by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Sep 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
The USCCB’s Committee on Divine Worship has recently published a list of ritual books that are currently approved for liturgical use in the United States and given updates on several forthcoming texts. A number of these resources have been newly translated and... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Sep 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
In April, the Congregation for Divine Worship and Discipline of the Sacraments confirmed a new English translation of the Order of Penance for use in the United States. This ritual text may be used as of February 22, 2023 (Ash Wednesday), and its usage is mandated as... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Sep 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
On June 29, the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis issued an apostolic letter entitled Desiderio desideravi on the liturgical formation of the People of God. The document takes its title from the words of Jesus to the apostles at the Last Supper –... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
The building, renovating, or restoration of a place of worship is a unique opportunity for the renewal of a parish’s faith and liturgical life. This important work is more than an architectural solution to a spatial need or an exercise in building maintenance;... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
In recent years, many parishes throughout the Archdiocese have instituted regularly scheduled periods of extended or perpetual adoration of the exposed Blessed Sacrament. Many pastors have noted that it can sometimes be difficult to maintain an adequate number of...