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Category Archives: “How To…” – Practical Notes
QUAERITUR: How much power does a bishop have over the liturgy in the diocese?
From a reader: I was introduced to Canon 838 and surrounding. My understanding is that the bishop is free to do whatever he wants liturgically provided that the Apostolic See has not decreed to the contrary. Of course, he is … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, 1983 CIC can. 915, ASK FATHER Question Box, Liturgy Science Theatre 3000, Our Catholic Identity, The Drill
Tagged can. 214, can. 34, can. 838, derogation, General Institution of the Roman Missal, General Instruction of the Roman Missal, GIRM, IGRM, recognitio, Redemptionis Sacramentum, Temple Police
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13 Comments
Help in brainstorming
I have reviewed some booklets for use at Holy Mass in the Extraordinary Form. Lately I showed you the Angelus Press booklet, intended mainly for adults. Imagine that a diligent Catholic who loves both forms of the Roman Rite, desires … Read More
QUAERITUR: seminarians and clerical dress and WDTPRS POLL
From a seminarian: I’m wondering, I seem to remember hearing about a letter or something where Pope Benedict asked seminarians to wear clericals when going to audiences or something… I believe this was in reference to his visit to the … Read More
WDTPRS POLL: Your Mass preparation and follow up during the week
I am curious about your preparation for Holy Mass or Divine Liturgy on Sundays and Holy Days or Feasts. This applies to both forms of the Roman Rite and other Rites as well. Please choose the best answer and, if … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, Our Catholic Identity, POLLS, The Drill
Tagged active participation, Divine Liturgy, liturgy, Mass
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38 Comments
What NOT to do if you don’t like the new translation
I have often said that people who don’t like the new, corrected translation of the Roman Missal should protest by refusing to use it and using instead only Latin. Someone else thinks that it might be good to go to … Read More
Minnesota: Bp. Sirba testifies for defense of marriage amendment
The Catholic Spirit, Archdiocesan newspaper of my native place, has a piece about the testimony in defense of marriage given to the House Civil Law Committee of the Minnesota Legislature by His Excellency Most. Rev. Paul Sirba, Bishop of Duluth. … Read More
REVIEW: Roman Catholic Sunday Missal Booklet (Angelus 2002)
Sometime back I was asked about booklets or resources for th e Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite for those who are, perhaps, first timers. The nice people at Angelus Press sent me an example of the Extraordinary Form Mass … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, Brick by Brick, REVIEWS
Tagged Angelus Press, Mass booklet
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17 Comments
QUAERITUR: Eucharistic Adoration for the first time: use an iPhone?
From a reader: My confessor strongly recommended I spend time in adoration. I’ve been hesitant because I’ve never done it before, but I decided to do it tonight after Mass. I just have one problem… What exactly am I supposed … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, ASK FATHER Question Box
Tagged Eucharistic Adoration, iPhone
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44 Comments
QUAERITUR: veils and burses
Before the enthusiasts of the chapel veil question get all revved up, this is about chalice veils and burses, which are designed to hold the corporal when during Mass it is not in use upon the altar. From a reader: … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, ASK FATHER Question Box
Tagged burse, chalice veil
24 Comments
24 Comments
QUAERITUR: permanent deacons taking role away from priests
From a reader: I’ve noticed recently that permanent deacons seem to be taking over the roles of priests during Mass with anything and everything they are permitted to do, even what should normally be done by priests when one is … Read More
