel need not be interrupted. NB: just because it may be done, DOES NOT mean it MUST be done.

"... and at that moment the cock crowed."
"Then Pilate handed Jesus over to them to be crucified"

after
"Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit."
All may kneel for a period of silence

General Intercessions
For the Church
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For the Pope
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For the Clergy and Laity
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For those preparing for baptism
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For the unity of Christians
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For the Jewish People
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For those who do not believe in Christ
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For those who do not believe in God
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For all in public office
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen

For those in special need
Deacon/Cantor/Celebrant: Intercession...
We Pray to the Lord R. For the sake of your Son, have mercy, Lord.
Prayer:...We ask this through Christ our Lord R. Amen
[CBW III 71]

Veneration of the Cross

Invitation
Celebrant: This is the wood of the cross, on which hung the Saviour of the world. R. Come, let us worship [Roman Missal Sacramentary][CBW III 72, 73]
Celebrant: Ecce lignum Crucis in quo salus mundi pependit. R. Venite adoremus [GR. pp. 175]
Celebrant: Ecce lignum Crucis in quo salus mundi pependit. R. Venite adoremus [GS. pp. 140]
Celebrant: Look on the wood of the cross; on which was raised the Saviour of the world. R. O come let us worship [ BFW 128, pp. 80]
This is repeated three times, either as the cross is being unveiled (I) or when the cross (already unveiled) is processed around the church (II)

Individual parts are indicated by 1 &; 2, parts sung by both are indicated by 1 and 2

Veneration of the Cross
Individual parts are indicated by 1 & 2, parts sung by both are indicated by 1 and 2

1 and 2
We worship you, Lord, we venerate your cross, we praise your resurrection.
Through the cross you brought joy to the world

1 Psalm 66(67):2
May God be gracious and bless us; and let his face shed its light on us.

1 and 2
We worship you, Lord, we venerate your cross, we praise your resurrection.
Through the cross you brought joy to the world

Ant. Crucem tuam adoramus, Domine: et sanctam resurrectionme tuam laudamus et glorificamus: ecce enim porpter lignum venit gaudiam in universo mundo. Ps. Deus miserereatur nostri, et benedicat nobis: illuminet vultum suum super nos, et misereatur nostri. Ant. Crucem tuam ...Ps. 66: 2 [GR. pp. 2]

Reproaches I
1 and 2: My people, what have I1: I led you out of Egypt, done to you? How have I offended you. Answer me! from slavery to freedom, but you led your Saviour to the Cross.
2: My people, what have I1: I led you out of Egypt, done to you? How have I offended you. Answer me!
1: Holy is God
2: Holy and Strong
1: Holy immortal One, have mercy on us!

1 and 2: For forty years I led you safely through the desert. I fed you with manna from heaven and brought you to a land of plenty; but you led your Saviour to the cross.
1: Holy is God
2: Holy and Strong
1: Holy immortal One, have mercy on us!

1 and 2: What more could I have done for you? I planted you as my fairest vine, but you yielded only bitterness: when I was thirsty you gaveme vinegar to drink and you pierced your Saviour with a lance
1: Holy is God
2: Holy and Strong
1: Holy immortal One, have mercy on us! [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Improperia I
2 from Choir 1: Popule meus, quid feci tibi? Aut in quo contristavi te? Responde mihi V. Quia eduxi te trrra Aegypti: parasti Crucem Salvatori tuo.

Ref.
1choir: Hagios o Theos 2 choir: Sanctus Deus
1choir: Hagios Ischyros 2 choir: Sanctus Fortis
1 choir: Hagios Athanantos, elesion hymis.
2 choir: Sanctus Immortalis, miserere nobis

2 from Choir 2: Quia eduxi per desertum quadraginta annis, et manna cibavi te, et introduxi in terram satis optimam: parasti Crucem Salvatori tuo. Ref.

2 from Choir 1: Quid ultra debui facere tibi, et non feci? Ego quidem plantavi te vinem meam speciosissimi: et tu facta es mihi nimis amara: aceto namque sitim meam potasti: et lancea perforasti latus Salcatori tuo. Ref.
[GR. pp. 176-178]

Reproaches II
1 For your sake I scourged your captors and their firstborn sons, but you brought your scourges down on me.
2 My people, what have I done to you? How have I offended you? Answer me!
1 I led you from slavery to freedom and drowned your captors in the sea, but you handed me over to your chief priests. 2 My people, ....
1 I opened the sea before you, but you opened my side with a spear. 2 My people...
1 I led youon your way in a pillar of cloud, but you led me to Pilate's court. 2 My people...
1 I bore you up with manna in the desert, but you struck me down and scourged me 2 My people...
1 I gave you saving water from the rock, but you gaveme gall and vinegar to drink 2 My people...
1 For you I struck down the Kings of Caanan, but you struck my head with a reed. 2 My people...
1 I gave you a royal scepter, but yougave me a crown of thorns 2 My people...
1 I raised you to the height of majesty, but you have raised me high on a cross 2 My people... [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Improperia II
2 from Choir 2: Ego propter te flagellavi Aegytum cum primo genitis suis: et tu me flagellatum tradidisti
Ant: 1 & 2 Choir: Popule meus, quid feci tibi? Aut in quo contrivisti te? Responde mihi.
2 from Choir 1: Ego te eduxi de Aegypto, demerso Pharaone in mare Rubrum: et tu me tradidisti principibus sacerdotum Ant.
2 from Choir 2: Ego ante te aperui mare: et tu aperusiti lancea latus meum. Ant.
2 from Choir 1: Ego ante te praeivi in columna nubis: et tu me duxisti ad praetorium Pilati. Ant.
2 from Choir 2: Ego te pavi manna per desertum: et tu me cecidisti alapis et flagellis. Ant.
2 from Choir 1: Ego te potavi aqua salutis de petra: et tu me potasti felle et aceto. Popule meus, quid fecisti tibi? Aut in quo contristavi te? Respondo mihi. Ant.
2 from Choir 2: Ego propter te Chananaeorum reges percussi: et tu percussisti arundine caput meum Ant.
2 from Choir 1: Ego dedi tibi sceptrum regale: et tu dedisti capiti meo spineam coronam. Ant.
2 from Choir 2: Ego te exaltavi magna virtute: et tu me suspendisti in patibulocrucis.Ant.
[GR. pp. 178-181]

The above may also be sung Cantor sings verses/ Choir sings the antiphon [ GS. pp. 140-141]

V. For you I scourged your captors and their first born sons, but you brought your scourges down on me
R. O my people, what have I done to you? Why are you tired of me? Answer me, O Answer me.
V. I led you from slavery to freedom and drowned your captors in the sea, but you handed me over to your high priests. R.
V. I opened the sea before you, but you opened my side with a spear. R.
V. I led you on your way in a pillar of cloud, but you led me to Pilate's court R.
V. I bore you up with manna in the desert, but you struck me down and scourged me R.
V. I gave you saving water from the rock, but you gave me gall and vinegar to drink R.
V. For you I struck down the kings of Canaan, but you struck my head with a reed. R.
V. I gave you a royal scepter, but you gave me a crown of thorns. R.
V. I raised you to the height of majesty, but you raised me high on a cross R. [BFW 129, pp. 80-81]

Hymn Crux Fidelis Venantius Fortunatus [GR. pp. 182-184]

Then one of the following is sung.

Ant. Crucem tuam adoramus, Domine: et sanctam resurrectionem tuam laudamus et glorificamus: ecce enim propter lignum venit gaudium in universo mundo Ps. 66(67) Deus misereatur nostri, et benedicat nobis: illuminet vultum suum super nos et miserereatur nostri. Ant. [GS. pp. 141- 142]

Ant. Your cross, O Lord, we worship; your resurrection we praise and glorify; through the wood of the cross joy has come to all the world. Ps. 66(67): 2 May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us. Ant. Your cross...

Sing My Tongue, the Ageless Story [CBW III 381, or 69]

There is no mass today, hence there is no Offertory or Offertory Chant. The Blessed Sacrament is brought to the Altar in silence

Communion
An appropriate Communion Hymn may be sung.

All depart in silence - There is absolutely no closing hymn, or recessional or postlude

As for Other hymns to be sung today. Well if you aren't going to follow the official music of the Church, do what ever fits best from your hymnal

The ORGAN should be silent. The singing should be unaccompanied. Worship the Crucified Christ with your voices alone.

Mass of the Lord's Supper ABC

2011-04-18T12:52:00.000-04:00

~CBWIII= Cathoic Book of Worship III, CCCB
~GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
~GS = Graduale Simplex: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican, 1975
~BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
~RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
~Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville

Introit
It is our duty to glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. He saves us and sets us free; through him we find salvation, life, and resurrection. Galations 6: 14 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Nos autem gloriari oportet, in cruce Domini nostri Iesu Christi: in quo est salus, vita, et resurrectio nostra: per quem salvati, et liberati sumus. Ps. Deus misereatur nostri, et benedicat nobis: illuminet vultum suum super nos, et miserereatur nostri. Ant. Vs. 2 Ut cognoscamus in terra viam tuam: in omnibus gentibus salutare tuum. Ant.
Vs. 3 Confiteantur tibi populi, Deus : confiteantur tibi populi, Deus: confiteantur tibi populi omnes Ant Cf. Galations 6: 14 Ps. 66 [GR. pp. 162-163]

Ant. Nos autem gloriari oportet, in cruce Domini nostri Iesu Christi: in quo est salus, vita, et resurrectio nostra: per quem salvati, et liberati sumus.Galations 6: 14 [GS. pp. 130]
~Or~
Ant. Sacerdos in aeternum Christus Dominus secundum ordinem Melchisedech, panem et vinum obtulit.   [GS. pp. 201]
Verses from Pd. 66(67) Below are sugn between repetition of the antiphon
Ps. Deus misereatur nostri, et benedicat nobis: illuminet vultum suum super nos, et miserereatur nostri. Ant.
Vs. 2 Ut cognoscamus in terra viam tuam: in omnibus gentibus salutare tuum. Ant.
Vs. 3 Confiteantur tibi populi, Deus : confiteantur tibi populi, Deus: confiteantur tibi populi omnes Ant
Vs. 4 Letentu et exultent gentes in terra dirigis. Ant.
Vs. 5 Confiteantur tibi populi, Deus, confiteantur tibi populi omnes. Ant.
Vs. 6 Terra dedit fructumsuum; benedicat nos Deus, Deus noster. Ant
Vs. 7 Benedicat nos Deus, et metuant eum omnes fines terrae. Ant.
Ps. 66(67) [GS. pp. 130]

Ant. We should glory in the cross of the Lord Jesus Christ. Galations 6: 14 [BFW 118, pp. 72]
~Or~
Ant.Priest forever, Jesus Christ, the Lord of offered bread and wine Cf. Hebrews 6:20-7:28 [BFW 202, pp. 137]

Verses from Psalm 66(67)1-7 below maybe sung between repetitions of the antiphon
Ps. May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us.
Vs.2 that your way may be known upon th earth, your saving power among all nations
Vs.3 Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you
Vs.4 Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for you judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth
Vs.5 Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you
Vs.6 The earth has yielded its increase; God, our God, has blessed us.
Vs.7 May God continue to bless us; let all the ends of the earth revere him.
[BFW 119, pp. 72-73]

Reception of the Holy Oils:

Presenter of the Oil of the Sick:
The oil of the sick.

Celebrant:
May the sick who are anointed with this oil experience the compassion of Christ and his saving love, in body and soul.

The people may respond:
Blessed be God forever.

Presenter of the Oil of Catechumens:
The oil of catechumens.

Celebrant
Through anointing with this oil may our catechumens who are preparing to receive the savings waters of baptism be strengthened by Christ to resist the power of Satan and reject evil in all its forms.

The people may respond:
Blessed be God forever.

Presenter of the Holy Chrism:
The holy Chrism.

Celebrant
Through anointing with this perfumed Chrism may children and adults, who are baptized and confirmed, and presbyters, who are ordained, experience the gracious gift of the Holy Spirit.

The people may respond:
Blessed be God forever.

The Gloria follows

First Reading:
These are the instructions for the Passover meal. Exodus 12: 1-8, 11-14 [RML]

Between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm:
R. Our blessing-cup is a communion with the blood of Christ. Ps. 115(116):12-13, 15-16, 17-18 (1 Cor. 10:16) [RML]

Graduale
Oculi omnium in te sperant, Domine: et tu das illis escam in tempore opportuno. V. Aperis tu manum tuam: et imples omne animal benedictione.Ps. 144(145):15 V. 16 [GR. pp. 343-4]

Responsorial Psalm
R. In loco pascuae ibi me collocavit
Vs. 1. Dominus pascit me, et mihi deerit: R.
Vs. 2 Super aquas quietis eduxit me, animam meam refecit. R.
Vs. 3 Deduxit me super semitas ustitiae propter nomen suum. R.
Vs. 4 Nam et si ambulavero in valle umbrae mortis, non timebo mala, quoniam tu mecum es R.
Vs. 5 Virga tua, et bacula tuus ipsa me consolata sun R.
Vs. 6 Parasti in conspectu meo mensam adversus cos qui tribulant me. R.
Vs. 7 Impinguasti in oleo caput meum. et calix meus redundat. R.
Vs. 8 Etenim benignitas et misericordia subsequentur me omnibus diebus vitae meae. R.
Vs. 9 Et inhabitabo in Domo Domini in longitudinem dierum. R.
Psalm 22(23) [GS. pp. 131-132]

~Or~
Vs. 1 Exaltabo te, Deus meus rex. R. Benedicam te nomini tuo.
Vs. 2 Magnus Dominus et laudabilis nimis, et magnitudinis eius est investigatio R.
Vs. 3 Generatio generationi laudabit opera tua, et potentiam tuam pronuntiabunt R.
Vs. 4 Suavis omnia opera eiusR.
Vs. 6 Aperis tu manum tuam, et imples omne animal in beneplacito R.
Vs. 7 Iustus Dominus in omnibus suis et sanctus in omnibus operibus suis. R.
Vs. 8 Voluntatem timentium se faciet, et deprecationem eorum exaudiet. R.
Vs. 9 Custodit Dominus omnes diligentes se, et omnes peccatores disperdet. R.
Vs. 10 Laudationem Domini loquetor os meum, et benedicat omnis caro nomini sancto eius in saeculum et in saeculum saeculi R.
Ps. 144(145) [GS. pp. 202-203]

Responsorial Psalm I
Ps. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want R. In green pastures he gives me repose.
Vs2. He leads me beside still waters; he restores my souls. R.
Vs3. He leads me in the right paths for his name's sake. R.
Vs4. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil R.
Vs5. for you are with me; your rod and your staff - they comfort me. R.
Vs6. You prepare a table before me in the presence of mine enemies R.
Vs7. you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows R.
Vs8. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life R.
Vs9. and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long. R.
Ps. 22(23): 1, 2b-6 (R. 2) [BFW 120, pp. 73]

Responsorial II
Ps. I will extol you, my God and King. R. I will bless you name, O Lord
Vs2.Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable. R.
Vs3. One generation shall laud your works to another, and shall declare yourmighty acts R.
Vs4. The Lord is ggod to all, and his compassion is over all that he has made. R.
Vs5. The eyes of all look toyu, and yougive them their food in due season. R.
Vs6. You open your hand, satisfying the desire of every living thing. R.
Vs7. The Lord is jsut in allhisways, and kind in all his doings. R.
Vs8. He fulfills the desire of all you fear him; he also hears their cry, and saves them. R.
Vs9. The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. R.
Vs10My mouth will speak the praise of the Lord, and all flesh will bless his holy name for ever and ever.

Second Reading
As often as you eat this bread and drink this cup you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 [RML]

PreGospel Acclamation antiphon and Verse
Gospel Acclamation Antiphon and Verse:
You can choose from several Gospel Acclamation Antiphons found in the Roman Missal Sacramentary
Ant. Praise to you Lord, king of eternal glory V. I give you a new commandment: love one anotheras I have loved you. John 13:34 [RML]

Tractus
Ab ortu solis usque ad occasum, magnum est nomen meum in gentibus. V. Et in omni sacrificatur, et offertur nomini meo oblatio munda: quia magnum est nomen meum in gentibus V. Venite, comedite panem meum: et bibite vinum, quod miscui vobis. Mal 1: 22 Prov. 9: 3 [GR. pp. 163-4]

From GS.
The Responsorial Antiphon and a verse from its psalm not already used above.

From BFW.

The Responsorial Antiphon and a verse from its psalm not already used above.

Gospel
Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. John 13: 1-15 [RML]

Washing of Feet
Antiphon 1 The Lord Jesus, when he had eaten with his disciples, poured water into a basin and began to wash their feet , saying: This example I leave you.Cf. John 13: 4, 5, 15 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 2
Ant. Lord, do you wash my feet?
Jesus, said to him: If I do not wash your feet, you can have no part with me. R. Ant.
So he came to Simon Peter, who said to him: R. Ant
Now you do not know what I am doing, but later you will understand. R. Ant. John 13: 6, 7, 8 [Roman Missal Sacramentry]

Antiphon 3
If I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, then surely you must wash one another's feet.CF. John 13:14 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 4
If there is this love among you, all wll know that you are my disciples. Jesus said to his disciples: If there is this love among you, all will know you are my disciples. John 13: 35 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 5
I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you. John 13: 34 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 6
Faith, hope, and love, let these endure among you; and the greatest of these is love 1 Corinthians 13: 13 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 1
Postquam surrexit Dominus a cena, misit aquam in pelvim, coepit lavare pedes discipulorum: hoc exemplum reliquit eis. Cf John 13: 4, 5, 6,[GR. pp. 164-5]

Antiphon 2
Dominus Iesus, postquam cenavit cum discepulis suis, lavit pedes eorum, et ait illis: Scitis quid fecerim vobis, ego Dominus et Magister? Exemplum dedi vobis, ut et vos ita faciatis. John 13: 12, 13, 15 [GR. pp. 165]

Antiphon 3
R. Ant. Domine, tu mihi lavas pedes?
V. Respondit Iesus, et dixit ei: Si non lavero tibi pedes, non habebis partem mecum R. Ant.
V. Venit ergo ad simonem Petrum, et dixit ei Petrus: R. Ant.
V. Quod ego facio nescis modo: scies autem postea. R. Ant.

Antiphon 4
Si ego Dominus et Magister vester lavi vobis pedes: quanto magis vos debietis alter aletrius lavere pedes? Cf. John 13: 14 [GR. pp. 166]

Antiphon 5
R. Ant. In hoc cognoscent omnes, quia mei esti discipuli, si dilectionem habueritis ad invicem. V. Dixit Iesus discipulis suis. R. Ant.

Antiphon 6
Mandatum novum do vobis: ut diligatis invicem, sicut dilexi vos, dicit Dominus. John 13: 14 [GR. pp. 167]

Antiphon 7
R. Ant. Maneant in vobis fides, spes, caritas, tria haec: maior autem horum est caritas
V. Nunc autem manent fied, spes, caritas, tria haec: maior autem horum est caritas. R. Ant [GR. pp. 168]

Antiphon 1
Ant. . Mandatum novum do vobis: ut diligatis invicem, sicut dilexi vos, Dicit Dominus.
Verses from Psalm 118(119): 1-10 are sung between repetitions of the above antiphon
Vs. 1 Beati immaculati in via, quia ambolant in lege Domini. Ant.
Vs. 2 In mandatis tuis exercebor, et considerabo vias tuas Ant.
Vs. 3 Viam mandatorum tuorum curram, quia dilatasti cor meum. Ant.
Vs. 4 Ecce concupivi mandata tua; in iustitia tua vivifica me. Ant
Vs. 5 Et ambulabo in latitudine, quia mandata tua exquisivi Ant.
Vs. 6 Et delectabor in praeceptis tuis, quae dilexi. Ant.
Vs. 7 Quomodo dilexi legem tuam, Domine; tota die meditatio mea est. Ant.
Vs. 8 Quam dulcia faucibus meis verbum tuum, super mel ori meo. Ant.
Vs. 9 Lucerna pedibus meis verbum tuum, et lumen semitis meis. Ant.
Vs10 Mirabilia testimonia tua, ideo servavit ea anima mea. Ant
Ps. 118(119): 1, 15, 32, 40, 45, 4129 (R. John13:147, 97, 103, 105, ) [GS, pp. 203-204]

Ant. A new commandment I giv eyou; Love one another as I have loved you.
Ps. Happy are those whose way in blameless, who walk in the way of the Lord. R.
Vs2. I will meditate on your precepts, and fix my eyes on your ways. R.
Vs3. I run the way of your commandments, for you enlarge my understanding. R.
Vs4.  See, I have longed for your precepts; in your righteousness give me life. R.
Vs5. I will walk at liverty, for I have sought your precepts. R.
Vs6. I find my delight in your commandments, because I love them. R.
Vs7. Oh, how I love your loaw! It ismy meditation all day long. R.
Vs8. How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth. R.
Vs9. Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my pathe. R.
Vs10. Your decrees are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them. R.
Ps. 118(119): 1, 15, 32, 40, 45, 4129 (R. John13:147, 97, 103, 105, ) [BFW 121, 122, pp. 74-75]

The Creed is neither recited nor sung

Offertory :
In Lieu of an Offertory Antiphon and Psalm the following Hymn is sung
Where charity and love are found, there is God. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
Ubi caritas est vera [GR. pp. 168-69]
Ubi caritas est vera [GS. pp. 133-135]
Ubi Caritas translated as Where we live as friends in loving kindess, God is dwelling there. [BFW 123, pp. 75-76]

Communion
This body will be given for you. This is the cup of the new covenant in my blood; whenever you receive them, do so in remembrance of me. 1 Corinthians 11: 24-25 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Hoc corpus, quod pro vobis tradetur: hic calix novi testamenti est in meo sanguine, dicit Dominus: hoc facite quotiescumque sumitis, in meam commemorationem. 1 Corinthians11: 24, 24 [GR. pp. 170]
Verses from Psalm 22(23):1-6ab or Ps. 115(116): 15-19 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Ant. Calicem salutaris accipiam, et nomen Domini invocabo
Vs. 1 Credidi, etiam cum locutus mum: Ego militatus sum nimis Ant.
Vs. 2 Quid retribuam Domino pro omnibus quae retribuit mihi. Ant.
Vs. 3 Vota mea Domino reddam coram omni populo aius. Ant.
Vs. 4 Pretiosa in conspectu Domini mors sanctorum eius. Ant.
Vs.5 O Domine, ego servus tuus, ego servus tuus et filius ancille tuae Ant.
Vs.6 Dirupisti vincula mea: tibi sacrificabo hostiam laudis, et nomen Domini invocabo. Ant.
Vs.7 Vota mea Domino reddam coram omni populo eius. Ant.
Vs.8In atriis domus Domini, in medio tui, Ierusalem. Ant.
Ps. 115(116): 1-8 [GS. pp. 135-136]

R. I will take the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord.
Ps.   I kept my faith, even when I said: I am greatly afflicted R.
Vs2 I said in my consternation, "Everyone is a liar." R.
Vs3 What shall I return to the lord for all his bounty to me. R.
Vs4 I will pay my vows to the Lord in the presence of all his people. R.
Vs5 Precious in the sight of thelord is the death of his faithful ones. R.
Vs6 O Lord, I am your servant; I am your servant, the child of your servant girl. You have loosed my bonds. R.
Vs7 I will offer to you a thanksgiving sacrifice and call on the name of the Lord. R.
Vs8 I will pay my vows to the Lord in the presence of all his people. R.
Vs9 in the courts of the house of the Lord in your midst, O Jerusalem R.
Ps. 115(116): 10-12, 14-19 (R. 13) [BFW 124, 125, pp. 76-77]

Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament

Processional to the Tabernacle of Repose
Sing My Tongue , Exclusive of the last 2 stanzas
Pange Lingua gloriosi [GR. pp. 170-171]
Pange, Lingua, Gloriosi [GS. pp. 137-138]
Hail Our Saviour's Glorious Body [BFW 126, pp. 77-78]

At the Tabernacle of Repose
As the Celebrant and ministers kneel to incense the Blessed Sacrament
Down in Adoration Falling
Tamtum Ergo Sacramentum [GR. pp. 172]
Tantum Ergo Sacramentum [GS. pp. 463]
Down in Adoration Falling [BFW 648, pp. 386]
Tantum Ergo Sacramentum [BFW 649, pp. 386]
Then the Tabernacle of Reposition is closed

After a period of Silent Adoration, the celebrant and ministers genuflect and return to the sacristy.
The altar is stripped. No Solemn Adoration after midnight  [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Because so many of the hymns and chant for this day are proscibed, I will not reiterate the above here below. I will though include below other hymns that might cite reference, paraphrase, or be otherwise appropriate.

Introit
When I Behold the Wondrous Cross Cf Galations 6:14 [CBWIII 382]

Responsorial Psalm
The Blessing Cup [CBWIII 66]

Gospel Acclamation Verse
I Give You a New Commandment [CBWIII 66ii]

Washing of Feet
Ubi Caritas (Taize`) [CBWIII 67]

Transfer of The Blessed Eucharist
Pange, Lingua, Gloriosi [CBWIII 68]
Hail Our Saviour's Glorious Body [CBWIII 69]

Mass Setting
New Good Shepherd Mass [Rev. Fr. S. Somerville]

Passion (Palm) SundayYear A

2011-04-06T15:40:00.000-04:00

~CBWIII= Cathoic Book of Worship III, CCCB
~GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
~GS = Graduale Simplex: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican, 1975
~BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
~RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
~Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville

COMMEMORATION OF THE LORD'S ENTRANCE INTO JERUSALEM

Gathering Antiphon:
Hosanna to the Son of David, the King of Israel. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Matthew 21:9 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini. Rex Israel: Hosanna in excelsis.
Psalm 118 Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius. Other verses follow. [Graduale Romanum, p.137]

Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini. Rex Israel: Hosanna in excelsis.
Psalm 118 Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius. Other verses follow. [Graduale simplex, p.115]

Hosanna to the Son of David! Belssed is he who c9mes in the name of the Lord. He is King of Israel. Hosanna in the highest. Ps. O give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever! Matthew 21: 9; Verses from Ps. 117(118): 1, 22-23, 27-28 may be sung betweem repetitions of the antiphon. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 60-61]

Gospel: Matthew 21: 1-11
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Processional Antiphons:

From the Roman Missal Sacramentary
C: Let us Go forward in Peace
R. In the Name of Christ. Amen

The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They carried olive branches and loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They spread their cloaks before him and loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!
Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From the Graduale Romanum

C: Procedemus in pace
R: In nomine Christe, Amen

Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum, obviaverunt Domino, clamantes et dicentes: «Hosanna in excelsis.» [Graduale Romanum, p.138]
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta prosternebant in via, et clamabant dicentes: «Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.» [Graduale Romanum, p.140]
Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From The Graduale Simplex
C: Procedemus in pace
R: In nomine Christe, Amen

Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum, obviaverunt Domino, clamantes et dicentes: «Hosanna in excelsis.» [Graduale simplex, p.116]
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta prosternebant in via, et clamabant dicentes: «Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.» [Graduale simplex, p.118]
Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From Eng. Tr. Graduale Simplex (By Flowing Waters, Dr. Ford)
C:Let us go Forth in peace
R. In the name of Christ. Amen!

The children of the Hebrews, waving olive branches, went to meet the Lord, crying aloud: hosanna in the highest. Ps. The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it John 12: 13 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 61-62]
Verses from Psalm 23(24): 1-10 can be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

~OR~

The Hebrew People spread their garments on the road and shouted, Hosanna to the Son of David: Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Ps. O clap your hands, all you peoples; shout to God with loud songs. Matthew 21 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 62-63]
Verses from Ps. 46(47): 1-9 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Hymn to Christ the King:
All Glory, Laud and Honor [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale Romanum, p.141]
Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale simplex, p.119]
Glory and Honour and Praise...[By Flowing Waters, p. 64]

Responsory on Entry into Church:
The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They proclaimed the resurrection of life; and waiving olive branches, they loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

When the people heard that Jesus was entering Jerusalem, they went to meet him and, waving olive branches, they loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Ingrediente Domino in sanctam civitatem, Hebraeorum pueri resurrectionem vitae pronuntiantes, Cum ramis palmarum: «Hosanna, clamabant, in excelsis.» [Graduale Romanum, p.143]

Hosanna in excelsis: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini: Hosanna in excelsis. [Graduale simplex, p.121]
Verses of Psalm 118 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Hosanna in the Highest. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord, R. Hosanna in the highest. Mark 11: 9 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 66]
Verses from Psalm 117(118) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Liturgy of the Mass
Penitential Rite is omitted

Readings from the Lectionary
First Reading: Isaiah 50: 4-7
I did not hide my face from insult and spitting. The Lord helps me, therefore I have not be disgraced.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 22: 7-8, 16-17, 18-19, 22-23 (R. 1)
R. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?

Second Reading: Phillippians 2: 6-11
Jesus humbled himself. Therefore God highly exulted him.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: Philippians 2: 8-9
Christ became obedient for us even to death, dying on the cross. Therefore God raised him on high and gave him a name above all other names.

Gospel: Matthew 26:14 - 27: 66
The Passion of Jesus Christ, the Lord.
"Even though I must die with you. I will not deny you." And so said all the disciples
Sing an appropriate acclamation

And he went out and wept bitterly
Sing an appropriate acclamation

They compelled this man to carry his cross
Sing an appropriate acclamation

Then Jesus cried again with a loud voice and breathed his last
All kneel for a period of silence

Offertory Antiphon:
Improperium exspectavit cor meum, et miseriam: et sustinui qui simul contristaretur, et non fuit: consolantem me quaesivi, et non in veni: et dederunt in escam meam fel, et in siti mea potaverunt me aceto. Psalm 69:21-22 [Graduale Romanum, p.123]

Iudica causam meam: defende, quia potens es Domine. [Graduale simplex, p.112]
Verses of Psalm 22 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Judge my cause, O Lord; defend me with your power. Ps. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning? [By Flowing Waters, pp. 57-58]
Verses from Psalm 21(22): 1, 2, 20-21 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Communion Antiphon:
Father, if this cup may not pass, but I must drink it, then your will be done. Matthew 26:42 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum: fiat voluntas tua. Matthew 26:42 [Graduale Romanum, p.484]
Psalm 22:2,3,5,7,15cd,17ab,17c-18,22,23,24,28,30c-31a,31b-32 ~OR~ Psalm 116:10,11,12,13,14,15,16ab,16c-17,18,19 can also be sung between repetitions of this antiphon.

Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum, fiat voluntas tua. [Graduale simplex, p.113]
Verses of Psalm 116 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Father, if I must drink from this cup, your will be done. Ps. I kept my faith, even when I said, : I am greatly afflicted;" [By Flowing Waters, p. 58-59]
Verses of PSalm 115(116): 10-19 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Music
Gathering Hymn:
Hosanna filio David[Graduale Romanum, p.137]
Hosanna filio David[Graduale simplex, p.115]
Hosanna to the Son of David! [By Flowing Waters, pp. 60-61]
Hosanna (Taize) CBW III 59
Hosanna (Richard) CBW III 60
Hosanna (Somerville) CBW III 61
Hosanna filio David (da Vittoria )

Processional Hymns
Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum [Graduale Romanum, p.138]
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta [Graduale Romanum, p.140]
Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum [Graduale simplex, p.116]
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta [Graduale simplex, p.118]
The children of the Hebrews, waving olive branches [By Flowing Waters, pp. 61-62]
The Hebrew People spread their garments [By Flowing Waters, pp. 62-63]
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta (da Vittoria)

Hymn to Christ the King:
All Glory, Laud and Honor [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale Romanum, p.141]
Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale simplex, p.119]
Glory and Honour and Praise...[By Flowing Waters, p. 64]
All Glory, Laud and Honour CBW II 486, CBW III 62
The Glory of Our King CBW II 495
The King of Glory CBW II 547

Responsory on Entry into Church:
Ingrediente Domino in sanctam civitatem [Graduale Romanum, p.143]
Hosanna in excelsis: benedictus [Graduale simplex, p.121]
Hosanna in the Highest. Blessed [By Flowing Waters, pp. 66]
Ingrediente Domino (Gregorian Chant)

Acclamations during the Gospel
Salvator Mundi CBW III 370

Prayers of the Faithful
Kyrie Eleison

Offertory Antiphon:
Improperium exspectavit cor meum [Graduale Romanum, p.123]
Iudica causam meam: defende, quia potens es Domine. [Graduale simplex, p.112]
Judge my cause, O Lord; defend me with your power [By Flowing Waters, pp. 57-58]
Improperium exspectavit (Giovanni Giorgi)

Communion
Pater, si non potest hic calix transire [Graduale Romanum, p.484]
Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum, fiat voluntas tua. [Graduale simplex, p.113]
Father, if I must drink from this cup, [By Flowing Waters, p. 58-59]
O Salutaris Hostia [CBW III 689]
O Saving Victim [CBW III 689]
Sing, My Tongue, the Glorious Battle [CBWII 583]

Other Hymns (Offertory and Recessional)
At the name of Jesus CBW III 427
Crown Him with Many Crowns CBWIII 437
Jesus the Lord CBW III
Lift High the Cross CBW III 435
O Cross of Christ CBW III 368 CBW II 483
Though in the Form of God CBW III 687

Mass Setting:
(New) Good Shepherd Mass (Somerville)
Missa Dominicis Adventus et Quadragaesimae

Fifth Sunday of Lent Year A (Third Scrutiny)

2011-04-03T15:55:00.000-04:00

~CBWIII= Cathoic Book of Worship III, CCCB,
~GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
~GS = Graduale Simplex: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican, 1975
~BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
~RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
~Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville
~ * For Celebrating Second Scrutinies of RCIA and RCIC

Introit
Give me justice, O God, and defend my cause against the wicked; rescue me from deceitful and unjust men. You, O God, are my refuge. Ps.42(43): 1-2 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

*I will prove my holiness through you. I will gather you from the ends of the earth; I will pour clean water on you and wash away all your sins. I will give you a new spirit within you says the Lord. Ezek. 36: 23-26 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Iudica me Deus. et discenren causam meam de gente non sancta: ab homine iniquo et doloso eripe: quia tu es Deus meus, et fortitudi mea. Ps. Emitte lucem tuam, et veritatem tuam: ipsa me deduxerunt et adduxerunt in montem sanctum tuum, et in taberncula tua. Ps. 42(43): 1,2,3, [GR. pp. 120]

Deus Meus, eripe me manu peccatoris. [GS, pp. 108]
Verses from Psalm 70(71): 1-3a, 10-15ab, 24 [GS pp. 108-109] may be sung between repetitions of the above antiphon

O God, my God, rescue me from the hands of the wicked Ps. 70(71): 19 [BFW 91, pp. 53]
Verses from Psalm 70(71): 1-3a, 10-15ab, 24 [BFW 92, pp. 54] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

First Reading: Ezekiel 37: 12-14
I will put my spirit within you, and you shall live [RML]

Between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 130: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7b-8 (R. 7b) [Roman Missal Lectionary]
With the Lord there is mercy and fullness of redempton.

Gradual: Ps. 143(144): 9, 10 V. 17, 48, 49 [GR. pp. 121-22]
Eripe me, Domine, de inimicis meis: doce me facere voluntatem tuam. V.Liberator meus, Domine, de gentibus iracundis: ab insurgentibus in me exaltabis me: a viro iniquo eripes me.

Responsorial Psalm :Ps. 21(22): 19a, 1, 6-8, 11, 15, 16c-17a, 22 (R. Cf 19) [GS. pp.109-10]
Ad defensionem meam conspice.

Responsorial Psalm II: Ps. 128(129): 1, 3-8 (R. 2a) [GS. pp. 110-11]
Saepe expungnaverunt mea iuventute mea.

Responsorial Psalm I : Ps. 21(22): 19a, 1, 6-8, 11, 15, 16c-17a, 22 (R. Cf 19)
Lord, come to my defense

Responsorial Psalm II: Ps. 128(129): 1, 3-8 (R. 2a)
They have oppressed me from my youth

Second Reading: Romans 8:8-11
The Spirit of God who raised Jesus from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies

Before the Gospel
Gospel Acclamation and Verse: John 11:25, 26
Ant. Praise to you, Lord, King of Eternal Glory ~ Or any other found in the Roman Missal Sacramentary
V. I am the resurrection and thelife, says the Lord; whoever believes in me will not die forever. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Tract: Ps. 128(129): 1-4
Saepe expugnaverunt me in iuventute mea. V. Dicat nunc Israel: saepe expugnaverunt me in iuventute mea. V. Etenim non potuerunt mihi: supra dorsum meum fabricaverunt peccatores. V. Prolongaverunt iniquitatem sibi: Dominus iustus concidet cervices peccatorum. [GR. pp. 122-3]

Gospel Acclamation Antiphon:
Amen, Amen dico vobis: si quis sermonem meum servaverit, mortem non gustabit in aeternum.
When the acclamation antiphon is used, at least one verse of one of the preceding responsorial psalm [GS, pp. 109-111] , which has not already been sung is added. [GS. pp. 111]

Tract Psalm 128(129): 1-5, 8b-cSaepe expugnaverunt me a iuventute mea, dicat nunc Israel: V. Saepe expugnaverunt me a iuventute mea, etenim non potuerunt adversum me. V. Supra dorsum meum araverunt aratores, prolingaverunt sulcos suos.V. Dominus autem iustus concidit cervices peccatorum. V. confundantur et convertantur retrorsum omnes qui oderunt Sion. V. Benedictio Domini super vos, benedicimus vobis in nomine Domini. [GS. pp. 111-112]

Gospel Acclamation Antiphon: John 8:51
Believe me when I tell you this: if you keep my word, you will never taste death. [BFW 95, pp. 56]
When the acclamation antiphon is used, at least one verse of one of the preceding responsorial psalm [BFW 93-94, pp. 55-56] , which has not already been sung is added

Tract: Psalm 128(129): 1-5, 8b-c
Often they have attacked me from my youth, let Israel now say V. "Often they have attacked me from my youth, yet they have not prevailed against me. V. The plowers plowed on my back; they made their furrows long.V. The Lord is righteous; he has cut the cords of the wicked. V. may all who hate Zion be put to shame and turned backward. V. "The blessing of the Lord be upon you! We bless you in the name of the Lord. [BFW 96, pp. 57]

Gospel: John 11:1-45
I am the resurrection and the life [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Offertory
There is no official translation of the Offertory Antiphon - yet- hopefully there will be for the New translation

Confitebor tibi, Domine, in toto corde meo: retribue serve tuo: vivam et custodiam sermones tuos: vivifica me secundum verbum tuum, Domine. Ps. 118(119): 7, 10, 17, 25 [GR. pp. 123]

Iudica causam meam: defide, quia potens es Domine. [GS. pp. 112-3]
Verses from Psalm 21(22): 1, 2, 20-21 [GS. pp. 112-113] may be sung between repetitions of the above antiphon

Judge my cause, O Lord; defend me with your power Cf. Ps. 42(43): 1 [BFW 97, pp. 57]
Verses from Psalm 21(22): 1, 2, 20-21 [BFW 98, pp. 57-8] may be sung between repetitions of the above antiphon

Communion
Videns Dominus flentes sorores Lazari ad monumentum, lacrimatus est coram Iudaeis, et clamabat: Lazare, veni foras: et prodiit ligatis manibus et pedibus, qui fuerat quatriduanus mortuus. John 11: 33, 35, 43, 44, 39 [GR. pp. 124]
Verses from Psalm 129(130): 1-8 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Pater, si non potest hic calix transire nisi bibam illum, fiat voluntas tua Matthew 24:42 [GS. pp. 113]
Verses from Psalm 115(116): 10-19 [GS pp. 113-4] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

~Or~
Ant. Calicem Salutaris with its psalm from Holy Thrusday Mass of the Lord's Supper [GS. pp. 135]
may be sung as an alternative

Father, if I must drink from this cup, your will be done. Matthew 24:42 [BFW 99, pp. 58]
Verses from Ps 115(116)10-19 [BFW 100, pp. 58-9] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~Or~
The Ant. I will take this cup, with its psalm From Holy Thursday [BFW 124, 125] may be sung as an alternative.

Music

Introit
~Iudica me Deus Ps. 42(43): 1,2,3, [GR. pp. 120]
~Deus Meus, eripe me.Ps. 70(71): 19 [GS, pp. 108]
~O God, my God, rescue me Ps. 70(71): 19 [BFW 91, pp. 53]

Between The Readings
~With the Lord there is mercy [CBWIII 56]
~Eripe me, Domine,[GR. pp. 121-22]
~Ad defensionem meam conspice.[GS. pp.109-10]
~Saepe expungnaverunt mea iuventute mea.[GS. pp. 110-11]
~Lord, come to my defense [BFW, pp. 54]
~They have oppressed me from my youth [BFW pp. 55]

Pre-Gospel
~I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord; whoever believes in me will not die forever. [CBW III]
~Saepe expugnaverunt . [GR. pp. 122-3]
~Amen, Amen dico vobis: [GS. pp. 111]
~Saepe expugnaverunt [GS. pp. 111-112]
~Believe me when I tell you this. [BFW 95, pp. 56]
~Often they have attacked me [BFW 96, pp. 57]

Offertory
~Confitebor tibi,[GR. pp. 123]
~Iudica causam meam [GS. pp. 112-3]
~Judge my cause[BFW 97, pp. 57]

Communion
~Videns Dominus flentes sorores Lazari [GR. pp. 124]
~Pater, si non potest hic calix [GS. pp. 113]
~Calicem Salutaris [GS. pp. 135]
~Father, if I must drink from this cup [BFW 99, pp. 58]
~I will take this cup [BFW 124, 125]

Choral Music
Psalm 43 F Mendelssohn-Bartholdy
Out From the Deep Tallis
Even From the Depth Byrd
Confitebor Tibi Palestrina

Mass Setting
New Good Shepherd Mass (Rev. Fr. Somerville)
Missa XVII In Dominicis Adventus et Quadragesimae [GR. pp. 764-766]

Other Appropriate Hymns
~Jesus Lord Increase Our Faith [ CBW III 411]
~Eternal Father Strong to Save [CBW III 492]

What we have here is a failure to communicate

2011-03-25T09:08:00.000-04:00

A preacher said, "Anyone with 'special needs' who wants to be prayed over, please come forward to the front by the altar."

With that, Leroy got in line, and when it was his turn, the Preacher asked, "Leroy, what do you want me to pray about for you?"

Leroy replied, "Preacher, I need you to pray for help with my hearing."

The preacher put one finger of one hand in Leroy's ear, placed his other hand on top of Leroy's head, and then prayed and prayed and prayed. He prayed intensely for Leroy, and the whole congregation joined in with great enthusiasm.

After a few minutes, the preacher removed his hands, stood back and asked, "Leroy, how is your hearing now?"

Leroy answered, "I don't know. It ain't 'til next week."

Fourth Sunday of Lent Year A (Second Scrutiny) Laetare Sunday

2011-03-19T19:18:00.000-04:00

If you want just the "Appropriate Hymns" Suggestions of CBW III, please scroll down to the end of the post.

~CBWIII= Cathoic Book of Worship III, CCCB,
~GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
~GS = Graduale Simplex: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican, 1975
~BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
~RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
~Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville
~ * For Celebrating Second Scrutinies of RCIA and RCIC
Introit
Rejoice, Jerusalem! Be glad for her, you who love her; rejoice with her, you who mourne for her, and you will find contentment at her consoling breasts. Isaiah 66: 10-11 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Laetare Ierusalem: et conventum facite omnes qui diligitis eam: gaudete cum laetitia, qui in tristitia fuistis: ut exsaultis, et satiemini ab uberibus consolationis vestrae. Ps. Laetatus sum in his quae dicta sunt mihi: in domum Domini ibimus. Cf Isaiah 66: 10-11 Ps. 121(122) [GR, pp. 108-9]

In tribulatione invocavi Dominum, et exaudivit in latitudine. Ps. Confittemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in seculum misericordia eius. Ps 117(118): 1, 4, 7-12, 14, 17 (A. 5) [GS. pp. 102-3]

In my distress I called out to the Lord: God heard my cry and set me free. Ps. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever. Ps. 117(118): 1, 4, 7-12, 14, 17 (A. 5) [BFW 81, 82, pp. 48-9]

* I will prove my holiness through you, I will gather you from the ends of the earth; I will pour clean water on you and wash away all yoursins. i will give you a new spirit within you, says the Lord. Ezek. 36: 23-26 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

First Reading: 1 Samuel 16: 1b, 6-7, 10-13
David was anointed king over Israel.

Between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Ps. 22(23): 1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6, (R.1) [Roman Missal Lectionary]
~Or~
Gradual
Laetatus sum in his quae dicta sunt mihi: in domum Domini ibimus. V. Fiat pax in virtute tua: et abundantia in turibus tuis. Ps. 121(122): 1 V. 7 [GR. pp. 336, 7]
~Or~
Responsorial Psalm I
V. Factus est Dominus refugium pauperi R. Adiutor in tribulationibus Ps. 9: 1-3, 7-8, 10-11, 19 (R. 9) [GS, pp. 103-4]
~Or~
Responsorial Psalm II
V. De Profundis clamavi ad te, Domine. R. Domine exaudi vocem meam. Ps. 129(130): 1-8 (R. 2a) [GS. pp. 104-5]
~Or~
Responsorial Psalm 1
V. The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed R. The Lord is our help in time of distress Ps. 9: 1-3, 7-8, 10-11, 19 (R. 9) [BFW 83, pp. 49]
~Or~
Responsorial Psalm 2
V. Out of the depths I cry to you R. Lord, listen to my voice Ps. 129(130): 1-8 (R. 2a) [BFW 84, pp. 30]

Second Reading: Ephesians 5: 8-14
Rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.

Before the Gospel

Gospel Acclamation and verse : Choose this or any from the Sacramentary
A. Praise to you Lord, King of eternal Glory V. I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life. A. John 8:12 [Roman Missal Lectionary]
~Or~
Tract
Qui confidunt in Domino, sicut mons Sion: non Commovebitur in aeternum, qui habitat in Ierusalem, V. Montes in circuitu eius: et Dominus in circuitu populi sui, ex hoc nunc et usque in saeculum. Ps. 124(125): 1,2 [ GR., pp. 109-110]
~Or~
Gospel Acclamation
Qui verbum Dei retinent corde perfecto et optimo, fructum afferunt in patientia. Cf Luke 8:15 [GS. pp. 105]
When the above Gospel acclamation anitphon is used, at least one verse from one of the preceding responsorial Psalm (From GS pp. 103-105, which has not already been sung is added~Or~
~Or~
Tract
De profundis clamavi ad te, Doine; Domine, exaudi vocem meam. V. Fiant aures tuaes intendentes in vocem depreccationis meae. V. Si iniqitates observaveris, Domine, Domine, quia sustinebit? V. Quia apud te propitiatio est, et timebimus te. V. Sustinui te, Domine; sustinuit anima mea in verbo eius, speravit anima mea in Domino. Ps, 129(130): 1-6a [GS. pp. 106]
~Or~
Gospel Acclamation Antiphon
Keep the word of God with an upright and generous heart and your patience will bear fruit.Cf Luke 8:15 [BFW 85, pp. 51]
When the above Gospel acclamation anitphon is used, at least one verse from one of the preceding responsorial Psalm (From BFW83 or 84), which has not already been sung is added
~Or~
Tract
Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord. Lord hear my voice.V. Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications! V. If you, O Lord, shoudl mark iniquitities, Lord, who could stand. V. But there is forgiveness with you, so that you may be revered. V. I wait for the Lord, my soul waits , and in his word I hope; my soul waits for the Lord. Ps. 129(130): 1-6a [BFW 86, pp. 51]

Gospel: John 9: 1-41
The man who was blind washed his eyes and came back able to see

Offertory
There is no official English translation of the Offertory Antiphon in the Roman Missal Sacramentary

Laudate Dominum, quia benignus est: psallite nomini eius, quoniam suavis est: omnia quaecumquae voluit, fecit in caelo et in terra. Ps. 134(135): 3, 6 [GR. pp. 110]
~Or~
Bonum est confiteri Domino Deo nostro. V. Annuntiare mane misericordiam tuam, et veritatem tuam per noctem. V. Quia delectasti me, Domine, in factura tua, et in operibus manuum tuarum exsultabo V. Quam magnificata sunt opera tua, Domine,: nimis profundae factae sunt cogitationes tuae. V. Iustus ut palma florebit, sicut cedrus Libani succrescut. Ps. 91(92): 2, 4-5, 12 (1a) [GS. pp. 106-7]
~Or~
It is good to give thanks to the Lord our God. V. To declare your steadfast love in the morining and your faithfulness by night.V. For you, O Lord, havemade me glad by your works; at the works of your hands I sing for joy V. How great are your works, O Lord,! Your thoughts are very deep! V. The righteous flourish like the plam tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Ps. 91(92): 2, 4-5, 12 (1a) [BFW 87, 88, pp. 51-2]

Communion
The Lord rubbed my eyes: I went away and washed; then I could see, and I believed in God. Cf John 9:11 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
~Or~
Lutum fecit ex sputo Dominus, et linivit oculos meos: et abii, et lavi, et vidi, et credidi Deo.John 9: 6, 11, 38 [GR. pp. 111]
Verses from Psalm 26(27): 1ab, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 13 may be sung betweeen reptitiions of the above antiphon
~Or~
Ant. Introibo ad altare Dei: ad Deum qui laetificat iuventuem meam. V. Iudica me, deus, et discerne causam meam de gente non sancta; ab homine iniquo et doloso erue me. V. Quia tu es Deus refugii mei; quare me reppulisti, et quare tristis incedo, dum affligit me inimicus? V. Emitte lucem tuam et veritatem tuam; ipsa me deducant et adducant in montem sanctum tuum et in tabernacula tua. V. Confitebor tibi in cithara, Deus, Deusmeus: quare tristis es, anima mea, et quare conturbaris in me ? V. Spera in Deo, quoniam adhuc confitebor illi, salutare vultus mei et deus meus. Ps. 42(43): 1-5 (Ant. 4ab)[GS. pp. 107-8]
~Or~
I will go to the altar of God, the God of my gladness, the God of my joy.Ps. 42(43): 4ab [BFW 89, pp. 52]
Verses from Psalm 42(43): 1-5, (41(42): 1-6a [BFW 90, pp. 52-3] can be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Music for the Liturgy

Introit
~ Laetare Ierusalem [GR, pp. 108-9]
~ In tribulatione invocavi Dominum [GS. pp. 102-3]
~ In my distress I called out to the Lord: [BFW 81, 82, pp. 48-9]

Between The Readings
~ The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.[ CBW III]
~ Laetatus sum [GR. pp. 336, 7]
~ Adiutor in tribulationibus [GS, pp. 103-4]
~ Domine exaudi vocem meam. [GS. pp. 104-5]
~ The Lord is our help in time of distress. [BFW 83, pp. 49]
~ Lord, listen to my voice [BFW 84, pp. 30]

Before the Gospel
~ I am the light of the world [CBW III]
~ Qui confidunt in Domino[ GR., pp. 109-110]
~ Qui verbum Dei [GS. pp. 105]
~ De profundis [GS. pp. 106]
~ Keep the word of God [BFW 85, pp. 51]
~ Out of the depths [BFW 86, pp. 51]

Offertory
~ Laudate Dominum, [GR. pp. 110]
~ Bonum est confiteri [GS. pp. 106-7]
~ It is good to give thanks [BFW 87, 88, pp. 51-2]
~ Laudate Dominum [Palestrina]

Communion
~ Lutum fecit [GR. pp. 111]
~ Introibo ad altare Dei [GS. pp. 107-8]
~ I will go to the altar of God [BFW 89, pp. 52]

Mass Setting
New Good Shepherd Mass (Fr. S. Somerville)
Kyrie [CBWIII 235]
Gospel Acclamation Antiphon [CBWIII 260]
Sanctus/Benedictus [CBWIII 283 A]
Memorial Acclamations [CBWIII 283 B-C]
Great Amen [CBWIII 283 D]
The Lord's Prayer [CBW III 287]
Agnus Dei [CBWIII 288]

Choral Music
De Profundis [Charpentier]
Laudate Dominum [Franciscus Bianciardus]
Psalm 43 [F Mendelssohn-Bartholdy]
Laetatus Sum [Victoria]

Other Appropriate Hymns
I Rejoiced When I Heard Them Say [CBW III588]
The Lord's My Shepherd [CBWIII 488]
The Lord, My Shepherd Rules my Life [CBWIII 489]
My Shepherd Is The Lord [CBWIII 606]
O Radiant Light, O Sun Divine [CBWIII 669]
O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts [CBWIII 654]
Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness [CBWIII 582]
*Grant To Us, O Lord [CBWIII 621a]- Cites Entrance Antiphon for Second Scrutiny

St. Patrick's Day

2011-03-17T18:07:00.000-04:00

Erin Go Bragh

Third Sunday of Lent Year A

2011-03-14T19:55:00.000-04:00

If you want just the "Appropriate Hymns" Suggestions of CBW III, please scroll down to the end of the post.

~CBWIII= Cathoic Book of Worship III, CCCB, ~GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
~BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
~RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
~Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville

* = Suggestions for First Scrutiny in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Introit
My eyes are ever fixed on the Lord, for he releases my feet from the snare. O look at me and be merciful, for I am wretched and alone. Ps. 24(25): 15-16 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
~Or~
I will prove my holiness through you. I will gather you from the ends of the earth; I will pour clean water on you and wash away all your sins, I will give you a new spirit within you, says the Lord. Ezek. 36:23-26 [Roman Missal Sacramentary] * May also be used for First Scrutiny

Oculi mei semper ad Dominum, quia ipse evellei de laqueo pedes meos: respice in me, et miserere mei quoniam unicus et pauper sum ego. Ps. Ad te Domine levavi animam meam : Deus meus, in te confido, non reubescam. ps. 24(25): 15-16, Vs. 1-2 [GR. pp. 96]
~Or~
Dum santificatus fuero in vobis, congregabo vos de universis terris: et effundam super vos aquam mundam, et mundabimini ab omnibus iniquinamentis vestris: et dabo vobis spiritum novum. Ps. Benedicam Dominum in omni tempore: semper laus eius in ore meo. Ezek. 36: 23-26, Ps. 33 [GR. pp. 249]
~Or~
My eyes are always, always on the Lord Ps. 24(25): 15a [BFW 71, pp. 42]
Verses fromPs. 24(25): 1-2ab, 5-7, 11, 16-18, 20 [BFW 72, pp. 42-3] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

First Reading:
Give us water to drink. Exodus 17: 3-7 [RML]

Chant Between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm:
R. If today you hear God's voice, harden not your hearts Ps. 95(96): 1-2, 6-7ab, 7c-9 (R. 7c+8a) [RML]

Gradual
Ex surge Domine, non praevaleat homo: iudicentur gentes in conspectu tuo. V. In convertendo inimicum meum retrorsum, infirmabuntur, et peribunt a facie tua. Ps. 9: 20 V. 4 [GR. pp. 96-7]

Responsorial Psalm
R. Lord God, you are my saviour. Ps. 37(38): 22a, 1-4, 6-10 (R. 22b) [BFW 73, pp. 43-4]
~Or~
R. Have mercy on us. Ps. 122(123): 3b-4 (R. 3a) [BFW 74, pp. 44-5]

Second Reading:
God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Hoy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5: 1-2, 5-8 [RML]

Chant Before the Gospel
Antiphon: Praise to you Lord, King of Eternal Glory [Or another appropriate antiphon from the Sacramentary]
Verse: Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the world; give me living water, that I may never thirst again. John 4: 42, 15 [RML]

Tract
Ad te levavi oculos meos, qui habitas in caelis. Ps. Ecce sicut oculi servorum in manibus Dominorum suorum: V. Et sicut oculi ancillae in manibus

Gospel Acclamation Antiphon
We do not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.
When the above acclamation is used at least one verse of the preceding Responsorial Psalms (BFW 73 or 75) , which has not already been sung is added.[BFW 75, pp. 45]
~Or~
Tract
Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.
V. As themountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people, from this time on and forevermore. V. for the scepter of wickedness shallnot rest on the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous mightnot stretch out their hands to do wrong. V. Do goo, O Lord, to those whoa re good, and tothose who are upright in their hearts. V. But those who turn aside to their own crooked ways the Lord will lead away evildors. Peace be upon Israel. Ps. 124(125): 1-5 [BFW 76, pp. 45-6]

Gospel:
The water that I will give will become a spring of water gushing up to eternal life John 4: 5-42 [RML]

Offertory Antiphon
There is no English translation of the Offertory Antiphon

Iustitiae Domini rectae, laetificantes corda, et dulciora super mel et favum: nam et servus tuus custodiet ea Ps. 18(19): 9, 11, 12 [GR, pp. 309]

Break your bread with the hungry, and bring the poor and homeless into your house. Isaiah 58:7 [BFW 77, pp. 46]
Verses from Ps. 111(112): 1bc, 3, 5, 9 [BFW 78, pp. 46-7] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antiphon
Whoever drinks the water that I shall give him, says the Lord, will have a spring inside him, welling up for eternal life. John 4:13-14 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Qui biberit aquam, quam ego daboei, dicit Dominus, fiet in eo fons acquae salientis in vitam aeternam John 4: 13-14 [GR. pp. 99]
Verses from Canticle Isaiah 12: 1,2abcd, 3, 4abcd, 5, 6 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

The Lord is my light and my salvation Ps. 26(27): 1ab [BFW 79, pp. 47]
Verses from Psa. 26(27): 1cd-5ab, 7-8, 13-14 [BFW 80, pp. 47] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

MUSIC SUGGESTIONS

From the Proper Texts
Introit
~Oculi mei semper ad Dominum, [GR. pp. 96]
~Dum santificatus fuero in vobis,[GR. pp. 249]
~My eyes are always, [BFW 71, pp. 42]
~Oculi mei semper ad Dominum [Morago]

Between the Reading
~If today you hear God's voice[CBW III 50 ]
~Ex surge Domine, [GR. pp. 96-7]
~Lord God, you are my saviour [BFW 73, pp. 43-4]
~ Have mercy on us. [BFW 74, pp. 44-5]

Before the Gospel
~ Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the world [RML]
~Ad te levavi oculos meos
~WE do not live on bread alone [BFW 75, pp. 45]
~Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion[BFW 76, pp. 45-6]

Offertory
~Iustitiae Domini rectae, laetificantes corda [GR, pp. 309]
~Break your bread with the hungry [BFW 77, pp. 46]

Communion
~Qui biberit aquam [GR. pp. 99]
~The Lord is my light and my salvation [BFW 79, pp. 47]

Mass Setting
New Good Shepherd Mass (Fr. S. Somerville)

Other Appropriate Hymns
Grant to Us Lord [CBW III 621A]
Salvator Mundi [CBWIII 370]
Praise the One who Breaks the Darkness [CBWIII 582]
Christians Let Us Love One Another [CBWIII 595]

Premonitions

2011-03-12T17:51:00.000-05:00

Ever since I was 14 years old, I have had premonitions. Any time I "see" a black animal, by that I mean I have a "vision" of a black animal, I know someone will die. There is usually something about the animal, that will tell me the approximate time, but I never know who will die. I do not seek this sight out, I do not want these visions or this knowledge: when I "feel" the vision coming I do everything I can to think about someting else, but even if I can postpone it, it will come next without warning. I have to believe God has given me this. When I get this sight, I ususally cry, knowing someone will die. And I pray, sometimes, but not knowing who the vision is about, it is hard to know what to pray or how to pray it.

Sometimes there is some white in the animal or there are two animals, one white and one black, which usually means, the death will come during the time of a celebration

The second last black animal I dreamt was a black ant. It had its 3 sectioned body and I knew it would happen in three months. The timing told me it was probably my dad. And sure enough, three months later he died.

Don't tell me it's coincidence, because as I've said it is 30 years of this.

Should I do more than pray for the soul?
BTW
I cannot and do not take requests to have visions. And no - thinking purposely of a black animal doesn't cause a death

Recognitio recieved

2011-03-07T18:02:00.001-05:00

Apparently the recognitio that Canada was waiting for apparently had nothing to do with standing (rather not kneeling) or the French GIRM, but the Canadian Lectionary NSRV Translation. The NSRV Translation, which Canada has been using for so many years, has finally been approved.

Without this approval, it would have been indeed very difficult to proceed to printing up the New Mass in Canada. What point would it be to have a new mass, a new GIRM, and a Lectionary whose translation was still unapproved. Now the CCCB can print up all the Liturgical Books at the same time. Yeah

Second Sunday Lent A

2011-03-07T10:17:00.000-05:00

GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press; English Translation of the Graduale Simplex
RML=Roman Missal Lectionary: CCCB National Liturgical Office; Publication Service; Ottawa; 1992
Roman Missal Sacramentary = Cf New St. Joseph's Missal; Liturgical Press; Collegeville,

Introit:
Remember your mercies, Lord, your tenderness from ages past. Do not let our enemies triumph over us; O God, deliver Israel from all her distress. Ps. 24(25): 6, 3, 22 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
~ Or~
My heart has prompted me to seek your face; I seek it, Lord; do not hide form me. Ps. 26(27): 8-9 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Reminiscere miserationum tuarum, Domine, et misericordiae tuae, quae a saeculo sunt: ne unquam dominentur nobis inimici nostri: libera nos Deus Israel ex omnibus angustiis nostris Ps. Ad te Domine levavi animam meam: Deus meus in te confido, non erubescam. Ps. 24(25): 6,3,22 V. 1-2 [GR. pp. 81]

Tibi dixit cor meum, quaesivi vultum tuum, vultum tuum Domine requiram: ne avertas faciem tuam a me. Ps. Dominus illuminatio mea, et salus mea: quem timebo? Ps. 26(27): 8-9,V.1 [GR. pp. 88]

Jesus took his disciples up the mountain and was transfigured in their presence.Matthew 17: 1-2 [BFW 346, pp. 214]

Verses from Psalm 83(84): 1-4, 8-11 [BFW 347, pp. 214] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

First Reading: Genesis 12:1-4
The calling of Abraham, father of the people of God [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Chant between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm:
Let your love be on us, Lord, as we place our hope in you. Ps. 32(33): 4-5, 18-19, 20+22 (R. 22)[Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual

Sciant gentes quoniam nomen tibi Deus: tu solus Altissimus super omnem terram. V. Deus meus, pone illos ut rotam, et sicut stipulam ante faciem venti Ps. 83(84): 19V.14 [GR.89]

Responsorial Psalm II

Have mercy on us Ps. 122(123): 3b, 1-4 (R. 3a) [BFW 74, pp. 44-5]

Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1:8b-10
God called us tobe holy and gives us life and immortality through the gospel [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Chant Before the Gospel

Gospel Acclamation Verse:
From the bright cloud the Father's voice is heard: This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him. Cf Luke 9:35 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Tract:

Commovisti Domine terram , et conturbasti eam. V. Sana contritiones eius, quia mota est. V. Ut fugiant a facie arcus, ut liberentur electi tui Ps. 59(60):4, [GR pp. 89-90]

Acclamation Antiphon and Versicle

We do not live on bread alone, but on ev'ry word that comes from the mouth of God Gospel: Matthew 4:4 [BFW 75, pp. 45]
Use one of the Psalm verses of the Responsorial Psalm not used above [BFW 45, pp. 44-45]

Gospel: Matthew 17: 1-9

Jesus' face shone like the sun. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Offertory Antiphon

There is no official English translation of the Offertory Antiphon

Meditabor in mandatis tuis, quae dilexi valde: et levabo manus meas ad mandata tua, quae dilexi. Ps. 118(119): 47-48 [GR, pp. 356]

Let us make three tabernacles: one for you, Lord, one for Moses, and one for Elijah. Mark 9:5 [BFW 351, pp. 217]

Verses from Psalm 132(133): 1-3 [ BFW 352, pp. 217] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antipon

This is my Son, my beloved, in whom is all my delight: listen to him. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
Visionem quam vidistis, nemini dixeritis, donec a mortuis resurgat Filius hominis. Matthew 17:9 [GR. pp. 90]
Verses from Ps. 44(45): 2ab-8, 18b or Ps. 96(97): 1-6, 11-12 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Tell no one of the vision you have seen until the Son of Man is risen from the dead. Matthew 17:9 [BFW 353, pp. 218]
Verses from Psalm 44(45):1-7, 17 [BFW 354, pp. 218] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Mass Settings
Missa Jubilate Deo ( Latin) found in the CBW III
New Mass of the Good Shepherd ( Rev. Fr. S. Somerville)

Music
Introit
~Reminiscere miserationum tuarum, [GR. 81]
~Tibi dixit cor meum [GR. pp. 88]
~Jesus took his disciples [BFW 346, pp. 214]

Between the Readings
~Let your love be on us, Lord, as we place our hope in you.[CBW III]

~Sciant gentes quoniam nomen tibi Deus [GR.89]

~Have mercy on us [BFW 74, pp. 44-5]

Before the Gospel
~From the bright cloud the Father's voice is heard [CBW III]
~Commovisti Domine terram [GR pp. 89-90]
~We do not live on bread alone[BFW 75, pp. 45]

Offertory Antiphon
~Meditabor in mandatis tuis [GR, pp. 356]
~Let us make three tabernacles: [BFW 351, pp. 217]
~Meditabor in mandatis tuis [Witt]
Communion
~Visionem quam vidistis, [GR. pp. 90]
~Tell no one of the vision [BFW 353, pp. 218]
~Visionem quam vidistis [Gregorian Chant]
Other Appropriate Hymns
O Light of Light, O Love Given Birth [CBW III 434]
O Raise Your Eyes on High [CBW III 366]
To Abraham and Sarah [CBW III 519]
O Lord Throughout These Forty Days [CBWIII 367]
O Jesu, Joy of loving Hearts [CBWIII 654]

First Sunday Lent A

2011-03-03T11:41:00.000-05:00

GR = Graduale Romanum: Abbaye de Solesmes, Sarthe, France, 1973
BFW= By Flowing Waters: Dr. Paul Ford, Collegeville, Liturgical Press English Translation of the Graduale Simplex

Introit
~When he calls to me, I will answer; I will rescue him and give him honour. Long life and contentment will be his. Ps. 90(91): 15, 16 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

~Invocabit me, et ego exaudiam eum: eripiam eum, et glorificabo eum: longitudine dierum adimplebo eum. Ps. Qui habitat in diutorio Altissimi, in protectione Dei caeli commorabitur Ps. 90(91): 15-16 V. 1 [GR, pp. 71]

~When you call to the Lord, God will listen; when you cry out, God will say: Here I am. Isaiah 58:9b [BFW #61, pp. 36-7]
Verses from Ps. 90(91): 1-2, 4-6, 9-13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [BFW #62, pp. 37]

Reading; Gen 2: 7-9, 16-18, 25; 3:17
Sins of our First Parents

Chant between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm:
R. Have mercy, O Lord, for we have sinned Ps 50(51)

GradualAngelis suis mandavit de te, ut custodiant te in omnibus viis tuis. V. In manibus portabunt te, ne unquam offendas ad lapidem pedem tuum, Ps. 90(91): 11-12 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 72]

Responsorial Psalm
R. Beneath God's wings you will take refuge . Ps. 90(91): 4ab, 10-16 R. 4b [BFW # 63, pp. 38]
~OR~
R. Because I have sinned against you. Ps. 40(41): 4-9 R. 4b [BFW # 64, pp. 39]

Second Reading: Romans 5: 12-19 ~or~ 5:12, 17-19
Saved through Christ

Chant Before the Gospel
Gospel Acclamation Verse
V. Man does not live by bread alone,but by every word that comes from the mouth of God. Matthew 4:4 [Roman Missal Lectionary]
Tract
Qui habitat in adiutorio Altissimi, in protectione Dei celi commorabitur. V. Dicet Domino: Susceptor meus es, et refugium meum, Deus meus: sperbo in eum. V. Quonim ipse liberavit me de laqueo venantium, et a verbo aspero. V. Scapulis suis obumbravit tibi, et sub pennis eius sperabis V. Scuto circumdabit te veritas eius: non timebis a timore nocturno. V. A sagitta volante per diem, a negotio perambulante in tenebris, a ruina et daemonio meridiano. V. Cadent a latere tuo mille, et decem millia a dextris tuis: tibi autem non appropinquabit. V. Quoniam Angelis suis mandavit de te, ut custodiant te in omnibus viis tuis V. In manibus portabunt te, ne unquam offendas d lapidem pedem tuum. V. Super aspidem et basiliscum ambulabis, et conculcabis leonum et draconem. V. Quoniam in me speravit, liberabo eum: protegam eum, quoniam cognovit nomen meum. V.Invocabit me, et ego exaudiam eum: cum ipso sum in tribulatione. V. Eripiam eum, et glorificabo eum: longitudine dierum adimplebo eum, et ostendam illi salutare meum. Ps. 90(91): 1-7, 11-16 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 73-6]

Gospel Acclamation Antiphon
To you is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God; for the rest there are ony parables, said Jesus to his discipes Mark 4:11 [BFW # 65, pp. 39]
When the acclamation Antiphon is used, at least one verse from the preceding responsorial Psalm, not used, is added

~Or~

Tract
V.As for me, I sid, " O Lord, be gracious to me; heal me for I have sinned against you. V. My enemies wonder in malice when I die, and my name perish V. And when they come to see me, they utter empty words, while their hearts gather mischief; when they go out, they tell it abroad V. All who hte me whisper together about me; they imagine the worst for me. V. But you have upheld me because of my integrity, and set me in your presence forever. Ps. 40(41): 4-7, 12 [BFW # 66, pp. 40]

Gospel: Matthew 4: 1-11
Temptation

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official translation of the Offertory Antiphon in the [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

~Scapulis suis obumbrabit tibi Dominus, et sub pennis eius sperabis: scuto circumbabit te veritas eius. Ps. 90(91): 4-5 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 76-7]

~When you give alms, let not your left hand know what your right hand is doing Matthew 6:3 [BFW #67, pp. 40]
Verses from Psalm 50(51): 1-3 [BFW # 68, pp. 40-1] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Communion Antiphon
~Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. Matthew 4:4 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

~Scapulis suis obumbravit tibi, et sub pennis eius sperbis: scuto circumdabit te veritas eius. Ps.90(91): 4-5 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 77]
Verses from Ps. 90(91): 1-3, 11-16 my be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

~Lord listen to my cry. Ps. 5: 1b [BFW # 69, pp. 41]
Verses from Psalm 5: 1-8, 11-12 [BFW # 70, pp. 41-2]may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Music Suggestions

Introit
~Invocabit me, [GR, pp. 71]
~When you call to the Lord, [BFW #61, pp. 36-7]

Chant between the Readings
Responsorial Psalm:
~Have mercy, O Lord, for we have sinned [CBW44]
Gradual
~Angelis suis mandavit de te [GR, pp. 72]
Angelis suis mandavit de te [Michalel Hadyn]
Responsorial Psalm
~Beneath God's wings you will take refuge..[ BFW # 63, pp. 38]
~ Because I have sinned against you. [BFW # 64, pp. 39]

Chant before the Gospel
~Gospel Acclamation Verse
Man does not live by bread alone [CBW III 44 ii]
~Tract
Qui habitat in adiutorio Altissimi, [GR, pp. 73-6]
~Gospel Acclamation Antiphon
To you is given [BFW # 65, pp. 39]
~Tract
As for me, BFW # 66, pp. 40]

Offertory Antiphon
~ Scapulis suis obumbrabit [GR, pp. 76-7]
~ When you give alms [BFW #67, pp. 40]
Scapulis suis obumbrabit [Palestrina]

Communion Antiphon
~Scapulis suis obumbravit tibi [Graduale Romanum, pp. 77]
~Lord listen to my cry. [BFW # 69, pp. 41]
Scapulis Suis [Gregorian Chant]
Mass Setting
New Good Shepherd Mass (Fr. S. Somerville)

Choral Music
Angelis suis mandavit de te
Other Hymns
My Refuge, My Fortress, My God in Whom I Trust [CBW 496]
Creator God, Creating Still [CBW III 420]
Have Mercy, Lord On Us [CBW III 358]
Have Mercy On Me [CBW III 364]
O Jesu, Joy of Loving Hearts [CBW III 654]

Ash Wednesday Year A

2011-02-28T15:37:00.000-05:00

English Antiphons are from the [Roman Missal Sacramentary], as cited in New Saint Joseph Canadian Missal: Prayerbook and Hymnal for 2011; Catholic Book Publishing; New Jersey2010

Thematic explanations of Readings taken from New Saint Joseph Canadian Missal: Prayerbook and Hymnal for 2011; Catholic Book Publishing; New Jersey2010

Readings from the [Roman Missal Lectionary] as cited in New Saint Joseph Canadian Missal: Prayerbook and Hymnal for 2011; Catholic Book Publishing; New Jersey2010

There is no English Translation of the Offertory Antiphons

Latin Antiphons and Psalm cited from Graduale Romanum; Abbaye Saint-Pierre de Solesmes; Desclee &; Co; 1974

English translations of the Antiphons and Psalms from the Graduale Simplex, are cited from by Flowing Waters ; Dr. Paul Ford; The Liturgical Press; Collegeville, Minnesota; 1999

Introit
Lord, you are merciful to all, and hate nothing you have created. You overlook the sins of men to bring them to repentancel You are the Lord our God. Wisdom 11:24-25, 27 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Misereris omnium, Domine, et nihi odisti eorum quae fecisti, dissimulans peccata hominum propter paenitentiam, et parcens illis: quia tu es Dominus Deus noster Ps. Miserere mei Deus, miserere mei: quoniam in te confidit anima mea. Wisdom 11:24-27, 27; Ps. 56(57) [Graduale Romanum, pp. 62]

Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy on me. Ps. 56(57): 1ab By Flowing Waters #48 p. 29]
Verses from Psalm 56(57): 1de-3, 5, 7-11[BFW #49, pp. 29] may be sung between repetitions of the Antiphon
~OR~
The days have come , the time for repentance, to redeem us from our sins and to save us. [By Flowing Waters, # 50 pp. 30]
Verses from Psalm 68(69) Save me, O God [BFW #218, pp. 146] or the Canticle of Wisdom [BFW #51, pp. 30] may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Omit Penitential Rite and Gloria

First Reading: Joel 2:12-18 [Roman Missal Lectionary]
Rend your Hearts

Responsorial Psalm
R. Have mercy, O Lord, for we have sinned Psalm 50(51) [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Graduale
Miserere mei Deus, miserere mei: quoniam in te confidit anima mea. V. Misit caelo, et liberavit me: dedit in opprobrium conculcantes me. Ps. 56(57): 2 V.4

R. Be merciful to me O God. Psalm 50(51): 1a
Verses from Psalm 50(51): 1-3, 7-12 is sung between repetitions of the responses [By Flowing Waters # 52, pp. 31]
~OR~

R. Deal kindly with us sinners, deal; kindly. Ps. 78(79): 9b
Verses from Ps. 78(79): 9a, 4-5, 8, 10a, 11, 13 is sung between repetitions of the responses [By Flowing Waters, # 53, pp. 32
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2[Roman Missal Lectionary]
The Acceptable Time

Gospel Acclamation Verse
R. Praise to you Lord, King of endless glory! V. Today, harden not your hearts, but listen to the voice of the Lord. Ps. 94(95):7-8 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Tract
Domine, non secundum peccata nostra, quae fecimus nos: neque secundum iniquitates nostras retribuas nobis. V. Domine, ne memineris iniquitatum nostrum antiquarum: cito anticipent nos misericordiae tuae, quia pauperes facti sumus nimis. V. Adiuva nos, deus saltaris noster: et propter gloriam nominis tui, Domine, libera nos: et propitius esto paccatis nostris, propter nomen tuum. Ps. 102(103):10 ; 78: 8 & 9 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 64]

Tract C
Help us, O God of our Salvation, for the glory of your name; deliver us, and forgive our sins, for your name's sake. Ps. 78(79): 9,4,5, 8, 13 is sung [BFW 54, pp. 33]
Gospel: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18[Roman Missal Lectionary]
Almsgiving, Prayer and Fasting

Distribution of Ashes

Antiphon 1: Joel 2:13
Come back to the Lord, with all your heart; leave the past in ashes, and turn to God with tears and fasting, fo rhe is slow to anger and ready to forgive.[Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Antiphon 2: Joel 2:17; Esther 13:17
Let the priests and ministers of the Lord lament before his altar, and say: Spare us, Lord; spare your people! Do not let us die for we are crying out to you. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Responsory Baruch 3:5
Direct our hearts to better things, O Lord; heal our sin and ignorance. Lord, do not face us suddenly with death, but give us time to repent.
R. Turn to us with mercy, Lord; we have sinned against you.
V. Help us, God our Saviour, rescue us for the honour of your name Ps. 78(79):9
R. Turn to us with mercy, Lord; we have sinned against you.

Antiphon I
Immutemur habitu, incinere et cilicio: ieiunemus, et ploremus ante Dominum: quia multum misericors est dimettere peccata nostra Deus noster. Joel 2: 13 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 65]

Antiphon IV
Iuxta vestibulum et altare plorabunt sacerdotes et levitae ministri Domini, et dicent: Parce Domine, parce populo tuo: et ne dissipes ora clamantium ad te, Domine. Joel 2: 17; Esther 13:17 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 65-6]

Responsorio II
Emendemus in melius, quae ignoranter peccavimus: ne subito praeoccupati die mortis, quaeramus spatium paenitentiae, et invenire non possimus.* Attende Domine, et miserere: quia peccavimus tibi** V. Adiuva nos, Deus salutaris noster: et propter honorem nominis tui, Domine, libera nos, * Attende...** [Graduale Romanum, pp. 66-7]

Take away, O God, my wickedness Ps. 50(51): 1b [By Flowing Waters, # 55, pp. 33]
Verses from Psalm 50(51): 1-19 is sung between repetitions of the above antiphon [BFW # 56, pp. 33-4]

Offertory Antiphon
Exaltabo te Domine, quoniam suscepisti me, nec delectasti inimicos meos super me: Domine clamavi ad te, et sanasti me. Ps. 29(30):2-3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 313]

The Lord has come to help me Ps. 29(30): 11b [By Flowing Waters, # 57, pp. 35]
Verses from Psalm 29(30): 1, 2, 9cd, 10 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antiphon
The man who meditates day and night on the law of the Lord will yield fruit in due season. Ps.1:2-3 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Qui meditabitur in lege Domini die ac nocte, dabit fructum suum in tempore suo. Ps. 1: 2b, 3b
Verses Ps. 1: 1-6 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

O give us, Lord, your help in time of suff'ring Ps. 59(60):11a [By Flowing Waters, #59, pp. 36]
Verses from Psalm 59(60): 1-5, 11,12 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [BFW #60, pp. 36]

Choral Music
Domine non secundum (Franck)
Immutemur habitu ( De Morales)
Immutemur habitu (Nunes Garcia)
Emendemus in melius, quae ignoranter (Morales)
Emendemus in melius (Byrd)
Exaltabo te Domine (Scarlatti)
Exaltabo te Domine ( Palestrina )

Other Hymn Suggestions
Have Mercy Lord On Us [SOUTHWELL] CBW III358
Have Mercy On Me [ Gelineau, The Grail] CBW III 364
O Sun of Justice Fill Our Hearts [WAREHAM] CBW III 371
Come and Sing to God our Saviour [ UNSER HERRSCHER] CBW III 646
Praise My Soul The King of Heaven [LAUDA ANIMA] CBW III 565

Mass Setting
New Mass of the Good Shepherd [Stephen Somerville]

Roger Cardinal Mahoney is retiring on Sunday.

2011-02-26T18:00:00.000-05:00

He turns 75 and his resignation has apparently been accepted
Archbishop Jose Gomez of Opus Dei will replace him.

Newspaper article praising Cardinal Mahony here.

Hitler reacts to Gomez here.

For all of you who have been praying and fasting, who have signed petitions for the instruction on Summorum Pontificum, this should be good news for you. God has heard his people's cry.

9th Sunday Ordinary Time Year A

2011-02-26T17:52:00.000-05:00

Introit
O look at me and be merciful, for I am wretched and alone. See my hardship and my poverty, and pardon all my sins. Ps. 24(25) 16:18 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Respice in me, et miserere mei, Domine:: quoniam unicus et pauper sum ego: vide humilitatem meam, et laborem meum: et dimitte omnia peccata mea, Deus meus. Ps. Ad te Domine levavi animam meam: deus meus, in te confido, non erubescam . Ps. 24(25) : 16, 18 (1-2) [Graduale Romanum, pp. 284]

Any Entrance Antiphon and Psalm from the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time, especially suite II in the Graduale Simplex or its English translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

First Reading: Deut 11: 18, 25-28, 32
Obey the commandments

Between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm
R. Lord, be a rock of refuge for me. Ps. 30(31) [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gradual
Esto mihi in Deum protectorem, et in locum refugii, ut salvum me facias. V. Deus in te speravi: Domine, non confundar in aeternum. Ps. 70(71): 3 V 1 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 301]

Any Responsorial Psalm from the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time, especially suite II in the Graduale Simplex or its English translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford
Second Reading: Romans 3:21-25, 28
Justification by faith

Alleluia Verse:
I am the vine , you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in them bears much fruit. Jn15:5 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Deus iudex uistus, fortis et patiens; num quid irascetur per singulos dies. Ps. 7:12 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 286]

Any Alleluia and its verses or Alleluia Psalm from the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time, especially suite II in the Graduale Simplex or its English translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Gospel: Matthew 7: 21-27
Gaining the Kingdom

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official translation of the Offertory Antiphon in the Roman Missal Sacramentary

Sperent in te omnes, qui noverunt nomen tuumn, Domine: quoniam non derelinquis quaerentes te: psallite Domino, qui habitat in Sion: quoniam non est oblitus orationem pauperum. Ps. 9: 9: 11-13 [Graduale Roman, pp. 286]

Any Offertory Antiphon and Psalm from the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time, especially suite II in the Graduale Simplex or its English translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Communon Antiphon
I call upon you, God, for you will answer me; bend your ear and hear my prayer Ps. 16(17):25, 28
~OR~
I tell you solemnly, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours, says the Lord. Mark 11: 23-24 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Ego clamavi, quoniam exaudisti me Deus: inclin aurem, et exaudi verba mea. Ps. 16(17):6 Ps. 16 1ab, 2, 5, 7, 8-9a, 15 [Graduale Romanum ,pp. 287]
~OR~
Amen dico vobis: Quidquid orantes petitis, credite quia accipietis, et fiet vobis. Mark 11:24 Ps. 60: 2-9 [Graduale Romanum, pp 368]

Any Communion Antiphon and Psalm from the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time, especially suite II in the Graduale Simplex or its English translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Hymn Suggestions
Creator God Creating Still [ST.ANNE] CBW III 420
Christians Let Us Love One Another [PICARDY] CBW III 595
My Refuge, My Fortress, My God in Whom I Trust CBW III 496
How Great is Your Name CBW III 553

Evidence of the Watering Down of Summorum Pontificum

2011-02-26T09:49:00.000-05:00

Note it's dated 2008

Picture Source Paolo Rodari

A Vatican Blogger states again that the Summorum Pontificum is NOT being watered down.

From what can find everyone is getting this information from Rorate Caeli who got it from MessaLatina.

here

There is, as you and can see from Rorate Caeli Link above, a petition you can sign. First, is it logical that the church gives and takes away so quickly? Especially with a rottweiler in charge? Does Benedict seem wishy washy to you?

Second, The Magisterium is not a democracy, it is guided by the Holy Spirit, not petitions.

Nothing about the leaked story makes sense. I think maybe some liberals let this rumour slip hoping conservatives would pick it up But who would benefit from this kind of discord and rumour mongering?

From Archishop Prendergast, of Vox Clara, on the New Translation

2011-02-25T07:39:00.000-05:00

From Archbishop Prendergast's, who is on the Vox Clara Committee by way of Pray Tell

The Archishop says:

THE NEW ROMAN MISSAL IN CANADA

From time to time, because of my service on the Vox Clara Committee, I am asked about the status of Canada's use of the new Roman Missal. Recently there was some news on this front, to wit:

The Bishops of Canada have been informed that the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has now received from the Congregation for Divine Worship and Discipline of the Sacraments (CDWDS) recognitio (confirmation, authorization) for use of the new Roman Missal in Canada.

However, the CCCB is still awaiting confirmation from the CDWDS regarding proposed adaptations requested for Canada, which the bishops have submitted, as well as the proposed Proper Liturgical Calendar for the Dioceses of Canada (for example, when to celebrate Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha, Saint Alfred Bessette [Brother Andre] and other such matters).

Apart from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, all the other English-language Conferences of Bishops are also awaiting confirmation of their respective adaptations and liturgical calendars.

The CDWDS has indicated that their staff is working through the remaining requests by Episcopal Conferences as quickly as they can.

* * * * * *

One can clearly tell by this source that Canada is NOT the only country waiting for adaptations to be approved. In fact only the US's adaptations have been approved. This timeline of implementing the New translation was set by the USCCB, because they got their recognitio first. There is nothing to suggest that we HAVE to start at the same time. Canada hasn't asked for difficult adaptations, it just has to wait its turn for the decision.

When speaking on the adaptations for Canada on the New Missal

2011-02-22T09:29:00.000-05:00

THere is a great buzz around about the New Missal being held up by waiting to approve adaptations for Canada This is what I have found so far. If i find anything more definitive from official sources I will update this post

Below is taken from the CCCB Website: Re the requests made for adaptations to the GIRM as allowed by Rome

The Statement is is standard print
My comments below

The following note has been issued by the President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, Most Reverend Jacques Berthelet, C.S.V., following the approval of the Permanent Council of the Conference at its meeting of 20-21 March 2002.

1. The Latin text of the third typical edition of the Missale Romanum has been approved and published and is to be applied when the Eucharist is celebrated in Latin. The necessary translations into English and French of the Missal and its Institutio generalis or “General Instruction” will now need to be made, followed by the approval of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops and the recognitio of the Holy See. With respect to the implementation of this new edition of the Roman Missal in Canada, the directives of the diocesan bishop are to be followed, taking into account as appropriate the following points.

As we already new the translation is ready, just the GIRM needs to be approved for Canada. Both French and English

2. At their September 2001 Plenary Assembly, the Bishops of Canada agreed to request an indult from the Holy See concerning the general practice of preparing and purifying the sacred vessels at Communion when ordinary ministers or instituted acolytes are lacking. While awaiting the response of the Apostolic See, it is recommended that diocesan bishops advise their parishes to continue their present practice.

I see as asking from Rome a definitive answer on the question of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy COmmunion. I would ask that we all pray that Rome denies this indult.

3. The new General Instruction requires that the Episcopal Conference of each country make adaptations on various matters concerning the celebration of the Eucharist, and also permits a number of additional adaptations. The adaptations being considered by the Bishops of Canada concern musical texts, musical styles, melodies and instruments; Communion under both kinds; Masses on days of prayer for particular intentions; vesture of lay ministers; art and environment—altar, furnishings and vessels; and acclamations in the Eucharistic Prayer. While awaiting the approval of these particular adaptations and their recognitio by the Apostolic See, it is recommended that diocesan bishops advise their parishes to continue their present practice.

I am actually happy that they made this request. As it stands now, it seems that every pastor and altar guild, and liturgical council does whatever they want. If there is a difinitive answer from Rome - that could somehow, hopefully, guide everyone to do things the same.

4. As allowed in the new General Instruction, the Bishops of Canada will also propose appropriate postures for the Eucharistic Prayer and Communion Rite. While awaiting the approval of these particular adaptations and their recognitio by the Apostolic See, it is recommended that diocesan bishops advise their parishes to continue their present practice.

Note it clearly states that the Councils have the right to request adaptations. It doesn't say that they expect approval, only that until they get a definitive answer they continue as they are doing. Hopefully the answer settles this once and for all.

5. The new General Instruction asks the Conference of Bishops to determine an appropriate sign of reverence when Communion is received standing. The Bishops of Canada are considering what this appropriate sign of reverence should be. While awaiting the approval of this particular adaptation and its recognitio by the Apostolic See, it is recommended that diocesan bishops advise their parishes to continue their present practice.

I look forward to the answer to this. Since most churches inOntario DON'T have communion rails, unlike Quebec, alot a practicing Catholics have no way to show respect when taking communion.

6. Should questions arise on the correct and appropriate implmentation of individual norms in the new edition of the Roman Missal, pastors and faithful are to refer these to their bishop. As the Second Vatican Council decreed, “The bishop is to be considered the high priest of his flock. In a certain sense it is from him that the faithful who are under his care derive and maintain their life in Christ” (Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, no. 41).

+ Jacques Berthelet, C.S.V.
Bishop of Saint-Jean-Longueuil
President
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops

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The Laudable Beautiful Quebecois Church

2011-02-21T18:42:00.000-05:00

Just got back to Toronto from Montreal. They have absolutely beautiful churches.( okay to be honest, some a modern crap, but they are in the most definite miniscule minority) Unlike the old churches here in Toronto, the church buildings in Montreal still have the A: The Tabernacle on the main altar, B: Communion rails, and you can still line up at the communion rail, kneel, and take communion on the tongue, if you so wish. C: Beautiful Side Altars that actually look like altars and not sofa tables up against a statue.

Unlike Toronto churches that seemed to have been ordered on mass to move the tabernacles and smash their rails, Quebec still has kept this well laubable traditions from the pre 1970's.

I would't mind doing things a bit more in the French Canadian way, even if it did mean standing after the Mysterium fidei until the Great Amen.

Will try to put up more info about Montreal later. It was, for me, a visit of a most beloved aunt and cousin- appropriate for Family Day Weekend, n'est-ce pas? than tourist trip. Bear on The Spirit's Sword might put up his own post or not.

Growing up without a cellphone

2011-02-21T18:40:00.000-05:00

Got the folowing in my email

If you are 36, or older, you might think this is hilarious!

When I was a kid, adults used to bore me to tears with their tedious diatribes about how hard things were. When they were growing up; what with walking twenty-five miles to school every morning.... Uphill... Barefoot... BOTH Ways...yadda, yadda, yadda

And I remember Promising myself that when I grew up, there
was no way I was going to lay a bunch of crap like that on my kids about how hard I had it and how easy they've got it!

But now that I'm over the ripe old age of forty, I can't help but look around and notice the youth of today. You've got it so easy! I mean, compared to my childhood, you live in a Utopia! And I hate to say it, but you kids today, you don't know how good you've got it!

1) I mean, when I was a kid we didn't have the Internet. If we wanted to know something, we had to go to the library and look it up ourselves, in the card catalog!!

2) There was no email!! We had to actually write somebody a letter - with a pen! Then you had to walk all the way across the street and put it in the mailbox, and it would take like a week to get there! Stamps were 10 cents!

3) Child Protective Services didn't care if our parents beat us. As a matter of fact, the parents of all my friends also had permission to kick our ass! Nowhere was safe!

4) There were no MP3's or Napsters or iTunes! If you wanted to steal music, you had to hitchhike to the record store and shoplift it yourself!

5) Or you had to wait around all day to tape it off the radio, and the DJ would usually talk over the beginning and @#*% it all up! There were no CD players! We had tape decks in our car. We'd play our favorite tape and "eject" it when finished, and then the tape would come undone rendering it useless. Cause, hey, that's how we rolled, Baby! Dig?

6) We didn't have fancy crap like Call Waiting! If you were on the phone and somebody else called, they got a busy signal, that's it!

7) There weren't any freakin' cell phones either. If you left the house, you just didn't make a damn call or receive one. You actually had to be out of touch with your "friends". OH MY GOSH !!! Think of the horror... not being in touch with someone 24/7!!! And then there's TEXTING. Yeah, right. Please!
You kids have no idea how annoying you are.

8) And we didn't have fancy Caller ID either! When the phone rang, you had no idea who it was! It could be your school, your parents, your boss, your bookie, your drug dealer, the collection agent... you just didn't know!!! You had to pick it up and take your chances, mister!

9) We didn't have any fancy PlayStation or Xbox video games with high-resolution 3-D graphics! We had the Atari 2600! With games like 'Space Invaders' and 'Asteroids'. Your screen guy was a little square! You actually had to use your imagination!!!
And there were no multiple levels or screens, it was just one screen..
Forever! And you could never win. The game just kept getting harder
and harder and faster and faster until you died! Just like LIFE!

10) You had to use a little book called a TV Guide to find out what was on! You were screwed when it came to channel surfing! You had to walk over to the TV to change the channel!!! NO REMOTES!!! Oh, no, what's the world coming to?!?!

11) There was no Cartoon Network either! You could only get cartoons on Saturday Morning. Do you hear what I'm saying? We had to wait ALL
WEEK for cartoons, you spoiled little rat-finks!

12) And we didn't have microwaves. If we wanted to heat something up, we had to use the stove! Imagine that!

13) And our parents told us to stay outside and play... all day long. Oh, no, no electronics to soothe and comfort. And if you came back inside... you were doing chores!

And car seats - oh, please! Mom threw you in the back seat and you hung on. If you were lucky, you got the "safety arm" across the chest at the last moment if she had to stop suddenly, and if your head hit the dashboard, well that was your fault for calling "shot gun" in the first place!

See! That's exactly what I'm talking about! You kids today have got it too easy. You're spoiled rotten! You guys wouldn't have lasted five minutes back in 1970 or any time before!

Regards, The Over 40 Crowd

Eight Sunday Ordinary Time A

2011-02-17T16:54:00.000-05:00

Introit
The Lord has been my strength; he has led me into freedom. He saved me because he loves me. Ps. 17: 19-29 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Factus est Dominus protector meus, et eduxit me in latitudinem: salvum me fecit, quoniam voluit me. Ps. Diligam te Domine fortitudo mea: Dominus firmamentum meum, et refugium meum, et liberator meus. Ps. 17: 19-20 V. 2-3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 281]

Any Entrance Antiphon and psalm from the Mass Suites of Ordinary Time from the Graduale Simplex or it's English Translation "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

First Reading: Isaiah 49: 14-15
The exile in Babylon was a test of the faith and patience of the Hebrews. The unknown wandering preacher whose sermons are preserved in Isaiah 40-55 (Second Isaiah) encourages his fellow exiles to have faith in the providence of God.

Responsorial Psalm
R. For God alone my soul awaits in silence Ps. 61(62)

Graduale
Ad Dominum, dum tribularer, clamavi, et exaudivit me. V. domine, libera animam meam a labiis iniquis, et a lingua dolosa. Ps. 119(118): 1 V2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 282]

Any Responsorial Psalm from The Mass Suites of Ordinary Time from Graduale Simplex or its English Translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 4: 1-5
As Christians, we must be persons of expectation and hope, serving others with no thought of eartly reward - but simply for the Lord.

Alleluia Verse
R. The word of God is living and active; it judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Hebrews 4: 12 [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Domine Deus meus, in te speravi: salvum me fac ex omnibus per sequentibus me, et libera me. Ps. 7: 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 282-3]

Any Alleluia with its verses or psalm from Any of the Mass Suites for Ordinary Time in the Graduale Simplex or its English Translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Offertory Antiphon
There is no official english translation of the antiphon in the English Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Domine convertere, et eripe animam meam: salvum me fac propter misericoriam tuam. Ps. 6:5 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 283]

Any Offertory Antiphon and it's Psalm taken from The Mass Suites for Ordinary Time in the Graduale Simplex or it's English Translation , "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Communion Antiphon
I will sing to the Lord for his goodness to me, I will sing the name of the Lord, Most High. Ps. 12:6 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Cantabo Domino, qui bona tribuit mihi: et psallam nomini Domini. Ps.12:6 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 283-4]

Or

Primum quaerite regnum Dei, et omnia adicientur vobis, dicit Dominus. Matthew 6:33 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 325]

Any Communion Antiphon and Psalm from the Mass Suites of Ordinary Time from The Graduale Simplex or it's English Translation, "By Flowing Waters," by Dr. Paul Ford

Hymn Suggestions from CBW III
Eternal Father Strong to Save (MELITA) CBW III 492
Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness (NETTLETON) CBW III 582
The Master Came to Bring Good News (ICH GLAUB AN GOTT) CBW III 439

If you come into my house

2011-02-17T15:51:00.000-05:00

Don't shake the foundations.

When One Gets Tired of the Attacks from Within

2011-02-17T11:49:00.000-05:00

UPDATED FEBRUARY 25
I can't trust my parish priest, because I have been told by reliable secret sources that he doesn't know enough to say mass properly. I can't trust my archbishop because a confidential source say he is either too strong and changing things too quickly, or according to other reliable unnamed sources he is weak, or his hands are tied or he is ineffectual because things aren't changing fast enough. I can't trust the College of Canadian Bishops because according to different well-placed confidential sources and logical thinking they don't tell the whole truth about things, I can't trust Vatican because, some trusted insiders say this is going to come down the pyke, and other sources say that is coming down the pyke.

I've had it. All these trusted unknown sources within the church are driving me away. My trust has been shaken.

I am seriously considering never going to church again.

August 23rd, 2009" 21st Sunday Ordinary Time (B)

2009-08-11T17:24:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Inclina, Domine, aurem tuam ad me, et exaudi me: salvum fac servum tuum, Dues meus, sperantem in te: miserere mihi, Domine, quoniam ad te clamavi tota die. Ps. Laetifica animam servi tui: quoniam ad te, Domine, animam meam levavi. Ps. 85(86): 1-4 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 326]

1 Incline thy ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. Preserve my life, for I am godly; save thy servant who trusts in thee. Thou art my God; be gracious to me, O Lord, for to thee do I cry all the day. Ps. Gladden the soul of thy servant, for to thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul. Tr. RSVCE

First Reading: Joshua 24: 1-2a, 15-17, 18b
We will serve the Lord, for he is our God.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 33(34): 1-2, 15-16, 17-18, 19-20 21-22 (R. 8)
Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.
OR
Graduale: Ps. 91(92): 2 V. 3
Bonum est confiteri Domino: et psallere nomini tip, Altissime. V. Ad annuntiandum mane misericordiam tuam, et veritatem tuam per noctem. [Graduale Romanum]
It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to thy name, O Most High; V. to declare thy steadfast love in the morning, and thy faithfulness by night Tr. RSVCE

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:32 - 5:2, 21 -32 ++
This is a great mystery, and I am applying it to Christ and the Church

Gospel Acclamation: John 6: 63, 68
Your words, Lord, are spirit and life; you have the words of everlasting life.

OR
Spiritus est qui vivificat: caro autem non prodest quidquam. Io 6: 64 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 245]
It is the spirit that gives life, the flesh is of no avail; the words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life. Tr. RSVCE

Gospel: John 6: 53, 60-69
Lord, to whom can we go? You have the words of eternal life.

Offertory: Ps. 39(40): 2-4
Exspectans exspectavi Dominum, et respexit me: et exaudivit deprecationem meam, et immisit in os meum canticum novum, hymnum Deo nostro. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 328]

I waited patiently for the LORD; he inclined to me and heard my cry. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Tr. RSVCE

Communion: Ps. 103(104): 13-15
De fructu operum tuorum, Domine, satiabitur terra: et educas panem de terra, et vinum laetificet cor hominis: ut exhilaret faciem in oleo, et panis cor hominis confirmet.
Verses from Psalm 103(104): 1-2a, 23-24, 30-34 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon
The earth is satisfied with the fruit of thy work; that he may bring forth food from the earth, and wine to gladden the heart of man, oil to make his face shine, and bread to strengthen man's heart.Tr. RSVCE

Ephesians 4:32 - 5:2, 21 -32 ++
Ephesians 4
The Lord Jesus Christ; CBW III 436
Forth in the Peace of Christ We Go; CBW 514 (Recessional)
The Church's One Foundation; CBW 526 (Introit)
O Christ the Great Foundation; CBW 527
Ephesians 5
My Soul is Thirsting for the Lord; CBW 609

John 6: 53, 60-69
Alleluia, Sing to Jesus; CBW 426
Christians Let Us Love One Another; CBW 595
O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts; CBW654 (Offertory)

Humbly I Adore Thee, Verity Unseen (Communion)
Ave Maria (Schubert) (Cleansing of the Sacred Vessels)

Mass Setting
Jubilate Deo (Composite Pope Paul VI)

August 16th, 2009: 20th Sunday Ordinary Time B

2009-08-11T02:03:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Protector noster aspice, Deus, et respice in faciem Christi tui: quia melior est dies una in atriis tuis super millia. Ps. Quam dilecta tabernacula tua, Domine virtutem! concupiscit, et deficit anima mea in atria Domini. Ps. 83(84): 10, 11 et 2, 3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 323]

9 Behold our shield, O God; look upon the face of thine anointed! 10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand elsewhere. Ps. 1 How lovely is thy dwelling place, O LORD of hosts! 2 My soul longs, yea, faints for the courts of the LORD (Tr. RSVCE)

First Reading: Proverbs 9: 1-6
Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed.

Responsorial Psalm:
Taste and see the goodness of the Lord. Psalm 34: 1-2, 9-10, 12-12, 13-14 (R.8)
OR
Bonum est confidere in Domino, quam confidere in homine, V. Bonum est sperare in Doino, quam sperare in princibus. Ps. 117(118): 8 V 9 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 324]

8 It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to put confidence in man. 9 It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. (Tr. RSVCE)

Second Reading: Ephesians 5: 15-20
Understand what the will of the Lord is.

Gospel Acclamation:
All who eat my flesh and drink my blood live in me,
and I in them, says the Lord. John 6:57

OR
Caro mea vere est cibus, et sanguis meus vere potus: qui manducat meam carnem, et bibit meum sangiunem, in me manet, et ego in eo. Io. 6: 56-57 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 378]

55 For my flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. 56He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him. (Tr. RSVCE)

Gospel: John 6: 51-58
My flesh is true food and my blood is true drink.

Offertory
Immittet angelus Domini in circuitu timentium eum, et eripiet eos: gustate et videte, quoniam suavis est Dominus. Ps. 33(34): 8, 9 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 325]

7The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. 8* O taste and see that the LORD is good! (Tr. RSVCE)

Communion
Qui manducat carnem meam, et bibit sanguinem meum, in me manet, et ego in eo, dicit Dominus. Io 6: 57 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 383]

56* He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him.(Tr. RSVCE)

Verses from Psalm 118 (119): 1-2, 11, 49-50, 72, 103, 105 and 162

1 Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the LORD!

2 Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart,

10 With my whole heart I seek thee; let me not wander from thy commandments!

48 I revere thy commandments, which I love, and I will meditate on thy statutes.

49 Remember thy word to thy servant, in which thou hast made me hope.

102 I do not turn aside from thy ordinances, for thou hast taught me.

104 Through thy precepts I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way.

161 Princes persecute me without cause, but my heart stands in awe of thy words.(Tr. RSVCE)

Ps. 22(23): 1-3b, 4abcd, 5abcd, 6ab may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want;
2* he makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters; *
3 he restores my soul. * He leads me in paths of righteousness* for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, * I fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; thou anointest my head with oil, my cup overflows.
6 Surely* goodness and mercy* shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.* (Tr. RSVCE)

Hymns from today's Scriptures
Psalm 34: 1-2, 9-10, 12-12, 13-14 (R.8)
Taste and See CBW III 610
Drink In The Richness of God CBW III 612
Ps. 117(118): 8 V 9
This is the Day that the Lord Hath Made CBW III 592
Eternal Father Strong To Save CBW III 492 ( INTROIT)
John 6: 51-57
Alleluia Sing to Jesus CBW III 426
Christians Let Us Love One Anther CBW III 595 (OFFERTORY)
Gift of Finest Wheat CBWIII 603
O Jesus, Joy of Loving Heart CBW III 654
Ps. 22(23): 1-3b, 4abcd, 5abcd, 6ab
My Shepherd is the Lord CBW 606
The Lord My Shepherd, Rules My Life CBWIII 489
The Lord's My Shepherd CBW III 488 (RECESSIONAL)

Panis Angelicus (COMMUNION)
Ave Maria (Bach/Gonoud) (CLEANSING OF THE SACRED VESSELS)

Mass Setting
Missa Jubilate Deo (Composite Mass- Gregorian Chant)
Mass of the Holy Spirit (D C Isele)

August 9th, 2009" Nineteenth Sunday OT B

2009-08-08T14:36:00.000-04:00

NB: English Translation are from the NRSV Tr. which is the approved Translation for Use in Canada in RC Liturgies, unless stated otherwise

Introit:
Respice, Domine, in testamentum tuum, et animas pauperum tuorum ne derelinquas in finem: exsurge Domine, et iudica causam tuam: et ne obliviscaris voces quaerentium: et ne obliviscaris voces quaerentium te. Ps. Ut quid deus repulisti in finem: iratus est furor tuus super oves pascuae tuae? Ps. 73(74): 20, 19, 22, 23 et 1 [Graduale Romanum,pp. 319]

Do not let the downtrodden be put to shame; let the poor and needy praise your name. Have regard for your covenant, for the dark places of the land are full of the haunts of violence.
Rise up, O God, plead your cause; remember how the impious scoff at you all day long. Do not forget the clamor of your foes, the uproar of your adversaries that goes up continually. Ps. O God, why do you cast us off forever? Why does your anger smoke against the sheep of your pasture?

First Reading: 1 Kings 19:4-8
Elijah went in the strength of that food to the mountain of God.

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 (R.8)
Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.
OR

Graduale
Respice, Domine, in testamentum tuum: et animas pauperum tuorum ne oblivascaris in finem. V. Exsurge Domine.et iudica causam tuam: memor esto opprobrii servorum tuorum. Ps. 73(74): 20, 19 V. 22, 23 [Graduale Romanum,pp. 320]

Do not let the downtrodden be put to shame; let the poor and needy praise your name. Have regard for your covenant, for the dark places of the land are full of the haunts of violence. V. Rise up, O God, plead your cause; remember how the impious scoff at you all day long.

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:30-5:2
Live in love, as Christ loved us.

Gospel Acclamation: John 6:31
I am the living bread from heaven, says the Lord; whoever eats this bread will live forever.

OR
Domine, refugium factus es nobis a generatione et progenie. Ps. 89(90): 1 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 321]
Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.

Gospel: John 6:41-51
I am the living bread that came down from heaven.

Offertory
In te speravi, Domine: dixi: tu es Deus meus, in manibus tuis tempora mea. Ps. 30(31): 15, 16 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 322]
But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, "You are my God." My times are in your hand;

Communion
Panis, quem ego dedero, caro mea est pro saeculi vita. John 6: 53
Verses from Ps. 110(111): 1-8ab, 9-10c may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [Graduale Romanum, pp. 323]

The bread that I give is my flesh for the life of the world to come ( my translation)
The Following Psalm verses may be sung between repetitions of the Antiphon
1 Praise the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the company of the upright, in the congregation.
2 Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in them.
3 Full of honor and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures forever.
4 He has gained renown by his wonderful deeds; the Lord is gracious and merciful.
5 He provides food for those who fear him; he is ever mindful of his covenant.
6 He has shown his people the power of his works, in giving them the heritage of the nations. 7 The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy.
8 They are established forever and ever, to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness. 9 He sent redemption to his people; he has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and awesome is his name.
10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding.

Hymns from the Scriptures of the Day.
My Preferences of these suggestions are bolded and italicized
Ps. 73(74):
Kings 19:
Ps. 30(31):
Ps. 110(111):

Psalm 34:
Taste and See CBW III 610

Ephesians 4:
The Lord Jesus Christ CBW III 436
Forth in the Peace of Christ We Go CBW III514 (Recessional)
The Church's One Foundation CBW III 526 (Preparation of the Gifts)
O Christ the Great Foundation CBW III 527
There is One Lord (Taize`) CBW III 530
John 6:
Alleluia Sing to Jesus CBW III 426
Christians Let Us Love One Another CBW III 595
Our Daily Bread CBW III 600
Gift of Finest Wheat CBW III 603
O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts CBW III 654 (Communion)
Psalm 89(90):
O God Our Help in Ages Past (Introit)

Marian Hymn
O Sanctissima (Cleansing of the Sacred Vessels)

Mass Settings
Community Mass (Proulx)
Mass of the Holy Spirit (Isele)

July 12, 2009: 15th Sunday Ordinary Time (B)

2009-07-02T21:46:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Dum clamarem ad Dominum, exaudivit vocem meam, ab his qui appropinquant mihi: et humiliavit eos, qui est ante saecula, et manet in aeternum: iacta cogitatum tuum in Domino, et ipse te enutriet. Ps. Exaudi Deus orationem meam, et ne despexeris deprecationem meam: intende mihi et exaudi me. Ps. 54: 17-20, 23 et 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 303-4]

Ego autem cum iustitia apparebo in conspectu tuo: satiabor, dum manifestabitur gloria tua. Ps. Exaudi Domine iustitiam meam: intende adeprecationem meam. Ps. 16: 15 et 1 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 94]

Turn to your people, Lord, havemercy on us Ps. To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul; O my God, in you I trust; do not let me be put to shame. Ps. 25(24): Cf. 16; 1-2, 4-6, 7bc-10, 15-16 [Mass Suite III By Flowing Waters# 239-240, pp. 158]

Any Entrance Antiphon and Psalm from any of the Eight Mass Suites for Ordinary Time [By Flowing Waters, pp. 148-182]

Offertorio antiphona
Ad te Domine levavi animam meam: Deus meus, in te confido, non erubescam: neque irrideant me inimici mei: etenim universi qui te expectant, non confundentur. Ps. 24: 1-3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 17]

Offertory Aniphon and Psalm:
God is my helper; the Lord upholds my life. Ps. Save me O God, by your Name, and vindicate me by your might. Psalm 54(55): 1-2, 6-7; 4 [Mass Suite III, By Flowing Waters # 244, 245, pp. 161]

Any Offertory Antiphon and Psalm from any of the Eight Mass Suites for Ordinary Time [By Flowing Waters, pp. 148-182]

Communion Antiphon
Passer invenit sibi domum, et turtur nidum, ubi reponat pullos suos: altaria tua Domine virtutum, Rex meus, et Deus meus: beati qui habitant in domo tua, in saeculum saeculi laudabunt te. Ps. 83: 4-5 [Graduale Romanum , pp. 306-307]
Verses from Psalm 83: 2-3b, 9-13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Seek first God's kingdom and God's justice: and all the rest will be given to you. Ps. Do not fret because of the wicked; do not be envious of wrongdoers. [Mass Suite III, By Flowing Waters, # 246, 247, pp. 161-162]

Any Communion Antiphon and Psalm from any of the Eight Mass Suites for Ordinary Time [By Flowing Waters, pp. 148-182]

Marian Hymn
Salve Regina

Recessional
Sing Praise to God the Almighty

July 5th, 2009: Fourteenth Sunday Ordinary Time

2009-07-01T09:18:00.000-04:00

July 1st was Canada Day, and in Canada the 4th of July is NOT observed
So:

Introit:
Suscepimus, Deus, misericordiam tuam in medio templi tui: secundum nomen tuum Deus, ita et laus tua in fines terrae: iustitia plena est dextera tua. Ps. Magnus Dominus et laudabilis nimis: in civitate Dei nostri, inmonte sancto eius. Ps. 47: 10-11 et 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 300]

Within your temple, we recall your loving kindness, O God, our God Ps. Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised in the city of our God. Ps. 48(47): 1-2 (9) [By Flowing Waters # 248&249, pp. 163]

From the Lectionary
First Reading:Ezekiel 2: 2-5
They are a rebellious house. They shall know there has been a prophet among them.

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 123: 1-2a, 2b, 3-4 (R.2)
Our eyes are fixed on the Lord, pleading for his mercy

Second Reading: II Corinthians 12: 7-10
I gladly will boast of my weaknesses so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

Gospel Acclamation: Luke 4: 18
The Spirit of the Lord now upon me has sent me tobring good news to the poor.

Gospel: Mark 6: 1-6
Prophets are not without honour except in their own hometown

Offertory Antiphon
Populum humilem salvum facies Domine, et oculos superborum humiliabis: quoniam quis deus praeter te, Domine? Ps. 17: 28, 32 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 302-3]

Choose an Offertory Antiphon and Psalm from any of the Mass Suites 1-8 for Ordinary Time [By Flowing Waters, pp. 148-182] especially from Suite IV:
Do not abandon me, O Lord my God: You are my mighty Saviour Ps. Deliver me, O Lord, from evil doers; protect me from those who are violent. Ps. 140(139): 1(cf. 8a, 7) BFW# 253-4 pp. 166]

Communion Antiphon:
Gustate et videte, quoniam suavis est Dominus: beatus vir, qui sperat in eo. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 303] Psalm 33(34): 9
Verses from Psalm 33(34), except verse 9, may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Choose a Communion Antiphon and Psalm from any of the Mass Suites 1-8 for Ordinary Time [By Flowing Waters, pp. 148-182]

Cleansing of the Vessels
Salve Regina

Mass Setting
Proulx's "Community Mass"
Jubilate Deo

Recessional

Faith of Our Fathers CBW III 446, especially verse 3

Faith of our Fathers! Mary's prayer

shall keep our country close to Thee;

And thorugh the truth that comes from God

Mankind shall prosper and be free.

If you want to sing O Canada - for those who didn't attend mass on Canada on Wednesday, I would recommend doing so after the "Mass is ended" before the Recessional, for 2 reasons: One the singing of O Canada requires all to stand, and yet it is a secular piece and as such doesn't belong during the Mass, after the "mass is ended" is rubrically acceptable, I guess.

There are times when I'm proud to be Canadian - almost always

2009-07-01T08:21:00.000-04:00

Happy Canada Day, Eh!

2009-06-01T10:49:00.000-04:00

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (B)

Introit:
Blessed be God the Father and his only-begotten Son and the Holy Spirit: for he has shown that he loves us.[Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Benedicta sit sancta Trinitas, atque indivisa Unitas: confitebimur ei, quia fecit nobiscum
misericordiam suam. Ps. Domine Dominus noster: quam admirabile est nomen tuum in universa terra! Tobias 12:6 Ps. 8 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 371]

Blessed be the holy Trinity and the Undivided Unity Ps. O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens. Ps. 8: 1, 3-9 [By Flowing Waters, pp.132]

Entrance Hymns

O God, Almighty Father [Text: Gott Vater Sei Gepriesen; anon tr. by J.E. Rothensteiner, 1860-1936; Tune: Gott Vater Sei Gepreisen, 76 76 -, 1661; CBW III 421]

How Great is Your Name [Text: Psalm 8: The Grail/Murray/Gelineau CBW III 553]

First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:32-34,39-40
The Lord is God in heaven above and on earth below; there is no other. [Roman Missal Lectionary

Chants between the Readings

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 33:4-5;6,9;18-19;20,22(R. 12)
R. Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.[Roman Missal Lectionary]

Graduale: Daniel 3: 55 V. 56
Benedictus es, Domine, qui intueris abyssos, et sedes super Cherubim. V. Benedictus es Domine, in firmamento caeli, et laudabilis in saecula. [Graduale Romanum, pp.372]

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 148(147): 1-3, 5-6, 11-14 (R. 1)
Praise God, praise God in the highest [By Flowing Waters #195, pp. 196]

Second Reading: Romans 8:14-17
You have received a Spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, "Abba! Father!".[Roman Missal Lectionary]

Sequence Hymn (optional)

Benedictus es Domine Deus patrum nostrorum. Canticle of the Three Children Daniel 3: 52-56 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 372-375]

You are blest, Lord God of our ancestors Responsorial Canticle: Daniel 3 [J. Gelineau, CBW III 108]

Gospel Acclamation

Rev 1:8: Glory to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; to God who is, who was, and who is to come. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Daniel 3: 52: Benedictus es, Domine Deus patrum nostrorum, et laudabilis in saecula. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 375]

Alleluia Psalm 150: 1b, 3
V1:Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty firmament
V2:Praise him with trumpet sound, praise him with lute and harp. [By Flowing Waters #196, pp. 133-134]

Alleluia Psalm II: Psalm 150: 1b-6
V1: Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty firmament.
V2: Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his surpassing greatness
V3: Praise him with trumpet sound, praise him with lute and harp.
V4: Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with string and pipe
V5: Praise him with clanging cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals
V6: Let everything that brethes praise the Lord [By Flowing Waters #197, pp. 134]

Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20
Baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. [Roman Missal Lectionary

Communion Antiphon:
Galatians 4:6: You are the sons of God, so God has given you the Spirit of his Son to form your hearts and make you cry out: Abba, Father. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Pentecost Year B: May 31, 2009

2009-05-31T18:10:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Wisdom 1: 7; Ps. 67(68)
Spiritus Domini replevit orbem terrarum, alleluia: et hoc quod continet omnia, scientiam habet vocis,alleluia, alleluia alleluia. Ps. Exsurgat Deus, et dissipentur inimici eius: et fugiant, qui oderunt eum, a facie eius. [Graduale Romanum]
~OR~
Cf. Acts 2: 1
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together, singing alleluia Ps. Bless the Lord, o my soul. O Lord my God, you are very great.[BFW pp. 123]
~OR~
Wisdom 1:7; Ps104(103V): 1ab, 30-31, 33-35
With the spirit of the Lord the whole world is filled. Ps. Bless the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God you are very great. [BFW pp. 297-298]

First Reading:Acts 2: 1-11
All of them were fileld with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages.

Between the Readings
R. Alleluia Ps. Emitte Spiritum tuum, et creatbuntur: et renovabis faciem terrae. Ps. 103(104): 30 [ Graduale Romanum, pp. 252-3]
~OR~
Alleluia Psalm I
R. Alleluia, alleluia
V: Let God rise up, let his enemies be scattered; let hose who hate him flee before him. Ps. 68(67V): 1-2, 4, 9, 26, 28-29, 32, 34 [BFW 123-6]
~OR~
R. Alleluia, Alleluia OR Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth. Ps. Bless the Lord , O my soul. O LOrd my God, you are very great. O Lord, how manifold are your works! The earthis full of your creatures. Ps. (103)104: 1ab+ 24ac, 29b-30, 31+34 (R. 30 or Alleluia) [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Second reading: Galatians 5: 16-25
Works of the Holy Spirit:
love; joy; peace; kindness; generosity; faithfulness; gentleness; and self-control

Sequence:
Veni Sanct Spiritus [Graduale Romanum, pp. 253-255]
OR~
Holy Spirit, Lord of Light [BFW pp. 127-129]
OR~
Holy Sprit, Lord Divine [Romn Missal Lectionary]

Alleluia
V. Veni Sancte Spiritus, reple tuorum corda fidelium: et tui amoris in eis ignem accende. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 253]
~OR~
V. Ps. 49(50); 1-6, 14-15, 23
The mighty one, God the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting. [BFW, pp. 127]

~OR~

V. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

Gospel: John 15: 26-27; 16: 12-15
The Spirit of truth will guide you into all the truth.

Offertory Antiphon:
Confirma hoc Deus, quod operatus es in nobis: a tmeplo tuo, quod est in Ierusalem, tibi offerent reges munera, alleluia. Ps. 66(67); 29-30 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 255]
~OR~
Confirm, O God, what you have done for us, from your holy temple in Jerusalem, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Let God rise up, lethis enemies be scattered; let those who hate him flee before him.Ps. 67(68): 28b-29; Ps 67(68): 1, 21, 24, 35 [BFW 129-130]

Communion Antiphon:
Factus est repente de caelo sonus advenientis spiritus vehementis, ubi erant sedentes, alleluia; et repleti sunt omnes Spiritus Sancto, loquentes magnalia Dei, alleluia, alleluia Acts 2: 2, 4
Verses from Ps. 67(68): 2, 4-6, 8-9, 20-21, 29, 36 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon [Graduale Romanum, pp. 256]
~OR~
The Spirit who proceeds from the Father, alleluia, will reveal my glory, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Give ear, O my people, to my teaching; incline your ears to the words of my mouth. John 14: 26; Ps. 77(78): 1, 4b,5c-7, 20, 23-25, 28-29 [BFW pp. 131
~OR~
Be filled with the Holy Spirit... Cf. Epehesians 5: 18-19 [BFW 496, pp. 298-99]
~OR~
God will pour out the Spirit... Acts 2: 17 [BFW 497, pp. 299]
~OR~
Without measure.. John 3: 34 [BFW 498, pp. 299]
Psalm 78(77): Give ear, O my People may be sung between repetitions of any of the last three antiphons listed above[BFW 192, pp. 131]
At dismissal
Ite missa est, alleluia, alleluia
Deo Gratia, alleluia alleluia.
The Mass is ended, alleluia
Thanks be to GOd, alleluia alleluia

Mass Setting;
DC ISELE Mass of the Holy SPirit

Marian Hymn
Be Joyful Mary

Communion Hymn
Adoro te Devoto

Fourth Sunday Easter (B): May 3rd, 2009

2009-05-03T15:35:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Misericordia Domini plena est terra, alleluia: verbo Dei caeli firmati sunt, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. Exsultate iusti in Domino: rectos decet collaudatio. Ps. 32(33): 5-6, 1 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 222]
~OR~
Choose one of either of the two entrance antiphons and psalms for the Easter Season, particularily Easter Season I [By Flowing Waters, pp. 106-115]

First Reading:Acts 4: 7-12
There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118: 1+8-9, 21-23, 26+28+29 (R. 22)
R. The stone rejected by the builders has become the cornerstone.

Second Reading:1John 3: 1-2
We will see God as He is.

Gospel Acclamation: John 10:14
I am the Good Shepherd, says the Lord; I know my sheep, and mine know me.

Gospel: John 10:11-18
The good hspeherd lays down his life for the sheep.

Offertory Antiphon
Deus, Deus meus, ad te de luce vigilo: et in nomine tuo levabo manus meas, alleluia. Ps. 62: 2, 5 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 224]

~OR~
Choose either of the two offertory antiphons and psalms for the Easter Season, particularly from Easter Season I [By Flowing Waters, pp. 106-115]
~OR~
In the Shadow of Your Wings (CF Psalm 63; Frank Quinn, OP: CBW III 656)
God, My God, You I Crave ( ICEL tr. PSalm 63; George Black, CBW III 658

Communion Antiphon:
Ego sum pastor bonus, alleluia: et cognosco oves meas, et cognoscunt me meae, alleluia, alleluia. John 10: 14 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 224]
Verses from Psalm 22(23): 1-6 or Ps. 32(33): 1, 12-15, 18-22 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

~ OR~
Choose either of the two Communion antiphons and psalms for the Easter Season, particularly from Easter Season I [By Flowing Waters, pp. 106-115]

~OR~
Gift of Finest Wheat (Westendorf/Kreutz, CBW III 603]
You HaveLooked upon the Lowly( Westendorf/ Pearsall, CBW III 624]

Marian Hymns
Hail Holy Queen Enthroned Above

April 26, 2009: Third Sunday of Easter (B)

2009-04-25T19:00:00.000-04:00

Introit:
Iubilate Deo omnis terra, alleluia: psalmum dicite nomini eius, alleluia: date gloriam laudi eius, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia Ps. Dicite Deo, quam terribilia sunt opera tua, Domine! in multitudine virtutis tuae mentientur tibi inimici tui. Psalm 65: 1, 2, 3 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 219]
~OR~
Choose either Antiphona ad introitum and Psalmus from the two Masses for Eastertide, [Graduale simplex, pp.165-171]
~OR~
Choose either Entrance Antiphon and Psalm from the two Masses for Easter Season, [By Flowing Waters, pp. 106-115]

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 4 [Roman Missal Lectionary]
R. Lord, let your face shine on us

Alleluia Verse: Luke 24: 32 [Roman Missal Lectionary]
Lord Jesus, make your word plain to us: make our hearts burn with love when you speak.

Offertory Antiphon:
Lauda anima mea Dominum: laudabo Dominum in vita mea: psallam Deo meo, quamdiu ero, alleluia. Psalm 145: 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 221]
~OR~
Choose either Antiphona ad offertorium and Psalmus from the two Masses for Eastertide,
[Graduale simplex, pp.165-171]
~OR~
Choose either Offertory Antiphon and Psalm from the two Masses for Easter Season [By Flowing Waters, pp. 106-115]

Communion Antiphon:
Cantate Domino, alleluia: cantate Domino, benedicite nomen eius: bene nuntiate de die in diem salutare eius, alleluia, alleluia Ps. 95: 2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 222]
Verses from PSalm 95 1, 3-4, 7-9a, 11-12a may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon
~OR~
Choose either Antiphona ad communionem and Psalmus from the two Masses for Eastertide, [Graduale simplex, pp.165-171]
~OR~
Choose either Communion Antiphon and Psalm from the two Masses for the Easter Season [By Flowing Waters pp. 106-115], especially from Easter II
O Sing to the Lord and bless God's name, alleluia Ps. 96(95): 2 [By Flowing Waters, # 173]
Verses from Psalm 96(95): 1, 3, 6-13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Mass Setting
Missa IA (TEMPORE PASCHALI (A) Pro Dominicis : Te Christe rex supplices)
Credo I

Happy Easter

2009-04-11T21:57:00.000-04:00

I HAVE NOTHING TO ADD

Resurrection of the Lord Easter Vigil

2009-03-26T07:57:00.000-04:00

Introit: None

Blessing of the Fire and Lighting of the Candle

Procession

During the Procession as everyone's candle is lit (all candles are lit from flames taken from the Paschal Candle.)

Personal Note: IT really ticks me off when the Pasqualini, thinking it will speed things up, pull out their cigarette lighters and light their candles with unblessed flames. The sad part is that not only will they light their own candle, but then offer their unblessed flame to those around them, who might be aware it is not a flame from the sacred fire. 'nough said

the following is sung three times:

Christ our light R. Thanks be to God

Easter Proclamation

The Exsultet: Victimae Psacali laudes~ OR~ Christians Praise the Paschal Victim, is then sung.

NB: Although the Chant is beautiful it may be sung to the tune of "O Sons and Daughters" but The hymn "O Sons and Daughters CANNOT replace the Exsultet.

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Genesis 1: 1-2:2
God saw everything that he had made, and indeed it was very good (Roman Missal Lectionary)

After the First Reading:
Psalm 104: 1-2a, 5-6, 10+12, 13-14, 24+35c (R. 30)
Lord, send our your SPirit, and renew the face of the earth. (Roman Missal Lectionary)

~OR

Psalm 33: 4-5, 6-7, 12-13, 20+22 (R. 5b)
The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord. (Roman Missal Lectionary)

Second Reading: Genesis 22: 1-18
Abraham takes Isaac as an offering.(Roman Missal Lectionary)

After the Second Reading:
Psalm 16: 5+8, 9-10, 11 (R.1)
Keep me safe, O God; you are my hope (Roman Missal Lectionary)

Third Reading: Exodus 14: 15-31; 15: 20, 1++
Tell the Israelites to go forward, to go into the sea on dry ground. (Roman Missal Lectionary)

After the Third Reading
Canticle: Exodus 15: 1-2, 3-5, 6-7, 17-18(R. 1)
Let us sing to the Lord; he has covered himself in glory. (Roman Missal Lectionary)

Fourth Reading: Isaiah 54: 5-14
With everlasting love I will have compassion on you, says the Lord, your Redeemer.

After the Fourth Reading
Psalm 30: 1+3, 4-5, 10+11a+12b (R. 1a)
I will praise you Lord, for you have rescued me.(Roman Missal Lectionary)

Fifth Reading:Isaiah 55: 1-11
Come to me, so that you may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant (Roman Missal Lectionary)

After the Fifth Reading:
Canticle: Isaiah 12: 2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 (R. 3)
You will draw water joyfully from the springs of Salvation.

Ave Maria Gratia Plena

2009-03-25T16:03:00.000-04:00

Good Friday Liturgy of The Passion of Christ Jesus, Our Lord

2009-03-21T19:15:00.001-04:00

Introit:
In Silence

Liturgy of the Word:

First Reading: Isaiah 52: 13-53: 12
The servant of the Lord was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities.

After the First Reading:Ps. 101(102): 2-5, 14
R. Domine, exaudi orationem meam, et clamor meus ad te veniat. V. Ne avertas faciem tuam a me: in quaqumque die tribulor, inclina ad me aurem tuam. R. Domine,... V. In quacumque die invocavero te, velociter exaudi me. R. Domine, ... V. Quia defecerunt sicut fumus dies mei: et ossa mea sicut in frixorio confrixa sunt. R. Domine, ....V. Percussus sum sicut fenum, et aruit cor meum: quia oblitus sum manducare panem meum. R. Domine, ...V. Tu exsurgens, Domine, misereberis Sion: quia venit tempus miserendi eius. R. Domine, ... [Graduale Romanum, pp. 172-173]

~OR~
Responsorial Psalm Psalm 31: 1+5, 11-12, 14-15, 16+24, (R. Luke 23: 46)
Father, I put my life in your hands [ Roman Missal Lectionary]

~OR~
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 31(30): 1, 5, 9, 11-12, 14-16 (R. 5a)
Father, I put my life into your hands. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 79-80]

Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16; 5: 7-9
Christ learned obedience through what he suffered, and became the source of eternal salvation for al who obey him.

Gospel Acclamation: Philippians 2: 8-9
Christ became obedient for useven to death, dying on a cross. Therefore God raised him on high and gave him a name above all other names. [Roman Missal Lectionary]

After the Second Reading: Philippians 2: 8V. 9
Christus factus est pro nobis obediens usque ad mortem, mortem autem crucis. V. Propter quod et Deus exaltavit illum et dedit illi nomen, quod est super omne nomen R. Christus factus... [Graduale Romanum, pp. 148]

Psalm after the Second Reading:Psalm 43(42): 1-5 (R. 5d)
R. My Saviour and my God. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 154-155]

Gospel: John 18:1-19: 42
The passion of Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Acclamation is sung during the Gospel, after the following:
~Again Peter denied it, and at that moment the cock crowed.
~The Pilate handed Jesus over to them to be crucified.

All kneel for a momen tof silence after the following words:
~Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

Adoration of the Cross:

Unveiling the Cross:
This is the wood of the cross, on which hung the Saviour of the world. R. Come Let us worship
(3X as the cross is unveiled) [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Ecce lignum Crucis, in quo salus mundi pependit. Omnes: Venite adoremus. (3 times) [Graduale Romanum , pp. 174-175]

Look on the wood of the cross; on which was raised the Saviour of the world. R. O come, let us worship. (3 times )[By Flowing Waters, pp. 80]

Veneration /Adoration of the Cross:

~Crucem tuam... [Graduale Romanum, pp. 175]

~Reproaches I
Popule meus, quid feci tibi? Aut in quo contristavi te? Responde mihiV. Quia eduxi te de terra Aegypti: parasti Crucem salvatoria. R. Hagios o Theos Sanctus Deus. Hagios Ischyros Sanctus Fortis. Hagios Athanatos eleison hymnis. Sanctus Immortalis, miserere nobis. [Graduale Romanum,pp. 176-178]

~ Reproaches II
V. Ego propter te flagellavi Aegytum cum primogenitis suis: et tu me flagellatum tradidisti. R. Popule meus, quid feci tibi? Aut in quo contravisti te? Responde mihi. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 179*181]

~Crux fidelis, .. Pange, Lingua, gloriosi [Graduale Romanum, pp. 182-184]

~R. O my people, what have I done to you? Why ar eyou tired of me? Answer me, O answer me.
Verses:

For you I scourged your captors and their first born sons ...
I led you from slavery to freedom and drowned your captors in the sea...
I opened the sea before ...
I led you on your way in a pillar of cloud ...
I bore you up with amnna in the desert ...
I gave you saving water from the rock ...
For you I struck down the kings of Canaan ...
I gave you a royal scepter ...
I raised you to the height of majesty ...

Followed by:
~Your cross, O Lord... [By Flowing Waters, pp. 80-81]

Communion
The Blessed Sacrament is carried to the altar in silence
While Communion is being distributed an appropriate hymn may be sung

Finally: All Depart in Silence

Other hymns for this day:
Lift High the Cross (Adoration)
Behold the Wood (Adoration)
Crown Him With Many Crowns (Communion)
Holy God (Adoration)
Jesus Remember Me (Acclamation during the Gospel)
O Cross of Christ (Adoration)
O Sacred Head surrounded (adoration)
Salvator Mundi (Acclamation during the Gospel)
Sing my Tongue the Ageless story (Communion)
Sing my tongue the Song of Triumph. (Communion)

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Last Supper

2009-03-15T18:22:00.000-04:00

Introit:

We should glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, for he is our salvation, our life and our resurrection; through him we are saved and made free. See Galatians 6:14 [Roman Missal Sacramentary:]
Nos autem gloriari oportet, in cruce Domini nostri Iesu Christi: in quo est salus, vita, et resurrectio nostra: per quem salvati, et liberati sumus.
1. Ps. Deus misereatur nostri, et benedicat nobis: illuminet vultum suum super nos, et misereatur nostri.
2. Ps. Ut cognoscamus in terra viam tuam: in omnibus gentibus salutare tuam.
3. Ps. Confiteantur tibi populi, Deus: confiteantur tibi populi omnes. [Graduale Romanum, p.162]
Nos autem gloriari oportet, in cruce Domini nostri Iesu Christi. [Graduale simplex, p.129]
Verses of Psalm 67 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

We should glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Ps. May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us. Galatians 6: 14 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 72-73]
Verses from Psalm 66(67): 1-7 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

RECEPTION OF THE HOLY OILS

Sing the GLORIA

Readings from the Lectionary
First Reading: Exodus 12: 1-8, 11-14
These are the instructions for the Passover meal.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 116: 12-13. 15-16, 17-18, (R. 1Cor 10:16)
Our Blessing cup is a communion with the blood of Christ.

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 11: 23-26
As often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: John 13: 34
I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you.

Gospel: John 13: 1-15
Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.

Antiphons during the Washing of Feet:
1. The Lord Jesus, when he had eaten with his disciples, poured water into a basin and began to wash their feet, saying: This example I leave you. [See John 13:4,5,15]

2. Lord, do you wash my feet? Jesus said to him: If I do not wash your feet You can have no part with me.
V. So he came to Simon Peter, Who said to him: Lord, do you wash my feet?
V. Now you do not know what I am doing, but later you will understand. Lord, do you wash my feet? [John 13:6-8]

3. If I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed you feet, then surely you must wash one another's feet. [John 13:14]

4. If there is this love among you, all will know that you are my disciples.
V. Jesus said to his disciples: If there is this love among you, all will know that you are my disciples. [John 13:35]

5. I give you a new commandment:
love one another as I have loved you, says the Lord. [John 13:34]

6. Faith, hope, and love, let these endure among you; and the greatest of these is love. [I Corinthians 13:13]
~OR~
1. Postquam surrexit Dominus a cena, misit aquam in pelvim, coepit lavare pedes discipulorum: hoc exemplum reliquit eis. [Graduale Romanum, p.164]

2. Dominus Iesus, postquam cenavit cum discipulis suis, lavit pedes eorum, et ait illis: Scitis quid fecerim vobis, ego Dominus et Magister? Exemplum dedi vobis, ut et vos ita faciatis. [Graduale Romanum, p.165]

3. Domine, tu mihi lavas pedes? Respondit Iesus, et dixit ei: Si non lavero tibi pedes, non habebis partem mecum.
V. Venit ergo ad Simonem Petrum, et dixit ei Petrus.
V. Quod ego facio, tu nescis modo: scies autem pastea. [Graduale Romanum, p.165]

4. Si ego Dominus et Magister vester lavi vobis pedes: quanto magis vos debetis alter alterius lavare pedes? [Graduale Romanum, p.166]

5. In hoc cognoscent omnes, quia mei estis discipuli, si dilectionem habueritis ad invicem.
V. Dixit Iesus discipulis suis. [Graduale Romanum, p.166]

6. Mandatum novum do vobis: ut diligatis invicem, sicut dilexi vos, dicit Dominus. [Graduale Romanum, p.167]

7. Maneant in vobis fides, spes, caritas, tria haec: maior autem horum est caritas.
V. Nunc autem manent fides, spes, caritas, tria haec: maior autem horum est caritas. [Graduale Romanum, p.167]

~OR~
1. Mandatum novum do vobis: ut diligatis invicem, sicut dilexi vos, dicit Dominus. [Graduale simplex, p.132]
Verses of Psalm 119 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

~OR~
1. A new commandment I give you: Love one another as I have loved you. Ps. Happy are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. John 13:14 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 74-75]
Verses of Psalm 118(119) can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Offertory Hymn:
Ubi caritas et amor suggested in Roman Missal (Sacramentary)

Ubi caritas et amor [Graduale Romanum, p.168]

Ubi caritas et amor [Graduale simplex, p.133]

Where we love as friends in loving kindness [By Flowing Waters, pp. 75-76]

There are many English translations of the Latin text, for example:
Where charity and love are found, there is God.

Communion Antiphon:
This body will be given for you. This is the cup of the new covenant in my blood; whenever you receive them, do so in remembrance of me. I Corinthians 11:24-25 [Roman Missal Sacramentary)

Hoc corpus, quod pro vobis tradetur: hic calix novi testamenti est in meo sanguine, dicit Dominus: hoc facite, quotiescumque sumitis, in meam commemorationem. I Corinthians 11:24-25 [Graduale Romanum, p.170]
Psalm 23:1-2a,2b-3a,3b,4ab,4cd,5ab,5cd,6ab or Psalm 116 can also be sung between repetitions of this antiphon.

Calicem salutaris accipiam, et nomen Domini invocabo. [Graduale simplex, p.135]
Verses of Psalm 116 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

I will take the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord. Ps. I kept my faith, even when I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” Psalm 115(116): 13; 10-12, 14-19 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 76-77]

Hymn during the Procession:
Pange lingua gloriosi [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Pange lingua gloriosi [Graduale Romanum, p.170]

Pange lingua gloriosi [Graduale simplex, p.137]

Hail our Saviour’s glorious Body [By Flowing Waters, pp. 77-78]

There are many English translations of the Latin text, for example:
Praise we Christ's immortal body...

When the Eucharistic Procession reaches the Tabernacle of Repose

Tantum Ergo [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Tantum Ergo [Graduale Romanum]

Tantum Ergo [Graduale Simplex, BFW p. 386]

Down in Adoration Falling [By Flowing Waters, 386]

Other Hymns for This Day
· Adoro te devote CBW II 587
· Ave verum Corpus AH 514
· Lift High the Cross CBW II 545
· Pange lingua gloriosi AH #391, CBWII 584, CBW III 68
· Hail Our Saviour’s Glorious Body CBW III 68B
· Sing, My Tongue, the Glorious Battle AH 404, CBWII 583
· The Lamb's High Banquet CBWII 564)
· Ubi caritas AH 390, CBWII 575
· O Cross of Christ CBW III 368
· Where True Love and Charity are Found CBW III 376

Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion (B)

2009-03-14T14:21:00.000-04:00

Gathering Antiphon:
Hosanna to the Son of David, the King of Israel. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Matthew 21:9 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini. Rex Israel: Hosanna in excelsis.
Psalm 118 Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius. Other verses follow. [Graduale Romanum, p.137]

Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini. Rex Israel: Hosanna in excelsis.
Psalm 118 Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus, quoniam in saeculum misericordia eius. Other verses follow. [Graduale simplex, p.115]

Hosanna to the Son of David! Belssed is he who c9mes in the name of the Lord. He is King of Israel. Hosanna in the highest. Ps. O give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever! Matthew 21: 9; Verses from Ps. 117(118): 1, 22-23, 27-28 may be sung betweem repetitions of the antiphon. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 60-61]

Gospel: Mark 11:1-10 ~OR John 12:12-16
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.

Processional Antiphons:

From the Roman Missal Sacramentary
C: Let us Go forward in Peace
R. In the Name of Christ. Amen

The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They carried olive branches and loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They spread their cloaks before him and loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From the Graduale Romanum

C: Procedemus in pace
R: In nomine Christe, Amen

Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum, obviaverunt Domino, clamantes et dicentes: «Hosanna in excelsis.» [Graduale Romanum, p.138]
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta prosternebant in via, et clamabant dicentes: «Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.» [Graduale Romanum, p.140]
Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From The Graduale Simplex
C: Procedemus in pace
R: In nomine Christe, Amen

Pueri Hebraeorum, portantes ramos olivarum, obviaverunt Domino, clamantes et dicentes: «Hosanna in excelsis.» [Graduale simplex, p.116]
Verses of Psalm 24 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
~OR~
Pueri Hebraeorum vestimenta prosternebant in via, et clamabant dicentes: «Hosanna filio David: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.» [Graduale simplex, p.118]
Verses of Psalm 47 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

From Eng. Tr. Graduale Simplex (By Flowing Waters, Dr. Ford)
C:Let us go Forth in peace
R. In the name of Christ. Amen!

The children of the Hebrews, waving olive branches, went to meet the Lord, crying aloud: hosanna in the highest. Ps. The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it John 12: 13 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 61-62]
Verses from Psalm 23(24): 1-10 can be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

~OR~

The Hebrew People spread their garments on the road and shouted, Hosanna to the Son of David: Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Ps. O clap your hands, all you peoples; shout to God with loud songs. Matthew 21 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 62-63]
Verses from Ps. 46(47): 1-9 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Hymn to Christ the King:
All Glory, Laud and Honor [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale Romanum, p.141]

Gloria, laus et honor tibi sit... [Graduale simplex, p.119]

Glory and Honour and Praise...[By Flowing Waters, p. 64]

Responsory on Entry into Church:

The children of Jerusalem welcomed Christ the King. They proclaimed the resurrection of life; and waiving olive branches, they loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

When the people heard that Jesus was entering Jerusalem, they went to meet him and, waving olive branches, they loudly praised the Lord: Hosanna in the highest. [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Ingrediente Domino in sanctam civitatem, Hebraeorum pueri resurrectionem vitae pronuntiantes, Cum ramis palmarum: «Hosanna, clamabant, in excelsis.» [Graduale Romanum, p.143]

Hosanna in excelsis: benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini: Hosanna in excelsis. [Graduale simplex, p.121]
Verses of Psalm 118 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Hosanna in the Highest. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord, R. Hosanna in the highest. Mark 11: 9 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 66]
Verses from Psalm 117(118) may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Penitential Rite is omitted

Readings from the Lectionary
First Reading: Isaiah 50: 4-7
I did not hide my face from insult and spitting. The Lord helps me, therefore I have not be disgraced.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 22: 7-8, 16-17, 18-19, 22-23 (R. 1)
R. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?

Second Reading: Phillippians 2: 6-11
Jesus humbled himself. Therefore God highly exulted him.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: Philippians 2: 8-9
Vhrist became obedient for us even to death, dying on the cross. Therefore God raised him on high and gave him a name above all other names.

Gospel: Mark 14: 1-15:47
The Passion of Jesus Christ, the Lord.
"Even though I must die with you. I will not deny you." N. And all of them said the same.
(Sing an appropriate acclamation)

Then Peter remembered that Jesus had said to him, " Before the cock crows twice, you will deny me three times." And he broke down and wept.
(Sing an appropriate acclamation)

Then Jesus gave a loud cry and breathed his last
(All kneel for a period of silence )

Offertory Antiphon:
Improperium exspectavit cor meum, et miseriam: et sustinui qui simul contristaretur, et non fuit: consolantem me quaesivi, et non in veni: et dederunt in escam meam fel, et in siti mea potaverunt me aceto. Psalm 69:21-22 [Graduale Romanum, p.123]

Iudica causam meam: defende, quia potens es Domine. [Graduale simplex, p.112]
Verses of Psalm 22 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Judge my cause, O Lord; defend me with your power. Ps. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning? [By Flowing Waters, pp. 57-58]
Verses from Psalm 21(22): 1, 2, 20-21 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Communion Antiphon:
Father, if this cup may not pass, but I must drink it, then your will be done. Matthew 26:42 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum: fiat voluntas tua. Matthew 26:42 [Graduale Romanum, p.484]
Psalm 22:2,3,5,7,15cd,17ab,17c-18,22,23,24,28,30c-31a,31b-32 ~OR~ Psalm 116:10,11,12,13,14,15,16ab,16c-17,18,19 can also be sung between repetitions of this antiphon.

Pater, si non potest hic calix transire, nisi bibam illum, fiat voluntas tua. [Graduale simplex, p.113]
Verses of Psalm 116 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Father, if I must drink from this cup, your will be done. Ps. I kept my faith, even when I said, : I am greatly afflicted;" [By Flowing Waters, p. 58-59]
Verses of PSalm 115(116): 10-19 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Gathering Hymn:
Hosanna (Taize) CBW III 59
Hosanna (Richard) CBW III 60
Hosanna (Somerville) CBW III 61
Processional Hymns
All Glory, Laud and Honour CBW II 486, CBW III 62
The Glory of Our King CBW II 495
The King of Glory CBW II 547
Acclamations during the Gospel
Salvator Mundi CBW III 370
Communion
O Salutaris Hostia [CBW III 689]
O Saving Victim [CBW III 689]
Sing, My Tongue, the Glorious Battle CBWII 583
Marian Hymn
Stabat mater
Other Hymns (Offertory and Recessional)
At the name of Jesus CBW III 427
Crown Him with Many Crowns CBWIII 437
Jesus the Lord CBW III
Lift High the Cross CBW III 435
O Cross of Christ CBW III 368 CBW II 483
Though in the Form of God CBW III 687

Mass Setting:
(New) Good Shepherd Mass (Somerville)

Fourth Sunday Lent (B) And Observing Scrutinies

2009-03-12T13:59:00.000-04:00

Introit:
From the Graduale Romanum
Laetare Ierusalem: et conventum facite omnes qui diligitis eam: gaudete cum laetitia, qui in tristitia fuistis: ut exsultetis, et satiemini ab uberibus consolationis vestrae. Ps. Laetatus sum in quae dicta sunt mihi: in domum Dominus ibimus. Cf. Isaiah 66:10-11; Ps. 121(122)

From Tr. Graduale Simlex, By Flowing Waters (Dr. Ford)
In my distress I called out to the Lord; God heard my cry and set me free. Ps. O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever. Ps. 117(118): 5; with verses 1, 4, 7-12, 14, 17 sung between repetitions of the antiphon [By Flowing Waters, 81; 82]

From the Lectionary for Year B
First Reading: 2 Chronicles 36: 14-17a, 19-23++
The wrath and steadfast kindness of the Lord are shown by the exile and restoration of the people.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 137: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 (R. 6)
R. Let my tongue be silenced, if I ever forget you!

Second Reading: Ephesians 2: 4-10
Even when we were dead through our trespasses, God made us alive.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: John 3: 16
God love the world so much, he gave us his only Son, that all who believe in him might have eternal life.

Gospel: John 3: 14-21
God so loved the world that he gave his only Son that we may have eternal life.

From the Lectionary YEAR A (when observing the Scrutinies)
First Reading: 1 Samuel 16: 1b, 6-7, and 10-13
David was anointed king over Israel.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 23: 1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 (R.1)
The Lord is My Shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.

Second Reading: Ephesians 5: 8-14
Rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: John 8: 12
I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life.

Gospel: John 9: 1-41
The man who was blind washed his eyes and came back able to see.

Offertory Antiphon:
From the Graduale Romanum
Laudate Dominum, quia benignus est: psallite nomini eius, quoniam suavis est in caelo et in terra. Ps. 135(134): 3, 6 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 110]

From Tr. of Graduale Simplex [By Flowing Waters by Dr. Ford]
It is good to give thanks to the Lord our God. Ps. To declare your steadfast love in the morning, and your faithfulness by night. Ps. 92(91): 1a; Verses 2, 4-5, 12 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon. [BFW # 87, 88]

Communion Antiphon
Year B
From the Graduale Romanum:
Ierusalem, quae aedificatur ut civitas, cuius participatio eius in idipsum: illuc enim ascenderunt tribus, tribus Domini, ad confitendum nomini tuo, Domini.
Verses from Ps. 122(121): 1-2, 5-9 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon
[Graduale Romanum, pp. 370]

When Observing the Scrutinies (Gospel of the Man born Blind)
From the Graduale Romanum
Lutum fecit ex sputo Dominus, et linivit oculos meos: et abii, et lavi, et vidi et credidi Deo.
John 9: 6, 11, 38; Verses from Psalm 26: 1ab, 4-6d, 9-10, 13 may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 111]

~Or in either case:
From the Tr. Of the Graduale Simplex [By Flowing Waters by Dr. Ford)
I will go to the altar of God, the God of my gladness, the God of my joy. Ps. Vindicate me, O God, and defend my cause against an ungodly people; from those who are deceitful and unjust deliver me! Ps. 42(43): 4ab; Verses from Ps. 42(43): 1-5 and 41(42): 1-6a may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon
[BFW # 89, 90]

Hymns
Introit
Laudate Omnes Gente
Strong Is God’s Love For Us
Offertory
Like Cedars That Shall Stand
Communion
Psalm 122: I Rejoiced When I Heard Them Say
The Lord Is My Light And My Salvation
The Land Of The Living
Defend Me O God
Like The Deer That Yearns
My Soul Is Thirsting
Marian Hymn
Ave Maria (Bach -Gonoud)

Mass Setting:
(New) Mass Of The Good Shepherd (Rev. Fr. S. Somerville)
Missa Pro Dominicis Adventus Et Quadragesimae.

NB: Yes some of the hymns are in the category of Haugen haas and Schutte- Look, they quote the necessary scripture and reflect the proper antiphon. Deal.

Third Sunday Lent (B) and Scrutinies Observed

2009-03-10T16:47:00.000-04:00

Introit:

From Graduale Romanum
Oculi mei semper ad Dominum, quia ipse evelet de laqueo pedes meos: respice in me, et Miserere mei quoniam unicus et pauper sum ego. Ps. Ad te levavi animam meam: deus meus, in te confido, non erubescam. Ps. 24(25): 15, 16, & 1-2 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 96]

Or:
Dum sanctificatus fuero in vobis, congregabo vos de universisteris: et effundam super vos aquam mundam, et mundabimini ab omnibus iniquinamentis vestries: et dabo vobis spiritum novum> Ps. Benedicam Dominum in omni tempore: semper laus eius in ore meo. Ezech. 36: 23-26; Ps. 33 [Graduale Romanum, pp. 249]

Or From By Flowing Waters
Mine eyes are always, always on the Lord. Ps. To you O lord, I lift up my soul. O my God, in you I trust; do not let me be put to shame. Ps. 24(25): 15a; 1-2a, 5-7, 11, 16-18, 20 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 42-43]

Or a Sung Psalm
To you I Lift My Soul Ps. 25 [Somerville CBW II 411]

From the Lectionary for the Scrutinies
First Reading: Exodus 17: 3-7
Give us water to drink.

Responsorial Psalm
R. If Today You Hear God’s Voice, Harden Not Your Hearts {CBW II 143, CBW III 50]

Second Reading: Romans 5: 1-2, 5-8
God’s love has been poured into your hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.

Gospel Acclamation: John 4: 42, 15
Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the world; give me living water that I may never thirst again.

Gospel: John 4: 5-42 (The Samaritan Woman at the Well)
The water that I will give will become a spring of water gushing up to eternal life.

From the Lectionary for Year B

First reading: Exodus 20: 1-17
The law was given through Moses

Responsorial Psalm:
R. Lord, you have the words of everlasting life. [CBW II 187 OR CBW III 51]

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1: 18, 22-25++
We proclaim Christ crucified, a stumbling block to some, but to those who are called, the wisdom of God.

Gospel Acclamation: John 3: 16
God loved the world so much; He gave us His only Son, that all who believe in Him might have eternal life.

Gospel: John 2: 13-25
Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.

Offertory Antiphon:
Iustitiae Domini rectae, laetificantes corda, et dulciora super mel et favum: nam et aservus tuus custodiet ea. Ps. 18(19): 9, 11, 12 [Graduale Romanum 309]

Or
Break your bread with the hungry, and bring the poor and homeless into your house. Ps. Happy are those who fear the Lord, who greatly delight in his commandments. Isaiah 58: 7; Ps. 11(12): 1bc, 3, 5, 9 [By Flowing Waters, pp. 46]

Communion Antiphon for the Scrutinies:
Qui biberit aquam, aquam ego dabo ei, dicit Dominus, fiet in eo fons aquae salientis in vitam aeternam. John 4: 13-14
Verses from the canticle of Isaiah may be sung between repetitions of the antiphon. [Graduale Romanum, pp. 99

Or For Year B
Passer invenit sibi domum, et turtur nidum, ubo reponat pullos suos: altaria tua Domine virtutum Rex meus, et Deus meus: beati qui habitant in domo tua, in saeculum saeculi laudabunt te.
Verses from Ps. 84(83): 2-3b, 9-13 can be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Or from By Flowing Waters
The Lord is my Light and my Salvation Ps. The Lord is the Stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 47]

Or Sung Psalms:
Psalm 84: How lovely is Your Dwelling Place (Somerville, CBWII 420]
Psalm 27: The Lord is My Light and My Salvation (Somerville CBW II 412]

Marian Hymn
De Victoria’s 4 Part Ave Maria

Mass Setting
(New) Good Shepherd Mass (Somerville)

2009-03-01T21:29:00.000-05:00

February 25, 2009: Ash Wednesday

2009-02-23T20:57:00.000-05:00

Introit:
Lord, you are merciful to all, and hate nothing you have created. You overlook the sins of men to bring them to repentance. You are the Lord our God. See Wisdom 11:24-25,27 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]

Miseris omnium, Domine, et nihil odisti eorum quae fecisti, dissimulans peccata hominum propter paenitentiam, et parcens illis: quia tu es Dominus Deus noster.
Ps. Miserere mei Deus, miserere mei: quoniam in te confidit anima mea. [Graduale Romanum, p.62]

Miserere mei, Deus, miserere mei. [Graduale simplex, p.82]
Verses of Psalm 57 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
-- or --
Advenerunt nobis dies paenitentiae, ad redimenda peccata, ad salvandas animas. [Graduale simplex, p.83]
Verses of Psalm 51 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Have Mercy on me, O God, have mercy on me. Ps. 56(57): 1ab [By Flowing Waters, pp. 29]
Verses from Psalm 57 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.
--OR--
The days have come, the time for repentance, to redeem us from our sins and to save us. [By Flowing Waters, pp. 30]
Verses from Psalm 69(68V) or Canticle of Wisdom (Wisdom 11: 21-12: 2) can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

From The Lectionary
First Reading: Joel: 2: 12-18
Rend your hearts and not your clothing.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 51: 1-2, 3-4a, 10-11, 12+15 (R. 1a+4a)
Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned.

Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2
Be reconciled to God, for now is the acceptable time.

Gospel Acclamation Verse: Ps. 95:7-8
If today you hear God's voice, harden not your hearts.

Gospel: Matthew 6: 1-6; 16-18
Your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you.

Antiphons during Distribution of Ashes:
Come back to the Lord with all your heart;leave the past in ashes, and turn to God with tears and fasting, for he is slow to anger and ready to forgive. See Joel 2:13 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
-- or --
Let the priests and ministers of the Lord lament before his altar, and say: Spare us, Lord; spare your people! Do not let us die for we are crying out to you. See Joel 2:17; Esther 13:17 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
-- or --
Lord, take away our wickedness. Psalm 51:3 [Roman Missal Sacramentary]
These may be repeated after each verse of Psalm 51.

Immutemur habitu, in cinere et cilicio: ieiunemus, et ploremus ante Dominum: quia multum misericors est dimittere peccata nostra Deus noster. See Joel 2:13 [Graduale Romanum, p.65]
-- or --
Iuxta vestibulum et altare plorabunt sacerdotes et levitae ministri Domini, et dicent: Parce Domine, parce populo tuo: et ne dissipes pra calmantium ad te, Domine. See Joel 2:17; Esther 13:17 [Graduale Romanum, p.65]
-- or --
Emendemus in melius, quae ignoranter peccavimus: ne subito praeoccupati die mortis, quaeramus spatium paenitentiae, et invenire non possimus.
Ps. Adiuva nos, Deus salutaris noster: et propter honorem nominis tui, Domine, libera nos. See Baruch 3:2; Ps 79:9 [Graduale Romanum, p.66]

Dele, Domine, iniquitatem meam. [Graduale simplex, p.86]
Verses of Psalm 51 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Take away, o God, my wickedness. Ps. 51(50V): 1b [By Flowing Waters, pp. 34]
Verses from Psalm 51(50V) can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Offertory Antiphon:
(Tr. Douay Rheims translation- for edification only) In thee, O Lord, have I hoped, let me never be confounded: deliver me in thy justice. Bow down thy ear to me: make haste to deliver me. Be thou unto me a God, a protector, and a house of refuge, to save me. Psalm 30:2-3 **
Verses of Psalm 30 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

Exaltabo te Domine, quoniam suscepisti me, nec delectasti inimicos meos super me: Domine clamavi ad te, et sanasti me. [Graduale Romanum, p.313]

Exaltabo te Domine, quoniam suscepisti me, nec delectasti inimicos meos super me: Domine clamavi ad te, et sanasti me. [Gregorian Missal, p.236]

Factus est adiutor meus Deus meus. [Graduale simplex, p.88]
Verses of Psalm 30 can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon.

The Lord has come to help me. Ps. 30(29V):11b [By Flowing Waters, pp. 35]
Verses from Psalm 30(29V) can also be sung between repetitions of the antiphon

Communion Antiphon:

I was asked what my suggestions would be for hymns re: Confirmations on Ascension Sunday and Pentecost Sunday

2009-02-15T13:49:00.000-05:00

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2009-02-10T17:31:00.000-05:00

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