2020-2021

Liturgical Calendar

for the

Apostolic Vicariates of Northern and Southern Arabia

Year of St. Joseph

Sundays: Year B
Weekdays: Year I

Imprimatur:
+ PAUL HINDER, O.F.M. Cap.
Apostolic Administrator of Northern Arabia
and Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia

1st November 2020

Version 1.4. Last updated 3 Feb 2021. Click to see recent updates and corrections.

3 February: updated guidelines for Ash Wednesday according to CDW Note.
3 February: updated additions to the General Calendar and World Day of Grandparents.
13 December: Masses for Christmas, Mother of God, Epiphany updated according to CDW decree.
13 December: Sunday of the Word of God updated according to CDW Note.
13 December: Updated Christmas guidelines according to Bishop's Letter.
13 December: Updated guidelines, indulgences, Masses for Year of St. Joseph, correction of St. Joseph Feast on March 19 for coming year.
21 November: First version released.

Season of Advent

The Season of Advent begins with First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the First Sunday of Advent and ends before First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of Christmas. In the Vicariates, the season unofficially begins on the Friday before the First Sunday of Advent, when the Sunday observance is anticipated.

Description of Season
- Advent has a twofold character. It is a time of preparation for Christmas, in which the First Coming of the Son of God to humanity is remembered. It is also a time when, remembering the Incarnation, minds and hearts are led to look forward to Christ’s Second Coming at the end of time. For these two reasons, Advent is a period of devout and expectant delight (Universal Norms on the Calendar 39). This includes an element of penance in quieting and disciplining hearts for the full joy of Christmas, and preparing lives to be ready to meet the Lord when he comes again in glory

Glory to God: is omitted in all Masses with violet or rose vestments. It is still used on Solemnities, Feasts and Ritual Masses where it is prescribed (e.g. Marriage).

Violet vestments are worn for Masses of Advent weekdays and Sundays. On the Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), rose vestments may be worn.

Reduced festivities: decoration of the church with flowers, and the use of musical instruments should be reduced (cf. GIRM 305, 313; CB ). The exceptions are Feasts and Solemnities, and the Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday).

The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be given greater prominence in this season, especially as preparation for the Lord's coming. Communal penance services may also be celebrated; samples for Advent may be found in Rite of Penance, Appendix II.

Marriages are permitted during Advent. Nuptial Mass texts can be used on all days on which a Ritual Mass is allowed, otherwise Mass of the day is used. Couples should take into account the special nature of Advent as a season of preparation with regard to festivity (Order of Celebrating Matrimony 32).

Marian dimension of the Advent season should be be taken into account in hymns and prayers used. The Angelus should be fostered, especially on weekdays. A more solemn celebration, involving a Gospel reading and other elements (DPP 195) may take place from time to time.

FRIDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 63:16-17; 64:1, 3–8 [64:2-7]
RP: Psalm 79(80):2-3,15-16,18-19
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Go: Mark 13:33-37

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th Week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Revelation (Apocalypse) 20:1-4, 11-21:2
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-6, 8
Go: Luke 21:34-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Francis Anthony Fasani, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

SATURDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 63:16-17; 64:1, 3–8 [64:2-7]
RP: Psalm 79(80):2-3,15-16,18-19
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Go: Mark 13:33-37

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 34th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 1st Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from psalter, rest from 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons).

or:

Saturday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 1st Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from psalter, rest from Advent Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Revelation 22:1-7
RP: Psalm 94 (95):1-7
Go: Luke 21:34-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. James of the March, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 29 NOVEMBER 2020

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays of Advent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 1st Sunday of Advent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 63:16-17; 64:1, 3–8 [64:2-7]
RP: Psalm 79(80):2-3,15-16,18-19
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Go: Mark 13:33-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

The proper Feast of All Saints of the Franciscan Family (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 30 NOVEMBER 2020

St. Andrew the Apostle, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.

At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. At Daytime Prayer, psalms( with antiphon of Advent) from Monday Psalm Week 1, rest from Common/Proper. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: Roman 10:9-18
RP: Psalm 18(19): 2-5
Go: Matthew 4:18-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 1 DECEMBER 2020

Tuesday in the 1st week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 11:1-10
RP: Psalm 71(72):1, 7-8, 12-13, 17
Go: Luke 10:21-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

WEDNESDAY, 2 DECEMBER 2020

Wednesday in the 1st week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 25:6-10
RP: Psalm 22 (23)
Go: Matthew 15:29-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Mary Angela Astorch, Virgin (opt. mem., Capuchin)

UAE National Day

Mass: A special Mass may be celebrated, if desired. The Various Needs Collect n. 21 "For the Nation" (or n. 22, 23) may be used. The other prayers of the Mass may be taken from either:
(a) the weekday Mass
(b) / the Mass For Giving Thanks to God in Various Needs n. 49B

Prayer of the Faithful: A petition may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Outside of Mass: the Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings nn. 1969-1979) may be followed, substituting the intercessions with the hymn Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name or another vernacular paraphrase) or the Magnificat. If desired, the concluding prayer may be replaced by a suitable from the Roman Missal such as Various Needs n. 21 ("For the Nation"), n.22 ("For those in public office") or n.23("For the Ruler").

Other patriotic manifestations: Other patriotic manifestations (e.g. national anthem, flag-hoisting, etc.) should, as a rule, take place outside of Mass and preferably outside the church building, which should be reserved for ceremonies of a sacred character. Within a church, consideration should be given to using sung texts of a religious character, asking for the divine blessing on/guidance for the nation.

THURSDAY, 3 DECEMBER 2020

St. Francis Xavier, Patron of Missions, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from the Proper of Saints; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Advent I

As St. Francis Xavier is Co-Patron of the Missions, the Mass may be celebrated with greater solemnity e.g. by adding the Gloria (cf. GIRM 53), a Prayer over the People (n. 27, 28) and/or proper readings from the Proper of Saints (see "Readings").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Thursday in the 1st week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints). Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

N.B. To observe St. Francis Xavier with greater solemnity as Patron of the Missions, readings may be taken from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

Weekday readings:

R1: Isaiah 26:1-6
RP: Psalm 117 (118):1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27
Go: Matthew 7:21, 24-27

Accommodated readings:(Proper of Saints)

R1: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
RP: Psalm 116(117):1-2
Go: Mark 16: 15-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Francis Xavier, Priest, Patron of the Missions (Feast, Comboni)

Salalah: Titular Solemnity

St. Francis Xavier, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of Holy Pastors or of Saints I-II

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) or any suitable readings from the Common of Pastors or of Holy Men (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: (any reading from the Common)
RP: Psalm 116:1-2
R2: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Go: Mark 16: 15-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity: If desired, one or more (or all) Masses celebrated on the following Friday/Saturday may be of St. Francis Xavier with the permission of the Bishop. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Francis Xavier may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Francis Xavier, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

FRIDAY, 4 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11
RP: Psalm 84(85):9-14
R2: 2 Peter 3:8-14
Go: Mark 1:1-8

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 1st week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. John Damascene, Priest and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from the Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or Advent weekday. Preface of Saints I-II/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in the 1st week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints). Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer from the Roman Missal at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 29:17-24
RP: Psalm 26(27):1, 4, 13-14
Go: Matthew 9:27-31

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11
RP: Psalm 84(85):9-14
R2: 2 Peter 3:8-14
Go: Mark 1:1-8

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 1st week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from psalter with proper antiphons, rest from 2nd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 30:19-21, 23-26
RP: Psalm 146 (147):1-6
Go: Matthew 9:35-10:1, 6-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Philip Rinaldi, priest (memorial, Salesian)

SUNDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2020

2nd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays of Advent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 2nd Sunday of Advent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11
RP: Psalm 84(85):9-14
R2: 2 Peter 3:8-14
Go: Mark 1:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

The optional memorial of St. Nicholas, Bishop, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2020

St. Ambrose, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial, as in the Proper of Saints; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials in Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Monday in the 2nd week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints). Benedictus antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer of memorial at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V. Mary.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 35:1-10
RP: Psalm 84(85):9-14
Go: Luke 5:17-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2020

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity (from Proper of Saints); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n.15).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Saints, psalms from the Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Evening Prayer II of Solemnity. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 3:9-15, 20
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12
Go: Luke 1:26-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Al Ain and Ma'ala: Titular Solemnity.

B.V. Mary Immaculate, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity : If desired, one or more (or all) Masses celebrated on the preceding or following Friday/Saturday may be of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception with the permission of the Bishop.In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of the Immaculate Conception may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Mary's Al Ain, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

WEDNESDAY, 9 DECEMBER 2020

Wednesday in the 2nd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from the Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or Advent weekday. Preface of Saints I-II/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 2nd week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 40:25-31
RP: Psalm 102(103):1-4, 8, 10
Go: Matthew 11:28-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 10 DECEMBER 2020

Thursday in the 2nd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

Our Lady of Loreto, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect is from the Common of the B.V. Mary II: In Advent ("O God, who fulfilling the promise made to our fathers"); antiphons from Common; rest from Common or Advent weekday. Preface of B.V. Mary I-II/Advent. I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Thursday in the 2nd week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Common of B.V. Mary: In Advent in Roman Missal; as at Mass) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 41:13-20
RP: Psalm 144(145):1, 9-13
Go: Matthew 11:11-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Arsenius Migliavacca of Trigolo, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 11 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11
RP: Luke 1:46-50, 53-54
R2: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Go: John 1:6-8, 19-28

Gaudete Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Advent, has increased signs of joy anticipating the full joy of Christmas. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary and musical instruments may be played as on festive occasions (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48, 236)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 2nd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Damasus I, Pope opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from the Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or Advent weekday. Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in the 2nd week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints). Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer of memorial at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 48:17-19
RP: Psalm 1:1-4, 6
Go: Matthew 11:16-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Maria Maravillas Pidal y Chico de Guzman, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 12 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11
RP: Luke 1:46-50, 53-54
R2: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Go: John 1:6-8, 19-28

Gaudete Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Advent, has increased signs of joy anticipating the full joy of Christmas. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary and musical instruments may be played as on festive occasions (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Our Lady of Guadalupe, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from the Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or Advent weekday. Preface of B.V. Mary I-II/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.
At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Saturday in the 2nd week of Advent, Reading 2 as below. Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer from the Roman Missal at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 3. Psalms from psalter, rest from 3rd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons).

or:

Saturday in the 2nd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 3. Psalms from psalter, rest from 3rd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 48:1-4, 9-11
RP: Psalm 79 (80): 2-3, 15-16, 18-19
Go: Matthew 17:10-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 13 DECEMBER 2020

3rd Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Advent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 3rd Sunday in Advent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11
RP: Luke 1:46-50, 53-54
R2: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Go: John 1:6-8, 19-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Gaudete Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Advent, has increased signs of joy anticipating the full joy of Christmas. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary and musical instruments may be played as on festive occasions (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48)

The memorial of St. Lucy, Virgin and Martyr, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 14 DECEMBER 2020

St. John of the Cross, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial, from the Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Advent I

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials during Advent.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Monday in the 3rd week of Advent, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints). Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Advent weekday. Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Numbers 24:2-7, 15-17
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
Go: Matthew 21:23-27

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Our Father St. John of the Cross, Priest and Doctor of the Church (Solemnity, Carmelite)

St. John of the Cross, Priest and Doctor of the Church (memorial, Incarnate Word)

TUESDAY, 15 DECEMBER 2020

Tuesday in the 3rd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Zephaniah 3:1-2, 9-13
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-3, 6-7, 17-18, 19, 23
Go: Matthew 21:28-32

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

WEDNESDAY, 16 DECEMBER 2020

Wednesday in the 3rd week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 45:6-8, 18, 21-26 (alt. numbering in some lectionaries: 21-25)
RP: Psalm 84 (85):9-14
Go: Luke 7:19-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Novena of Christmas

A Christmas novena may be begun today. It may consist of the Mass and Evening Prayer for these days, otherwise, it should try to reflect their liturgical themes, especially the use of the 'O' antiphons (Directory of Popular Piety 103). The novena (or novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic celebration, but before or after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be combined (if desired) with the Mass in the manner described in GILH 94, 96.

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

Bahrain National Day

Mass: A special Mass may be celebrated, if desired. The Various Needs Collect n. 21 "For the Nation" (or n. 22, 23) may be used. The other prayers of the Mass may be taken from either:
(a) the weekday Mass
(b) / the Mass For Giving Thanks to God in Various Needs n. 49B

Prayer of the Faithful: A petition may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Outside of Mass: the Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings nn. 1969-1979) may be followed, substituting the intercessions with the hymn Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name or another vernacular paraphrase) or the Magnificat. If desired, the concluding prayer may be replaced by a suitable from the Roman Missal such as Various Needs n. 21 ("For the Nation"), n.22 ("For those in public office") or n.23("For the Ruler").

Other patriotic manifestations: Other patriotic manifestations (e.g. national anthem, flag-hoisting, etc.) should, as a rule, take place outside of Mass and preferably outside the church building, which should be reserved for ceremonies of a sacred character. Within a church, consideration should be given to using sung texts of a religious character, asking for the divine blessing on/guidance for the nation.

THURSDAY, 17 DECEMBER 2020

17 December

MASS:

Mass of 17 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 17 December (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Genesis 49:2, 8-10
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-4, 7-8, 17
Go: Matthew 1:1-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

St. John of Matha, Priest and Founder, (Solemnity, Trinitarian)

FRIDAY, 18 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8-12, 14, 16
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 27, 29
R2: Romans 16:25-27
Go: Luke 1:26-38

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

Qatar National Day

Mass: Only Mass of the day permitted.

Prayer of the Faithful: A petition may be included for the country and rulers in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Outside of Mass: the Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings nn. 1969-1979) may be followed, substituting the intercessions with the hymn Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name or another vernacular paraphrase) or the Magnificat. If desired, the concluding prayer may be replaced by a suitable from the Roman Missal such as Various Needs n. 21 ("For the Nation"), n.22 ("For those in public office") or n.23("For the Ruler").

Other patriotic manifestations: Other patriotic manifestations (e.g. national anthem, flag-hoisting, etc.) should, as a rule, take place outside of Mass and preferably outside the church building, which should be reserved for ceremonies of a sacred character. Within a church, consideration should be given to using sung texts of a religious character, asking for the divine blessing on/guidance for the nation.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

18 December

MASS:

Mass of 18 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 18 December (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 23:5-8
RP: Psalm 71(72):1, 12-13, 18-19
Go: Matthew 1:18-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 19 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8-12, 14, 16
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 27, 29
R2: Romans 16:25-27
Go: Luke 1:26-38

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

19 December

MASS:

Mass of 19 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning Prayer), rest from 19 December (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 4th Sunday of Advent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from psalter, Magnificat antiphon from 19 December, rest from 4th Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Judges 13:2-7, 24-25
RP: Psalm 70(71):3-6, 16-17
Go: Luke 1:5-25

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 20 DECEMBER 2020

4th Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Advent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 4th Sunday in Advent (not from 20 December). However the verse, readings and responsories at the Office of Readings, and the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon at Morning/Evening Prayer is taken from 20 December. Concluding Prayer is of the 4th Sunday (not 20 December) at all Hours. Te Deum is said.

N.B. In newer breviaries, a special Benedictus antiphon is provided for this Sunday instead of the one from 20 December.

Readings

R1: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8-12, 14, 16
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 27, 29
R2: Romans 16:25-27
Go: Luke 1:26-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

MONDAY, 21 DECEMBER 2020

21 December

MASS:

Mass of 21 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 21 December (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Peter Canisius, Priest and Doctor of the Church, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from 21 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 21 December. at Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of 21 December, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Songs 2:8-14 or Zephaniah 3:14-18
RP: Psalm 32(33):2-3, 11-12, 20-21
Go: Luke 1:39-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

TUESDAY, 22 DECEMBER 2020

22 December

MASS:

Mass of 22 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 22 December (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 Samuel 1:24-28
RP: 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8
Go: Luke 1:46-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

WEDNESDAY, 23 DECEMBER 2020

23 December

MASS:

Mass of 23 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 23 December (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. John of Kanty, Priest, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from 23 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from 23 December. at Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of 23 December, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-5, 8-9, 10, 14
Go: Luke 1:57-66

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Misa 'De Aguinaldo' (Simbang Gabi)

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) are suggested:

Time: The Misa 'de Aguinaldo' is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec 16 to Dec 24 (early morning). In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to Dec 23 (evening).

Mass: Masses on all days (including Sunday) are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God(and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung and musical instruments played.

Texts: On Sundays, the texts of Sunday are used. If desired, they may also be used on Saturday evening (and Friday in our Vicariate). On other days, Mass is taken either from the Filipino Proper of the Roman Missal, or from the Common of the B.V. Mary:In Advent.

Readings: Readings of the day are taken. The first day of Simbang Gabi uses the readings of Friday in the Third Week of Advent.

THURSDAY, 24 DECEMBER 2020

Daily (Morning) Masses:

24 December

MASS:

Mass of 24 December; Preface of Advent II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on weekdays from 17-24 December.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (N.B. proper antiphons under 24 December), rest from 24 December (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8-12, 14, 16
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 27, 29
Go: Luke 1:67-79

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Masses in the evening use the Mass of the Vigil of the Nativity. Masses in the night can use the Mass "During the Night".

All from Proper of Seasons;Gloria;Creed; Preface I-II-III of the Nativity; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n.2).

Today, in honour of the Incarnation, all genuflect instead of bow during the Creed at the words 'and was incarnate'.

N.B. The text of the Gloria should not be replaced by other hymns.

Readings

N.B. The readings are interchangeable. Readings from any one of the 3 sets (During the Night/Midnight, Dawn, During the Day) can be used at any Christmas Mass. Careful consideration should be given in employing this faculty, as the readings complement other Mass texts.
For the Vigil:
R1: Isaiah 62:1-5
RP: Psalm 88(89):4-5, 16-17, 27, 29
R2: Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
Go: Matthew 1:1-25 or 1:18-25

During the Night/Midnight:
R1: Isaiah 9:1-7
RP: Psalm 95(96):1-3, 11-13
R2: Titus 2:11-14
Go: Luke 2:1-14

Dawn:
R1: Isaiah 62:11-12
RP: Psalm 96(97):1, 6, 11-12
R2: Titus 3:4-7
Go: Luke 2:15-20

During the Day:
R1: Isaiah 52:7-10
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-6
R2: Hebrews 1:1-6
Go: John 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14

Liturgical Note for Christmas Eve

Special Guideline for 2020: Christmas Mass (Vigil/Night) may be used at all Masses of 24th December, including the morning to accomodate the faithful within pandemic restrictions. General absolution may be offered before all the Masses of the day. The priest should not wear the Mass vestments while celebrating this rite. (Bishop's Letter 16.12.2020)

Crib:

Position:If the manger is set up in the church, it must not be placed in the presbyterium. A place should be chosen that is suitable for prayer and devotion and is easily accessible by the faithful. (Book of Blessings 1544)

Blessing:The blessing of the Christmas manger or nativity scene may take place on the Vigil of Christmas or at another more suitable time. (Book of Blessings 1542).

Incensing:The Holy Infant may be placed in the crib and honoured by an incensation either before or after the Mass. It may also be incensed during the Mass at the beginning after incensation of the altar (cf. GIRM 277; there is no unveiling or incensation at the Glory to God).

Liturgy of the Hours: On Christmas Eve it is fitting that by means of the Office of Readings, a solemn vigil be celebrated before Mass During the Night. Night Prayer is not said by those present at this vigil. Morning Prayer on Christmas Day is said as a rule before the Mass at Dawn. (GILH 215-216)

Announcement of the Nativity: The announcement of the Nativity of the Lord from the Martyrology (see Appendix I of the missal) may be recited or chanted before the Mass 'During the Night'. It does not replace any part of the Mass.

Season of Christmas

Christmas Time runs from First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the Nativity of the Lord up to and including the Second Vespers (Evening Prayer II) of the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

Description of Season
- The Christmas season is one of joy and celebration. After the annual celebration of the Paschal Mystery, the Church has no more ancient custom than celebrating the memorial of the Nativity of the Lord and of his first manifestations (Universal Norms on the Calendar 32)

White vestments are worn throughout the Christmas Season, except for the observances of martyrs, when red vestments are used.

Blessings: The Christmas Season offers the opportunity for many blessings, including homes (especially around Epiphany and the Baptism of the Lord cf. Book of Blessings 1597-1621), a manger/nativity scene (BB 1541-1569), Christmas tree (BB 1570-1596), families, children and other persons or items, mentioned under the appropriate day in the calendar.

Proper insertion is made in Eucharistic Prayer I throughout the Christmas Octave in all Masses at the In communion with.

Marian dimension of the Christmas season should be be taken into account in hymns and prayers used. The Angelus should be fostered, especially on weekdays. A more solemn celebration, involving a Gospel reading and other elements (DPP 195) may take place from time to time.

FRIDAY, 25 DECEMBER 2020

Holy Day of Obligation

Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity (from Proper of Seasons) according to time of day: "During the Night" (December 24 night), "at Dawn" (also for early morning), and "During the Day" (throughout 25 December);

Gloria;Creed; Preface I-II-III of the Nativity; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n.2).

Today, in honour of the Incarnation, all genuflect instead of bow during the Creed at the words 'and was incarnate'.

N.B. The text of the Gloria should not be replaced by other hymns.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.

At all Hours, everything (including psalms) from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

(See also Liturgical Note).

Readings

N.B. The readings are interchangeable. Readings from any one of the 3 sets (During the Night/Midnight, Dawn, During the Day) can be used at any Christmas Mass. Careful consideration should be given in using this faculty, as the readings complement the other Mass texts.

During the Night/Midnight:
R1: Isaiah 9:1-7
RP: Psalm 95(96):1-3, 11-13
R2: Titus 2:11-14
Go: Luke 2:1-14

Dawn:
R1: Isaiah 62:11-12
RP: Psalm 96(97):1, 6, 11-12
R2: Titus 3:4-7
Go: Luke 2:15-20

During the Day:
R1: Isaiah 52:7-10
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-6
R2: Hebrews 1:1-6
Go: John 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Liturgical Note for Christmas

Special Guideline for 2020: General absolution may be offered before all the Masses of Christmas on the 24th, 25th and 26th of December. The priest should not wear the Mass vestments while celebrating this rite. (Bishop's Letter 16.12.2020)

Bi/Trination: On this day (i.e. after midnight), priests may celebrate or concelebrate 3 Masses, provided that these Masses are celebrated at their proper times of day. By special permission of the Holy See, in 2020, priests may celebrate 4 Masses to fulfil pastoral needs (Decree CDW 16.12.2020, Prot. 597/20).

Crib: The crib may be honoured by an incensation either before the Mass, after the Mass, or during the Mass at the beginning after the altar is incensed (cf. GIRM 277; there is no incensation at the Glory to God).

Liturgy of the Hours: On Christmas Eve it is fitting that by means of the Office of Readings, a solemn vigil be celebrated before Mass During the Night. Night Prayer is not said by those present at this vigil. Morning Prayer on Christmas Day is said as a rule before the Mass at Dawn. (GILH 215-216)

Announcement of the Nativity: The announcement of the Nativity of the Lord from the Martyrology (see Appendix I of the missal) may be recited or chanted before the Mass 'During the Night'. It does not replace any part of the Mass.

SATURDAY, 26 DECEMBER 2020

At Obligatory Masses:

By special Episcopal provision for 2020 only

Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Any of the 3 Masses of Solemnity (from Proper of Seasons);

Gloria;Creed; Preface I-II-III of the Nativity; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n.2).

Today, in honour of the Incarnation, all genuflect instead of bow during the Creed at the words 'and was incarnate'.

N.B. The text of the Gloria should not be replaced by other hymns.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.

At all Hours, everything (including psalms) from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

(See also Liturgical Note).

Readings

N.B. The readings are interchangeable. Readings from any one of the 3 sets (During the Night/Midnight, Dawn, During the Day) can be used at any Christmas Mass. Careful consideration should be given in using this faculty, as the readings complement the other Mass texts.

During the Night/Midnight:
R1: Isaiah 9:1-7
RP: Psalm 95(96):1-3, 11-13
R2: Titus 2:11-14
Go: Luke 2:1-14

Dawn:
R1: Isaiah 62:11-12
RP: Psalm 96(97):1, 6, 11-12
R2: Titus 3:4-7
Go: Luke 2:15-20

During the Day:
R1: Isaiah 52:7-10
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-6
R2: Hebrews 1:1-6
Go: John 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14

Liturgical Note for Christmas

Special Guideline for 2020: General absolution may be offered before all the Masses of Christmas on the 24th, 25th and 26th of December. The priest should not wear the Mass vestments while celebrating this rite. (Bishop's Letter 16.12.2020)

Bi/Trination: On this day (i.e. after midnight), priests may celebrate or concelebrate 3 Masses, provided that these Masses are celebrated at their proper times of day. By special permission of the Holy See for 2020 only, priests may celebrate 4 Masses to fulfil pastoral needs (Decree CDW 16.12.2020, Prot. 597/20).

Crib: The crib may be honoured by an incensation either before the Mass, after the Mass, or during the Mass at the beginning after the altar is incensed (cf. GIRM 277; there is no incensation at the Glory to God).

or:

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast (from Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Creed; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Genesis 15:1-6, 21:1-3
RP: Psalm 104 (105): 1-6, 8-9
R2: Hebrews 11: 8, 11-12, 17-19
Go: Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40

Or from Year A (with Gospel of Year B):

R1: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-2, 3, 4-5
R2: Colossians 3:12-21
Go: Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40

Liturgical Notes

Blessing of Families: The Blessing of Families may replace the Final Blessing of the Mass (Book of Blessings 65-67). The blessing of families may also take place, jointly or individually, outside of Mass.

Other Blessings: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 112 also suggests the blessing of children (Book of Blessings 170ff.) and/or couples (Book of Blessings 132 ff.).

Entrustment to the Holy Family: Entrustment (Consecration) of families of the parish to the Holy Family is encouraged; this pious practice is also indulgenced (Manual of Indulgences 1; Directory 112)

Activities: Parishes and lay apostolates may use today as a pastoral opportunity for activities and initiatives to encourage or strengthen family life. Special care should also be given in the Vicariates to the question of separated migrant families.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Stephen, the First Martyr, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast (from Proper of Saints); Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity).
HOURS: Hours as on Feasts upto Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with antiphon of Christmas ) from Saturday Psalter Week 4, rest from Proper.

Evening Prayer I of the Feast of the Holy Family. All from the Feast (in Proper of Seasons), psalms of the Common of the B.V. Mary. Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59
RP: Psalm 30(31):3-4, 6, 8, 16-17
Go: Matthew 10:17-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 27 DECEMBER 2020

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast (from Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Creed; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Seasons, psalms from Common of B.V. Mary. Te Deum is said. At Daytime Prayer, psalms (with Christmas season antiphon) from Sunday Psalm Week 1, rest from Proper. Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Genesis 15:1-6, 21:1-3
RP: Psalm 104 (105): 1-6, 8-9
R2: Hebrews 11: 8, 11-12, 17-19
Go: Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40

Or from Year A (with Gospel of Year B):

R1: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-2, 3, 4-5
R2: Colossians 3:12-21
Go: Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Liturgical Notes

Blessing of Families: The Blessing of Families may replace the Final Blessing of the Mass (Book of Blessings 65-67). The blessing of families may also take place, jointly or individually, outside of Mass.

Other Blessings: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 112 also suggests the blessing of children (Book of Blessings 170ff.) and/or couples (Book of Blessings 132 ff.).

Entrustment to the Holy Family: Entrustment (Consecration) of families of the parish to the Holy Family is encouraged; this pious practice is also indulgenced (Manual of Indulgences 1; Directory 112)

Activities: Parishes and lay apostolates may use today as a pastoral opportunity for activities and initiatives to encourage or strengthen family life. Special care should also be given in the Vicariates to the question of separated migrant families.

Crater (Aden) and Kuwait City: Titular Solemnity.

Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Feast in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the cathedral church of the Holy Family in Kuwait City, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

MONDAY, 28 DECEMBER 2020

The Holy Innocents, Martyrs, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast (from Proper of Saints); Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts until Evening Prayer.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with antiphon of Christmas season) from Monday Psalm Week 1, rest from Proper.

Evening Prayer of day within the Octave of Christmas. Hymns, psalms and antiphons from Evening Prayer II of Nativity, rest from 28 December (in Proper of Seasons). Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: 1 John 1:5-2:2
RP: Psalm 123(124):2-5, 7-8
Go: Matthew 2:13-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Liturgical Notes

Blessing of Children: Where customary, a Blessing of Children may take place after the Mass, or at another suitable time. The Shorter Rite (Book of Blessings 170-172). The priest may also bless children individually using the Short Formulary (BB 173)

Prayers and Activities: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 113 encourages assistance to pregnant mothers, encourage adoption and the promotion of the education of children. and camapigns against abortion and other innumerable forms of violence which threaten the lives, dignity and right to education of children.

TUESDAY, 29 DECEMBER 2020

Fifth Day within the Octave of the Nativity

MASS:

Mass of 29 December (in Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Day within Christmas Octave.

At Office of Readings, all (including psalms) from 29 December (Proper of Seasons).Te Deum is said.

At Morning and Evening Prayer: hymn, psalms (and antiphons)from the Nativity, rest from the day (Proper of Seasons).

At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with Christmas season antiphon) from Tuesday Psalm Week 1, rest from 29 December.

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

or:

St. Thomas Becket, Bishop and Martyr, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from 29 December; Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during Christmas Octave.

At Office of Readings, all (including psalms) from 29 December (Proper of Seasons). After Reading 2 and responsory is added the Reading and responsory of the commemoration (Proper of Saints). Te Deum is then said, followed by Concluding Prayer of the commemoration.

At Morning and Evening Prayer: hymn, psalms (and antiphons)from the Nativity, rest from 29 December (Proper of Seasons). After the Concluding Prayer of 29 December, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added.

At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with Christmas season antiphon) from Tuesday Psalm Week 1, rest from 29 December.

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: 1 John 2:3-11
RP: Psalm 96(97):1-3, 5-6
Go: Luke 2:22-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 30 DECEMBER 2020

Sixth Day within the Octave of the Nativity

MASS:

Mass of 30 December (in Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Day within Christmas Octave.

At Office of Readings, all (including psalms) from 30 December (Proper of Seasons).Te Deum is said.

At Morning and Evening Prayer: hymn, psalms (and antiphons)from the Nativity, rest from the day (Proper of Seasons).

At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with Christmas season antiphon) from Wednesday Psalm Week 1, rest from 30 December.

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: 1 John 2:12-17
RP: Psalm 95(96):7-10
Go: Luke 2:36-40

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

THURSDAY, 31 DECEMBER 2020

Seventh Day within the Octave of the Nativity

MASS:

Mass of 31 December (in Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Day within Christmas Octave.

At Office of Readings, all (including psalms) from 31 December (Proper of Seasons).Te Deum is said.

At Morning Prayer: hymn, psalms (and antiphons)from the Nativity, rest from the day (Proper of Seasons).

At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with Christmas season antiphon) from Thursday Psalm Week 1, rest from 31 December.

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons), psalms from the Common. Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

or:

St. Sylvester I, Pope, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from 31 December; Gloria; Preface of Nativity I-III; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with (for Nativity); optional Solemn Blessing of the Nativity (n. 2).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during Christmas Octave.

At Office of Readings, all (including psalms) from 31 December (Proper of Seasons). After Reading 2 and responsory is added the Reading and responsory of the commemoration (Proper of Saints). Te Deum is then said, followed by Concluding Prayer of the commemoration.

At Morning Prayer: hymn, psalms (and antiphons)from the Nativity, rest from 31 December (Proper of Seasons). After the Concluding Prayer of 31 December, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added.

At Daytime Prayer, psalms(with Christmas season antiphon) from Thursday Psalm Week 1, rest from 29 December.

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons), psalms from the Common. Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: 1 John 2:18-21
RP: Psalm 95 (96):1-2, 11-13
Go: John 1:1-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Liturgical Note

Plendary Indulgence: for the public recitation or singing of the Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name, or other vernacular paraphrase), thanking God for the blessings of the past year (Manual of Indulgences 26.1.2).This should take place before or after Mass, or at another time

Prayers: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 114 commends a vigil offering of the new year to the Lord, with Eucharistic Adoration concluded by the celebration of Mass. The vigil has a two-fold aspect: of penance and sorrow forthe sins committed during the year and lost occasions of grace; and of thanks for the graces and blessings.>. The Te Deum may be sung during such a service as an act of community praise and thanksgiving to God for the graces received from him as the year draws to a close.

FRIDAY, 1 JANUARY 2021

Mary, Mother of God, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; Preface of the B.V. Mary I ("on the Solemnity of the Motherhood"); proper In communion with (Christmas) in Eucharistic Prayer I; optional Solemn Blessing for the Beginning of the Year (n. 3).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: Numbers 6:22-27
RP: Psalm 66(67):2-3, 5, 6, 8
R2: Galatians 4:4-7
Go: Luke 2:16-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

World Day of Peace

Information: The World Day of Peace was established by Pope St. Paul VI in 1967 within the octave of Christmas which celebrates the birth of the "Prince of Peace". It aims to encourage the faithful to pray and work for peace in humans hearts, and between individuals, communities and countries. It also fosters knowledge of the social doctrine of the Church rooted in Gospel teachings as a sure path to peace.

Prayer of the Faithful: A suitable intention for peace can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful

Activities and Devotions: special prayers for peace, or activities to build reconciliation in families and communities are encouraged.

Liturgical Note

Multiple Masses for 2021: By special permission of the Holy See for 2021 only, priests may celebrate 4 Masses today to fulfil pastoral needs (Decree CDW 16.12.2020, Prot. 597/20).

Plenary Indulgence: for the public recitation or singing of the Veni Creator (Come Holy Ghost, or other vernacular paraphrase) in the church to ask for divine help in the coming year. (Manual of Indulgences 26.1.1; cf. Directory of Popular Piety 116).This should take place before or after Mass, or at another time.

SATURDAY, 2 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Epiphany of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion; optional Solemn Blessing of Epiphany (n. 4).

After the Gospel, the Announcement of Moveable Feasts may take place (see Note).

Readings

N.B. Readings are identical to the Mass "during the Day".

R1: Isaiah 60:1-6
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
R2: Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6
Go: Matthew 2:1-12

Liturgical Note on Epiphany

Proclamation of the Date of Easter: This may take place after the Gospel by a deacon or a cantor or a concelebrant or the priest himself. This rite expresses the connection between the Epiphany and Easter, and orientates all feasts towards the greatest Christian solemnity (Directory of Popular Piety n. 118)

Blessings: Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes (Book of Blessings 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621). Chalk may also be blessed, distributed and used write the year and the initials of the Wise Men "20+ C + M + B + 21" (also interpreted to mean "Christus mansionem benedicat" or "Christ bless this dwelling") over the doors of buildings, churches,and residences (Directory of Popular Piety n.118, Book of Blessings 1795F). Other items associated with the Epiphany (e.g. incense,gold, etc.) may also be blessed today. (Book of Blessings 1795F-G).

Prayers and Activities: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 118 encourages as suitable for this day all initiatives to show solidarity and openess with those who come from afar, as well as promote assistance to the work of evangelisation and mission activity, especially the "Missionary Work of the Holy Child".

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Ss Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from January 2, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 John 2:22-28
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: John 1:19-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 3 JANUARY 2021

Epiphany of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "during the Day" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion;optional Solemn Blessing of Epiphany (n. 4).

After the Gospel, the Announcement of Moveable Feasts may take place (see Note).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Seasons. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 60:1-6
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
R2: Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6
Go: Matthew 2:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Liturgical Note on Epiphany

Multiple Masses for 2021: By special permission of the Holy See for 2021 only, priests may celebrate 4 Masses today to fulfil pastoral needs (Decree CDW 16.12.2020, Prot. 597/20).

Proclamation of the Date of Easter: This may take place after the Gospel by a deacon or a cantor or a concelebrant or the priest himself. This rite expresses the connection between the Epiphany and Easter, and orientates all feasts towards the greatest Christian solemnity (Directory of Popular Piety n. 118)

Blessings:

Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes (Book of Blessings 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621).

Chalk may also be blessed, distributed and used write the year and the initials of the Wise Men "20+ C + M + B + 21" (also interpreted to mean "Christus mansionem benedicat" or "Christ bless this dwelling") over the doors of buildings, churches,and residences (Directory of Popular Piety n.118, Book of Blessings 1795F).

Other items associated with the Epiphany (e.g. incense,gold, etc.) may also be blessed today. (Book of Blessings 1795F-G).

Prayers and Activities: The Directory of Popular Piety n. 118 encourages as suitable for this day all initiatives to show solidarity and openess with those who come from afar, as well as promote assistance to the work of evangelisation and mission activity, especially the "Missionary Work of the Holy Child".

The optional memorial of the Holy Name of Jesus (obligatory memorial for Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 4 JANUARY 2021

Monday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Monday in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Monday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 John 3:22-4:6
RP: Psalm 2:7-8, 10-11
Go: Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Kuriakos Elias Chavara, Priest (opt. mem., Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 5 JANUARY 2021

Tuesday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Tuesday in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Tuesday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 John 4:7-10
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-4, 7-8
Go: Mark 6:34-44

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Didacus Joseph (Diego Jose) of Cadiz, Priest (opt. mem, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 6 JANUARY 2021

Wednesday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Wednesdays in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Wednesday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 John 4:11-18
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 10-13
Go: Mark 6:45-52

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

THURSDAY, 7 JANUARY 2021

Thursday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Thursday in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Thursday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 John 4:19-5:4
RP: Psalm 71 (72): 1-2, 14-15, 17
Go: Luke 4:14-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. John of Ribera, Bishop (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

FRIDAY, 8 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Baptism of the Lord, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n.9, 20).

It is suitable to use the Rite of Blessing and Sprinkling of Holy Water (Missal, Appendix II) instead of the Penitential Act and Kyrie today.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Isaiah 55:1-11
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: 1 John 5:1-9
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Or from Year A (with Gospel of Year B):

R1: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 28 (29):1-4, 9-10
R2: Acts 10:34-38
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Liturgical Note

Blessings: Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes (Book of Blessings 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621).

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Friday in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Friday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 John 5:5-13
RP: Psalm 147:12-15, 19-20
Go: Luke 5:12-16

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Titus Zeman, Priest and Martyr (memorial, Salesian)

St. Peter Thomas, Bishop (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 9 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Baptism of the Lord, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n.9, 20).

It is suitable to use the Rite of Blessing and Sprinkling of Holy Water (Missal, Appendix II) instead of the Penitential Act and Kyrie today.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Isaiah 55:1-11
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: 1 John 5:1-9
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Or from Year A (with Gospel of Year B):

R1: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 28 (29):1-4, 9-10
R2: Acts 10:34-38
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Liturgical Note

Blessings: Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes (Book of Blessings 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621).

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday after the Epiphany

MASS:

Mass of the Christmas weekday. All from Saturday in the weekdays of Christmas Time (Proper of Seasons) with Collect for after Epiphany; Preface of Epiphany/Nativity I-III.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on weekdays after Epiphany.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Saturday after the Epiphany (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. All from the Feast (in the Proper of Seasons).

Night Prayer I of Sunday.

Readings

R1: 1 John 5:14-21
RP: Psalm 149: 1-6, 9
Go: John 3:22-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Andrew Corsini, Bishop (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 10 JANUARY 2021

Baptism of the Lord, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n.9, 20).

It is suitable to use the Rite of Blessing and Sprinkling of Holy Water (Missal, Appendix II) instead of the Penitential Act and Kyrie today.
HOURS:

Hours as on Feasts.
All from the Baptism of the Lord (Proper of Seasons). Te Deum. Psalms at Daytime Prayer from Sunday Week 1. Night Prayer of Sunday.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Isaiah 55:1-11
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: 1 John 5:1-9
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Or from Year A (with Gospel of Year B):

R1: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 28 (29):1-4, 9-10
R2: Acts 10:34-38
Go: Mark 1:7-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Liturgical Note

Blessings: Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes (Book of Blessings 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621).

Ordinary Time I

The first part of the season of Ordinary Time begins on the Monday after the Baptism of the Lord and ends on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.

Description: In Ordinary Time "no particular aspect of the mystery of Christ is celebrated, but rather the mystery of Christ itself is honoured in its fullness, especially on Sundays." (UNLYC 43)

Green vestments are worn for Masses of Sundays and weekdays in Ordinary Time.

Readings: that are omitted due to a Friday or feast-day may be joined with readings on preceding or following day, if they are part of a continuous cycle (cf. Introduction to the Lectionary 82).

Weekdays: Weekdays offer the opportunity for celebration of Votive Masses in honour of the saints, Masses of the Dead and Masses for Various Needs (either a complete formulary or the Collect alone). For more information, see "Liturgical Information".

Saturdays in Ordinary Time without a specific saint are specially devoted to the B.V. Mary, venerated as Patroness of the Gulf. "This ancient and humble memorial of Mary recurring each week is reminder of the unfailing presence of the Blessed Virgin in the life of the Church and a fitting preparation for the Lord's Day" (cf. Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin 36).

Eucharistic Prayer IV is especially commended on the Sundays of Ordinary Time.

MONDAY, 11 JANUARY 2021

Monday in the 1st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday, or of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 1:1-6
RP: Psalm 96(97):1-2, 6-7, 9
Go: Mark 1:14-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 12 JANUARY 2021

Tuesday in the 1st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 1st week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday, or of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 2:5-12
RP: Psalm 8:2, 5, 6-7, 8-9
Go: Mark 1:21-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Bernard of Corleone, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 13 JANUARY 2021

Wednesday in the 1st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Hilary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 1st Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 2:14-18
RP: Psalm 104 (105):1-4, 6-9
Go: Mark 1:29-39

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

THURSDAY, 14 JANUARY 2021

Thursday in the 1st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 1st week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday, or of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 3:7-14
RP: Psalm 94(95):6-11
Go: Mark 1:40-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 15 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 1 Samuel 3:3-10, 19
RP: Psalm 39(40):2, 4, 7-10
R2: 1 Corinthians 6:13-15, 17-20
Go: John 1:35-42

In the parishes of AVONA, the External Solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia may be observed today in solemn celebrations of Mass or the Liturgy of the Hours with the people (GIRM 374, GILH 245).

Our Lady of Arabia, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity A or B; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the B.V. Mary. Te Deum is said. Concluding Prayer at all Hours from the Collect of Mass. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of Solemnity. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

Mass A:

R1: Isaiah 60:1-6
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
R2: Romans 12: 9-16
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Mass B:

R1: Zephaniah 3:14-18
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: Galatians 4:4-7
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 1st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 1st week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday, or of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 4:1-5, 11
RP: Psalm 77(78):3-4, 6-8
Go: Mark 2:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Louis Variara, Priest (memorial, Salesian)

SATURDAY, 16 JANUARY 2021

Our Lady of Arabia, Principal Patroness of the Gulf, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity A or B; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the B.V. Mary. Te Deum is said. Concluding Prayer at all Hours from the Mass Collect. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of Solemnity. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

Mass A:

R1: Isaiah 60:1-6
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
R2: Romans 12: 9-16
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Mass B:

R1: Zephaniah 3:14-18
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: Galatians 4:4-7
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

The proper memorial of Ss. Berard, Priest, and Companions, Franciscan Protomartyrs (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

Ahmadi: Titular Solemnity.
Parish of Our Lady of Arabia (AVONA): Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

Our Lady of Arabia, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Local Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity :If desired, on the Sunday (and Friday), at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of Our Lady of Arabia (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Our Lady of Arabia may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of Our Lady of Arabia in Ahmadi, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

SUNDAY, 17 JANUARY 2021

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: 1 Samuel 3:3-10, 19
RP: Psalm 39(40):2, 4, 7-10
R2: 1 Corinthians 6:13-15, 17-20
Go: John 1:35-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

AVONA: the External Solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia may be observed today in solemn celebrations of Mass or the Liturgy of the Hours with the people (GIRM 374, GILH 245).

Our Lady of Arabia, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity A or B; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the B.V. Mary. Te Deum is said. Concluding Prayer at all Hours from the Collect of Mass. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of Solemnity. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

Mass A:

R1: Isaiah 60:1-6
RP: Psalm 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
R2: Romans 12: 9-16
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Mass B:

R1: Zephaniah 3:14-18
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: Galatians 4:4-7
Go: Luke 1:39-56

The memorial of St. Anthony, Abbot, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 18 JANUARY 2021

Monday in the 2nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 5:1-10
RP: Psalm 109 (110):1-4
Go: Mark 2:18-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

TUESDAY, 19 JANUARY 2021

Tuesday in the 2nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 6:10-20
RP: Psalm 110(111):1-2, 4-5, 9-10
Go: Mark 2:23-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

WEDNESDAY, 20 JANUARY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: The Office of the day is celebrated.

But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 2nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Fabian, Pope and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 2nd Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Sebastian, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 2nd Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 7:1-3, 15-17
RP: Psalm 109(110):1-4
Go: Mark 3:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 21 JANUARY 2021

St. Agnes, Virgin and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Virgins/Martyrs I-II or Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials but with proper Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 2nd Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Morning and Evening Prayer:antiphons and readings from the Proper of Saints, psalms from the Common, hymn and intercessions from psalter/Common.

Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 7:25-8:6
RP: Psalm 39(40):7-10, 17
Go: Mark 3:7-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

FRIDAY, 22 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
RP: Psalm 25(26):4-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Go: Mark 1:14-20

Sunday of the Word of God

Information: The Sunday of the Word of God was established by Pope Francis in 2019 by the motu proprio "Aperuit illis". It is devoted to "the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God". It promotes the role and importance of the Word of God for the life of the Church and of individuals.The Congregation of Divine Worship has also published a "Note on the Sunday of the Word of God", with 10 liturgical aspects for celebration.

Mass: A Bible may be enthroned before the Mass on a suitable stand in the sanctuary or other prominent place in the church throughout the Mass - however, it is not incensed.

It is more suitable that the Gospel Book (not Bible) be carried in the Entrance procession or placed on the altar before Mass. (cf. GIRM ; CDW Note 1),

Encouragement is given to singing the Responsorial Psalm today (cf. CDW Note 3), and observing the periods of silence indicated in the liturgical books after the 1st and 2nd readings, and the homily (cf. CDW Note 5)

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: Commissioning and blessing of parish readers (Aperuit illis n. 3) may take place today; celebrations of the Liturgy of the Hours is also encouraged.

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina; promoting Scriptural Prayer especially the 'Liturgy of the Hours' (Note n.10).

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina.

Ecumenism: This Sunday also encourages appreciation of the shared heritage of the Bible with other Christians and the Jewish people.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 2nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Vincent, Deacon and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 2nd Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 8:6-13
RP: Psalm 84(85):8, 10-14
Go: Mark 3:13-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Laura Vicuna, youth (opt. mem., Salesian)

St. Vincent Pallotti, Priest (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

SATURDAY, 23 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
RP: Psalm 25:4-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Go: Mark 1:14-20

Sunday of the Word of God

Information: The Sunday of the Word of God was established by Pope Francis in 2019 by the motu proprio "Aperuit illis". It is devoted to "the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God". It promotes the role and importance of the Word of God for the life of the Church and of individuals.The Congregation of Divine Worship has also published a "Note on the Sunday of the Word of God", with 10 liturgical aspects for celebration.

Mass: A Bible may be enthroned before the Mass on a suitable stand in the sanctuary or other prominent place in the church throughout the Mass - however, it is not incensed.

It is more suitable that the Gospel Book (not Bible) be carried in the Entrance procession or placed on the altar before Mass. (cf. GIRM ; CDW Note 1),

Encouragement is given to singing the Responsorial Psalm today (cf. CDW Note 3), and observing the periods of silence indicated in the liturgical books after the 1st and 2nd readings, and the homily (cf. CDW Note 5)

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: Commissioning and blessing of parish readers (Aperuit illis n. 3) may take place today; celebrations of the Liturgy of the Hours is also encouraged.

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina; promoting Scriptural Prayer especially the 'Liturgy of the Hours' (Note n.10).

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina.

Ecumenism: This Sunday also encourages appreciation of the shared heritage of the Bible with other Christians and the Jewish people.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 2nd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 2nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 9:2-3, 11-14
RP: Psalm 46(47):2-3, 6-9
Go: Mark 3:20-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 24 JANUARY 2021

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
RP: Psalm 25:4-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Go: Mark 1:14-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Sunday of the Word of God

Information: The Sunday of the Word of God was established by Pope Francis in 2019 by the motu proprio "Aperuit illis". It is devoted to "the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God". It promotes the role and importance of the Word of God for the life of the Church and of individuals.The Congregation of Divine Worship has also published a "Note on the Sunday of the Word of God", with 10 liturgical aspects for celebration.

Mass: A Bible may be enthroned before the Mass on a suitable stand in the sanctuary or other prominent place in the church throughout the Mass - however, it is not incensed.

It is more suitable that the Gospel Book (not Bible) be carried in the Entrance procession or placed on the altar before Mass. (cf. GIRM ; CDW Note 1),

Encouragement is given to singing the Responsorial Psalm today (cf. CDW Note 3), and observing the periods of silence indicated in the liturgical books after the 1st and 2nd readings, and the homily (cf. CDW Note 5)

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: Commissioning and blessing of parish readers (Aperuit illis n. 3) may take place today; celebrations of the Liturgy of the Hours is also encouraged.

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina; promoting Scriptural Prayer especially the 'Liturgy of the Hours' (Note n.10).

Activities and Devotions: Among the activities encouraged for this Sunday is the enthroning of the Bible in family homes; materials to encourage reading of the Bible or one of its books; workshops or retreats for readers; use of Scripture in devotions (e.g. Scriptural rosary); showing the Scriptural basis of the Eucharist; encouraging/teaching practices of prayer with the Bible such as lectio divina.

Ecumenism: This Sunday also encourages appreciation of the shared heritage of the Bible with other Christians and the Jewish people.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn 15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

The memorial of St. Francis de Sales, Priest and Doctor of the Church (Feast in Salesian) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 25 JANUARY 2021

Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 16).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Monday, PsWk 3. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22
RP: Psalm 116(117):1-2
Go: Mark 16:15-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Week: Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from the 18 January (formerly the Feast of the Cahir of St. Peter at Rome) to January 25 (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God for the unity of Christians.

Prayers for Christian Unity: Both the indulgenced prayers and other prayers may be recited after Mass or at other suitable times (e.g. the public rosary, Holy Hours, etc.). Suitable prayers and prayer services for Catholic/ecumenical use may be found at the website of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity, christianunity.va

Prayers of the Faithful: Whenever the Prayers of the Faithful are used at Mass, a petition should be added for unity among Christians.

Mass: When permitted by the rubrics (see Permitted Masses), the Mass For the unity of Christians (Various Needs n. 17) is recommended. Days of Marian devotion may use the formulary B.V. Mary, Mother of Unity (n. 38) from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of unity, the special readings from the Various Needs lectionary may replace the usual weekday readings.

The Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I:The Church on the Path to Unity may be used with the Various Needs Mass.

2021 Theme: Abide in my love. To abide in God's love in Christ is to be reconciled with oneself, to bear the fruit of communion, solidarity and witness . The themes for individual days are as follows:
- Day 1: Called by God: You did not choose me but I chose you(Jn15:16a)
- Day 2: Maturing internally: Abide in me as I abide in you.(Jn 15:4a)
- Day 3: Forming one body:Love one another as I have loved you(Jn 15:12b)
- Day 4: Praying togetherI do not call you servants any longer ... but I have called you friends(Jn 15:15)
- Day 5: Letting oneself be transformed by the Word:You have already been pruned by the word...(Jn 15:3)
- Day 6: Welcoming others:Go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.(Jn 15:16b)
- Day 7: Growing in unity:I am the vine, you are the branches.(Jn 15:5a)
- Day 8: Reconciling with all of creation:So that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.(Jn 15:11)

Conversion of St. Paul, Principal Patron (Solemnity, Chartres)

TUESDAY, 26 JANUARY 2021

Ss. Timothy and Titus, Bishops, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors or Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 3rd Tuesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

N.B. The First Reading of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 or Titus 1:1-5
RP: Psalm 39(40):2, 4, 7-8, 10-11
Go: Mark 3:31-35

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 or Titus 1:1-5
RP: Ps 95 (96):1-3, 7-8, 10
Go: Luke 10:1-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

WEDNESDAY, 27 JANUARY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 3rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Angela Merici, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 3rd Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 10:11-18
RP: Psalm 109(110):1-4
Go: Mark 4:1-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Henry de Osso y Cervello, Priest (opt. mem., Carmelite)

THURSDAY, 28 JANUARY 2021

St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors or Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 3rd Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 10:19-25
RP: Psalm 23(24):1-6
Go: Mark 4:21-25

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Agnes, Virgin and Martyr, Principal Patroness (Feast, Trinitarian)

FRIDAY, 29 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 18:15-20
RP: Psalm 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Go: Mark 1:21-28

World Day of Consecrated Life

N.B. : The World Day for Consecrated Life which falls on February 2 may be observed on this weekend as well.

Information: The World Day for Consecrated Life was instituted by Pope St. John Paul II in 1997 on the Feast of the Presentation. Catholics are encouraged to pray for all those who have dedicated their lives to God in the religious/consecrated life, in order to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to the world. The Church remembers the gift of the vocation to consecrated life and also prays for its increase.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for those in consecrated life, and/or an increase in vocations to the consecrated life may be included.

Activities : activities are encouraged which introduce the faithful to the diversity of consecrated life in the Church; emphasize its ecclesial role; and promote vocational awareness.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 3rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 10:32-39
RP: Psalm 36(37):3-6, 23-24, 39-40
Go: Mark 4:26-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 30 JANUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 18:15-20
RP: Psalm 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Go: Mark 1:21-28

Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Paul

Ceremonial 1167: "Each year in all the churches and communities of the diocese there is to be a celebration of the anniversary of the Bishop's episcopal ordination".

Daily Mass: Special Mass "For the Bishop" as given below.

Obligation Mass: Mass of Sunday, but intention for the Bishop in the Prayers of the Faithful.

World Day of Consecrated Life

N.B. : The World Day for Consecrated Life which falls on February 2 may be observed on this weekend as well.

Information: The World Day for Consecrated Life was instituted by Pope St. John Paul II in 1997 on the Feast of the Presentation. Catholics are encouraged to pray for all those who have dedicated their lives to God in the religious/consecrated life, in order to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to the world. The Church remembers the gift of the vocation to consecrated life and also prays for its increase.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for those in consecrated life, and/or an increase in vocations to the consecrated life may be included.

Activities : activities are encouraged which introduce the faithful to the diversity of consecrated life in the Church; emphasize its ecclesial role; and promote vocational awareness.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Anniversary of the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Paul Hinder, Apostolic Administrator of AVONA and Apostolic Vicar of AVOSA

MASS:

Various Needs Mass I.3: "For the Bishop"; Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays or as for Saturday memorial of the B.V. Mary.

B.V.Mary:At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 3rd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Weekday: All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

N.B. The readings may be taken either from the weekday, or from the Common of Pastors

From the weekday:
R1: Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19
RP: Luke 1:69-75
Go: Mark 4:35-41

Or from the Common of Pastors:
R1: Isaiah 61:1-3
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 21-22, 25, 27
Go: Mark 4:35-41

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Bronislaus Markiewicz, Priest (memorial, Salesian)

St. Hyacinth Mariscotti, Virgin (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 31 JANUARY 2021

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 18:15-20
RP: Psalm 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Go: Mark 1:21-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

World Day of Consecrated Life

N.B. : The World Day for Consecrated Life which falls on February 2 may be observed on this weekend as well.

Information: The World Day for Consecrated Life was instituted by Pope St. John Paul II in 1997 on the Feast of the Presentation. Catholics are encouraged to pray for all those who have dedicated their lives to God in the religious/consecrated life, in order to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to the world. The Church remembers the gift of the vocation to consecrated life and also prays for its increase.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for those in consecrated life, and/or an increase in vocations to the consecrated life may be included.

Activities : activities are encouraged which introduce the faithful to the diversity of consecrated life in the Church; emphasize its ecclesial role; and promote vocational awareness.

The memorial of St. John Bosco, Priest, is omitted this year.

St. John Bosco, Priest and Founder (Solemnity, Salesian)

MONDAY, 1 FEBRUARY 2021

Monday in the 4th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 11:32-40
RP: Psalm 30(31):20-24
Go: Mark 5:1-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Commemoration of all deceased Salesian confreres (memorial, Salesian)

TUESDAY, 2 FEBRUARY 2021

Presentation of the Lord, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: nn. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday, PsWk 4. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

N.B. Since the Feast falls on a weekday, only one reading is read before the Gospel. A choice is made between the First and Second Reading in the lectionary.
R1: Malachi 3:1-4 or Hebrews 2:14-18
RP: Psalm 23(24):7-10
Go: Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22-32

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Procession/Entrance and Blessing of Candles

Mass is preceded by the Blessing of Candles and either by a Procession or Solemn Entrance. The order of the procession is as usual for Mass, with the faithful walking behind the celebrant (Ceremonial n. 246)

Blessing of candles should not take place at the altar itself but at some other suitable place at least a little way from the altar (e.g.the door of the church, the middle, a side altar or chapel, etc.).

After the Procession/Solemn Entrance, the Penitential Act is omitted. After the kissing (and incensing) of the altar, the Mass continues with the Glory to God. The priest may wear a white cope for the first part, particularly if the rite is carried out withsome solemnity. He changes to a chasuble after incensing.

Liturgical Notes

If the blessing of St. Blaise will be administered tomorrow, the candles to be used are blessed today.

The Directory of Popular Piety 121 recommends the Blessing of Parents or of Mothers before Childbirth on this day (cf. Book of Blessings 253-255; Shortest Formulary n. 256).

World Day of Consecrated Life

Information: The World Day for Consecrated Life was instituted by Pope St. John Paul II in 1997 on the Feast of the Presentation. Catholics are encouraged to pray for all those who have dedicated their lives to God in the religious/consecrated life, in order to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to the world. The Church remembers the gift of the vocation to consecrated life and also prays for its increase.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for those in consecrated life, and/or an increase in vocations to the consecrated life may be included.

Activities : activities are encouraged which introduce the faithful to the diversity of consecrated life in the Church; emphasize its ecclesial role; and promote vocational awareness.

WEDNESDAY, 3 FEBRUARY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 4th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Ansgar, Bishop, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 4th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 4th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 12:4-7, 11-15
RP: Psalm 103(104):1-2, 13-14, 17-18
Go: Mark 6:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Blessing of throats

Even if a different Mass is celebrated, throats may be blessed today in honour of St. Blaise (Book of Blessings 1630-1634). Either individual blessings using crossed candles blessed on the Feast of the Presentation, may be given by both clerics and designated lay ministers (lay ministers omit the sign of the cross in the Prayer of Blessing), or the priest may also bless all assembled together at the end of Mass by extending his hands over the assembly and saying the Prayer of Blessing, omitting the rite with the candles. Outside of Mass, the Shorter Rite may be used (Book of Blessings 1651-1655).

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 4 FEBRUARY 2021

Thursday in the 4th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 12:18-19, 21-24
RP: Psalm 47(48):2-4, 9-11
Go: Mark 6:7-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Elizabeth Canori Mora (memorial, Trinitarian)

St. Joseph of Leonessa (memorial, Capuchin)

Bl. Marie Eugene of the Child Jesus Grialou, Priest (opt. mem., Carmelite)

FRIDAY, 5 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Job 7:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 146(147):1-6
R2: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Go: Mark 1:29-39

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Agatha,Virgin and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Virgins/Martyrs I-II or Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 4th Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 13:1-8
RP: Psalm 26(27):1, 3, 5, 8-9
Go: Mark 6:14-29

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Job 7:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 146(147):1-6
R2: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Go: Mark 1:29-39

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Ss. Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II or Martyrs I-II or Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 4th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21
RP: Psalm 22(23)
Go: Mark 6:30-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ss. Peter Baptist, Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 7 FEBRUARY 2021

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 5th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Job 7:1-4, 6-7
RP: Psalm 146(147):1-6
R2: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Go: Mark 1:29-39

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The proper memorial of Bl. Pius IX, Pope (Salesian) and the proper memorial of St. Colette of Corbie, Virgin (Capuchin)are omitted this year.

MONDAY, 8 FEBRUARY 2021

Monday in the 5th week of Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Jerome Emiliani, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 5th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 5th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 1:1-19
RP: Psalm 103 (104):1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 24, 35
Go: Mark 6:53-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

World Day of Awareness against Human Trafficking

Information: This day, when the Church celebrates the memorial of St. Josephine Bakhita who was kidnapped and sold as a slave, is observed as a day for prayer and awareness against human trafficking, and the restoration/recognition of human dignity. It was proposed by the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace and the International Union of Superiors General.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for victims of trafficking may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Liturgy and Devotions: Blessing of Victims of Crime or Oppression (Book of Blessings n. 430ff./447ff.); prayer activities with and for exploited persons

Activities: activities and messages to increase awareness about any persons oppressed or exploited, especially migrants; to visit, comfort and empower them; to encourage parishioners and lay apostolates to become involved in social and spiritual assistance to them; initiatives to popularize and/or develop parish outreach to such persons seeking assistance; cooperation with civic and social organisations with similar/compatible aims.

St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin (memorial, Comboni)

TUESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY 2021

Tuesday in the 5th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 1:20-2:4
RP: Psalm 8:4-9
Go: Mark 7:1-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Eusebia Palomino Yenes, virgin (opt. mem., Salesian)

Bl. Leopold of Alpandeire, Religious (opt. mem., Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 10 FEBRUARY 2021

St. Scholastica, Virgin, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Virgins/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 5th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 2:4-9, 15-17
RP: Psalm 103(104):1-2, 27-30
Go: Mark 7:14-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2021

Our Lady of Lourdes, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of B.V. Mary/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 5th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

Thursday in the 5th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 2:18-25
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-5
Go: Mark 7:24-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

World Day of the Sick

Information: The was instituted by Pope St. John Paul II in 1992 to increase prayer and care for the sick; to help the sick understand and value suffering on the human and supernatural level; to involve Catholics and priests in health-care ministry and to promote spiritual-moral education of healthcare workers.

Mass: the Mass of Our Lady of Lourdes is suitable; the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary also provides a special Mass for the “B.V. Mary, Health of the Sick” (n. 44); the Roman Missal also provides a Mass “For the Sick” (Various Needs n. 45) .

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included for the sick, or different categories of the sick. Sample petitions can be found in “Pastoral Care of the Sick” or the “Book of Blessings”.

Liturgy: A Blessing of the Sick (Book of Blessings n. 380 ff.); Blessing of health-care workers (adapting Book of Blessings n. 794/795); texts in Pastoral Care for the Sick can provide suitable material for devotional or paraliturgical services; distribution of blessed Oil or Water (Book of Blessings 1795E, F) in honour of our Lady of Lourdes

Devotions: special prayers and devotions (e.g. rosary, novena/tridua, etc.) may be conducted today or in the preceding days, focusing on the sick in general, or those affected by particular ailments.

Activities: encouraging an apostolate for the sick among parish organizations; bio-ethical education, especially for medical workers, on relevant questions; spiritual activities for health care workers; providing catechesis/education on the role of suffering. Particular attention should be given to proper understandings of sickness and healing in its biblical and theological context. The apostolic letter “Salvifici Doloris” can provide a suitable starting point in discussing human suffering.

FRIDAY, 12 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46
RP: Psalm 31(32):1-2, 5, 11
R2: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
Go: Mark 1:40-45

Singing of Alleluia

This Sunday is the last Sunday before Lent when the Alleluia is not used; thus, a custom in the Church is to sing more hymns and other texts with "Alleluia".

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 5th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 3:1-8
RP: Psalm 31(32):1-2, 5-7
Go: Mark 7:31-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Plenary Indulgence

Plenary indulgence for visiting the cathedral church of St. Joseph (AVOSA) or the cathedral of the Holy Family (AVONA) and there praying the Our Father and Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.1.3c)

SATURDAY, 13 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46
RP: Psalm 31(32):1-2, 5, 11
R2: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
Go: Mark 1:40-45

Singing of Alleluia

This Sunday is the last Sunday before Lent when the Alleluia is not used; thus, a custom in the Church is to sing more hymns and other texts with "Alleluia".

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 5th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 5th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Genesis 3:9-24
RP: Psalm 89(90):2-6, 12-13
Go: Mark 8:1-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 14 FEBRUARY 2021

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46
RP: Psalm 31(32):1-2, 5, 11
R2: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
Go: Mark 1:40-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Singing of Alleluia

This Sunday is the last Sunday before Lent when the Alleluia is not used; thus, a custom in the Church is to sing more hymns and other texts with "Alleluia".

The memorial of Ss. Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop, and the proper Feast of St. John Baptist of the Conception, Priest (Trinitarian) are omitted this year.

MONDAY, 15 FEBRUARY 2021

Monday in the 6th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 4:1-15, 25
RP: Psalm 49(50):1, 8, 16-17, 20-21
Go: Mark 8:11-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 16 FEBRUARY 2021

Tuesday in the 6th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10
RP: Psalm 28(29):1-4, 9-10
Go: Mark 8:14-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Season of Lent

The season of Lent runs from Ash Wednesday until the Mass of the Lord's Supper, which begins the Pashcal Triduum.

Description of Season
- Lent prepares catechumens and faithful to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. Catechumens are prepared for the celebration of the sacraments of Christian initiation. The faithful, ever more attentive to the Word of God and prayer, prepare themselves by penance for the renewal of their baptismal promises. It is a time of purification and enlightenment, when the faithful adopt the virtue and practice of penance that form a necessary part of the preparation for Easter. From the inner conversion of heart come practices of penance that witness to the evangelical spirit of penance and help others (Universal Norms on the Calendar 32)

Preaching
1. During Mass: preaching is recommended especially on Lenten weekdays, and is obligatory on Lenten Sundays (cf. GIRM 66, Paschale Solemnitatis 12-13)
2. Lenten Missions or Recollections: the traditional custom of Lenten missions or Days of Recollection to promote examination of life, conversion of heart and Christian living is encouraged.
3. Catechesis:Catechesis in homilies should explain the Paschal Mystery and the sacraments, particularly the passages of the Gospel which illustrate the diverse aspects of Baptism and of the other sacraments, and of the mercy of God. It is important to impress on the minds of the faithful both the social consequences of sin and that aspect of the virtue of penance, which involves the detestation of sin as an offense against God (cf. Paschale Solemnitatis 14, CB 251)

Sacraments
1. Marriages in the Latin Church can be celebrated during Lent, except on Good Friday and Holy Saturday. The special Nuptial Mass is permitted except on Sundays and Solemnities. However, couples should be advised to moderate festive elements given the somber nature of the season (OCM 32).
2. Sacrament of Reconciliation is encouraged during Lent. Communal penance services may also be celebrated; samples for Lent may be found in Rite of Penance, Appendix II. Initiatives such as "24 hours for the Lord" around the 4th Sunday of Lent, promoting greater availability for confession, is encouraged by Pope Francis (Misercodia et Misera 11)

Devotions and Pious Practices
1. Way of the Cross: either the traditional 14 Stations, or stations that have been used publicly by the Pope.
2. Way of the Sorrowful Mother (Via Matris): retracing Mary's sorrows.
3. Litany of Saints: an ancient tradition of the Roman Church during Lent. The Litany can replace the entrance rite of the Mass on Sundays of Lent (as explained in the missal before Ash Wednesday), and can be prayed devotionally (e.g. after the public rosary, instead of the Litany of the B.V. Mary).
4. Passion of Christ: other devotions harmonizing with the themes of the Lenten Season for renewal of baptism, conversion, repentance, mercy, and the Passion of Christ. See Directory of Popular Piety 127ff. for suggestions.
5. Lenten practices: fasting (only on weekdays), abstinence, prayer and charity are recommended to the faithful throughout Lent.
6. Word of God: reading of Scripture, especially the daily readings at Mass, personally or with others (e.g. family) is to be encouraged. Initiatives should also be taken to promote greater familiarity and meditation on the Word of God.
7. Mass and Holy Communion: the pious practice of attending Mass more frequently during Lent is encouraged, along with the reception of Holy Communion after due preparation. In the Apostolic Vicariates, the obligation to receive Holy Communion once a year can be fulfilled from the First Sunday of Lent until Trinity Sunday (Sunday after Pentecost).

Indulgences
1. Partial Indulgences: practices of prayer, self-denial, almsgiving and charity receive partial indulgences under the general grants.
2. Prayer before a Crucifix: On every Friday in Lent, the faithful who say the prayer Behold, O good and loving Jesus after Holy Communion before an image of Christ crucified, receive a plenary indulgence. (Manual 8.1.2).
3. Prayer before a Crucifix: On every Friday in Lent, the faithful who say the prayer Behold, O good and loving Jesus after Holy Communion before an image of Christ crucified, receive a plenary indulgence. (Manual 8.1.2).
4. Way of the Cross: A plenary indulgence is granted to all those who participate in the Stations (Way) of the Cross held in the church. If they legitimately cannot, the same indulgence is gained by spending at least 15 minutes reading or meditating on the Passion and Death of Christ (Manual 16.1).
5. Parish Mission: Those who hear some of the sermons of a arish mission and are present for its solemn conclusion receive a plenary indulgence (Manual 16.1).

Decoration of altar: the altar is not decorated with flowers except on Solemnities and the Fourth Sunday of Lent (Laetare).

Music: Musical instruments are played only as necessary to support singing.

Glory to God is omitted in all Masses celebrated in violet vestments; it can be used on Solemnities, Feasts and prescribed Ritual Masses (e.g. Nuptial Mass).

Alleluia is omitted in all celebrations, in liturgical and paraliturgical texts, even on Solemnities, until the Easter Vigil. It may be replaced by one of the 4 acclamations printed in the lectionary "or another similar phrase".

Prefaces: Prefaces III and IV are recommended for weekdays, especially days of fasting/abstinence. Prefaces I and II are used on Sundays when there is no special prefaces.

Eucharistic Prayers for Reconciliation may be used whenever Lent Prefaces I-IV are used.

Prayer over the People for each day of Lent (optional on weekdays, obligatory on Sundays) is said as follows:
[Priest:] The Lord be with you. [Response:] And with your spirit.
[Priest:] Bow down for the blessing.
With hands extended over the people, the priest says the Prayer over the People.
[Priest:] And may the blessing of almighty God the Father, and the Son, + and the Holy Spirit, come down on you and remain with you for ever."

Celebration of Lenten Scrutinies

During Lent, the initiation rites are carried out for those who will be baptized at the Easter Vigil on the 1st, 3rd, 4th and 5th Sundays, as indicated under those Sundays. If, for pastoral reasons, these rites are celebrated on another day, the Mass and readings given below are still used.

Celebration of the Election of Catechumens

MASS:

Ritual Mass I.1: For the Election or Enrollement of Names, or Mass of the Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent; Gloria omitted; preface of Lent I-IV

Rite of Election and Enrollment of Names takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the First Sunday of Lent:
- R1: Genesis 9:8-15
- RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
- R2: 1 Peter 3:18-22
- Go: Mark 1:12-15

Celebration of the 1st Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2A:For the 1st Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Preface of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (under the 3rd Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny). Rite of the 1st Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 3rd Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Exodus 17:3-7
- RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
- R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
- Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

Celebration of the 2nd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2B:For the 2nd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted; Preface of the 4th Sunday of Lent (under the 4th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).Rite of the 2nd Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 4th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 or (from Ritual Mass lectionary) Exodus 13:21-22
- RP: Psalm 22(23)
- R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
- Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

Celebration of the 3rd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2C:For the 3rd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted; proper Preface of the 5th Sunday in Lent (under the 5th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).Rite of the 3rd Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 5th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
- RP: Psalm 129 (130)
- R2: Romans 8:8-11
- Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

WEDNESDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2021

Ash Wednesday

MASS:

Mass of Ash Wednesday. All from the Proper of Seasons; the Penitential Act is omitted; Kyrie is optional; Gloria omitted;Creed omitted; proper Preface of Lent III-IV; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

See "Note" for Distribution of Ashes.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ash Wednesday.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with Lenten antiphons), rest from Ash Wednesday (in Proper of Seasons). For Morning Prayer, the psalms of Friday Week III may be used.

Readings

R1: Joel 2:12-18
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-6, 12-14, 17
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2
Go: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Blessing and distribution of ashes

Within Mass:the rite takes place after the homily. If in larger churches, following long-established Vicariate customs, ashes are distributed after Mass for logistic reasons, it is fitting that at least some faithful (e.g. servers) should receive them after the homily.

Outside Mass: ashes must be distributed in a Celebration of the Word. For distribution of ashes in a Celebration of the Word, instead of Mass, see rubric in the missal at end of Ash Wednesday.

Special regulation for 2021: According to the "Note" of the Congregation of Divine Worship on 12 January 2021, the priest says the formula "Remember you are dust" or "Repent and believe" once only to the whole congregation. Then, with the facemask, he distributes the ashes, sprinkling them on the head of each person without saying anything.

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

The optional memorial of the Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order is omitted this year.

THURSDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2021

Thursday after Ash Wednesday

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 30:15-20
RP: Psalm 1:1-4, 6
Go: Luke 9:22-25

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 19 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 1st Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 9:8-15
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
R2: 1 Peter 3:18-22
Go: Mark 1:12-15

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Litany of Saints

The instruction Paschale Sollemnitatis and the Missal recommend that at least the principal Masses on this day begin with the processional Litany of Saints. The rite may be found in the Roman Missal, in the rubric before Ash Wednesday.

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Celebration of the Election of Catechumens

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent;Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 1st Sunday in Lent

Rite of Election and Enrollment of Names takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- The readings are taken from either Cycle A, B (current year) or C of the First Sunday of Lent.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday after Ash Wednesday

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 58:1-9
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-6, 18-19
Go: Matthew 9:14-15

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 20 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 1st Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 9:8-15
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
R2: 1 Peter 3:18-22
Go: Mark 1:12-15

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Litany of Saints

The instruction Paschale Sollemnitatis and the Missal recommend that at least the principal Masses on this day begin with the processional Litany of Saints. The rite may be found in the Roman Missal, in the rubric before Ash Wednesday.

Celebration of the Election of Catechumens

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent;Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 1st Sunday in Lent

Rite of Election and Enrollment of Names takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- The readings are taken from either Cycle A, B (current year) or C of the First Sunday of Lent.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday after Ash Wednesday

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the First Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 58:9-14
RP: Psalm 85(86):1-6
Go: Luke 5:27-32

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2021

1st Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 1st Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 9:8-15
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
R2: 1 Peter 3:18-22
Go: Mark 1:12-15

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Litany of Saints

The instruction Paschale Sollemnitatis and the Missal recommend that at least the principal Masses on this day begin with the processional Litany of Saints. The rite may be found in the Roman Missal, in the rubric before Ash Wednesday.

Celebration of the Election of Catechumens

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Lent;Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 1st Sunday in Lent

Rite of Election and Enrollment of Names takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- The readings are taken from either Cycle A, B (current year) or C of the First Sunday of Lent.

The optional memorial of St. Peter Damian, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2021

Chair of St. Peter the Apostle Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (incluidng psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(antiphon of Lent) at Daytime prayer from Monday, PsWk 1. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: 1 Peter 5:1-4
RP: Psalm 22 (23)
Go: Matthew 16:13-19

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

TUESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2021

Tuesday in the 1st week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Thursday in Lent Week 1); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 55:10-11
RP: Psalm 33(34):4-7, 16-19
Go: Matthew 6:7-15

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 24 FEBRUARY 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in the 1st week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Jonah 3:1-10
RP: Psalm 50 (51):3-4, 12-13, 18-19
Go: Luke 11:29-32

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Ss. Louis Versiglia, Bishop, and Callistus Caravario, Priest, Salesian Protomartyrs (Feast, AVOSA Salesian)

Bl. Josepha Naval Girbes, Virgin (commemoration, Carmelite)

THURSDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2021

AVONA: Lenten weekday

Thursday in the 1st week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Esther 4:17 (alt. numbering: Esther C:12, 14-16, 23-25)
RP: Psalm 137 (138):1-3, 7-8
Go: Matthew 7:7-12

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Ss. Louis Versiglia, Bishop, and Callistus Caravario, Priest, Salesian Protomartyrs (Feast, AVONA Salesian)

Kuwait National Day

Mass: Only Mass of the day permitted. With Bishop's permission, the special Votive Collect n. 21 ("For the Nation"), or nn. 22-23, may be used instead of the Collect of the Mass.

Prayer of the Faithful: A petition may be included for the country and rulers in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Outside of Mass: the Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings nn. 1969-1979) may be followed, substituting the intercessions with the hymn Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name or another vernacular paraphrase) or the Magnificat. If desired, the concluding prayer may be replaced by a suitable from the Roman Missal such as Various Needs n. 21 ("For the Nation"), n.22 ("For those in public office") or n.23("For the Ruler").

Other patriotic manifestations: Other patriotic manifestations (e.g. national anthem, flag-hoisting, etc.) should, as a rule, take place outside of Mass and preferably outside the church building, which should be reserved for ceremonies of a sacred character. Within a church, consideration should be given to using sung texts of a religious character, asking for the divine blessing on/guidance for the nation.

AVOSA: Dedication of the Cathedral

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral of St. Joseph, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast. All from the Common of the Dedication of a Church II: Outside the Church that was Dedicated; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the Dedication (n. 19).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.

At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(with antiphon of Lent) at Daytime Prayer from Thursday Psalm Week 1, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Thursday.

Readings

N.B. The readings are taken from the Common of the Dedication of a Church, Section III: "Anniversary of Dedication"( found in Lectionary Vol. II). Other readings from the same Common may be chosen.

R1: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7 (n.3) or Ephesians 2:19-22 (n.2)
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
Go: John 4:19-24 (n. 4)

N.B. Alleluia is replaced by another acclamation. At any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Any

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 26 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 2nd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 22:1-2, 9, 10-13, 15-18
RP: Psalm 115 (116):10, 15-19
R2: Romans 8:31-34
Go: Mark 9:2-10

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 1st week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 18:21-28
RP: Psalm 129 (130)
Go: Matthew 5:20-26

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 27 FEBRUARY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 2nd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 22:1-2, 9, 10-13, 15-18
RP: Psalm 115 (116):10, 15-19
R2: Romans 8:31-34
Go: Mark 9:2-10

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 1st week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer II of the 2nd Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 2. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Gregory of Narek, Abbot and Doctor of the Church, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (The Collect is not yet translated into English. In the interim, the Collect is taken from Common of Holy Men:for an Abbot, or the Common of Doctors); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Saturday in Lent Week 1); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added after Reading 2 and responsory. Until the proper texts are translated, these texts are taken from the Common of Doctors. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon (from the Common of Doctors) and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 26:16-19
RP: Psalm 118 (119):1-2, 4-5, 7-8
Go: Matthew 5:43-48

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 28 FEBRUARY 2021

2nd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 2nd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

R1: Genesis 22:1-2, 9, 10-13, 15-18
RP: Psalm 115 (116):10, 15-19
R2: Romans 8:31-34
Go: Mark 9:2-10

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

MONDAY, 1 MARCH 2021

Monday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Daniel 9:4-10
RP: Psalm 78(79):8, 9, 11, 13
Go: Luke 6:36-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 2 MARCH 2021

Tuesday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 1:10, 16-20
RP: Psalm 49(50):8-9, 16-17, 21, 23
Go: Matthew 23:1-12

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Agnes of Bohemia, Virgin (commemoration, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 3 MARCH 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 18:18-20
RP: Psalm 30(31):5-6, 14-16
Go: Matthew 20:17-28

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Manama: Solemnity of Dedication of the Church

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of the Church. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of the Dedication of the Church. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, but others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Note on this Solemnity

Description: “Solemnities include….the Anniversary of the Dedication of one’s own church” (Table of Liturgical Days 4b). The dedication of the church building is celebrated as a “place where the Christian community is gathered to hear the word of God, to offer intercession and praise to him, and above all to celebrate the holy mysteries". This solemnity thus also celebrates the unity of the parish, with the people of God gathered around their priests, to be built up into the dwelling place of God. “Because the church is a visible building, it stands as a special sign of the pilgrim Church on earth and reflects the Church dwelling in heaven.” (Rite of Dedication)

External Solemnity: If desired, one or more Masses celebrated on the preceding or following Friday/Saturday may be of the Solemnity of the Dedication with the permission of the Bishop. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Dedication may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed (Manual 33.1.6).

THURSDAY, 4 MARCH 2021

Thursday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. Casimir, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Thursday in Lent Week 2); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 17:5-10
RP: Psalm 1:1-4, 6
Go: Luke 16:19-31

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

2016 Aden massacre

On this day in 2016, the Missionaries of Charity Sisters Judith, Reginette, Margherite and Anselm, along with their helpers, were massacred in Aden.

FRIDAY, 5 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If the readings from Year A are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 3rd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Exodus 20:1-17 or 20:1-3, 7-8, 12-17
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Go: John 2:13-25

Or from Year A:

R1: Exodus 17:3-7
RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Celebration of the 1st Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2A:For the 1st Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (under the 3rd Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 1st Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 3rd Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Exodus 17:3-7
- RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
- R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
- Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 37:3-4, 12-13, 17-28
RP: Psalm 104(105):16-21
Go: Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 6 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If the readings from Year A are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 3rd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Exodus 20:1-17 or 20:1-3, 7-8, 12-17
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Go: John 2:13-25

Or from Year A:

R1: Exodus 17:3-7
RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Celebration of the 1st Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2A:For the 1st Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (under the 3rd Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 1st Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 3rd Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Exodus 17:3-7
- RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
- R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
- Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 2nd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 3. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Micah 7:14-15, 18-20
RP: Psalm 102(103):1-4, 9-12
Go: Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 7 MARCH 2021

3rd Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If the readings from Year A are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 3rd Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Exodus 20:1-17 or 20:1-3, 7-8, 12-17
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
R2: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Go: John 2:13-25

Or from Year A:

R1: Exodus 17:3-7
RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Celebration of the 1st Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2A:For the 1st Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (under the 3rd Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 1st Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 3rd Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Exodus 17:3-7
- RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
- R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
- Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

The memorial of Ss. Perpetua and Felicity, Martyrs and the proper optional memorial of Bl. Maria Antonia de La Paz y Figeuro (Incarnate Word) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 8 MARCH 2021

Monday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. John of God, Religious, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Monday in Lent Week 3); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: 2 Kings 5:1-15
RP: Psalm 41(42):2, 3; 42(43):3, 4
Go: Luke 4:24-30

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 9 MARCH 2021

Tuesday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. Frances of Rome, Religious, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Tuesday in Lent Week 3); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Daniel 3:25, 34-43
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
Go: Matthew 18:21-35

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 10 MARCH 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9
RP: Psalm 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20
Go: Matthew 5:17-19

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 11 MARCH 2021

Thursday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 7:23-28
RP: Psalm 94(95):1-2, 6-9
Go: Luke 11:14-23

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 12 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Lenten Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If Year A readings are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 4th Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23
RP: Psalm 136 (137)
R2: Ephesians 2:4-10
Go: John 3:14-21

Or from Year A:

R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Laetare Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Lent, has special signs of joy to encourage the faithful in their Lenten journey to the full joy of Easter. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary, and musical instruments may be played (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48, 252)

Extended Confessions

Following the Holy Father’s recommendation, penitential celebrations with individual confession and/or extended confession hours are encouraged especially around this weekend/Sunday (Misericordia et Misera 11).

Religious Profession of Pope Francis

On this day in 1960, Pope Francis professed the religious vows of poverty, chastity and obedience as a member of the Society of Jesus. A special intention for the Pope may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful,or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass)

Celebration of the 2nd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2B:For the 2nd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 4th Sunday of Lent (under the 4th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 2nd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 4th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 or Exodus 13:21-22(Ritual Mass lectionary)
- RP: Psalm 22(23)
- R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
- Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Hosea 14:2-10
RP: Psalm 80(81):6-8-11, 14, 17
Go: Mark 12:28-34

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Louis Orione, Priest (commemoration, Incarnate Word)

SATURDAY, 13 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Lenten Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If Year A readings are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 4th Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23
RP: Psalm 136 (137)
R2: Ephesians 2:4-10
Go: John 3:14-21

Or from Year A:

R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Laetare Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Lent, has special signs of joy to encourage the faithful in their Lenten journey to the full joy of Easter. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary, and musical instruments may be played (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48, 252)

Extended Confessions

Following the Holy Father’s recommendation, penitential celebrations with individual confession and/or extended confession hours are encouraged especially around this weekend/Sunday (Misericordia et Misera 11).

Papal Election of Pope Francis

On this day in 2013, Pope Francis was elected as the Successor to the See of St. Peter.

Mass:A specialintention for the Pope may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful,or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass)

Daily Mass: The Lenten weekday Mass may be replaced if a special celebration to mark the anniversary of the Papal election is held. The Votive Mass "For a Pope" [Various Needs n.2] may be celebrated, in white vestments, using suitable readings from the Common of Pastors in the Lectionary. The Glory to God may be sung if desired, but the Alleluia is replaced by the customary Lenten acclamation.

Celebration of the 2nd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2B:For the 2nd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 4th Sunday of Lent (under the 4th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 2nd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 4th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 or Exodus 13:21-22(Ritual Mass lectionary)
- RP: Psalm 22(23)
- R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
- Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 3rd week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 4th Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 4. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Hosea 6:1-6
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-4, 18-21
Go: Luke 18:9-14

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 14 MARCH 2021

4th Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Lenten Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

If Year A readings are used, the proper Preface is said.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 4th Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23
RP: Psalm 136 (137)
R2: Ephesians 2:4-10
Go: John 3:14-21

Or from Year A:

R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Laetare Sunday

This Sunday, which falls mid-way in Lent, has special signs of joy to encourage the faithful in their Lenten journey to the full joy of Easter. Rose vestments are worn, flowers may decorate the altar and sanctuary, and musical instruments may be played (cf. Ceremonial of Bishops 41, 48, 252)

Extended Confessions

Following the Holy Father’s recommendation, penitential celebrations with individual confession and/or extended confession hours are encouraged especially around this weekend/Sunday (Misericordia et Misera 11).

Celebration of the 2nd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2B:For the 2nd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of the 4th Sunday of Lent (under the 4th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 2nd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 4th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 or Exodus 13:21-22(Ritual Mass lectionary)
- RP: Psalm 22(23)
- R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
- Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

MONDAY, 15 MARCH 2021

Monday in the 4th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 65:17-21
RP: Psalm 29(30):2, 4, 5-6, 11-13
Go: John 4:43-54

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Doha: Solemnity of Dedication of the Church

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of the Church. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of the Dedication of the Church. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, but others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Note on this Solemnity

Description: “Solemnities include….the Anniversary of the Dedication of one’s own church” (Table of Liturgical Days 4b). The dedication of the church building is celebrated as a “place where the Christian community is gathered to hear the word of God, to offer intercession and praise to him, and above all to celebrate the holy mysteries". This solemnity thus also celebrates the unity of the parish, with the people of God gathered around their priests, to be built up into the dwelling place of God. “Because the church is a visible building, it stands as a special sign of the pilgrim Church on earth and reflects the Church dwelling in heaven.” (Rite of Dedication)

External Solemnity: If desired, one or more Masses celebrated on the preceding or following Friday/Saturday may be of the Solemnity of the Dedication with the permission of the Bishop. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Dedication may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed (Manual 33.1.6).

TUESDAY, 16 MARCH 2021

AVONA: Dedication of Cathedral

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral of the Holy Family, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast. All from the Common of the Dedication of a Church II: Outside the Church that was Dedicated; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the Dedication (n. 19).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Feasts.

At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(with antiphon of Lent) at Daytime Prayer from Tuesday Psalm Week 4, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

N.B. The readings are taken from the Common of the Dedication of a Church, Section III: "Anniversary of Dedication"( found in Lectionary Vol. II). Other readings from the same Common may be chosen.

R1: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7 (n.3) or Ephesians 2:19-22 (n.2)
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
Go: John 4:19-24 (n. 4)

N.B. Alleluia is replaced by another acclamation. At any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Any

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

In Holy Family parish, this feast is observed as a Solemnity.

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral of the Holy Family, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Common of the Dedication of a Church II: In the Dedicated Church; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the Dedication (n. 19)/in situ.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.

At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest (including antiphon) from Common. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

N.B. The readings are taken from the Common of the Dedication of a Church, Section III: "Anniversary of Dedication"( found in Lectionary Vol. II). Other readings from the same Common may be chosen instead.

R1: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7 (n.3)
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R1: Ephesians 2:19-22 (n.2)
Go: John 4:19-24 (n. 4)

N.B. Alleluia is replaced by another acclamation. At any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the cathedral of the Holy Family in Kuwait, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.6).

AVOSA:Lenten weekday

Tuesday in the 4th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 47:1-9, 12
RP: Psalm 45(46):2-3, 5-6, 8-9
Go: John 5:1-3, 5-16

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Jose Gabriel del Rosario Brochero, Priest (commemoration, Incarnate Word)

WEDNESDAY, 17 MARCH 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in the 4th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. Patrick, Bishop, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Wednesday of Lent Week 4); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 49:8-15
RP: Psalm 144(145):8-9, 13-14, 17-18
Go: John 5:17-30

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 18 MARCH 2021

Thursday in the 4th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

or:

St. Cyril of Jerusalem, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Thursday in Lent Week 4); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of St. Joseph. All from the Proper of Saints.

Readings

R1: Exodus 32:7-14
RP: Psalm 105(106):19-23
Go: John 5:31-47

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 19 MARCH 2021

By exception, due to the Year of St. Joseph, this Solemnity is celebrated on a Friday of Lent in the Vicariate instead of the Sunday Mass.

St. Joseph, Spouse of the B.V. Mary, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (nn. 27, 28).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: 2 Samuel 7:4-5, 12-14, 16
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 27, 29
R2: Romans 4:13, 16-18, 22
Go: Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24 or Luke 2:41-51

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

St. Joseph, Titular (Solemnity, Chamberry)

St. Joseph, Patron (Solemnity, Incarnate Word)

Abu Dhabi: Titular Solemnity.
Parish of St. Joseph (AVONA): Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

St. Joseph, Titular, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity.

Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the cathedral of St. Joseph in Abu Dhabi, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

Celebration of the 3rd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2C:For the 3rd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 5th Sunday in Lent (under the 5th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 3rd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 5th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
- RP: Psalm 129 (130)
- R2: Romans 8:8-11
- Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

SATURDAY, 20 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

5th Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 5th Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Jeremiah 31:31-34
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-4, 12-15
R2: Hebrews 5:7-9
Go: John 12:20-33 (incorrect notation in some books: 20-30)

Or from Year A:

R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
RP: Psalm 129 (130)
R2: Romans 8:8-11
Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Veiling of images and crucifixes

From the First Vespers of the 5th Sunday of Lent, all crosses and images may be veiled in purple. Crosses remain veiled until after the liturgical action of Good Friday, and images until before the Easter Vigil

Celebration of the 3rd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2C:For the 3rd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 5th Sunday in Lent (under the 5th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 3rd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 5th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
- RP: Psalm 129 (130)
- R2: Romans 8:8-11
- Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 4th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Lent I-IV (suggested: III or IV); optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 5th Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons). Hymn of Holy Week may be used.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 11:18-20
RP: Psalm 7:2-3, 9-12
Go: John 7:40-52

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 21 MARCH 2021

5th Sunday of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday of Lent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Lent I-II; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 5th Sunday in Lent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Jeremiah 31:31-34
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-4, 12-15
R2: Hebrews 5:7-9
Go: John 12:20-33 (incorrect notation in some books: 20-30)

Or from Year A:

R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
RP: Psalm 129 (130)
R2: Romans 8:8-11
Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Installation of Bishop Paul Hinder (AVOSA)

On this day in 2005, Bishop Paul Hinder was installed as the Apostolic Vicar of Arabia. In the churches of AVOSA, a special intention for the Bishop may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful, or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass).

Celebration of the 3rd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2C:For the 3rd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface of the 5th Sunday in Lent (under the 5th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).

Rite of the 3rd Scrutiny takes place after the homily. It is followed by the Prayer of the Faithful and Creed as usual, but for pastoral reasons, they may be omitted.

READINGS:
- From the 5th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
- RP: Psalm 129 (130)
- R2: Romans 8:8-11
- Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

MONDAY, 22 MARCH 2021

Monday in the 5th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion I; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from Monday in Lent Week 5 (in Proper of Seasons). Hymns of Holy Week may be used.

Readings

R1: Daniel 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 or 13:41-62
RP: Psalm 22 (23)
Go: John 8:1-11

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 23 MARCH 2021

Tuesday in the 5th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion I; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Tuesday in Lent Week 5 (in Proper of Seasons). Hymns of Holy Week may be used.

or:

St. Turibius of Mogrovejo, Bishop, commemoration

MASS:

Collect of saint (from Proper of Saints); rest of Mass from Lenten weekday (Tuesday in Lent Week 5); Lent Preface I-IV; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on commemorations during Lent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday. At Office of Readings, the Reading+responsory and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration (Proper of Saints) is added after Reading 2 and responsory. At Morning/Evening Prayer, after the Concluding Prayer of the Lenten weekday, the Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of the commemoration is added.

Readings

R1: Numbers 21:4-9
RP: Psalm 101 (102):2-3, 16-21
Go: John 8:21-30

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 24 MARCH 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in the 5th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion I; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Wednesday in Lent Week 5 (in Proper of Seasons). Hymns of Holy Week may be used.

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of the Annunciation.

Readings

R1: Daniel 3:14-20, 24-25, 28 (alt. numbering: Daniel 3:14-20, 91-92, 95)
RP: Daniel 3: 52-56
Go: John 8:31-42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Didacus Joseph of Cadiz, Priest (commemoration, Trinitarian)

THURSDAY, 25 MARCH 2021

Annunciation of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested:9, 13, 14, 17).

Today, in honour of the incarnation, all genuflect instead of bowing at the words "and was incarnate", etc. in the Creed.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints. Te Deum is said.
Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Evening Prayer II of Solemnity. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10
RP: Psalm 39(40):7-11
R2: Hebrews 10:4-10
Go: Luke 1:26-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

FRIDAY, 26 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

MASS:

Mass of Palm Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the Palm Sunday (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

Procession Go: Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16
R1: Isaiah 50:4-7
RP: Psalm 21 (22):8-9, 17-20, 23-24
R2: Philippians 2:6-11
Go: Mark 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39

N.B. "It is strongly recommended that, unless there is some overriding pastoral reason to the contrary, all 3 reading given be used.....however, the priest may read only one of the readings which precede the Gospel....or only the story of the Passion, even in its shorter form" (Lectionary 346).

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Reading of the Passion Gospel

The Gospel of the Passion, in the long or short form, may be read or sung by a single person, or by "three persons who take the parts of Christ, the narrator and the people". . When sung, a choir may take the part of the crowd (Paschale Solemnitatis 33, POLT 1).

The passion is proclaimed by three deacons, or if none is present, by priests, or if these are lacking, by lectors; in which case the part of Christ must be reserved for the celebrating priest. (POLT 1)

For the Passion, three bare lecterns are used. Candles and incense are not used. (POLT 2-3)

The Passion is begun immediately: "The Lord be with you" is not said, nor the response. As they begin, the readers do not make the sign of Cross on themselves or the book. When the Passion is finished, the narrator says: "The Gospel of the Lord," and all acclaim: "Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ". The book of the Passion is not kissed by anyone. (PLOT 6, 8-9)

Only the Passion text itself may be sung; no hymns or other musical pieces may be inserted in between. The Passion should not be enacted as a play within the liturgy (cf. PS 33)

The custom of the congregational recitation of parts belonging to the “crowd” is not foreseen by rubrics on the reading of the Passion in the typical edition of 1989. The text is a Gospel proclamation like all others which the faithful are usually encouraged to actively hear, rather than enact.

Blessing of Palms

A Procession with palms to commemorate the Entrance of the Lord into Jerusalem takes place before the principal Mass. When this is not possible, a Solemn Entrance is conducted instead, with the reading of the Gospel, blessing of the palms and hymns as the priest and ministers (and representative faithful/servers) proceed to the altar. This Solemn Entrance may be repeated for other Masses where large numbers of the faithful are present.

At other Masses, a Simple Entrance takes place: this is no different from a regular Mass and palms are not blessed prior to this Mass, although blessed palms may be distributed before or after the celebration.

The priest may wear a cope for the procession or Solemn Entrance, which is changed to a chasuble after kissing (and incensing) the altar. Mass continues with the Lord have mercy (optional) and the Collect.

Where the Mass cannot be celebrated there should be a celebration of the Word of God on the theme of the Lord's messianic entrance and passion, either on Saturday evening or on Sunday at a convenient time. (PS 31; rubric of Roman Missal for Palm Sunday)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 5th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion I; optional proper Prayer over the People. N.B. the second Collect is a commemoration of the B.V. Mary at the foot of the Cross.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Tuesday in Lent Week 5 (in Proper of Seasons). Hymns of Holy Week may be used.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 20:10-13
RP: Psalm 17 (18):2-7
Go: John 10:31-42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 27 MARCH 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

MASS:

Mass of Palm Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the Palm Sunday (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

Procession Go: Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16
R1: Isaiah 50:4-7
RP: Psalm 21 (22):8-9, 17-20, 23-24
R2: Philippians 2:6-11
Go: Mark 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39

N.B. "It is strongly recommended that, unless there is some overriding pastoral reason to the contrary, all 3 reading given be used.....however, the priest may read only one of the readings which precede the Gospel....or only the story of the Passion, even in its shorter form" (Lectionary 346).

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Reading of the Passion Gospel

The Gospel of the Passion, in the long or short form, may be read or sung by a single person, or by "three persons who take the parts of Christ, the narrator and the people". . When sung, a choir may take the part of the crowd (Paschale Solemnitatis 33, POLT 1).

The passion is proclaimed by three deacons, or if none is present, by priests, or if these are lacking, by lectors; in which case the part of Christ must be reserved for the celebrating priest. (POLT 1)

For the Passion, three bare lecterns are used. Candles and incense are not used. (POLT 2-3)

The Passion is begun immediately: "The Lord be with you" is not said, nor the response. As they begin, the readers do not make the sign of Cross on themselves or the book. When the Passion is finished, the narrator says: "The Gospel of the Lord," and all acclaim: "Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ". The book of the Passion is not kissed by anyone. (PLOT 6, 8-9)

Only the Passion text itself may be sung; no hymns or other musical pieces may be inserted in between. The Passion should not be enacted as a play within the liturgy (cf. PS 33)

The custom of the congregational recitation of parts belonging to the “crowd” is not foreseen by rubrics on the reading of the Passion in the typical edition of 1989. The text is a Gospel proclamation like all others which the faithful are usually encouraged to actively hear, rather than enact.

Blessing of Palms

A Procession with palms to commemorate the Entrance of the Lord into Jerusalem takes place before the principal Mass. When this is not possible, a Solemn Entrance is conducted instead, with the reading of the Gospel, blessing of the palms and hymns as the priest and ministers (and representative faithful/servers) proceed to the altar. This Solemn Entrance may be repeated for other Masses where large numbers of the faithful are present.

At other Masses, a Simple Entrance takes place: this is no different from a regular Mass and palms are not blessed prior to this Mass, although blessed palms may be distributed before or after the celebration.

The priest may wear a cope for the procession or Solemn Entrance, which is changed to a chasuble after kissing (and incensing) the altar. Mass continues with the Lord have mercy (optional) and the Collect.

Where the Mass cannot be celebrated there should be a celebration of the Word of God on the theme of the Lord's messianic entrance and passion, either on Saturday evening or on Sunday at a convenient time. (PS 31; rubric of Roman Missal for Palm Sunday)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 5th week of Lent

MASS:

Mass of the Lenten weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion I; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Lenten weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Lenten weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 5th Sunday of Lent, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from Psalter with proper antiphons, rest from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 37:21-28
RP: Jeremiah 31:10-13
Go: John 11:45-56

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 28 MARCH 2021

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

MASS:

Mass of Palm Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; proper Preface; proper Prayer over the People (obligatory).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Lenten Sundays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the Palm Sunday (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum omitted.

Readings

Procession Go: Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16
R1: Isaiah 50:4-7
RP: Psalm 21 (22):8-9, 17-20, 23-24
R2: Philippians 2:6-11
Go: Mark 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39

N.B. "It is strongly recommended that, unless there is some overriding pastoral reason to the contrary, all 3 reading given be used.....however, the priest may read only one of the readings which precede the Gospel....or only the story of the Passion, even in its shorter form" (Lectionary 346).

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Reading of the Passion Gospel

The Gospel of the Passion, in the long or short form, may be read or sung by a single person, or by "three persons who take the parts of Christ, the narrator and the people". . When sung, a choir may take the part of the crowd (Paschale Solemnitatis 33, POLT 1).

The passion is proclaimed by three deacons, or if none is present, by priests, or if these are lacking, by lectors; in which case the part of Christ must be reserved for the celebrating priest. (POLT 1)

For the Passion, three bare lecterns are used. Candles and incense are not used. (POLT 2-3)

The Passion is begun immediately: "The Lord be with you" is not said, nor the response. As they begin, the readers do not make the sign of Cross on themselves or the book. When the Passion is finished, the narrator says: "The Gospel of the Lord," and all acclaim: "Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ". The book of the Passion is not kissed by anyone. (PLOT 6, 8-9)

Only the Passion text itself may be sung; no hymns or other musical pieces may be inserted in between. The Passion should not be enacted as a play within the liturgy (cf. PS 33)

The custom of the congregational recitation of parts belonging to the “crowd” is not foreseen by rubrics on the reading of the Passion in the typical edition of 1989. The text is a Gospel proclamation like all others which the faithful are usually encouraged to actively hear, rather than enact.

Blessing of Palms

A Procession with palms to commemorate the Entrance of the Lord into Jerusalem takes place before the principal Mass. When this is not possible, a Solemn Entrance is conducted instead, with the reading of the Gospel, blessing of the palms and hymns as the priest and ministers (and representative faithful/servers) proceed to the altar. This Solemn Entrance may be repeated for other Masses where large numbers of the faithful are present.

At other Masses, a Simple Entrance takes place: this is no different from a regular Mass and palms are not blessed prior to this Mass, although blessed palms may be distributed before or after the celebration.

The priest may wear a cope for the procession or Solemn Entrance, which is changed to a chasuble after kissing (and incensing) the altar. Mass continues with the Lord have mercy (optional) and the Collect.

Where the Mass cannot be celebrated there should be a celebration of the Word of God on the theme of the Lord's messianic entrance and passion, either on Saturday evening or on Sunday at a convenient time. (PS 31; rubric of Roman Missal for Palm Sunday)

MONDAY, 29 MARCH 2021

Monday in Holy Week

MASS:

Mass of the weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion II; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Holy Week weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from the Monday in Holy Week (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 42:1-7
RP: Psalm 26 (27):1-3, 13-14
Go: John 12:1-11

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

TUESDAY, 30 MARCH 2021

Tuesday in Holy Week

MASS:

Mass of the weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion II; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Holy Week weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from the Tuesday in Holy Week (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 49:1-6
RP: Psalm 70(71):1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17
Go: John 13:21-33, 36-38

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

WEDNESDAY, 31 MARCH 2021

Day of Abstinence

Wednesday in Holy Week

MASS:

Mass of the weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Passion II; optional proper Prayer over the People.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Holy Week weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (proper antiphons at Morning/Evening Prayer), rest from the Wednesday in Holy Week (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 50:4-9
RP: Psalm 68(69):8-10, 21-22, 31, 33-34
Go: Matthew 26:14-25

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 1 APRIL 2021

In the morning:

Chrism Mass

MASS:

This Mass may only be celebrated by the Bishop. Chrism Mass as in Proper of Seasons; Glory to God; Creed omitted; Blessing of Holy Oils and Renewal of Priestly Promises; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the Passion (n. 5).

READINGS:
- R1: Isaiah 61: 1-3, 6, 8-9
- RP: Ps 88(89):21-22, 25, 27
- R2: Revelation 1:5-8
- Go: Luke 4:16-21

No Masses are permitted in the morning. In the evening:

Holy Thursday

MASS:

Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper; Gloria; Creed omitted; Preface of the Holy Eucharist I; Eucharistic Prayer I (printed fully under Holy Thursday) encouraged today - proper insertions at In communion with, Therefore, Lord, we pray and the Institution Narrative; final blessing omitted if Transfer of Blessed Sacrament takes place.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as in the breviary for Holy Thursday (Proper of Seasons).

At the Office of Readings, psalms and antiphons from either Thursday of Psalm Week 2, or Friday of Psalm Week 3; rest as in Proper of Seasons with hymn of Holy Week.

At Morning Prayer, all from Proper of Seasons, with psalms (with proper antiphons) from the Psalter, and hymn of Holy Week.

At Daytime Prayer, psalms from the Psalter and rest (including antiphon) from Holy Thursday.

Evening Prayer is not prayed by those who attend the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper. Night Prayer I of Sunday is used (the short responsory is replaced by a proper antiphon).

Readings

R1: Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14
RP: Psalm 115 (116):12-13; 15-18
R2: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Go: John 13:1-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Note on Evening Mass

Number: No Mass without the people is allowed. Only one Mass is celebrated in the Evening of the Lord’s Supper. However, the Apostolic Vicar grants permission to repeat the services in the evening, if necessary to accommodate the large number of faithful.

Reservation: The tabernacle should be entirely empty at the beginning of the Mass. Sufficient hosts should be consecrated within the Evening Mass for the Communion of all on Holy Thursday and Good Friday. If, in order to account for possible logistical difficulties, Hosts consecrated prior to Holy Thursday are still reserved, this should be done in a dignified private place inaccessible to most of the faithful. Containers with the sacred Hosts should be dignified, absent of labels and covered with a suitable (usually white) cloth.

Decoration: The altar may be moderately decorated with flowers, and the place for the reservation of the Blessed Sacrament may be festively decorated with flowers and candles.

Bells: Bells are rung at the Glory to God, and then not used until the Easter Vigil. During this time, it is customary in many Vicariate churches to use the wooden clapper (crotalus) at Mass, transfer of the Blessed Sacrament, etc.

Presentation of Gifts: the liturgical books recommend that the gifts of bread and wine be presented by the faithful, along with gifts for the poor (or at least a representative gift) collected during Lent. Ubi Caritas is the prescribed chant during this time.

Stripping of altar: At a suitable time after Mass, the altars are stripped, any uncovered crucifixes veiled or removed, and lights/candles extinguished in front of any images (including those before Marian grottos). This rite may also be done with some solemnity in the presence of the faithful.

The Procession and Reservation of the Blessed Sacrament

Transfer: Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament takes place after the Prayer after Communion only if Good Friday liturgy will be celebrated the following day. Otherwise Mass concludes as usual.

Time: Adoration is conducted with solemnity up to midnight, and without external solemnity after midnight.

Reservation: The Blessed Sacrament must be reserved in a closed tabernacle, and never exposed in a monstrance or a ciborium. The place of reservation should not be decorated to resemble a tomb or burial place (PS 55).

Devotions: During the period of adoration, the public reading of some part of John 13-17 is commended (Paschale Solemnitatis 56). There should be suitable period of silent prayer. Night PRayer from the Liturgy of the Hours may also be sung.

Indulgence: The faithful who pray for the Blessed Sacrament receive a plenary indulgence.

FRIDAY, 2 APRIL 2021

Day of Fast and Abstinence

Good Friday of the Passion of the Lord

MASS:

No Mass permitted today: replaced by Celebration of the Passion of the Lord as in the Roman Missal.
Liturgical Note on the Celebration of the Passion
- Time: The Celebration of the Passion of the Lord takes place around 3 p.m., or another time between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m. at which a large number of people may assemble. However, to enable all the faithful to attend the services, the Bishop grants permission to repeat the Celebration of the Passion, as necessary, even outside of these times.
- Vestments: The service is not a Mass; hence there is no 'concelebration'. Only the presiding priest and deacons assisting him wear red vestments. Other clergy present may wear choir dress (i.e. religious habit or cassock and surplice cf. CE 315). Red stoles are worn for the reception/distribution of Holy Communion, and by those clergy who read the Gospel.
- Entrance: No singing accompanies the entrance procession. Any introduction/announcements/notification should come before the entry of the ministers. Only the priest who presides and the deacons assisting him are required to come in procession and prostrate.
- Cross: Only one large Cross should be used for the Adoration of the Cross. For veneration by entire assembly simultaneously, see Roman Missal.

HOURS: Hours as on Good Friday.

At all hours, everything from Proper of Seasons. Evening Prayer omitted by those who attend Celebration of the Passion. Night Prayer II of Sunday, short responsory replaced by antiphon.

Joint celebration of Office of Readings and Morning Prayer (Tenebrae) with the people encouraged (cf. Paschale Solemnitatis 40; CE 296, GILH 210).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 52:13-53:12
RP: Psalm 30 (31): 2, 6, 12-13, 15-17, 25
R2: Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
Go: John 18:1-19:42

N.B. Alleluia is omitted throughout Lent, and replaced by another acclamation. For convenience, an acclamation is printed in the Lectionary as the Gospel Acclamation - however, at any Mass in Lent, "one or other of the following phrases may be used, or another similar phrase" (Lectionary 339).

— Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory!
— Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus!
— Glory and praise to you, O Christ!
— Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!

Liturgical Notes

General Absolution: General Absolution may be given before (not during) the main celebration of the day in churches where not all faithful cannot avail of confession hours. The priest who gives absolution wears a purple stole.

Sacraments: No sacraments may be celebrated, except for Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick.

Funeral: Funerals may be celebrated but without solemnity, musical instruments, or Mass.

Services: The Celebration of the Passion of the Lord is the chief liturgical service. Instead of multiplying Celebrations of the Passion, priests can also consider other liturgical and para-liturgical services specific to Good Friday such as the Tenebrae/Liturgy of the Hours, 'Tre Ore', Seven Words, Passion processions, Sorrowful Mother, etc. (cf. Directory of Popular Piety 142-145).

After Celebration of Passion: Crucifixes are uncovered; altar is stripped; and the Cross may be placed with 4 candles on the altar of the church or another place for private prayer and meditation.

Individual Veneration of the Cross: A strong custom in many churches of our Vicariate is the veneration of multiple individual crosses after the service.If continued, such veneration should take place in a dignified setting, with elements from the main rite if desired (e.g. candles near cross, etc.). It is preferable that as far as logistically possible, collection of money should take place in a different location, not beside the Cross.

The memorial of St. Francis of Paola, hermit is omitted this year.

SATURDAY, 3 APRIL 2021

Day of Optional Fast and Abstinence

No Masses permitted in the morning:

HOLY SATURDAY

HOURS:

Hours as on Holy Saturday.

At all hours, everything from Proper of Seasons. Short responsory at Morning and Evening PRayer replaced by antiphon. Night Prayer omitted by those who attend the Easter Vigil.

Joint celebration of Office of Readings and Morning Prayer (Tenebrae) with the people encouraged (cf. Paschale Solemnitatis 40; CE 296, GILH 210).

Liturgical Notes

Sacraments: No sacraments may be celebrated, except for Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick.

Funeral: Funerals may be celebrated but without solemnity, musical instruments, or Mass.

Services: The mystery of Holy Saturday morning may be commemorated with liturgical and paraliturgical services e.g. Tenerae/Liturgy of the Hours, 'Hour of the Mother', devotion to Christ's descent among the dead, the Sorrowful Virgin, etc. (cf. Directory of Popular Piety 146-147)

Preparattion rites: Preparation rites for catechumens may be celebrated in the morning (RCIA 185 ff.).

Individual Veneration of the Cross: A strong custom in many churches of our Vicariate is the veneration of multiple individual crosses after the service.If continued, such veneration should take place in a dignified setting, with elements from the main rite if desired (e.g. candles near cross, etc.). It is preferable that as far as logistically possible, collection of money should take place in a different location, not beside the Cross.

In the evening:

Vigil of the Holy Night of Easter

MASS:

Liturgy of the Vigil. All from Proper of Seasons; Gloria; Creed omitted; Preface of the Easter I; In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper insertions at In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray; proper Solemn Blessing; dismissal with alleluias.

If Baptisms and Confirmations take place at the Vigil: proper insertions in Eucharistic Prayers from Ritual Mass For the Conferral of Baptism.

Readings

Note: For serious pastoral reasons, the number of Old Testament readings may be reduced but at least 3 readings should be read, both from the Law (Readings 1-2) and the Prophets (Readings 4-7). Reading 3 and its canticle are obligatory.

Note 2: Responsorial psalms (aside from the Exodus Canticle) can be replaced with silence.

R1: Genesis 1:1-2:2 or Genesis 1:1, 26-31
RP: Psalm Ps 103(104):1-2, 5-6, 12-14, 24, 35 or Psalm 32(33):4-7, 12-13, 20, 22
R2: Genesis 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9-13, 15-18
RP: Psalm 15 (16):5, 8-11
R3: Exodus 14:15-15:1 (obligatory)
RP: Exodus 15:1-6, 17-18 (obligatory)
R4: Is 54:5-14
RP: Psalm 29(30):2, 4-6, 11-13
R5: Isaiah 55:1-11
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R6: Baruch 3:9-15, 32-4:4
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
R7: Ezekiel 36:16-28
RP: Psalm Ps 41 (42):3,5; 42(43):3, 4 or Ps 50 (51):12-15, 18-19

Ep: Romans 6:3-11
RP: Psalm 117 (118):1-2, 16-17, 22-23
Go: Mark 16:1-7

Liturgical Notes

Mass: No Mass without people. Vigil liturgy is obligatory.

Images: Images of saints are unveiled before the Vigil.

Bells: Bells are rung at the Glory to God

Exultet: may be sung by a (con)celebrant or a lay cantor. Lay cantors do not receive blessings, and omit the parts indicated in the missal.

Blessed Water: is used to fill baptismal/holy water fonts, and may be provided to the faithful to bless their homes and food (Directory of Popular Piety 150). N.B. In pandemic conditions, this may not be advisable.

Confirmation: "The priest who by virtue of his office or by mandate of the diocesan Bishop baptises an adult or admits a baptised adult into full communion with the Catholic Church, also has the faculty by law to confirm that person" (CIC 883.2). Other priests present at the Vigil should not confirm unless they have the faculty of the Bishop.

Indulgence: Plenary indulgence for the renewal of baptismal promises.

Blessing: Blessings may be offered for foods that break the end of the fasting period. Bread, eggs, lamb and other foods associated with the Resurrection may be blessed. (Book of Blessings 1707-1723)

Season of Easter

All the 50 days of the Easter Season, beginning with Easter Sunday and concluding with Pentecost Sunday are celebrated as one feast day, the “great Sunday”. (Universal Norms on the Calendar 22).

Paschal Candle is kept by the ambo or the altar until Pentecost Day. At all solemn liturgical celebrations during the season (e.g. Masses during the Easter Octave, Sundays, Solemnities and even Feasts), it should be lit.

Regina Caeli: The hymn Queen of heaven, rejoice replaces the Angelus daily. On special occasions, the solemn form with a Gospel reading (DPP 196, GMY 61) may be used.

Recessional hymn: Masses may appropriately be concluded with the Regina Caeli/Queen of heaven, rejoice or another hymn "celebrating the resurrection of Christ and the glory of the Mother of the Risen Lord." (GMY 21)

Alleluia Psalm: On weekdays, the Responsorial Psalm followed by the Alleluia may be replaced by the Alleluia Psalm (IGMR 62), where Alleluia forms the refrain between the psalm verses.

Alleluia: is added to the Entrance and Communion antiphons in Ritual and Votive Masses, as appropriate. It is also added at the end of antiphons, versicles, and responses (e.g. at Eucharistic Benediction).

Blessing and sprinkling of water is encouraged in place of the Penitential Act at Mass on Sundays and festive occasions in the Easter Season. In such a case, the Lord have mercy is omitted, and Mass continues after the sprinkling with the Glory to God

First Communions is encouraged on one of the Sundays of Easter, to highlight the paschal and baptismal nature of the Sacrament (Paschale Solemnitatis 103).

Infant baptisms is encouraged during the Easter Season.

Blessing of Homes is appropriately done by priests and deacons after the Solemnity of Easter (BB 1601-1621). It is appropriate that the blessed baptismal water of Easter be used.The Easter period is also encouraged as a time for pastoral vistation of families.

Mystagogic Catechesis may take place for the newly baptized. When possible, at least at a designated Mass, the newly baptized adults may be seated in a special place throughout the Easter Season (PS 103), along with their godparents. At least on Sundays of the Easter Season, the General Intercessions should include a petition for all the newly baptized, as local circumstances allow.

SUNDAY, 4 APRIL 2021

Easter Sunday of the Resurrection, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Easter Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

If there were baptisms at the Easter Vigil, then in all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of the newly baptized of the parish, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

N.B. In many English-language missals of certain countries, the Creed is replaced with the Renewal of Baptismal Promises followed by the sprinkling of baptismal water. This is a concession to those countries and not obligatory. The priest may also sprinkle the blessed water of Easter on the people instead of the Penitential Act and Lord have mercy (PS 97); Mass continues with the Glory to God, and the Creed is said in the usual place.

HOURS: HAll as in the Proper of Seasons for Easter Sunday.

Te Deum is said at Office of Readings.

At Morning/Evening Prayer, dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia". Night Prayer I or II of Sunday. At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 10: 34, 37-43
RP: Psalm 117(118):1-3, 16-17, 22-23
R2: Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6-8
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim
Go: John 20:1-9 or Mark 16:1-7 or (evening) Luke 24:13-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead:No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes

Blessings: Blessings may be offered for foods that break the end of the fasting period. Bread, eggs, lamb and other foods associated with the Resurrection may be blessed. (Book of Blessings 1707-1723).

Salutation to the B.V. Mary: An Easter salutation to the B.V. Mary may take place at the end (not during) of Mass (e.g. singing of the Regina Caeli, incensing the statue of the Virgin, or placing flowers cf. Directory of Popular Piety 151).

Vespers: Baptismal Vespers to conclude to the Sacred Triduum is encouraged (cf. Pashcale Solemnitatis 98; GILH 213)

The optional memorial of St. Isidore, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 5 APRIL 2021

Monday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Monday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Monday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Monday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia". Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 2:14, 22-33
RP: Psalm 15(16):1-2, 5, 7-11
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: Matthew 28:8-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

The optional memorial of St. Vincent Ferrer, Priest, is omitted this year.

TUESDAY, 6 APRIL 2021

Tuesday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Tuesday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Tuesday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Tuesday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 2:36-41
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-5, 18-20, 22
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: John 20:11-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

WEDNESDAY, 7 APRIL 2021

Wednesday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Wednesday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Wednesday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Wednesday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 3:1-10
RP: Psalm 104(105):1-4, 6-9
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: Luke 24:13-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

The memorial of St. John Baptist de la Salle, Priest, is omitted this year.

THURSDAY, 8 APRIL 2021

Thursday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Thursday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Thursday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Thursday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 3:11-26
RP: Psalm 8:2, 5-9
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: Luke 24:35-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

FRIDAY, 9 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Easter (or of Divine Mercy)

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:32-35
RP: Psalm 117(118):2-4, 13-15, 22-24
R2: 1 John 5:1-6
Go: John 20:19-31

Celebration of Divine Mercy

Picture: A picture of the Divine Mercy may be exposed for public veneration.

Novena: The novena is not prayed publicly in churches, in order not to overshadow the Triduum and Easter Octave. Private praying of the novena by individuals may be encouraged.

Responsibilities of priests: (Decree, Apostolic Penitentiary, 26.09.2006)
1. inform the faithful of indulgences and conditions
2. be available to hear confessions
3. lead recitation of indulgenced prayers on the Feast after Mass, Vespers, or during special devotions
4. encourage works of charity and mercy.

Partial: for any approved invocation to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g. "Merciful Jesus, I trust in you") said with a contrite heart.

Plenary indulgence:
- A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who in any church or chapel, in a spirit that is completely detached from the affection for a sin, even a venial sin, take part in the prayers and devotions held in honour of Divine Mercy, or who, in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, recite the Our Father and the Creed, and a devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g., “Merciful Jesus, I trust in you!”;
- Sailors, refugees, the sick and those who nurse them; and all who for a just cause cannot leave their homes or who carry out an activity for the community which cannot be postponed may obtain the plenary indulgence if they say the same prayers before an image of our Merciful Lord Jesus.
- If it is impossible that people do even this, they may obtain the plenary indulgence if with a spiritual intention they are united with those carrying out the prescribed practices for obtaining the indulgence and offer to the Merciful Lord a prayer and the sufferings of their illness and the difficulties of their lives.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Friday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Friday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Friday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 4:1-12
RP: Psalm 117(118):1-2, 4, 22-27
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: John 21:1-14

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

SATURDAY, 10 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

2nd Sunday of Easter (or of Divine Mercy)

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of those of the parish newly baptized at the Easter Vigil, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:32-35
RP: Psalm 117(118):2-4, 13-15, 22-24
R2: 1 John 5:1-6
Go: John 20:19-31

Celebration of Divine Mercy

Picture: A picture of the Divine Mercy may be exposed for public veneration.

Novena: The novena is not prayed publicly in churches, in order not to overshadow the Triduum and Easter Octave. Private praying of the novena by individuals may be encouraged.

Responsibilities of priests: (Decree, Apostolic Penitentiary, 26.09.2006)
1. inform the faithful of indulgences and conditions
2. be available to hear confessions
3. lead recitation of indulgenced prayers on the Feast after Mass, Vespers, or during special devotions
4. encourage works of charity and mercy.

Partial: for any approved invocation to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g. "Merciful Jesus, I trust in you") said with a contrite heart.

Plenary indulgence:
- A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who in any church or chapel, in a spirit that is completely detached from the affection for a sin, even a venial sin, take part in the prayers and devotions held in honour of Divine Mercy, or who, in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, recite the Our Father and the Creed, and a devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g., “Merciful Jesus, I trust in you!”;
- Sailors, refugees, the sick and those who nurse them; and all who for a just cause cannot leave their homes or who carry out an activity for the community which cannot be postponed may obtain the plenary indulgence if they say the same prayers before an image of our Merciful Lord Jesus.
- If it is impossible that people do even this, they may obtain the plenary indulgence if with a spiritual intention they are united with those carrying out the prescribed practices for obtaining the indulgence and offer to the Merciful Lord a prayer and the sufferings of their illness and the difficulties of their lives.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the Octave of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Saturday in the Octave of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray. The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of the newly baptized of the parish, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the Saturday in the Octave. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the Saturday in the Octave. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

Night Prayer I or II of Sunday.

At Morning, Evening and Night Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day".

Readings

R1: Acts 4:13-21
RP: Psalm 117(118):1, 14-21
Sequence: Christians, to the Paschal Victim (under Easter Day)
Go: Mark 16:9-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: Only Funerals

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

SUNDAY, 11 APRIL 2021

2nd Sunday of Easter (or of Divine Mercy)

MASS:

Mass of the 2nd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria; Preface of Easter I ("on this day"); optional Solemn Blessing of Easter (text under Easter Vigil Mass); dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

In Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with and Therefore, Lord, we pray. The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

In all Eucharistic Prayers: commemoration of the newly baptized of the parish, even if these are not present at Mass (cf. PS 102). The text can be found under Ritual Mass 3A: For the Conferral of Baptism.

HOURS: Hours (excluding Night Prayer) as during the Easter Octave.

At Office of Readings and Daytime Prayer: all from the 2nd Sunday of Easter. Te Deum is said.

At Morning/Evening Prayer: hymn and psalms (and their antiphons) from Easter Day, rest from the 2nd Sunday of Easter. Dismissal with "alleluia, alleluia".

At Morning and Evening Prayer, the short responsory is replaced by the antiphon "This is the day". The Octave concludes after Evening Prayer II. Night Prayer II of Sunday is said, as during the Easter Season (i.e. with responsory).

Readings

R1: Acts 4:32-35
RP: Psalm 117(118):2-4, 13-15, 22-24
R2: 1 John 5:1-6
Go: John 20:19-31

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Celebration of Divine Mercy

Picture: A picture of the Divine Mercy may be exposed for public veneration.

Novena: The novena is not prayed publicly in churches, in order not to overshadow the Triduum and Easter Octave. Private praying of the novena by individuals may be encouraged.

Responsibilities of priests: (Decree, Apostolic Penitentiary, 26.09.2006)
1. inform the faithful of indulgences and conditions
2. be available to hear confessions
3. lead recitation of indulgenced prayers on the Feast after Mass, Vespers, or during special devotions
4. encourage works of charity and mercy.

Partial: for any approved invocation to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g. "Merciful Jesus, I trust in you") said with a contrite heart.

Plenary indulgence:
- A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who in any church or chapel, in a spirit that is completely detached from the affection for a sin, even a venial sin, take part in the prayers and devotions held in honour of Divine Mercy, or who, in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, recite the Our Father and the Creed, and a devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g., “Merciful Jesus, I trust in you!”;
- Sailors, refugees, the sick and those who nurse them; and all who for a just cause cannot leave their homes or who carry out an activity for the community which cannot be postponed may obtain the plenary indulgence if they say the same prayers before an image of our Merciful Lord Jesus.
- If it is impossible that people do even this, they may obtain the plenary indulgence if with a spiritual intention they are united with those carrying out the prescribed practices for obtaining the indulgence and offer to the Merciful Lord a prayer and the sufferings of their illness and the difficulties of their lives.

The optional memorial of St. Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 12 APRIL 2021

AVONA: Death Anniversary of Bishop Ballin

First Death Anniversary of Camillo Ballin, Apostolic Vicar Emeritus

MASS:

Mass of the Dead. Prayers from section IV.2: For a Bishop; antiphons from Mass of the Dead II.C (On the Anniversary: In Easter Time); Preface of the Dead I-V.

HOURS:

If desired, the Office of the Dead may be used instead of the Office of the day, in whole or in part.

The Office of the Dead may be prayed in two ways:

(a) all Hours are taken from the Office of the Dead
or:
(b)the Office of the Dead is celebrated in the same way as a memorial i.e.
— at the Office of Readings, the psalms of Monday Week 2 are used. Reading 1 from the Monday in 2nd week of Easter. The rest is from the Office of the Dead.
— At Morning/Evening Prayer, the psalms are from Monday Week 2, the rest from the Office of the Dead.
— Prayer during the Day and Night Prayer are taken from the Easter weekday (with antiphon of Easter), not the Office of the Dead.

Readings

Any readings from the Lectionary for Masses of the Dead may be selected. The following are suggested.

R1: Isaiah 25:6-9 or Daniel 12:1-3 (n.6)
RP: Psalm 22(23) or Psalm 41 (42):2, 3, 5
Go: John 6:51-58 (n.13) or John 12:23-28 (n. 16)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

AVOSA: Easter weekday

Monday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 4:23-31
RP: Psalm 2:1-9
Go: John 3:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 13 APRIL 2021

Tuesday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Martin I, Pope and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Tuesday in 2nd week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:32-37
RP: Psalm 92(93):1-2, 5 (incorrectly noted as Ps 91 in some books)
Go: John 3:7-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ahmadi: Solemnity of Dedication of the Church (transferred from 1-Apr)

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of the Church. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of the Dedication of the Church. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, but others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Note on this Solemnity

Description: “Solemnities include….the Anniversary of the Dedication of one’s own church” (Table of Liturgical Days 4b). The dedication of the church building is celebrated as a “place where the Christian community is gathered to hear the word of God, to offer intercession and praise to him, and above all to celebrate the holy mysteries". This solemnity thus also celebrates the unity of the parish, with the people of God gathered around their priests, to be built up into the dwelling place of God. “Because the church is a visible building, it stands as a special sign of the pilgrim Church on earth and reflects the Church dwelling in heaven.” (Rite of Dedication)

External Solemnity: If desired, one or more or or all Masses celebrated on the preceding or following Friday/Saturday may be of the Solemnity of the Dedication with the permission of the Bishop. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Dedication may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed (Manual 33.1.6).

WEDNESDAY, 14 APRIL 2021

Wednesday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 5:17-26
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-9
Go: John 3:16-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 15 APRIL 2021

Thursday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 5:27-33
RP: Psalm 33(34):2, 9, 17-20
Go: John 3:31-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 16 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19
RP: Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-9
R2: 1 John 2:1-5
Go: Luke 24:35-48

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 5:34-42
RP: Psalm 26(27):1, 4, 13-14
Go: John 6:1-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Benedict Joseph Labre (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

SATURDAY, 17 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

3rd Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19
RP: Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-9
R2: 1 John 2:1-5
Go: Luke 24:35-48

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 2nd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 3rd Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 3. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 6:1-7
RP: Psalm 32(33):1-2, 4-5, 18-19
Go: John 6:16-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Baptist Spagnoli, Priest (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 18 APRIL 2021

3rd Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 3rd Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Easter Time.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 3rd Sunday in Easter (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19
RP: Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-9
R2: 1 John 2:1-5
Go: Luke 24:35-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

The proper optional memorial of Bl. Mary of the Incarnation Barbe Acarie, Religious (Carmelite) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 19 APRIL 2021

Monday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 6:8-15
RP: Psalm 118(119):23-24, 26-27, 29-30
Go: John 6:22-29

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

TUESDAY, 20 APRIL 2021

Tuesday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 7:51-8:1
RP: Psalm 30(31):3-4, 6- 8, 17, 21
Go: John 6:30-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

WEDNESDAY, 21 APRIL 2021

Wednesday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Anselm, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 3rd week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 8:1-8
RP: Psalm 65(66):1-7
Go: John 6:35-40

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Conrad of Parzham, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 22 APRIL 2021

Thursday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 8:26-40
RP: Psalm 65(66):8-9, 16-17, 20
Go: John 6:44-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 23 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:8-12
RP: Psalm 117(118):1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 21, 29
R2: 1 John 3:1-2
Go: John 10:11-18

Vocation Sunday

Information: The World Day of Prayer for Vocations was instituted by Pope St. Paul VI in 1964 to pray for vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), to religious life (active and contemplative), to apostolic life, secular institutes and missionary service, since “wherever numerous vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life are to be found, that is where people are living the Gospel with generosity.”

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for future vocations and/or an intention for perseverance in vocation may be included in the Prayer of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: the theme of vocation can be mentioned in homiletic and other preaching; special prayers and devotions (e.g. Holy Hours, rosaries, novena, etc.) could be organized around the theme of vocations.

Activities: activities that raise awareness about the variety of vocations in service of God and the Church, and encourage especially young people to consider vocations; encouragement for ongoing vocational awareness and promotion, especially in religious education programs and among the parish lay apostolates/groups; encouragement for vocation promotion within families.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. George, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in the 3rd week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Adalbert, Bishop and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in the 3rd week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 9:1-20
RP: Psalm 116 (117)
Go: John 6:52-59

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Teresa Maria of the Cross Manetti, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 24 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

4th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:8-12
RP: Psalm 117(118):1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 21, 29
R2: 1 John 3:1-2
Go: John 10:11-18

Vocation Sunday

Information: The World Day of Prayer for Vocations was instituted by Pope St. Paul VI in 1964 to pray for vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), to religious life (active and contemplative), to apostolic life, secular institutes and missionary service, since “wherever numerous vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life are to be found, that is where people are living the Gospel with generosity.”

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for future vocations and/or an intention for perseverance in vocation may be included in the Prayer of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: the theme of vocation can be mentioned in homiletic and other preaching; special prayers and devotions (e.g. Holy Hours, rosaries, novena, etc.) could be organized around the theme of vocations.

Activities: activities that raise awareness about the variety of vocations in service of God and the Church, and encourage especially young people to consider vocations; encouragement for ongoing vocational awareness and promotion, especially in religious education programs and among the parish lay apostolates/groups; encouragement for vocation promotion within families.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 3rd week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 4th Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 4. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Saturday in the 3rd week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 4th Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 4. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 9:31-42
RP: Psalm 115 (116.2):12-17
Go: John 6:60-69

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest, Protomartyr of the Propagation of the Faith (Feast, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 25 APRIL 2021

4th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 4th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Easter Time.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 4th Sunday in Easter (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Acts 4:8-12
RP: Psalm 117(118):1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 21, 29
R2: 1 John 3:1-2
Go: John 10:11-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Vocation Sunday

Information: The World Day of Prayer for Vocations was instituted by Pope St. Paul VI in 1964 to pray for vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), to religious life (active and contemplative), to apostolic life, secular institutes and missionary service, since “wherever numerous vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life are to be found, that is where people are living the Gospel with generosity.”

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for future vocations and/or an intention for perseverance in vocation may be included in the Prayer of the Faithful.

Other liturgical activities: the theme of vocation can be mentioned in homiletic and other preaching; special prayers and devotions (e.g. Holy Hours, rosaries, novena, etc.) could be organized around the theme of vocations.

Activities: activities that raise awareness about the variety of vocations in service of God and the Church, and encourage especially young people to consider vocations; encouragement for ongoing vocational awareness and promotion, especially in religious education programs and among the parish lay apostolates/groups; encouragement for vocation promotion within families.

The Feast of St. Mark, Evangelist, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 26 APRIL 2021

Monday in the 4th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 11:1-18
RP: Psalm 41(42):2-3; 42(43):3, 4
Go: John 10:1-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 27 APRIL 2021

Tuesday in the 4th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 11:19-26
RP: Psalm 86(87):1-7
Go: John 10:22-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

WEDNESDAY, 28 APRIL 2021

Wednesday in the 4th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Peter Chanel, Priest and Martyr opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 4th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 4th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 12:24-13:5
RP: Psalm 66(67):2-3, 5, 6, 8
Go: John 12:44-50

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Louis Marie de Montfort, Priest (memorial, Incarnate Word)

THURSDAY, 29 APRIL 2021

St. Catherine of Siena, Virgin, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Thursday of Easter Week 4, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 13:13-25
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-3, 21-22, 25, 27
Go: John 13:16-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Catherine of Sienna, Patroness of the Secular Institute (Solemnity, Caritas Christi)

FRIDAY, 30 APRIL 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

5th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 9:26-31
RP: Psalm 21(22):26-28, 30-32
R2: 1 John 3:18-24
Go: John 15:1-8

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 4th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Pius V, Pope, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in 4th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 13:26-33
RP: Psalm 2:6-11
Go: John 14:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Benedict of Urbino, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

May: Blessed Virgin Mary

See suggestions under "Forms of Marian Devotion" in the Information section.

SATURDAY, 1 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

5th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 9:26-31
RP: Psalm 21(22):26-28, 30-32
R2: 1 John 3:18-24
Go: John 15:1-8

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 4th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 5th Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Joseph the Worker, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Saturday in 4th week of Easter Week, Reading 2 and Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints).

At Morning Prayer: Psalms from the weekday, rest from the Proper of Saints. If desired, proper Psalms and antiphons from March 19 may be used instead of the weekday Psalms.

Evening Prayer I of the 5th Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 1. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 13:44-52
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: John 14:7-14

For the memorial of St. Joseph: The Gospel of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: Acts 13:44-52
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: Matthew 13:54-58

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: Genesis 1:26-2:3 or Colossians 3:14-15, 17, 23-24
RP: Psalm 89(90):2-4, 12-14, 16
Go: Matthew 13:54-58

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 2 MAY 2021

5th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 5th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Easter Time.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 5th Sunday in Easter (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Acts 9:26-31
RP: Psalm 21(22):26-28, 30-32
R2: 1 John 3:18-24
Go: John 15:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

The memorial of St. Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 3 MAY 2021

Ss. Philip and James, Apostles, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms (antiphon of Easter) at Daytime prayer from Monday Psalm Week 1. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8
RP: Psalm 18(19):2-5
Go: John 14:6-14

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 4 MAY 2021

Tuesday in the 5th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 14:19-28
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-13, 21
Go: John 14:27-31

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Thomas of Olera, Religious (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bb. Angel Maria Prat Hostench, Lucas Tristany Pujol, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Carmelite)

WEDNESDAY, 5 MAY 2021

Wednesday in the 5th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 15:1-6
RP: Psalm 121(122):1-5
Go: John 15:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 6 MAY 2021

Thursday in the 5th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 15:7-21
RP: Psalm 95(96):1-3, 10
Go: John 15:9-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Dominic Savio, youth (Feast, Salesian)

FRIDAY, 7 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

6th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 6th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:7-10
Go: John 15:9-17

Or: (with second reading and Gospel from the 7th Sunday)

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:11-16
Go: John 17:11-19

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 5th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 15:22-31
RP: Psalm 56(57):8-12
Go: John 15:12-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Transfer of the Relics of St. John of Matha (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

SATURDAY, 8 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

6th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 6th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

Readings

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:7-10
Go: John 15:9-17

Or: (with second reading and Gospel from the 7th Sunday)

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:11-16
Go: John 17:11-19

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 5th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the 6th Sunday of Easter, Psalm Week 2. Psalms from the psalter with proper antiphons, rest from the Sunday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 16:1-10
RP: Psalm 99(100):1-3, 5
Go: John 15:18-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Jeremiah of Walachia, Religious (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Our Lady of Lujan, Principal Patron of the IVE (Solemnity, Incarnate Word)

SUNDAY, 9 MAY 2021

6th Sunday of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the 6th Sunday of Easter (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Easter I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Easter Time.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Easter Time.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 6th Sunday in Easter (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:7-10
Go: John 15:9-17

Or: (with second reading and Gospel from the 7th Sunday)

R1: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
R2: 1 John 4:11-16
Go: John 17:11-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

MONDAY, 10 MAY 2021

Monday in the 6th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

Ss. John of Avila, Priest and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. The Collect is not yet translated into English. In the interim, the Collect is taken from Common of Pastors:for Priests, or the Common of Doctors; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Monday in the 6th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (from Common of Pastors or Holy Men) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 16:11-15
RP: Psalm 149:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 9
Go: John 15:26-16:4

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 11 MAY 2021

Tuesday in the 6th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 16:22-34
RP: Psalm 137(138):1-3, 7-8
Go: John 16:5-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Dominic Iturrate of the Blessed Sacrament, Priest (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

St. Ignatius of Laconi, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 12 MAY 2021

Wednesday in the 6th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

Ss. Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 6th week of Easter , Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Pancras, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Wednesday in the 6th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 17:15, 22-18:1
RP: Psalm 148:1-2, 11-14
Go: John 16:12-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Leopold Mandic of Herzegovina, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 13 MAY 2021

Our Lady of Fatima, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Thursday in the 6th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

Thursday in the 6th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 18:1-8
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: John 16:16-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Mary Domenica Mazzarello, Virgin (Feast, Salesian)

Parish of Our Lady of Fatima (AVONA): Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

Our Lady of Fatima, Patron of the parish, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. Collect from Proper of Saints; rest from Common of the B.V. Mary; Gloria; Creed; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of B.V. Mary, with Proper Second Reading (from Supplement) and Collect from Missal at all hours. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Common. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following are the suggested readings from the new Lectionary; however, ny suitable readings (First Reading, Psalm, Second Reading, Gospel) from the Common of B.V. Mary may be selected.

R1: Isaiah 61:9-11 (n.9)
RP: Psalm 44(45)11-12, 14-17 (n.5)
R2: (any reading from the Common)
Go: Luke 11:27-28 (n.10)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

FRIDAY, 14 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Ascension of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity "at the Vigil". All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; Preface of the Ascension I or II; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Ascension (n.7)

Readings

N.B. (Readings for the Vigil Mass are the same as for the Mass "during the Day")

R1: Acts 1:1-11
RP: Psalm 46(47):2-3, 6-9
R2: Ephesians 1:17-23 or Ephesians 4:1-13 (Year B) or 4:1-7, 11-13
Go: Mark 16:15-20

World Day of (Social) Communications

Information: The World Day of (Social) Communication was established by Paul VI in 1967 to promote the proper use of social media (print, digital, audiovisual) to communicate the message of the Gospel and transform culture in line with Christian and Gospel values.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention may be mentioned in the prayer of the faithful for the proper use of social media and those involved in the field of communications.

Activities: review the use of social media by the parish and associated entities to reach out, engage and minister to people, particularly youth and those who are away from the church; use of social media by the parish for catechesis and evangelisation; promoting workshops on healthy and harmful use of social media in families and domestic life particularly around problems of addiction

Novena of Pentecost

A Pentecost novena may be begun today. It may consist of the Mass and Evening Prayer for these days, otherwise, it should try to reflect their liturgical themes (DPP 155). The novena (or novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic celebration, but before or after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be combined (if desired) with the Mass in the manner described in IGLH 94, 96. This time is also suggested as a period to pray for Christian unity, that by following the inspiration of the Spirit of Truth and Unity, “all might be one” according to the will of Christ (DPP 155). The Pentecost novena is indulgenced (Manual of Indulgences 22.1)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Matthias, Apostle, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I or II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms (antiphon of Easter) at Daytime prayer from Friday, PsWk 2. Night Prayer of Friday.

Readings

R1: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26
RP: Psalm 112(113):1-8
Go: John 15:9-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SATURDAY, 15 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Ascension of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity "at the Vigil". All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; Preface of the Ascension I or II; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Ascension (n.7)

Readings

N.B. (Readings for the Vigil Mass are the same as for the Mass "during the Day")

R1: Acts 1:1-11
RP: Psalm 46(47):2-3, 6-9
R2: Ephesians 1:17-23 or Ephesians 4:1-13 (Year B) or 4:1-7, 11-13
Go: Mark 16:15-20

World Day of (Social) Communications

Information: The World Day of (Social) Communication was established by Paul VI in 1967 to promote the proper use of social media (print, digital, audiovisual) to communicate the message of the Gospel and transform culture in line with Christian and Gospel values.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention may be mentioned in the prayer of the faithful for the proper use of social media and those involved in the field of communications.

Activities: review the use of social media by the parish and associated entities to reach out, engage and minister to people, particularly youth and those who are away from the church; use of social media by the parish for catechesis and evangelisation; promoting workshops on healthy and harmful use of social media in families and domestic life particularly around problems of addiction

Novena of Pentecost

A Pentecost novena may be begun today. It may consist of the Mass and Evening Prayer for these days, otherwise, it should try to reflect their liturgical themes (DPP 155). The novena (or novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic celebration, but before or after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be combined (if desired) with the Mass in the manner described in IGLH 94, 96. This time is also suggested as a period to pray for Christian unity, that by following the inspiration of the Spirit of Truth and Unity, “all might be one” according to the will of Christ (DPP 155). The Pentecost novena is indulgenced (Manual of Indulgences 22.1)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 6th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. All from the Solemnity in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Acts 18:23-28
RP: Psalm 46(47):2-3, 8-10
Go: John 16:23-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Our Lady of Fatima (memorial, Salesian)

SUNDAY, 16 MAY 2021

Ascension of the Lord, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "during the Day" of Solemnity from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; Preface of the Ascension I or II; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Ascension (n.7).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At all Hours, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Seasons. Te Deum is said. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: Acts 1:1-11
RP: Psalm 46(47):2-3, 6-9
R2: Ephesians 1:17-23 or Ephesians 4:1-13 (Year B) or 4:1-7, 11-13
Go: Mark 16:15-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

World Day of (Social) Communications

Information: The World Day of (Social) Communication was established by Paul VI in 1967 to promote the proper use of social media (print, digital, audiovisual) to communicate the message of the Gospel and transform culture in line with Christian and Gospel values.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention may be mentioned in the prayer of the faithful for the proper use of social media and those involved in the field of communications.

Activities: review the use of social media by the parish and associated entities to reach out, engage and minister to people, particularly youth and those who are away from the church; use of social media by the parish for catechesis and evangelisation; promoting workshops on healthy and harmful use of social media in families and domestic life particularly around problems of addiction

Novena of Pentecost

A Pentecost novena may be begun today. It may consist of the Mass and Evening Prayer for these days, otherwise, it should try to reflect their liturgical themes (DPP 155). The novena (or novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic celebration, but before or after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be combined (if desired) with the Mass in the manner described in IGLH 94, 96. This time is also suggested as a period to pray for Christian unity, that by following the inspiration of the Spirit of Truth and Unity, “all might be one” according to the will of Christ (DPP 155). The Pentecost novena is indulgenced (Manual of Indulgences 22.1)

The proper optional memorials of St. Louis Orione, Priest (Salesian) and of St. Simon Stock (Carmelite)are omitted this year.

MONDAY, 17 MAY 2021

Monday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Ascension I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 19:1-8
RP: Psalm 67(68):2-7
Go: John 16:29-33

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Paschal Baylon, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

TUESDAY, 18 MAY 2021

Tuesday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. John I, Pope and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Tuesday in the 7th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 20:17-27
RP: Psalm 67(68):10-11, 20-21
Go: John 17:1-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Leonard Murialdo, Priest (opt. mem., Salesian)

St. Felix of Cantalice, Religious (Feast, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 19 MAY 2021

Wednesday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Acts 20:28-38
RP: Psalm 67(68):29-30, 33-36
Go: John 17:11-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on 19th of each month and Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Crispin of Viterbo, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 20 MAY 2021

Thursday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Bernardine of Siena, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Thursday in the 7th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11
RP: Psalm 16(17):1-2, 5, 7-11
Go: John 17:20-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Bernardine of Sienna, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 21 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of Pentecost, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface (under "During the Day" Mass); in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Holy Spirit (n.8); Mass concludes with "Go in peace, alleluia, alleluia".

EXTENDED VIGIL:

One celebration of an Extended Vigil may take place, in one of the following ways:

(1) Mass combined with First Vespers: The beginning of either Vespers ("O God, come to our aid", etc. and hymn) or Mass (entrance hymn, sign of the Cross, greeting). The Penitential Act is replaced by the Psalms of First Vespers. The Kyrie is optional. The Gloria is then sung. The Collect "Grant we pray almighty God" from the Vigil Mass is then prayed and Mass continues as usual (see above). After the Communion hymn, the Magnificat and its antiphon are sung. The Prayer after Communion follows, and Mass concludes as usual. The dismissal is "Go in peace, alleluia, alleluia".

(2) Extended Liturgy of the Word: The Mass begins as usual. An extended Liturgy of the Word takes place between the Kyrie and Gloria. After the Kyrie, the priest says the prayer "Grant we pray almighty God" (as at the Vigil Mass). Then follows an introduction and 4 readings are read. They are each followed by either a psalm or silence, and then a prayer. After the 4th prayer, the Gloria is sung, and the Collect of the Vigil Mass "Almighty ever-living God, who willed" is prayed. This is followed by the Epistle reading, and Mass continues as usual (see above).

Readings

R1: Genesis 11:1-9
or Exodus 19:3-8, 16-20
or Ezekiel 37:1-14
or Joel 3:1-5
RP: Psalm 103 (104): 1-2, 24, 27-30, 35
R2: Romans 8:22-27
Go: John 7:37-39

Extended Vigil readings: (the readings are under the Pentecost Vigil, the psalms are found elsewhere in older lectionaries).

R1: Genesis 11:1-9
RP: Psalm 32(33): 10-15 (vol. II:77, Friday in Ord. Time 6)

R2: Exodus 19:3-8, 16-20
RP: Daniel 3:52-56 (vol. I:611, Holy Trinity A)
or Psalm 18(19):8-11 (vol. I:411, Easter Vigil 6)

R3: Ezekiel 37:1-14
RP: Psalm 106 (107): 2–9 (vol. II:720, Ord. Time Friday 20)

R4: Joel 3:1-5
RP: Psalm 103 (104): 1-2, 24, 27-30, 35

R5: Romans 8:22-27
Go: John 7:37-39

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Christopher Magallanes, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Friday in the 7th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Easter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Acts 25:13-21
RP: Psalm 102(103):1-2, 11-12, 19-20
Go: John 21:15-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 22 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of Pentecost, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface (under "During the Day" Mass); in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Holy Spirit (n.8); Mass concludes with "Go in peace, alleluia, alleluia".

EXTENDED VIGIL:

One celebration of an Extended Vigil may take place, in one of the following ways:

(1) Mass combined with First Vespers: The beginning of either Vespers ("O God, come to our aid", etc. and hymn) or Mass (entrance hymn, sign of the Cross, greeting). The Penitential Act is replaced by the Psalms of First Vespers. The Kyrie is optional. The Gloria is then sung. The Collect "Grant we pray almighty God" from the Vigil Mass is then prayed and Mass continues as usual (see above). After the Communion hymn, the Magnificat and its antiphon are sung. The Prayer after Communion follows, and Mass concludes as usual. The dismissal is "Go in peace, alleluia, alleluia".

(2) Extended Liturgy of the Word: The Mass begins as usual. An extended Liturgy of the Word takes place between the Kyrie and Gloria. After the Kyrie, the priest says the prayer "Grant we pray almighty God" (as at the Vigil Mass). Then follows an introduction and 4 readings are read. They are each followed by either a psalm or silence, and then a prayer. After the 4th prayer, the Gloria is sung, and the Collect of the Vigil Mass "Almighty ever-living God, who willed" is prayed. This is followed by the Epistle reading, and Mass continues as usual (see above).

Readings

R1: Genesis 11:1-9
or Exodus 19:3-8, 16-20
or Ezekiel 37:1-14
or Joel 3:1-5
RP: Psalm 103 (104): 1-2, 24, 27-30, 35
R2: Romans 8:22-27
Go: John 7:37-39

Extended Vigil readings: (the readings are under the Pentecost Vigil, the psalms are found elsewhere in older lectionaries).

R1: Genesis 11:1-9
RP: Psalm 32(33): 10-15 (vol. II:77, Friday in Ord. Time 6)

R2: Exodus 19:3-8, 16-20
RP: Daniel 3:52-56 (vol. I:611, Holy Trinity A)
or Psalm 18(19):8-11 (vol. I:411, Easter Vigil 6)

R3: Ezekiel 37:1-14
RP: Psalm 106 (107): 2–9 (vol. II:720, Ord. Time Friday 20)

R4: Joel 3:1-5
RP: Psalm 103 (104): 1-2, 24, 27-30, 35

R5: Romans 8:22-27
Go: John 7:37-39

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday in the 7th week of Easter

MASS:

Mass of the Easter weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Easter weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Easter weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

or:

St. Rita of Cascia, Religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Easter I-V.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from Saturday in 7th week of Easter, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus antiphon from the Eeastter weekday.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of Pentecost. All from the Solemnity in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31
RP: Psalm 10(11):4, 5, 7
Go: John 21:20-25

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joachina de Vedruna, Religious (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 23 MAY 2021

Pentecost, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "during the Day" of Solemnity from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; in Eucharistic Prayer I: proper In communion with; optional Solemn Blessing of the Holy Spirit (n.8); Mass concludes with "Go in peace, alleluia, alleluia".

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper.

In common celebration of Morning and Evening Prayer, the double alleluia is used at dismissals.

Evening Prayer II ends the liturgical season of Easter. Night Prayer II of Sunday is said, as in Ordinary Time.

Readings

From Year B:

R1: Acts 2:1-11
RP: Psalm 103(104):1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34
R2: Galatians 5:16-25
Sequence (obligatory): Holy Spirit, Lord of Light (Veni, Sancte Spiritus)
Go: John 15:26-27; 16:12-15

or from Year A:

R1: Acts 2:1-11
RP: Psalm 103(104):1, 24, 29-31, 34
R2: 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 12-13
Sequence (obligatory): Holy Spirit, Lord of Light (Veni, Sancte Spiritus)
Go: John 20:19-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 26.1.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly assist either at the recitation or solemn singing of the Veni Creator (Come, Holy Ghost Creator blest).

Extinguishing the Paschal Candle

After the last Mass of the day, the Paschal candle is extinguished and moved to the baptistery for baptisms during the year.

Ghala: Titular Solemnity.

The Holy Spirit, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity of Pentecost in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity : the Masses of Pentecost are celebrated on the whole weekend. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Pentecost may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of the Holy Spirit in Ghala, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

Ordinary Time II

The second part of the season of Ordinary Time begins on the Monday after Pentecost and ends with Daytime Prayer on the Saturday after Christ the King.

Description: In Ordinary Time "no particular aspect of the mystery of Christ is celebrated, but rather the mystery of Christ itself is honoured in its fullness, especially on Sundays." (UNLYC 43)

Green vestments are worn for Masses of Sundays and weekdays in Ordinary Time.

Readings: that are omitted due to a Friday or feast-day may be joined with readings on preceding or following day, if they are part of a continuous cycle (cf. Introduction to the Lectionary 82).

Weekdays: Weekdays offer the opportunity for celebration of Votive Masses in honour of the saints, Masses of the Dead and Masses for Various Needs (either a complete formulary or the Collect alone). For more information, see "Liturgical Information".

Saturdays in Ordinary Time without a specific saint are specially devoted to the B.V. Mary, venerated as Patroness of the Gulf. "This ancient and humble memorial of Mary recurring each week is reminder of the unfailing presence of the Blessed Virgin in the life of the Church and a fitting preparation for the Lord's Day" (cf. Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin 36).

Eucharistic Prayer IV is especially commended on the Sundays of Ordinary Time.

MONDAY, 24 MAY 2021

B.V.Mary, Mother of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from the Votive Mass of the B.V.Mary, Mother of the Church (n. 10B); proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Monday in Ord. Time. Reading 2 of memorial has not yet been translated into English. In the interim, Reading 2 may be taken from the weekday, with any responsory of the Common; or a suitable reading from the Common/Saturday Memorial on the motherhood of the B.V. Mary and the Church can be selected.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon are Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

N.B. All readings are proper, but are only found in newly printed lectionaries.

R1: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 or Acts 1:12-14
RP: Psalm 86(87):1-3, 5-7
Go: John 19:25-34

Text of Readings

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

B.V. Mary, Help of Christians, Principal Patroness (Solemnity, Salesian)

Dedication of the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi (Feast, Capuchin)

Sana'a: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

B.V. Mary, Help of Christians, Patron of the parish, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Common of B.V. Mary; Gloria; Creed; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15)

or:

Proper Mass from the Collection of Masses of B.V. Mary (Marian Sacramentary) n. 42;Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary in Ordinary Time.

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings from the Common of the B.V. Mary (Lectionary Vol. II) are suggested based on the Salesian Proper but any suitable readings from the same Common may be selected instead.

R1: Apocalypse (Revelation) 11:19, 12:1-6, 10 (n. 2, II:1435)
RP: 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8
R2: Galatians 4:4-7 (n.3)
Go: John 2:1-11 (n. 19; II:1449)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, throughout this weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of Mary, Help of Christians with the permission of the Bishop. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Mary, Help of Christians may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

TUESDAY, 25 MAY 2021

Tuesday in the 8th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Bede the Venerable, Priest and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Gregory VII, Pope, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 35:1-12
RP: Psalm 49(50):5-8, 14, 23
Go: Mark 10:28-31

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi, Virgin (memorial, Carmelite)

WEDNESDAY, 26 MAY 2021

St. Philip Neri, Priest, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 36:1, 4-5, 10-17
RP: Psalm 78(79):8, 9, 11, 13
Go: Mark 10:32-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 27 MAY 2021

Thursday in the 8th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 42:15-25
RP: Psalm 32(33):2-9
Go: Mark 10:46-52

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Joseph (Jose) Tous y Soler, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 28 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

The Most Holy Trinity, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22
R2: Romans 8:14-17
Go: Matthew 28:16-20

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 8th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 44:1, 9-13
RP: Psalm 149:1-6, 9
Go: Mark 11:11-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 29 MAY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

The Most Holy Trinity, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22
R2: Romans 8:14-17
Go: Matthew 28:16-20

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Paul VI, Pope, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. The Collect is not yet translated into English. In the interim, the Collect is taken from Common of Pastors (Popes); antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 8th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer from the Common of Pastors (For a Pope) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the Most Holy Trinity, all from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 8th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the Most Holy Trinity, all from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

or:

Saturday in the 8th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the Most Holy Trinity, all from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 51:12-20
RP: Psalm 19(20):8-11
Go: Mark 11:27-33

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Joseph Kowalski, Priest and Martyr (opt. mem., Salesian)

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (memorial, Comboni)

SUNDAY, 30 MAY 2021

The Most Holy Trinity, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface.

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Seasons. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22
R2: Romans 8:14-17
Go: Matthew 28:16-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

MONDAY, 31 MAY 2021

Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of B.V.Mary II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Monday, PsWk 1. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: Zephaniah 3:14-18 or Romans 12:9-16
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Conclusion of the Month of May

To mark the end of the Marian month of May solemn devotions or pious exercises (e.g. processions, rosary, consecration, crowning of images, etc.) may be held today. Such devotions should take place outside of Mass.

Awali: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

Visitation of the B.V. Mary, Patroness of the Awali Mission External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity.All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of B.V.Mary II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, with antiphon from the Common of the B.V. Mary; rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Zephaniah 3:14-18
RP: Isaiah 2:2-6
R2: Romans 12:9-16
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity: If desired, Masses of the Visitation may be used for the entire weekend. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of the Visitation may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

June: Sacred and Immaculate Hearts

Description of devotion
1. Many popular devotions in June are connected with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, “a wonderful historical expression of the Church's piety for Christ, her Spouse and Lord, that calls for a fundamental attitude of conversion and reparation, of love and gratitude, apostolic commitment and dedication to Christ and his saving work” (DPP 172). “Jesus, one with the Father, invites disciples to live in close communion with him, to model their lives on him and on his teaching. He, in turn, reveals himself as “meek and humble of heart”. The devotion is a cultic form of the prophetic and evangelical gaze of all Christians on him who was pierced, from whose side flowed blood and water, symbols of the wondrous sacrament of the Church” (DPP 167).
2. The mystery of the Heart of Jesus is projected onto and echoes in the Heart of his Mother, his follower and disciple. It calls all the faithful to follow Mary in being disciples of Christ, to share in his love and unite with him in his salvific mission for the world. (cf. DPP 174)

In homes, the following practices may be promoted:
- personal and family consecration to the Sacred Heart, as messengers and witnesses of Christ's love in every aspect of life.
- blessing and distribution of images of the Sacred and Immaculate Heart
- pious practice of the Enthronement, showing the reign of Christ in the home.

In churches and oratories the following practices may be observed:
- Displaying a statue/image of the Sacred Heart for public veneration, especially one which represents the Sacred Heart at the moment of crucifixion (DPP 173).
- Parish consecration to the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart, to renew a life of discipleship
- the pious practice of the First Fridays and First Saturdays, promoting the use of the sacraments of Reconciliation and the Holy Eucharist to strengthen one's commitment to live out the Gospel in daily life.
- Eucharistic devotions are encouraged, as they reflect the love of Christ in the gift of the Eucharist.

Various Devotions are recommended by the Directory for uses at home or in the church (e.g. during Adoration), including:
- the Litany of the Sacred Heart (indulgenced, Manual 22.2), "evidently biblical in character"
- the Act of Reparation for offenses committed against Divine Love
- fasting and penances
- blessing of images of the Sacred and/or Immaculate Heart (Book of Blessings 1442ff. or 1458ff.) for use in churches, homes, cars, etc.
- the blessing and distribution of scapulars of the Sacred and Immaculate Heart
- the various chaplets to the Sacred Heart
- the Morning Offering, comitting the joys and sorrows of the day to the Lord for the spiritual good of oneself and the whole Church.
- prayers to the Immaculate Heart stressing the imitation of the perfect discipleship and devotion of the B.V. Mary to the Love of her Son

Masses:
- on days when it is permitted, a Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart (white) may be celebrated.
- especially on Saturdays (and Wednesdays in the Vicariates) when it is permitted, a Votive Mass of the Immaculate Heart (white) is recommended. The formulary of the Roman Missal or the one of the Collection of Masses of the B.V.Mary can be used.

TUESDAY, 1 JUNE 2021

St. Justin, Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 9th Tuesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Tobit 2:9-14
RP: Psalm 111 (112):1-2, 7-9
Go: Mark 12:13-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

WEDNESDAY, 2 JUNE 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 9th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 9th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Marcellinus and Peter, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 9th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Tobit 3:1-11, 16-17
RP: Psalm 24(25):2-9
Go: Mark 12:18-27

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Felix of Nicosia, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 3 JUNE 2021

St. Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 9th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Tobit 6:10-11; 7:1, 9-14; 8:4-9
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-5
Go: Mark 12:28-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 4 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; Preface I or II of the Holy Eucharist; optional Prayer over the People (nn.2, 9).

Readings

R1: Exodus 24:3-8
RP: Psalm 115(116):12-13, 15-18
R2: Hebrews 9:11-15
Sequence: Lauda, Sion Salvatorem (Sing forth, O Zion), or Ecce panis angelorum (Behold the bread of angels)
Go: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26

Procession

If circumstances allow, it is customary for a procession to take place to mark this Solemnity. The procession is held after Mass (in which the Host carried in procession is consecrated) or after a period of Adoration. The Host is placed in the monstrance and set on the altar after Communion. When the Prayer after Communion has been said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. The priest wears a cope for a procession, but if the procession takes place immediately after Mass, he may wear the chasuble instead.

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 7.1.13: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly participate in a solemn Eucharistic procession held inside or outside a church on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 9th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 9th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Tobit 11:5-15
RP: Psalm 145(146):2, 7-10
Go: Mark 12:35-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 5 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; Preface I or II of the Holy Eucharist; optional Prayer over the People (nn.2, 9).

Readings

R1: Exodus 24:3-8
RP: Psalm 115(116):12-13, 15-18
R2: Hebrews 9:11-15
Sequence: Lauda, Sion Salvatorem (Sing forth, O Zion), or Ecce panis angelorum (Behold the bread of angels)
Go: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26

Procession

If circumstances allow, it is customary for a procession to take place to mark this Solemnity. The procession is held after Mass (in which the Host carried in procession is consecrated) or after a period of Adoration. The Host is placed in the monstrance and set on the altar after Communion. When the Prayer after Communion has been said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. The priest wears a cope for a procession, but if the procession takes place immediately after Mass, he may wear the chasuble instead.

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 7.1.13: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly participate in a solemn Eucharistic procession held inside or outside a church on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Boniface, Bishop and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/MartyrsI-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 9th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Tobit 12:1, 5-15, 20
RP: Tobit 13:2, 6-8
Go: Mark 12:38-44

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 6 JUNE 2021

Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; Preface I or II of the Holy Eucharist; optional Prayer over the People (nn.2, 9).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: Exodus 24:3-8
RP: Psalm 115(116):12-13, 15-18
R2: Hebrews 9:11-15
Sequence: Lauda, Sion Salvatorem (Sing forth, O Zion), or Ecce panis angelorum (Behold the bread of angels)
Go: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Procession

If circumstances allow, it is customary for a procession to take place to mark this Solemnity. The procession is held after Mass (in which the Host carried in procession is consecrated) or after a period of Adoration. The Host is placed in the monstrance and set on the altar after Communion. When the Prayer after Communion has been said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. The priest wears a cope for a procession, but if the procession takes place immediately after Mass, he may wear the chasuble instead.

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 7.1.13: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly participate in a solemn Eucharistic procession held inside or outside a church on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

The optional memorial of St. Norbert, Bishop, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 7 JUNE 2021

Monday in the 10th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 1:1-7
RP: Psalm 34(35):2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
Go: Matthew 5:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Anne of St. Bartholomew, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 8 JUNE 2021

Tuesday in the 10th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22
RP: Psalm 118(119):129-133, 135
Go: Matthew 5:13-16

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Istvan Sandor, Martyr (memorial, Salesian)

St. Michael of the Saints, Priest, Patron of Trinitarian youth, (Feast, Trinitarian)

Bl. Nicholas of Gesturi, Religious (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Salmiya: Solemnity of Dedication of the Church

Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of the Church. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer II of the Dedication of the Church. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, but others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Note on this Solemnity

Description: “Solemnities include….the Anniversary of the Dedication of one’s own church” (Table of Liturgical Days 4b). The dedication of the church building is celebrated as a “place where the Christian community is gathered to hear the word of God, to offer intercession and praise to him, and above all to celebrate the holy mysteries". This solemnity thus also celebrates the unity of the parish, with the people of God gathered around their priests, to be built up into the dwelling place of God. “Because the church is a visible building, it stands as a special sign of the pilgrim Church on earth and reflects the Church dwelling in heaven.” (Rite of Dedication)

External Solemnity: If desired, one or more or all Masses celebrated on the following weekend may be of the Solemnity of the Dedication. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Dedication may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed (Manual 33.1.6).

WEDNESDAY, 9 JUNE 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 10th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 10th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 3:4-11
RP: Psalm 98(99):5-9
Go: Matthew 5:17-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Anna Maria Taigi, Patroness of the Trinitarian Third Order (memorial, Trinitarian)

THURSDAY, 10 JUNE 2021

Thursday in the 10th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 3:15-4:1, 3-6
RP: Psalm 84(85):9-14
Go: Matthew 5:20-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 11 JUNE 2021

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: nn. 4, 6, 13 or 21).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

R1: Hosea 11:1, 3-4, 8-9
RP: Isaiah 12:2-6
R2: Ephesians 3:8-12, 14-19
Go: John 19:31-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests

Information: The World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests was established by Pope St. John Paul II in 2002 to encourage prayer for priests to fulfil their important vocation with zeal and be shepherd servants who show the love of Christ.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention for priestly holiness can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Devotions: Litany of Christ, Priest and Victim (approved 2013); in Holy Hours held in honour of the Sacred Heart, prayers for priestly holiness, fervor and charity may be included; devotions that pray for renewed/continued zeal for different categories of priests or priestly ministry; encouraging pious practices such as cyclical prayers for all priests in the Vicariate.

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 3: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who, on the solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, publicly recite the Act of Reparation (Most sweet Jesus, whose overflowing charity>).
This prayer may be led by a priest or another suitable person before or after the Mass, or prayed during a period of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, or publicly at another suitable time.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Titular (Solemnity, Comboni)

Manama: Titular Solemnity.
Hodeidah: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity : If desired, on the following Sunday (and Saturday obligation Masses), at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of the Sacred Heart (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Sacred Heart may also be used instead of the texts of the day.

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of the Sacred Heart in Manama, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

SATURDAY, 12 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 11th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 17:22-24
RP: Psalm 91(92):2-3, 13-16
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10
Go: Mark 4:26-34

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Immaculate Heart of the B.V. Mary memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints (located at the end of May feasts); Preface of B.V.Mary I-II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 10th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 11th Sunday in Ord. Time, Psalm Week 3. All from the psalter, with Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

N.B. The Gospel of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints, at the end of May). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
RP: Psalm 102(103):1-2, 3-4, 8-9, 11-12
Go: Luke 2:41-51

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)
R1: Isaiah 61:9-11
RP: 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8
Go: Luke 2:41-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Bl. Francis Kesy and 4 companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Salesian)

Bl. Florida Cevoli, Virgin (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bl. Alphonsus Mary Mazurek, Priest, and Companions, Martyr (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 13 JUNE 2021

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 11th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 17:22-24
RP: Psalm 91(92):2-3, 13-16
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10
Go: Mark 4:26-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of St. Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor of the Church (Feast for Capuchin) is omitted this year.

Ras-al-Khaimah and Sohar: Titular Solemnity.

St. Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor of the Church, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II; optional Prayer over the People (n. 27/28)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) or any suitable readings from the Common of Pastors, or of Doctors of the Church, or of Holy Men: Religious (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: Isaiah 61:1-3
RP: Psalm 88(89):2-5, 21-22, 25, 27
R2: (any reading from the Common)
Go: Luke 10:1-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity: if desired, Masses of St. Anthony of Padua may be used for the entire weekend. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Anthony may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Anthony in Ras-Al-Khaimah or in Sohar, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

MONDAY, 14 JUNE 2021

Monday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: Matthew 5:38-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 15 JUNE 2021

Tuesday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9
RP: Psalm 145(146):2, 5-9
Go: Matthew 5:43-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 16 JUNE 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
RP: Psalm 111(112):1-4, 9
Go: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Anizet Koplin, Priest and Companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 17 JUNE 2021

Thursday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 11:1-11
RP: Psalm 110(111):1-4, 7-8
Go: Matthew 6:7-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 18 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 12th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Job 38:1, 8-11
RP: Psalm 106(107):23-26, 28-31
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17
Go: Mark 4:35-41

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 11:18, 21-30
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-7
Go: Matthew 6:19-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 19 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 12th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Job 38:1, 8-11
RP: Psalm 106(107):23-26, 28-31
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17
Go: Mark 4:35-41

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Romuald, Abbot, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 11th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 11th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 11th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
RP: Psalm 34(35):8-9, 10-11, 12-13
Go: Matthew 6:24-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 20 JUNE 2021

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 12th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Job 38:1, 8-11
RP: Psalm 106(107):23-26, 28-31
R2: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17
Go: Mark 4:35-41

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

MONDAY, 21 JUNE 2021

St. Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 12th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 12:1-9
RP: Psalm 32(33):12-13, 18-20, 22
Go: Matthew 7:1-5

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 22 JUNE 2021

Tuesday in the 12th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Paulinus of Nola opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 12th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

Ss. John Fisher, Bishop, and Thomas More, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 12th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 13:2, 5-18
RP: Psalm 14(15):2-5
Go: Matthew 7:6, 12-14

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 23 JUNE 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 12th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
RP: Psalm 104(105):1-4, 6-9
Go: Matthew 7:15-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

At Evening Masses:

Vigil of St. John the Baptist, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface (under "During the Day" Mass); optional Prayer over the People (n. 27, 28).

Readings of Vigil Mass

R1: Jeremiah 1:4-10
RP: Psalm 70(71):1-6, 15, 17
R2: 1 Peter 1:8-12
Go: Luke 1:5-17

St. Joseph Cafasso, Priest (memorial, Salesian)

THURSDAY, 24 JUNE 2021

The Nativity of St. John the Baptist, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "During the Day" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (nn. 27, 28).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 49:1-6
RP: Psalm 138(139):1-3, 13-15
R2: Acts 13:22-26
Go: Luke 1:57-66, 80

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Ruwais: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

St. John the Baptist, Patron of the parish, External Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : If desired, on the preceding or following weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of St. John the Baptist (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. John the Baptist may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

FRIDAY, 25 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 13th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24
RP: Psalm 29(30):2,4-6, 11-13
R2: 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15
Go: Mark 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35-43

If desired, the External Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul may be celebrated today (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n.58), especially in the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia in honour of their patronage. Either the Mass "at the Vigil" and "during the Day" with their readings are used (see June 28 and June 29)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 12th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 17:1, 9-10, 15-22
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-5
Go: Matthew 8:1-4

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 26 JUNE 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 13th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24
RP: Psalm 29(30):2,4-6, 11-13
R2: 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15
Go: Mark 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35-43

If desired, the External Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul may be celebrated today (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n.58), especially in the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia in honour of the their patronage. Either the Mass "at the Vigil" and "during the Day" with their readings are used (see June 28 and June 29)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 12th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 12th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Genesis 18:1-15
RP: Luke 1:46-50, 53-55
Go: Matthew 8:5-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Andrew Hyacinth Longhin, Bishop (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bl. Jacob of Ghazir, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 27 JUNE 2021

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 13th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24
RP: Psalm 29(30):2,4-6, 11-13
R2: 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15
Go: Mark 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35-43

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

If desired, the External Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul may be celebrated today (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n.58), especially in the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia in honour of their patronage. The Mass "during the Day" with their readings is used (see June 29)

The optional memorial of St. Cyril of Alexandria, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, is omitted this year.

Fujairah: Titular Solemnity.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Common of B.V. Mary; Gloria; Creed; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings from the Common of the B.V. Mary (Lectionary Vol. II) are suggested based on the Redemptorist Proper but any suitable readings from the same Common may be selected instead.

R1: Isaiah 7:10-14 (n.8, II:1428)
RP: 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8
R2: Apocalypse (Revelation) 11:19, 12:1-6, 10 (n. 2, II:1435)
Go: John 19:25-27 (n. 19; II:1449)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, throughout this weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Our Lady of Perpetual Help may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Fujairah, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

MONDAY, 28 JUNE 2021

At Morning Masses:

St. Irenaeus, Bishop, Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 13th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul. All as on the Solemnity, from the Proper of Saints.

Night Prayer I of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 18:16-33
RP: Psalm 103(104):1-4, 8-11
Go: Matthew 8:18-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

At Evening Masses:

Vigil of Ss. Peter and Paul, Apostles, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface (under "During the Day" Mass); optional Solemn Blessing of Ss. Peter and Paul.

Readings of Vigil Mass

R1: Acts 3:1-10
RP: Psalm 18 (19):2-5
R2: Galatians 1:11-20
Go: John 21:15-19

TUESDAY, 29 JUNE 2021

Ss. Peter and Paul, Apostles, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "during the Day" of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Ss. Peter and Paul (n.16).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) of the Solemnity from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Acts 12:1-11
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-9
R2: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18
Go: Matthew 16:13-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 14.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who, on the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, make prayerful use of a crucifix, cross, rosary, scapular, or medal that has been blessed by the Pope or by any bishop, and pray any approved Profession of Faith (Creed).

Ss. Peter and Paul, Patrons (Solemnity, Incarnate Word)

Ruwi and Musaffah: Titular Solemnity.

Ss. Peter and Paul, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity : If desired, on the preceding weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of Ss. Peter and Paul (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Ss. Peter and Paul may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Paul in Musaffah or Ss. Peter and Paul in Ruwi, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

WEDNESDAY, 30 JUNE 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 13th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

The First Martyrs of the See of Rome, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 13th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 21:5, 8-20
RP: Psalm 33(34):7-8, 10-13
Go: Matthew 8:28-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

AVOSA Day of Prayer in memory of the Modern Martyrs of Yemen

Information: On the day when the Church of Rome remembers its first martyrs, the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia recalls the modern martyrs from the Missionaries of Charity who have given their lives in service of Christ the Lord in Yemen: Sisters Zelia, Michael and Aletta (shot 27 July 1998 in Hodeidah) and Sisters Judith, Reginette, Margherite and Anselm (massacred 4 March 2016 in Aden).

Practices: All the faithful are encouraged to show solidarity with the witness of the martyred religious and observe this day as a day of prayer and penance for the restoration of peace in Yemen.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Mass and Devotions: in place of the Mass of the day, a suitable Various Needs Mass (purple vestments), such as “For Peace and Justice” (n. 30) may be used. Devotions may also focus upon this theme of peace. A suitable petition may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful (if said).

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 1 JULY 2021

Thursday in the 13th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 22:1-19
RP: Psalm 114(115):1-6, 8-9
Go: Matthew 9:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Devotion to the Precious Blood of Christ

Directory of Popular Piety

FRIDAY, 2 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 14th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 2:2-5
RP: Psalm 122(123)
R2: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Go: Mark 6:1-6

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 13th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67
RP: Psalm 105(106):1-5
Go: Matthew 9:9-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 3 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 14th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 2:2-5
RP: Psalm 122(123)
R2: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Go: Mark 6:1-6

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Thomas the Apostles, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Saturday, PsWk 1.

Evening Prayer I of 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Ephesians 2:19-22
RP: Psalm 116(117)
Go: John 20:24-29

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

SUNDAY, 4 JULY 2021

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 14th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Ezekiel 2:2-5
RP: Psalm 122(123)
R2: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Go: Mark 6:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Priestly Ordination of Bishop Paul Hinder (AVOSA)

On this day in 1967, Bishop Paul Hinder was ordained a priest. A special intention for the Bishop may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass, or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass). The faithful should be encouraged to pray for person and ministry of the Bishop.

The optional memorial of St. Elizabeth of Portugal is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 5 JULY 2021

Monday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Anthony Zaccaria, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 14th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 28:10-22
RP: Psalm 90(91):1-4, 14-15
Go: Matthew 9:18-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 6 JULY 2021

Tuesday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Maria Goretti, Virgin, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 14th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 32:23-33
RP: Psalm 16(17):1-3, 6-8, 15
Go: Matthew 9:32-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

In St. Joseph Cathedral, in at least one Mass, the death anniversary of Bishop Bernard Gremoli (+ 2017) is commemorated.

Death Anniversary of Giovanni Bernardo Gremoli, Apostolic Vicar Emeritus

MASS:

Mass of the Dead. Prayers from section IV.2: For a Bishop; antiphons from any Mass of the Dead; Preface of the Dead I-V

HOURS:

If desired, the Office of the Dead may be used instead of the Office of the day, in whole or in part.

The Office of the Dead may be prayed in two ways:

(a) all Hours are taken from the Office of the Dead
or:
(b)the Office of the Dead is celebrated in the same way as a memorial i.e.
— at the Office of Readings, the psalms of Tuesday Week 4 are used. Reading 1 from the 14th Tuesday in Ord. Time. The rest is from the Office of the Dead.
— At Morning/Evening Prayer, the psalms are from Tuesday Week 2, the rest from the Office of the Dead.
— Prayer during the Day and Night Prayer are taken from the weekday, not the Office of the Dead.

Readings

Any readings from the Lectionary for Masses of the Dead may be selected. The following are suggested.

R1: Isaiah 25:6-9 or Daniel 12:1-3 (n.6)
RP: Psalm 22(23) or Psalm 41 (42):2, 3, 5
Go: John 6:51-58 (n.13) or John 12:23-28 (n. 16)

WEDNESDAY, 7 JULY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 41:55-57; 42:5-7, 17-24
RP: Psalm 32(33):2-3, 10-11, 18-19
Go: Matthew 10:1-7

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Mary Romero, Virgin (opt. mem., Salesian)

THURSDAY, 8 JULY 2021

Thursday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Genesis 44:18-21, 23-29; 45:1-5
RP: Psalm 104(105):16-21
Go: Matthew 10:7-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 9 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 15th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Amos 7:12-15
RP: Psalm 85(86):9-14
R2: Ephesians 1:3-14 or 1:3-10
Go: Mark 6:7-13

Sea Sunday

Information: On this Sunday, the Church remembers all those who earn their living as seafarers, their families and dependents, and the mission of the Apostleship of the Sea. All the faithful are invited to recognize the sacrifices made by seafarers and those in the maritime industry to ensure the provision of daily goods and necessities.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Activities: increase awareness and support of the work of the Apostleship of the Sea among parishioners and lay apostolates; enlist lay apostolates to provide support for the spiritual and material needs of migrant seafarers in our ports and their families, especially seafarers who are stranded or abandoned; provide prayer and support for the work of chaplains of the Apostleship of the Sea; increase ecumenical pastoral outreach with similar minded Christian organizations.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Augustine Zhao Rong, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 14th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Genesis 46:1-7, 28-30
RP: Psalm 36(37):3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40
Go: Matthew 10:16-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Augustine Zhao Rong, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs (memorial, Incarnate Word)

SATURDAY, 10 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 15th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Amos 7:12-15
RP: Psalm 85:9-14
R2: Ephesians 1:3-14 or 1:3-10
Go: Mark 6:7-13

Sea Sunday

Information: On this Sunday, the Church remembers all those who earn their living as seafarers, their families and dependents, and the mission of the Apostleship of the Sea. All the faithful are invited to recognize the sacrifices made by seafarers and those in the maritime industry to ensure the provision of daily goods and necessities.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Activities: increase awareness and support of the work of the Apostleship of the Sea among parishioners and lay apostolates; enlist lay apostolates to provide support for the spiritual and material needs of migrant seafarers in our ports and their families, especially seafarers who are stranded or abandoned; provide prayer and support for the work of chaplains of the Apostleship of the Sea; increase ecumenical pastoral outreach with similar minded Christian organizations.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 14th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 14th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Genesis 49:29-33; 50:15-26
RP: Psalm 104(105):1-4, 6-7
Go: Matthew 10:24-33 (incorrect notation in some books:24-38)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Veronica Giuliani, Virgin (Feast, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 11 JULY 2021

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Amos 7:12-15
RP: Psalm 85:9-14
R2: Ephesians 1:3-14 or 1:3-10
Go: Mark 6:7-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Sea Sunday

Information: On this Sunday, the Church remembers all those who earn their living as seafarers, their families and dependents, and the mission of the Apostleship of the Sea. All the faithful are invited to recognize the sacrifices made by seafarers and those in the maritime industry to ensure the provision of daily goods and necessities.

Prayer of the Faithful: a suitable intention can be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Activities: increase awareness and support of the work of the Apostleship of the Sea among parishioners and lay apostolates; enlist lay apostolates to provide support for the spiritual and material needs of migrant seafarers in our ports and their families, especially seafarers who are stranded or abandoned; provide prayer and support for the work of chaplains of the Apostleship of the Sea; increase ecumenical pastoral outreach with similar minded Christian organizations.

The memorial of St. Benedict, Abbot (proper: Incarnate Word) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 12 JULY 2021

Monday in the 15th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Exodus 1:8-14, 22
RP: Psalm 123(124)
Go: Matthew 10:34-11:1

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Ss. Louis Martin and Marie Azelie Guerin, Spouses (opt. mem., Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 13 JULY 2021

Tuesday in the 15th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Henry, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 15th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 2:1-15
RP: Psalm 68(69):3, 14, 30-31, 33-34
Go: Matthew 11:20-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Teresa Fernandez Solar, Virgin (memorial, Carmelite)

WEDNESDAY, 14 JULY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 15th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Camillus of Lellis, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 15th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 3:1-6, 9-12
RP: Psalm 102(103):1-4, 6-7
Go: Matthew 11:25-27

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Francis Solanus, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 15 JULY 2021

St. Bonaventure, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 15th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 3:13-20
RP: Psalm 104(105):5, 8-9, 24-27
Go: Matthew 11:28-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Bonaventure, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (Feast, Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 16 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 16th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 23:1-6
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 2:13-18
Go: Mark 6:30-34

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 15th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

Friday in the 15th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Exodus 11:10-12:14
RP: Psalm 115(116):12-13, 15-18
Go: Matthew 12:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Blessing of Brown Scapular

The Brown Scapular may be blessed and dsitributed to the faithful using the special rite (https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/prayers/view.cfm?id=1086).

"The Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel... is truly universal and, undoubtedly is one of those pious practices which the Second Vatican Council described as "recommended by the Magisterium throughout the centuries"....it is an external sign of the filial relationship established between the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother and Queen of Mount Carmel, and the faithful who entrust themselves totally to her protection, who have recourse to her maternal intercession, who are mindful of the primacy of the spiritual life and the need for prayer." (Directory of Popular Piety 205).

B.V. Mary of M. Carmel, Patroness and Head of the Carmelite Order (Solemnity, Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 17 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 16th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 23:1-6
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 2:13-18
Go: Mark 6:30-34

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 15th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 15th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Exodus 12:37-42
RP: Psalm 135(136):1, 10-15, 23-24
Go: Matthew 12:14-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Teresa of St. Augustine Lidoine and Companions, Virgins, Martyrs (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 18 JULY 2021

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 16th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 16th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 23:1-6
RP: Psalm 22(23)
R2: Ephesians 2:13-18
Go: Mark 6:30-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

MONDAY, 19 JULY 2021

Monday in the 16th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Exodus 14:5-18
RP: Exodus 15:1-6
Go: Matthew 12:38-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

TUESDAY, 20 JULY 2021

Tuesday in the 16th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 16th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 14:21-15:1
RP: Exodus 15:8-10, 12, 17
Go: Matthew 12:46-50

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Our Father, St. Elijah, Prophet (Feast, Carmelite)

WEDNESDAY, 21 JULY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 16th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 16th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 16:1-5, 9-15
RP: Psalm 77(78):18-19, 23-28
Go: Matthew 13:1-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and Doctor of the Church (Feast, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 22 JULY 2021

St. Mary Magdalene, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of the Saints (n.18) or Prayer over the People (nn. 27, 28).
Proper Preface (new)
- It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation, to glorify you in all things, almighty Father, whose mercy is not less than your power, through Christ our Lord. He appeared in the garden and revealed himself to Mary Magdalene, who had loved him in life, witnessed him dying on the Cross, sought him as he lay in the tomb, and was the first to adore him, newly risen from the dead. He honoured her with the office of being an apostle to the Apostles, so that the good news of new life might reach the ends of the earth. And so, Lord, with all the Angels and Saints, we, too, give you thanks, as in exultation we acclaim: Holy, Holy...

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Thursday, PsWk 4; readings and verse from Common. Night Prayer of Thursday.

Readings

R1: Songs 3:1-4 or 2 Corinthians 5:14-17
RP: Psalm 63(64):2-6, 8-9
Go: John 20:1-2, 11-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 23 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 2 Kings 4:42-44
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-11, 15-18
R2: Ephesians 4:1-6
Go: John 6:1-15

World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2021 in preparation fo rthe 'Amoris Laetitiae Family Year' to be celebrated every 4th Sunday in July. In establishing the World Day, the Holy Father pointed out that "the Holy Spirit still stirs up thoughts and words of wisdom in the elderly today: their voice is precious because it sings the praises of God and safeguards the roots of peoples. They remind us that old age is a gift and that grandparents are the link between generations, passing on the experience of life and faithto the young." (Angelus 31.1.2021)

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Blessings: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and celebrate the value, wisdom and experience of grandparents and the elderly, strengthen families, and support the spiritual and material welfare of the elderly are encouraged .

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 16th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Bridget of Sweden, religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 16th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 20:1-17
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
Go: Matthew 13:18-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

B.V. Mary, Mother of Divine Grace (memorial, Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 24 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 2 Kings 4:42-44
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-11, 15-18
R2: Ephesians 4:1-6
Go: John 6:1-15

World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2021 in preparation fo rthe 'Amoris Laetitiae Family Year' to be celebrated every 4th Sunday in July. In establishing the World Day, the Holy Father pointed out that "the Holy Spirit still stirs up thoughts and words of wisdom in the elderly today: their voice is precious because it sings the praises of God and safeguards the roots of peoples. They remind us that old age is a gift and that grandparents are the link between generations, passing on the experience of life and faithto the young." (Angelus 31.1.2021)

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Blessings: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and celebrate the value, wisdom and experience of grandparents and the elderly, strengthen families, and support the spiritual and material welfare of the elderly are encouraged .

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Charbel Makhluf, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 16th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.

Benedictus antiphon from the Common. Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 16th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 16th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Exodus 24:3-8
RP: Psalm 49(50):1-2, 5-6, 14-15
Go: Matthew 13:24-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Maria Pilar Martínez García, Bl. Maria Sagrario Moragas Cantarero and Companions, Virgins, Martyrs (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 25 JULY 2021

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 17th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: 2 Kings 4:42-44
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-11, 15-18
R2: Ephesians 4:1-6
Go: John 6:1-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2021 in preparation fo rthe 'Amoris Laetitiae Family Year' to be celebrated every 4th Sunday in July. In establishing the World Day, the Holy Father pointed out that "the Holy Spirit still stirs up thoughts and words of wisdom in the elderly today: their voice is precious because it sings the praises of God and safeguards the roots of peoples. They remind us that old age is a gift and that grandparents are the link between generations, passing on the experience of life and faithto the young." (Angelus 31.1.2021)

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Blessings: suitable intention for gradnparents and the elderly may be included.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and celebrate the value, wisdom and experience of grandparents and the elderly, strengthen families, and support the spiritual and material welfare of the elderly are encouraged .

The Feast of St. James, Apostle, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 26 JULY 2021

Ss. Joachim and Anne, Parents of the B.V. Mary, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials, but with proper Morning and Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 17th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Morning and Evening Prayer:hymn, antiphons and readings from the Proper of Saints, psalms from the Common, intercessions from psalter/Common.

Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Exodus 32:15-24, 30-34
RP: Psalm 105 (106):19-23
Go: Matthew 13:31-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 27 JULY 2021

Tuesday in the 17th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Exodus 33:7-11; 34:5-9, 28
RP: Psalm 102(103):6-13
Go: Matthew 13:36-43

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Hodeidah Massacre

On this day, in 1998, the Missionaries of Charity Sisters Zelia, Michael, and Aletta were shot in Hodeidah.

Bl. Mary Magdalene Martinengo, Virgin (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bl. Titus Brandsma, Priest, Martyr (opt. mem., Carmelite)

WEDNESDAY, 28 JULY 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 17th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Exodus 34:29-35
RP: Psalm 98(99):5, 6, 7, 9
Go: Matthew 13:44-46

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Mary Teresa Kowalska, Martyr (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bl. John Soreth, Priest (opt. mem., Carmelite)

THURSDAY, 29 JULY 2021

Ss. Martha, Mary and Lazarus memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

Until the new Prayers are translated, the Mass formulary may be altered as followed:

1. Prayer over the Offerings: change "in St. Martha" to "in your Saints" and "her homage of love" to "their homage of love"
2. Prayer after Communion: change "Saint Martha" to "Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus".

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

Until the new Second Reading, Benedictus antiphon and Collect are translated, the Office is said as at present i.e.
At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 17th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (as printed currently in Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon as printed currently in the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (as currently printed in Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

N.B. The Gospel of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: Exodus 40:16-21, 34-38
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-6, 8, 11
Go: John 11:19-27 or Luke 10:38-42

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: 1 John 4:7-16
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-11
Go: John 11:19-27 or Luke 10:38-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 30 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 18th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15
RP: Psalm 77(78):3-4, 23-24, 25, 54
R2: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24
Go: John 6:24-35

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 17th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 17th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Leviticus 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34-37
RP: Psalm 80(81):3-6, 10-11
Go: Matthew 13:54-58

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Francis Solanus Casey, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

SATURDAY, 31 JULY 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 18th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15
RP: Psalm 77(78):3-4, 23-24, 25, 54
R2: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24
Go: John 6:24-35

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Ignatius of Loyola, Priest memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 17th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Leviticus 25:1, 8-17
RP: Psalm 66(67):2-3, 5, 7-8
Go: Matthew 14:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Ignatius of Loyola, Patron (Feast, Chamberry)

St. Ignatius of Loyola (memorial, Incarnate Word)

SUNDAY, 1 AUGUST 2021

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 18th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15
RP: Psalm 77(78):3-4, 23-24, 25, 54
R2: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24
Go: John 6:24-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (proper:Incarnate Word) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 2 AUGUST 2021

Monday in the 18th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Peter Julian Eymard, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Numbers 11:4-15
RP: Psalm 80(81):12-17
Go: Matthew 14:13-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Portiuncula Indulgence

N.B. This indulgence is available for all parish churches, not just Franciscan churches.

Manual 33.1.5b: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a parish church on August 2, the day of the "Portiuncula" indulgence, and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed.

Manual 33.1.3c: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit the cathedral church on August 2, the day of the "Portiuncula" indulgence, and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed.

Bl. Augustus Czartoryski, Priest (opt. mem., Salesian)

Our Lady of the Angels at the Portiuncula (Feast, Capuchin)

TUESDAY, 3 AUGUST 2021

Tuesday in the 18th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Numbers 12:1-13
RP: Psalm 50(51):3-7, 12-13
Go: Matthew 14:22-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 4 AUGUST 2021

St. John Vianney, Priest, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Numbers 13:1-2, 25-14:1, 26-29, 34-35
RP: Psalm 105(106):6-7, 13-14, 21-23
Go: Matthew 15:21-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 5 AUGUST 2021

Thursday in the 18th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

The Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of B.V. Mary/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Numbers 20:1-13
RP: Psalm 94(95):1-2, 6-9
Go: Matthew 16:13-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 6 AUGUST 2021

Transfiguration of the Lord, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; in obligation Masses: Creed; proper Preface ; optional Prayer over the People (suggested:7, 21, 25).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Friday, PsWk 2, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Friday.

Readings

N.B. For obligation Masses, all 3 readings are used. For non-obligation Masses, a choice is made between R1 and R2.

R1: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
RP: Psalm 96(97):1-2, 5-6, 9
R1: 2 Peter 1:16-19
Go: Mark 9:2-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Transfiguration of the Lord (Feast, Incarnate Word)

SATURDAY, 7 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 1 Kings 19:4-8
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-9
R2: Ephesians 4:30-5:2
Go: John 6:41-51

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Sixtus II, Pope and Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

St. Cajetan, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 18th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 18th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 18th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 6:4-13
RP: Psalm 17(18):2-4, 47, 51
Go: Matthew 17:14-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Agathangelo and Cassian, Priests and Martyrs (opt. mem., Capuchin)

St. Albert of Trapani, Priest (memorial, Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 8 AUGUST 2021

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 19th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: 1 Kings 19:4-8
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-9
R2: Ephesians 4:30-5:2
Go: John 6:41-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of St. Dominic, Priest (Feast for Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 9 AUGUST 2021

Monday in the 19th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein), Virgin, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Virgin/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 19th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 10:12-22
RP: Psalm 147:12-15, 19-20
Go: Matthew 17:22-27

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Virgin, Martyr (memorial, Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 10 AUGUST 2021

St. Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Martyrs I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Saints or Prayer over the People (nn. 27, 28).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday, PsWk 3, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

R1: 2 Corinthians 9:6-10
RP: Psalm (111)112:1-2, 5-9
Go: John 12:24-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 11 AUGUST 2021

St. Clare, Virgin, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Virgins/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 19th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 34:1-12
RP: Psalm 65(66):1-3, 5, 16-17
Go: Matthew 18:15-20

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Clare of Assisi, Virgin (Feast, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 12 AUGUST 2021

Thursday in the 19th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 19th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

N.B. In older breviaries, the propers for this memorial can be found under December 12.

Readings

R1: Joshua 3:7-11, 13-17
RP: Psalm 113A (114):1-6
Go: Matthew 18:21-19:1

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Innocent XI, Pope (opt. mem., Trinitarian)

FRIDAY, 13 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Assumption of the B.V. Mary, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of B.V.Mary (n.15).

Readings of Vigil Mass

R1: 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2
RP: Psalm 131(132):6-7, 9-10, 13-14
R2: 1 Corinthians 15:54-57
Go: Luke 11:27-28

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 19th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

Ss. Pontian, Pope, and Hippolytus, Priest, Martyrs,, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 19th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Joshua 24:1-13
RP: Psalm 135(136):1-3, 16-18, 21-22, 24
Go: Matthew 19:3-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Mark of Aviano, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

SATURDAY, 14 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Vigil of the Assumption of the B.V. Mary, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass "at the Vigil" of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of B.V.Mary (n.15).

Readings of Vigil Mass

R1: 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2
RP: Psalm 131(132):6-7, 9-10, 13-14
R2: 1 Corinthians 15:54-57
Go: Luke 11:27-28

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Maximilian Kolbe, Priest and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 19th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial .
Benedictus antiphon is proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Roman Missal) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the Assumption of the B.V. Mary. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Saints), else from the Common.

Readings

R1: Joshua 24:14-29
RP: Psalm 15(16):1-2, 5, 7-8
Go: Matthew 19:13-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe, Priest and Martyr (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 15 AUGUST 2021

Holy Day of Obligation

Assumption of the B.V. Mary, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of B.V.Mary (n.15).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) of Solemnity(Proper of Saints), else from Common. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Apocalypse (Revelation) 11:19; 12:1-6, 10
RP: Psalm 44(45):10-12, 16
R2: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26
Go: Luke 1:39-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Blessing of flowers, herbs or fruits

Flowers, herbs or fruits may be blessed today in honour of the B.V. Mary. The prayer of blessing may be found in the Book of Blessings 1786ff, or the special Franciscan blessing.

Fransican Blessing
- Almighty Father, we praise and glorify you on the feast of the Assumption of your daughter, Mary. She believed in your promise and enjoys the fullness of resurrected life. Bless + these fruits of the earth which you have brought to harvest. Through the intercession of Mary, help us to enjoy these gifts for our good and the good of others, and for your greater honour and glory. Through Christ our Lord.
- or: Almighty Father, we praise and glorify you on the feast of the Assumption of your daughter, Mary. She believed in your promise and enjoys the fullness of resurrected life. You made her womb fruitful and gave us Jesus, through whom we have salvation. Bless + these fruits of the earth which you have brought to harvest. Through your Son Jesus, and the intercession of Mary, help us to use these crops (fruits, herbs, flowers) for our good and the good of others. Through Christ our Lord.

Directory of Popular Piety 181: "This ancient use is associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary, in part because of the biblical images applied to her such as vine, lavender, cypress and lily, partly from seeing her in terms of a sweet smelling flower because of her virtue, and most of all because of Isaiah 11, 1, and his reference to the "shoot springing from the side of Jesse", which would bear the blessed fruit of Jesus.""

In Dubai, the is observed.

B.V.Mary of the Assumption, Titular of the church, Solemnity

All as given above for the Solemnity in Universal Calendar.

Notes on the Titular Solemnity

External Solemnity : the Masses of the Assumption are celebrated for the whole weekend.

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Mary in Dubai, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

MONDAY, 16 AUGUST 2021

Monday in the 20th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Stephen of Hungary, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 20th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Judges 2:11-19
RP: Psalm 105(106):34-37, 39-40, 43-44
Go: Matthew 19:16-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Queenship of the B.V. Mary (memorial, Missionaries of Charity)

TUESDAY, 17 AUGUST 2021

Tuesday in the 20th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Judges 6:11-24
RP: Psalm 84(85):9, 11-14
Go: Matthew 19:23-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 18 AUGUST 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 20th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Judges 9:6-15
RP: Psalm 20(21):2-7
Go: Matthew 20:1-16

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. John Louis Loir, Protase Bourdon and Sebastian Francois, Priests and Martyrs (memorial, Capuchin)

Bb. Leonard Duverneuil, Michael Aloysius Brulard, and Hubert of St. Claude, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Carmelite)

THURSDAY, 19 AUGUST 2021

Thursday in the 20th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. John Eudes, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 20th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Judges 11:29-39
RP: Psalm 40(41):5, 7-10
Go: Matthew 22:1-14

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Louis of Anjou, Bishop (opt. mem., Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 20 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 21st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Joshua 24:1-2, 15-18
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-3, 16-23
R2: Ephesians 5:21-32 or Ephesians 5:2, 25-32
Go: John 6:60-69

N.B. The most recent version of the lectionary offers a shorter form alternative that may not be printed in older lectionaries.
Shorter Second Reading

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 20th Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Ruth 1:1, 3-6, 14-16, 22
RP: Psalm 145(146):5-10
Go: Matthew 22:34-40

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 21 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 21st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Joshua 24:1-2, 15-18
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-3, 16-23
R2: Ephesians 5:21-32 or Ephesians 5:2, 25-32
Go: John 6:60-69

N.B. The most recent version of the lectionary offers a shorter form alternative that may not be printed in older lectionaries.
Shorter Second Reading

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Pius X, Pope, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Prayers from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 20th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Ruth 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17
RP: Psalm 127(128):1-5
Go: Matthew 23:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 22 AUGUST 2021

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 21st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/ Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 21st Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Joshua 24:1-2, 15-18
RP: Psalm 33(34):2-3, 16-23
R2: Ephesians 5:21-32 or Ephesians 5:2, 25-32
Go: John 6:60-69

N.B. The most recent version of the lectionary offers a shorter form alternative that may not be printed in older lectionaries.
Shorter Second Reading

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of the Queenship of the B.V. Mary is omitted this year.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Principal Patroness (Solemnity, Missionaries of Charity)

MONDAY, 23 AUGUST 2021

Monday in the 21st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Rose of Lima, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 21st Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 8-10
RP: Psalm 149:1-6, 9
Go: Matthew 23:13-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Bernard of Offida, Religious (opt. mem., Capuchin)

TUESDAY, 24 AUGUST 2021

St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday PsWk 1, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

R1: Revelation 21:9-14
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-13, 17-18
Go: John 1:45-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 25 AUGUST 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 21st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Louis, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 21st Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Joseph of Calasanz, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 21st Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13
RP: Psalm 138(139):7-12
Go: Matthew 23:27-32

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Maria Troncatti, Virgin (opt. mem., Salesian)

St. Louis IX, King of France (opt. mem., Trinitarian; memorial, Capuchin)

St. Mary Bouardy, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

St. Joseph of Calasanz, Priest (memorial, Incarnate Word)

THURSDAY, 26 AUGUST 2021

Thursday in the 21st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13
RP: Psalm 89(90):3-4, 12-14, 17
Go: Matthew 24:42-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Ceferino Namuncura (opt. mem., Salesian)

Transverberation of the Heart of our Mother St. Teresa of Jesus (opt. mem., Carmelite)

FRIDAY, 27 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 22nd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
RP: Psalm 14(15):2-5
R2: James 1:17-18, 21-22, 27
Go: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Monica, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 21st Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
RP: Psalm 96(97):1, 2, 5-6, 10-12
Go: Matthew 25:1-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 28 AUGUST 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 22nd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
RP: Psalm 14(15):2-5
R2: James 1:17-18, 21-22, 27
Go: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 21st Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-11
RP: Psalm 97(98):1, 7-9
Go: Matthew 25:14-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor (memorial, Incarnate Word)

SUNDAY, 29 AUGUST 2021

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 22nd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/ Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 22nd Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
RP: Psalm 14(15):2-5
R2: James 1:17-18, 21-22, 27
Go: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of Passion of St. John the Baptist is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 30 AUGUST 2021

Monday in the 22nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
RP: Psalm 95(96):1, 3-5, 11-13
Go: Luke 4:16-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 31 AUGUST 2021

Tuesday in the 22nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6, 9-11
RP: Psalm 26(27):1, 4, 13-14
Go: Luke 4:31-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 22nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Colossians 1:1-8
RP: Psalm 51(52):10-11
Go: Luke 4:38-44

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation

Information: The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation was instituted in 2015 by Pope Francis to encourage the faithful to thank God for the gift of creation, recommit to their vocation as its stewards, and ask for divine help in fulfilling this vocation and preserving creation.

Mass: hymns may be chosen which illustrate God’s glory in creation, or bring out the Eucharistic aspect of creation renewed and transformed. The Various Needs Mass n. 28: “After the Harvest” also offers suitable thematic prayers.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable petitions might be included for the preservation of creation, and the human vocation as its steward.

Devotions: prayers giving thanks for creation from the Bible (e.g. Psalm 8), or religious tradition (e.g. Canticle of Brother Sun). The Holy See provides a sample format for a Holy Hour (https://bit.ly/2Wds5Ib) and other prayer resources, both traditional (e.g. rosary) and contemporary.

Activities: Encouraging adoption of appropriate lifestyles reflecting role of humanity as custodians of creation; cooperation with initiatives of other civic and religious organizations for this purpose

Ecumenism: “It is my hope that this Day will in some way also involve other Churches and ecclesial Communities, and be celebrated in union with similar initiatives of the World Council of Churches.” (Pope Francis)

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Teresa Margaret, Virgin (memorial, Carmelite)

THURSDAY, 2 SEPTEMBER 2021

Thursday in the 22nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Colossians 1:9-14
RP: Psalm 97(98):2-6
Go: Luke 5:1-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Apollinaris of Posat, Priest and Martyr (memorial, Capuchin)

FRIDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 23rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 35:4-7
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: James 2:1-5
Go: Mark 7:31-37

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Gregory the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 22nd Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Colossians 1:15-20
RP: Psalm 99(100):1-5 (incorrect notation in some books: 2-5)
Go: Luke 5:33-39

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 4 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 23rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 35:4-7
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: James 2:1-5
Go: Mark 7:31-37

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 22nd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 22nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Colossians 1:21-23
RP: Psalm 53(54):3-4, 6, 8
Go: Luke 6:1-5

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2021

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 23rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 23rd Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 35:4-7
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: James 2:1-5
Go: Mark 7:31-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Theresa of Calcutta, Virgin and Foundress (Solemnity, Missionaries of Charity)

MONDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2021

Monday in the 23rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Colossians 1:24-2:3
RP: Psalm 61(62):6-7, 9
Go: Luke 6:6-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 7 SEPTEMBER 2021

Tuesday in the 23rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Colossians 2:6-15
RP: Psalm 144(145):1-2, 8-11
Go: Luke 6:12-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2021

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of B.V. Mary; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Wednesday PsWk3, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Wednesday.

Readings

R1: Micah 5:1-4 or Romans 8:28-30
RP: Psalm 12(13):6-7
Go: Matthew 1:1-16, 18-23 or 1:18-23

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

THURSDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER 2021

Thursday in the 23rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Peter Claver, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 23rd Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Colossians 3:12-17
RP: Psalm 150:1-6
Go: Luke 6:27-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Peter Claver, Patron (Solemnity, Comboni)

FRIDAY, 10 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 24th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 50:4-9
RP: Psalm 114(116):1-6, 8-9
R2: James 2:14-18
Go: Mark 8:27-35

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 23rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 12-14
RP: Psalm 15(16):1-2, 5, 7-8, 11
Go: Luke 6:39-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SATURDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 24th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 50:4-9
RP: Psalm 114(116):1-6, 8-9
R2: James 2:14-18
Go: Mark 8:27-35

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 23rd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 23rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 1:15-17
RP: Psalm 112(113):1-7
Go: Luke 6:43-49

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Mary Lopez Rivas, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER 2021

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 24th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 50:4-9
RP: Psalm 114(116):1-6, 8-9
R2: James 2:14-18
Go: Mark 8:27-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Religious Profession of Bishop Paul Hinder (AVOSA)

On this day in 1963, Bishop Paul Hinder made his religious profession as a Capuchin friar. A special intention for the Bishop may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass, or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass). The faithful should be encouraged to pray for person and ministry of the Bishop.

The optional memorial of the Holy Name of Mary (obligatory memorial for Trinitarian) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 24th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 2:1-8
RP: Psalm 27(28):2, 7-9
Go: Luke 7:1-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 14 SEPTEMBER 2021

Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n.9).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday PsWk 4, rest from Proper. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

N.B. Since this Feast occurs on a weekday, there is only 1 reading before the psalm. A choice is made between the First and Second Reading.

R1: Numbers 21:4-9 or Philippians 2:6-11
RP: Psalm 77(78):1-2, 34-38
Go: John 3:13-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 15 SEPTEMBER 2021

Our Lady of Sorrows, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials, with proper Morning and Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 15th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 and Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints).

At Morning and Evening Prayer: all from the memorial (Proper of Saints), else from the Common of the B.V. Mary.

Readings

For the memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows: The Gospel of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: 1 Timothy 3:14-16
RP: Psalm 110(111):1-6
Sequence: At the Cross her Station keeping (Stabat mater)
Go: John 19:25-27 or Luke 2:33-35

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: Hebrews 5:7-9
RP: Psalm 30(31):2-6, 15-16, 20
Sequence: At the Cross her Station keeping (Stabat mater)
Go: John 19:25-27 or Luke 2:33-35

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2021

Ss. Cornelius, Pope and Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Prayers from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; Preface of Saints I-II/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 4th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 4:12-16
RP: Psalm 110(111):7-10
Go: Luke 7:36-50

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20
RP: Psalm 53(54):3-6, 8
R2: James 3:16-4:3
Go: Mark 9:30-37

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 24th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Robert Bellarmine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 24th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Hildegarde of Bingen, virgin and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. The Collect is not yet translated into English. In the interim, the Collect is taken from Common of one Virgin or the Common of Holy Women: For Nuns; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 24th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer from the Common of Virgins or Holy Women:For Nuns at Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 6:2-12
RP: Psalm 48(49):6-10, 17-20
Go: Luke 8:1-3

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Stigamata of our Holy Father St. Francis (Feast, Capuchin)

St. Albert of Jerusalem, Bishop and Lawgiver of the Carmelite Order (Feast, Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20
RP: Psalm 53(54):3-6, 8
R2: James 3:16-4:3
Go: Mark 9:30-37

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 24th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 24th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: 1 Timothy 6:13-16
RP: Psalm 99(100)
Go: Luke 8:4-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph of Copertino, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 2021

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 25th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20
RP: Psalm 53(54):3-6, 8
R2: James 3:16-4:3
Go: Mark 9:30-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

The proper memorial of St. Francis Mary of Camporosso, Religious (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 20 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. Andrew Kim Tae-gon, Priest, and Paul Chong Ha-sang, and their companions, Martyrs, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Martyrs I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 24th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Ezra 1:1-6
RP: Psalm 125(126)
Go: Luke 8:16-18

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I or II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday PsWk 1, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

R1: Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13
RP: Psalm 18|(19):2-5
Go: Matthew 9:9-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

WEDNESDAY, 22 SEPTEMBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 25th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Ezra 9:5-9
RP: Tobit 13:2,(3), 4, 6-8
Go: Luke 9:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. Joseph Calasanz Marqués and Enrico Saiz Aparicio, Priests, and 93 companions, Martyrs (memorial, Salesian)

Bl. Ignatius of Santhia, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 23 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio), Priest, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 25th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Haggai 1:1-8
RP: Psalm 149:1-6
Go: Luke 9:7-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Pius (Pio) of Pietrelcina, Priest (memorial, Capuchin; Incarnate Word)

FRIDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 26th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Numbers 11:25-29
RP: Psalm 18(19):8, 10, 12-14
R2: James 5:1-6
Go: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

World Day of Migrants and Refugees

Information: This day was begun by Pope St. Pius X in 1914 to pray for migrants, and formally instituted as Migrant Day by Benedict XV in 1914. In 2004, the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants extended the day to include Refugees. Pope John Paul II fixed it for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany in 2005, but in 2018 Pope Francis moved it to the last Sunday in September. The Holy Father used the occasion to call attention to the fact that the day was not only about migrants or refugees, but also vulnerable people at the margins of society, excluded or abandoned in any way.

“Through migrants, especially those who are most vulnerable, the Lord is calling us to conversion, to be set free from exclusivity, indifference and the throw-away culture."

Mass: If desired to focus on this theme, with the permission of the Bishop, the Mass may be taken from the Mass “For Refugees and Exiles” (Various Needs n. 32). However, the readings are used from the Sunday, and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable petitions might be included for migrants and those on the margins of society, especially in the situation of the Gulf; as well as for Christian to work for just, peaceful and equitable societies.

Liturgy: The diversity of migrant life can be shown in the choice of languages (e.g. multi-lingual celebrations), texts, hymns, etc. reflecting the diversity of migrant life. The Blessing for Travelers (Book of Blessings n. 620ff. especially nn. 631-632) can be adapted and used at special celebrations.

Activities: activities are encouraged that celebrate the diversity of migrant life in our parishes; focus on the plight of refugees and raising aid/awareness especially for basic necessities; focus on those on the excluded in our society and ways to assist them.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 25th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Haggai 1:15-2:9
RP: Psalm 43(44):1-4
Go: Luke 9:18-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Mark Criado, Priest and Martyr (memorial, Trinitarian)

SATURDAY, 25 SEPTEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 26th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Numbers 11:25-29
RP: Psalm 18(19):8, 10, 12-14
R2: James 5:1-6
Go: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

World Day of Migrants and Refugees

Information: This day was begun by Pope St. Pius X in 1914 to pray for migrants, and formally instituted as Migrant Day by Benedict XV in 1914. In 2004, the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants extended the day to include Refugees. Pope John Paul II fixed it for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany in 2005, but in 2018 Pope Francis moved it to the last Sunday in September. The Holy Father used the occasion to call attention to the fact that the day was not only about migrants or refugees, but also vulnerable people at the margins of society, excluded or abandoned in any way.

“Through migrants, especially those who are most vulnerable, the Lord is calling us to conversion, to be set free from exclusivity, indifference and the throw-away culture."

Mass: If desired to focus on this theme, with the permission of the Bishop, the Mass may be taken from the Mass “For Refugees and Exiles” (Various Needs n. 32). However, the readings are used from the Sunday, and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable petitions might be included for migrants and those on the margins of society, especially in the situation of the Gulf; as well as for Christian to work for just, peaceful and equitable societies.

Liturgy: The diversity of migrant life can be shown in the choice of languages (e.g. multi-lingual celebrations), texts, hymns, etc. reflecting the diversity of migrant life. The Blessing for Travelers (Book of Blessings n. 620ff. especially nn. 631-632) can be adapted and used at special celebrations.

Activities: activities are encouraged that celebrate the diversity of migrant life in our parishes; focus on the plight of refugees and raising aid/awareness especially for basic necessities; focus on those on the excluded in our society and ways to assist them.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 25th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 25th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Zechariah 2:5-9, 14-15
RP: Jeremiah 31:10-13
Go: Luke 9:43-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 26 SEPTEMBER 2021

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 26th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Numbers 11:25-29
RP: Psalm 18(19):8, 10, 12-14
R2: James 5:1-6
Go: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

World Day of Migrants and Refugees

Information: This day was begun by Pope St. Pius X in 1914 to pray for migrants, and formally instituted as Migrant Day by Benedict XV in 1914. In 2004, the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants extended the day to include Refugees. Pope John Paul II fixed it for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany in 2005, but in 2018 Pope Francis moved it to the last Sunday in September. The Holy Father used the occasion to call attention to the fact that the day was not only about migrants or refugees, but also vulnerable people at the margins of society, excluded or abandoned in any way.

“Through migrants, especially those who are most vulnerable, the Lord is calling us to conversion, to be set free from exclusivity, indifference and the throw-away culture."

Mass: If desired to focus on this theme, with the permission of the Bishop, the Mass may be taken from the Mass “For Refugees and Exiles” (Various Needs n. 32). However, the readings are used from the Sunday, and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable petitions might be included for migrants and those on the margins of society, especially in the situation of the Gulf; as well as for Christian to work for just, peaceful and equitable societies.

Liturgy: The diversity of migrant life can be shown in the choice of languages (e.g. multi-lingual celebrations), texts, hymns, etc. reflecting the diversity of migrant life. The Blessing for Travelers (Book of Blessings n. 620ff. especially nn. 631-632) can be adapted and used at special celebrations.

Activities: activities are encouraged that celebrate the diversity of migrant life in our parishes; focus on the plight of refugees and raising aid/awareness especially for basic necessities; focus on those on the excluded in our society and ways to assist them.

The optional memorial of Ss. Cosmas and Damian, Martyrs, and the proper optional memorial of Bl. Aurelio of Vinalesa, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 27 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. Vincent de Paul, Priest, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Zechariah 8:1-8
RP: Psalm 101(102):16-21, 29, 22-23
Go: Luke 9:46-50

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

TUESDAY, 28 SEPTEMBER 2021

Tuesday in the 26th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Wenceslas, Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Zechariah 8:20-23
RP: Psalm 86(87)
Go: Luke 9:51-56

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Simon de Rojas, Priest (memorial, Trinitarian)

Bl. Innocent of Berzo, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 29 SEPTEMBER 2021

Ss. Mchael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (nn. 28).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Wednesday PsWk 2, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Wednesday.

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 or Revelation 12:7-12
RP: Psalm 137(138):1-5
Go: John 1:47-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Sharjah: Titular Solemnity.

St. Michael the Archangel, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (n. 27/28).

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper. Night Prayer of Sunday II.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) are read.

R1: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
RP: Ps 137 (138):1-5
R2: Apocalypse (Revelation) 12:7-12
Go: John 1:47-51

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, on the preceding or following weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of the Archangels (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Archangels may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of St. Michael in Sharjah, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

THURSDAY, 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

St. Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Nehemiah 8:1-12
RP: Psalm 18(19):8-11
Go: Luke 10:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

October: Holy Rosary

Description of devotion
1. "The Rosary of the Virgin Mary, which gradually took form in the second millennium under the guidance of the Spirit of God, is a prayer loved by countless Saints and encouraged by the Magisterium. Simple yet profound, it still remains, at the dawn of this third millennium, a prayer of great significance, destined to bring forth a harvest of holiness." (Rosarium Virginis Mariae 1)
2. The Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christocentric prayer. In the sobriety of its elements, it has all the depth of the Gospel message in its entirety, of which it can be said to be a compendium. It is an echo of the prayer of Mary, her perennial Magnificat for the work of the redemptive Incarnation which began in her virginal womb. With the Rosary, the Christian people sits at the school of Mary and is led to contemplate the beauty on the face of Christ and to experience the depths of his love. Through the Rosary the faithful receive abundant grace, as though from the very hands of the Mother of the Redeemer.

The general suggestions given for Marian celebrations and months may be followed (see 'Marian celebrations').

Plenary Indulgence is obtained by the faithful who pray the rosary (5 decades, with meditation on the mysteries) in the family, church or other gathering of the faithful. (Manual 17.1). In other circumstances, the indulgence is partial.

Franciscan Crown rosary in honour of the Seven Joys of Mary may be occasionally prayed in churches with a strong Capuchin presence.

The rosary may be solemnized in public recitation, through the addition of hymns, Scripture passages, and prayers or meditations related to the mysteries.

Unity and diversity: public recitation of the rosary should focus on the unity in diversity of our parishes through occasional recitation in multiple languages, different cultural practices, etc.

Rosary and Eucharistic devotion: it is not forbidden to pray the rosary during Eucharistic Adoration since it is 'a prayer inspired by the Gospel and centered on the mystery of the Incarnation and the Redemption,' and 'a prayer of deep Christological orientation' that can 'direct the attention of the faithful to the worship of Christ the Lord. (cf. CDW 1997, Marialis Cultus 46) .

Promotion of the rosary as personal and family prayer should be undertaken in sermons, catechesis and pastoral visits to homes during this month .

Blessing of rosaries and their distribution may take place in a more solemn celebration, especially on October 7 or at the end of the month (cf. DPP 198, BB 1464).

The Rosary and the Liturgy complement each other. The liturgy presents anew the great mysteries of our Redemption. The rosary, by means of devout contemplation, recalls these same mysteries to the mind of the person praying and stimulates the will to draw from them the norms of living.Thus the rosary is an excellent preparation for the liturgy and prolongation of its mysteries (cf. Marialis Cultus 48).

FRIDAY, 1 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 27th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Genesis 2:18-24
RP: Psalm 127(128)
R2: Hebrews 2:9-11
Go: Mark 10:2-16 or 10:2-12

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Therese of the Child Jesus, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from the Proper of Saints; Preface of Virgins/ Saints I-II.

As St. Therese is Co-Patron of the Missions, the Mass may be celebrated with greater solemnity e.g. by adding the Gloria (cf. GIRM 53), a Prayer over the People (n. 27, 28) and/or proper readings from the Proper of Saints.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

N.B. To observe St. Therese with greater solemnity, readings may be taken from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

Weekday readings:

R1: Baruch 1:15-22
RP: Psalm 78(79):1-5, 8-9
Go: Luke 10:13-16

Accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: Isaiah 66:10-14
RP: Psalm 130(131)
Go: Matthew 18:1-5

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Therese of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church, Patron of Missions (Feast, Comboni, Carmelite)

St. Therese of the Child Jesus (memorial, Incarnate Word)

Salmiya and (optional) Abu Dhabi: Titular Solemnity.
Taiz: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

St. Therese of the Child Jesus, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of Virgins or of Saints I-II

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) or any suitable readings from the Common of Virgins or the Common of Holy Women:For Religious (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: Isaiah 66:10-14
RP: Psalm 130 (131)
R2: (any New Testament reading from the Common)
Go: Matthew 18:1-5

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, on the following Sunday (and Saturday obligation Masses), at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of St. Therese (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Therese may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the church of St. Therese in Salmiya, Taiz or Abu Dhabi and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

SATURDAY, 2 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 27th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Genesis 2:18-24
RP: Psalm 127(128)
R2: Hebrews 2:9-11
Go: Mark 10:2-16 or 10:2-12

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

The Holy Guardian Angels memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of the Angels.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials, with proper Morning Prayer and proper parts of Daytime Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 26th Saturday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Morning Prayer:all from the Proper.

Daytime Prayer: hymns, psalms and antiphons of Saturday PsWk 2, rest from Proper.

Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Daytime Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

N.B. The Gospel of this memorial is proper (in Proper of Saints). The other readings may be taken either from the weekday or from the accommodated readings of the Proper of Saints.

With weekday readings:

R1: Baruch 4:5-12, 27-29
RP: Psalm 68(69):33-37
Go: Matthew 18:1-5, 10

With accommodated readings: (Proper of Saints)

R1: Exodus 23:20-23
RP: Psalm 90(91):1-6, 10-11
Go: Matthew 18:1-5, 10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SUNDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2021

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 27th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Genesis 2:18-24
RP: Psalm 127(128)
R2: Hebrews 2:9-11
Go: Mark 10:2-16 or 10:2-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

MONDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2021

St. Francis of Assisi, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.

Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Jonah 1:1-2:1, 11 (N.B. Greek numbering is one verse ahead)
RP: Jonah 2:3-5, 8
Go: Luke 10:25-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Blessing of Animals

It is customary in many places to bless animals today. This blessing always takes place outside of Mass. Either the longer (BB 946-961) or shorter rite may be used.

Our Holy Father St. Francis of Assisi, Deacon and Founder (Solemnity, Capuchin)

St. Francis of Assisi, Deacon (Solemnity, FMCK)

St. Francis of Assisi (memorial, Incarnate Word)

Jebel Ali and Tawahi: Titular Solemnity.

St. Francis of Assisi, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of Saints I-II; optional Prayer over the People (n. 27/28)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of Saints. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of Saints. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) or any suitable readings from the Common of Holy Men:for religious (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: (any reading from the Common)
RP: Ps 15(16): 1-2, 5, 7-8, 11
R2: Galatians 6:14-18
Go: Matthew 11:25-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, on the preceding or following weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of St. Francis of Assisi (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Francis of Assisi may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the church of St. Francis in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi or Tawahi, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

TUESDAY, 5 OCTOBER 2021

Tuesday in the 27th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Faustina Kowalska, Religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect not yet available in English; in the interim, Collect from Common is used; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer from Common at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Jonah 3:1-10
RP: Psalm 129(130):1-4, 7-8
Go: Luke 10:38-42

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Albert Marvelli (opt. mem., Salesian)

Commemoration of the all the Deceased of the Franciscan Family (Capuchin)
This observance may also be celebrated by each local fraternity on another suitable day before Advent.

WEDNESDAY, 6 OCTOBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 27th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Bruno, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Jonah 4:1-11
RP: Psalm 85(86):3-6, 9-10
Go: Luke 11:1-4

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 7 OCTOBER 2021

Our Lady of the Rosary, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials, with proper Morning and Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 and Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Morning and Evening Prayer: all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from the Common.

Readings

R1: Malachi 3:13-20
RP: Psalm 1
Go: Luke 11:5-13

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Blessing of Rosaries

The blessing and dsitrbution of rosaries is especially appropriate today (cf. DPP 198, BB ), especially using the more solemn rite (Book of Blessings 1467ff., or shoter rite in 1482-1486).

Rosary Devotion

It is appropriate today to conduct iniatives to encourage the praying of the rosary, especially in families (e.g. through use of hymns, devotional aids, meditations on contemporary themes, Scripture passages, etc.). It is also fitting for parishes to conduct a more solemn praying of the rosary following the suggestions outlined in DPP 199. See also suggestions for month of October.

Our Lady of the Rosary, Titular (Feast, Rosary )

Doha: Titular Solemnity.

Our Lady of the Rosary, Titular of the church, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Creed; Preface of B.V. Mary I-II; optional Solemn Blessing of the B.V. Mary (n. 15)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper, else from Common of B.V. Mary. Te Deum is said. Complementary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Proper/Common of B.V. Mary. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings (from the Proper of Saints) or any suitable readings from the Common of B.V. Mary (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: Acts 1:12-14
RP: Luke 1:46-55
R2: (any reading from the Common)
Go: Luke 1:26-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, on the preceding or following weekend, at some or all Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of Our Lady of the Rosary (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of Our Lady of the Rosary may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

Indulgence: A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted to those who visit the parish church of Our Lady of the Rosary in Qatar, and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (Manual of Indulgences 33.5a).

FRIDAY, 8 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 28th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 28th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 7:7-11
RP: Psalm 89(90):12-17
R2: Hebrews 4:12-13
Go: Mark 10:17-30 or 10:17-27

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 27th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Joel 1:13-15; 2:1-2
RP: Psalm 9:2-3, 6, 16, 8-9
Go: Luke 11:15-26

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Our Lady of Good Remedy, Principal Patroness (Solemnity, Trinitarian)

SATURDAY, 9 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 28th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 7:7-11
RP: Psalm 89(90):12-17
R2: Hebrews 4:12-13
Go: Mark 10:17-30 or 10:17-27

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Denis, Bishop, and Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

St. John Leonardi, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 27th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 27th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 27th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Joel 4:12-21
RP: Psalm 96(97):1-2, 5-6, 11-12
Go: Luke 11:27-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2021

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 28th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 7:7-11
RP: Psalm 89(90):12-17
R2: Hebrews 4:12-13
Go: Mark 10:17-30 or 10:17-27

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

St. Daniel Comboni, Bishop and Founder (Solemnity, Comboni)

Jleeb-al-Shyoukh: Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop)

St. Daniel Comboni, Bishop, Patron of the parish, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Common of Saints (for Pastors, or Holy Men: for one Saint); Gloria; Creed; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II; optional Prayer over the People (n. 27/28)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the from Common of Saints (Pastors/Holy Men). Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer (with antiphon from Common), rest from the Common. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

The following readings are suggested by the Comboni Proper but any suitable readings from the Common of Pastors/Holy Men (Lectionary, Vol. II) may be selected.

R1: Isaiah 61:1-3 (Pastors n.6;II:1478)
RP: Psalm 95(96): 1-3, 7-8, 10 (Pastors n. 5, 7; II:1477/9)
R2: Galatians 6:14-16 (Holy Men n.6; II:1153)
Go: John 10:11-16 (Pastors n. 10; II:1498)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity : if desired, throughout this weekend, at Masses with the people, the priest may use the Mass of St. Daniel Comboni (cf. Universal Norms on the Calendar n. 58). In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Daniel Comboni may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

MONDAY, 11 OCTOBER 2021

Monday in the 28th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. John XXIII, Pope, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. The Collect (if not in missal) is as below; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

Proper Collect for Pope John XXIII

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 28th Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (see above) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 1:1-7
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: Luke 11:29-32

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

TUESDAY, 12 OCTOBER 2021

Tuesday in the 28th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 1:16-25
RP: Psalm 18(19):2-5
Go: Luke 11:37-41

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Seraphin of Montegranaro, Religious (memorial, Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 13 OCTOBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 28th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 2:1-11
RP: Psalm 61(62):2-3, 6-7, 9
Go: Luke 11:42-46

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Alexandrina Maria da Costa, Virgin (opt. mem., Salesian)

Bl. Honorat Kozminski, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 14 OCTOBER 2021

Thursday in the 28th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Callistus I, Pope and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 28th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 3:21-30
RP: Psalm 129(130):1-6
Go: Luke 11:47-54

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 53:10-11
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-5, 18-20, 22
R2: Hebrews 4:14-16
Go: Mark 10:35-45 or 10:42-45

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Virgins/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 28th Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 4:1-8
RP: Psalm 31(32):1-2, 5, 11
Go: Luke 12:1-7

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Our Mother St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church (Solemnity, Carmelite)

St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church (memorial, Incarnate Word)

SATURDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 53:10-11
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-5, 18-20, 22
R2: Hebrews 4:14-16
Go: Mark 10:35-45 or 10:42-45

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Hedwig, Religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 28th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 28th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 28th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 28th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Romans 4:13, 16-18
RP: Psalm 104(105):6-9, 42-43
Go: Luke 12:8-12 (incorrectly noted in some books as 12:9-12)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2021

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 29th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Isaiah 53:10-11
RP: Psalm 32(33):4-5, 18-20, 22
R2: Hebrews 4:14-16
Go: Mark 10:35-45 or 10:42-45

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The memorial of St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr, is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 18 OCTOBER 2021

St. Luke, Evangelist, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles II; optional Prayer over the People (nn. 18, 27, 28).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Monday PsWk 1, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Monday.

Readings

R1: 2 Timothy 4:10-17
RP: Psalm 144(145):10-13, 17-18
Go: Luke 10:1-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

TUESDAY, 19 OCTOBER 2021

Tuesday in the 29th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, and their Companions, Martyrs, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 29th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Paul of the Cross, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 29th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 5:12, 15, 17-21
RP: Psalm 39(40):7-10, 17
Go: Luke 12:35-38

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Peter of Alcantara, Priest (opt. mem., Capuchin)

WEDNESDAY, 20 OCTOBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 29th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 6:12-18
RP: Psalm 123(124)
Go: Luke 12:39-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Bl. David Okelo and Jildo Irwa, Martyrs (opt. mem., Comboni)

THURSDAY, 21 OCTOBER 2021

Thursday in the 29th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 6:19-23
RP: Psalm 1:1-4, 6
Go: Luke 12:49-53

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 22 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 30th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 31:7-9
RP: Psalm 125(126)
R2: Hebrews 5:1-6
Go: Mark 10:46-52

World Mission Sunday

Information: World Mission Sunday was instituted in 1922 by Pope Pius XI to encourage all the baptized to realize the missionary dimension of Christian life. The faithful are invited to be joyful witnesses of their Catholic faith, and also to support the work of spreading the Gospel both spiritually and materially.

Mass: the Mass “For the Evangelisation of Peoples” (Various Needs n. 18) may be used instead of the Mass of the Sunday; however, the readings of the Sunday are used and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intentions may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful for mission work, missionaries, catechumens and candidates, and/or newly evangelised Christians.

Liturgy: Blessing of Missionaries (Book of Blessings n. 451 ff.) Homilies and catechetical talks could address the mission-oriented baptismal call of every Christian and practical ways to be involved in evangelization amongst family and colleagues, particularly to lapsed/disaffected Catholics.

Devotions: the “World Mission Rosary”; the Novena/Holy Hour for the Missions (resources at Vatican website); prayer sponsorships for mission organizations, individual missionaries and/or people in a particular mission area

Activities: encourage parish groups and entities to think about evangelization especially in the Gulf context and deepen their baptismal vocation; financial support/solidarity for missionaries or mission projects or the Church in the developing world; promoting knowledge about different types of missionary activities, famous missionary saints, etc. ; formation and catechetical activities to develop knowledge of the Catholic faith and baptismal vocation.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 29th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. John Paul II, Pope, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect as below; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

Proper Collect for Pope John Paul II

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 29th Friday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (see above) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 7:18-25
RP: Psalm 118(119):66, 68, 76-77, 93-94
Go: Luke 12:54-59

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. John Paul II, Pope (memorial, Incarnate Word)

SATURDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 30th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 31:7-9
RP: Psalm 125(126)
R2: Hebrews 5:1-6
Go: Mark 10:46-52

World Mission Sunday

Information: World Mission Sunday was instituted in 1922 by Pope Pius XI to encourage all the baptized to realize the missionary dimension of Christian life. The faithful are invited to be joyful witnesses of their Catholic faith, and also to support the work of spreading the Gospel both spiritually and materially.

Mass: the Mass “For the Evangelisation of Peoples” (Various Needs n. 18) may be used instead of the Mass of the Sunday; however, the readings of the Sunday are used and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intentions may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful for mission work, missionaries, catechumens and candidates, and/or newly evangelised Christians.

Liturgy: Blessing of Missionaries (Book of Blessings n. 451 ff.) Homilies and catechetical talks could address the mission-oriented baptismal call of every Christian and practical ways to be involved in evangelization amongst family and colleagues, particularly to lapsed/disaffected Catholics.

Devotions: the “World Mission Rosary”; the Novena/Holy Hour for the Missions (resources at Vatican website); prayer sponsorships for mission organizations, individual missionaries and/or people in a particular mission area

Activities: encourage parish groups and entities to think about evangelization especially in the Gulf context and deepen their baptismal vocation; financial support/solidarity for missionaries or mission projects or the Church in the developing world; promoting knowledge about different types of missionary activities, famous missionary saints, etc. ; formation and catechetical activities to develop knowledge of the Catholic faith and baptismal vocation.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. John of Capistrano, Priest, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 29th Saturday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings and Morning Prayer.

Evening Prayer I of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 29th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 29th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 2. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Romans 8:1-11
RP: Psalm 23(24):1-6
Go: Luke 13:1-9

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Most Holy Redeemer (Feast, Trinitarian)

St. John of Capestrano, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 24 OCTOBER 2021

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 30th Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 30th Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 31:7-9
RP: Psalm 125(126)
R2: Hebrews 5:1-6
Go: Mark 10:46-52

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

World Mission Sunday

Information: World Mission Sunday was instituted in 1922 by Pope Pius XI to encourage all the baptized to realize the missionary dimension of Christian life. The faithful are invited to be joyful witnesses of their Catholic faith, and also to support the work of spreading the Gospel both spiritually and materially.

Mass: the Mass “For the Evangelisation of Peoples” (Various Needs n. 18) may be used instead of the Mass of the Sunday; however, the readings of the Sunday are used and green vestments are worn.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intentions may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful for mission work, missionaries, catechumens and candidates, and/or newly evangelised Christians.

Liturgy: Blessing of Missionaries (Book of Blessings n. 451 ff.) Homilies and catechetical talks could address the mission-oriented baptismal call of every Christian and practical ways to be involved in evangelization amongst family and colleagues, particularly to lapsed/disaffected Catholics.

Devotions: the “World Mission Rosary”; the Novena/Holy Hour for the Missions (resources at Vatican website); prayer sponsorships for mission organizations, individual missionaries and/or people in a particular mission area

Activities: encourage parish groups and entities to think about evangelization especially in the Gulf context and deepen their baptismal vocation; financial support/solidarity for missionaries or mission projects or the Church in the developing world; promoting knowledge about different types of missionary activities, famous missionary saints, etc. ; formation and catechetical activities to develop knowledge of the Catholic faith and baptismal vocation.

The optional memorial of St. Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop, and the proper optional memorial of St. Louis Guanella, Priest (Salesian) are omitted this year.

Parish of St. Arethas (AVONA): Patronal External Solemnity (by permission of the Bishop).

St. Arethas and Companions, Martyrs of Najran, Patrons of the parish, External Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of the Solemnity. All from the Common of Martyrs; Gloria; Creed; Preface of Martyrs I-II; optional Prayer over the People (n. 27/28)

HOURS:

At Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of Martyrs. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from the Common of Martyrs. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

Any suitable readings (First Reading, Psalm, Second Reading, Gospel) from the Common of Martyrs may be selected.

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology):No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Notes on the Solemnity

External Solemnity: If desired, Masses of St. Arethas and Companions may be used for the entire weekend. In the Liturgy of the Hours celebrated with the people on those days, the texts of St. Arethas may also be used instead of the texts of the day. (GILH 245)

MONDAY, 25 OCTOBER 2021

Monday in the 30th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 8:12-17
RP: Psalm 67(68):2, 4, 6-7, 20-21
Go: Luke 13:10-17

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Maria Jesus Farragut and Companions, Virgin Martyrs (opt. mem., Capuchin)

TUESDAY, 26 OCTOBER 2021

Tuesday in the 30th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 8:18-25
RP: Psalm 126(127):1-6
Go: Luke 13:18-21

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 27 OCTOBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 30th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 8:26-30
RP: Psalm 12(13):4-6
Go: Luke 13:22-30

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2021

Ss. Simon and Jude, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I or II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Thursday PsWk 2, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Thursday.

Readings

R1: Ephesians 2:19-22
RP: Psalm 18(19):2-5
Go: Luke 6:12-16

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

FRIDAY, 29 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

AVONA: 31st Sunday

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 31st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 6:2-6
RP: Psalm 17(18):2-4, 47, 51
R2: Hebrews 7:23-28
Go: Mark 12:28-34

AVOSA: Dedication of the Church

Dedication of All the Churches of the Vicariate, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 33.1.6: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 30th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 9:1-5
RP: Psalm 147:12-15, 19-20
Go: Luke 14:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Michael Rua, Priest (memorial, Salesian)

SATURDAY, 30 OCTOBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

AVONA: 31st Sunday

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 31st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 6:2-6
RP: Psalm 17(18):2-4, 47, 51
R2: Hebrews 7:23-28
Go: Mark 12:28-34

AVOSA: Dedication of the Church

Dedication of All the Churches of the Vicariate, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 33.1.6: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 30th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

AVONA: Evening Prayer I of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

AVOSA: Evening Prayer I of the Dedication of the Church; all from the Common.

or:

Saturday in the 30th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

AVONA: Evening Prayer I of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 3. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

AVOSA: Evening Prayer I of the Dedication of the Church; all from the Common.

Readings

R1: Romans 11:1-2, 11-12, 25-29
RP: Psalm 93(94):12-15, 17-18
Go: Luke 14:1, 7-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Maria Teresa Tauscher, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 31 OCTOBER 2021

AVONA: 31st Sunday

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 31st Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the 31st Sunday in the Proper of Seasons. Evening Prayer I of All Saints. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

R1: Deuteronomy 6:2-6
RP: Psalm 17(18):2-4, 47, 51
R2: Hebrews 7:23-28
Go: Mark 12:28-34

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

AVOSA: Dedication of the Church

Dedication of All the Churches of the Vicariate, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass from the Common of Dedication of Churches (Inside the Dedicated Church); Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of Dedication (n.19, also printed in situ).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of the Church. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Common. Evening Prayer I of All Saints. Night Prayer I of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

N.B.: Readings may be found in the Common of Dedication of the Church III: Anniversary. The following readings are suggested, but others from the Common may be chosen.

R1: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
R2: 1 Peter 2:4-9 or Ephesians 2:19-22
Go: John 4:19-24

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 33.1.6: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit a church or altar on the day of dedication and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed.

The proper memorial of St. Angelo of Acri, Priest (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

November: Saints and Souls

Description of devotion
1. The Church has always included in the annual cycle the cult of the martyrs and other saints. Raised up to perfection by the manifold grace of God and already in possession of eternal salvation, they sing God's perfect praise in heaven and pray for us. By celebrating their anniversaries, the Church proclaims the achievement of the paschal mystery in the saints who have suffered and who have been glorified with Christ. She proposes them to the faithful as examples who draw all men to the Father through Christ, and through their merits she begs God's favours.The ultimate object of veneration of the Saints is the glory of God and the sanctification of human beings by conforming one's life fully to the divine will and by imitating the virtue of those who were preeminent disciples of the Lord. (DPP 208-209)
2. The just encounter God in death. He calls them to himself so as to share eternal life with them. No one, however, can be received into God's friendship and intimacy without having been purified of the consequences of personal sin... hence derives the pious custom of suffrage for the souls of the faithful departed, which is an urgent supplication of God to have mercy on the souls of the dead, to purify them by the fire of His charity, and to bring them to His kingdom of light and life. This suffrage is a cultic expression of faith in the communion of saints.These consist, primarily, in the celebration of the holy sacrifice of the Eucharist, and in other pious exercises, such as prayers for the dead, alms deeds, works of mercy, and the application of indulgences to the souls of the faithful departed. (DPP 251)

Masses: use of the daily Mass for the Dead or the Votive Mass of All Saints, when allowed by the rubric. A Mass for the souls of all parishioners and benefactors who have passed away within the preceding year (or other suitable period of time) is also encouraged.

Devotions on all or particular weekdays, praying for the Dead. This might include parts of the Office of the Dead, or various psalms and prayers from the Order of Christian Funerals, Part IV, novenas for the dead, or other devotions .

A particular place may be set up in churches to receive intentions for the departed souls, and encourage prayer for them.

The recitation of Psalm 129 (130) (Out of the depths) after the rosary or the Angelus with the invocation Eternal rest.

Suffrage for the departed such as almsgiving, works of mercy and prayer for the souls.

Visits to cemetery: to pray for the departed, especially between Nov 1 and Nov 8. When possible, a procession in the cemetery with the Litany of Saints for the departed, and other prayers with the blessing of graves may take place. The Order for Visiting a Cemetery (BB 1739-1753) or the rite of the Ceremonial of Bishopsshould be followed.

Litany of Saints may be prayed in this month, especially after the rosary or other devotions .

A Plenary Indulgence for the souls in purgatory is granted to the faithful who visit a cemetery on any and each day between November 1 and November 8 and pray for the departed; at other times, the indulgence is partial. A partial indulgence for the souls of the departed is also granted for invocations such as Eternal Rest or the praying of Lauds (Morning Prayer) and Vespers (Evening Prayer) from the Office of the Dead.

MONDAY, 1 NOVEMBER 2021

All Saints, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Saints; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing of All Saints (n. 18).

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints. Te Deum is said. Complimentary Psalms at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday for Solemnities.

Readings

R1: Apocalypse (Revelation) 7:2-4, 9-14
RP: Psalm 23(24):1-6
R2: 1 John 3:1-3
Go: Matthew 5:1-12

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Litany of Saints

Outside Mass: greater public use may be made of the Litany of Saints in this month instead of other litanies (e.g. before rosary)

Joined with Mass: if the Litany is joined with Mass, it should replace the introductory rites. After the sign of the Cross and the greeting, the priest says a suitable Collect in honour of the saints (e.g. from the Common), then the Litany begins. While the Litany is sung, the procession moves to the altar. When the priest reaches the altar, he kisses (and incenses) it, then he goes to the chair. Mass continues with the Glory to God and the Collect.

Devotions and Activities

Preaching: The doctrine of the communion of saints, especially the legitimacy of seeking their prayers should be carefully explained to the faithful (DPP 208-212).

Devotions: Display and Veneration of the relics and images of the saints is particularly appropriate for this day. Processions of images and relics may also take place outside of Mass.

Activities: Activities may highlight particular saints such as apostles, preachers of faith, newly canonized or beatified saints, patrons, particular categories (e.g. youth) that show the "universal vocation to holiness". Activities are encouraged that increase knowledge about the saints, foster devotion to them and promote imitation of their lives or specific virtues.

TUESDAY, 2 NOVEMBER 2021

Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day)

MASS:

Mass of Solemn Commemoration. Any of the 3 Masses provided in the Proper of Saints may be used, or any other Mass of the Dead. Preface of Dead I-V; optional Solemn Blessing of Dead (n.20).

HOURS:

Hours are from the Office of the Dead. However, the Second Reading at the Office of Readings and the Concluding Prayer are taken from November 2 (Proper of Saints).

Readings

N.B. The following readings are printed for convenience in the lectionary.However, any combination of readings from the Masses of the Dead (Lectionary Volume III) may be chosen instead.

R1: Isaiah 25:6-9
RP: Psalm 26(27):1, 4, 7-9, 13-14
R2: Romans 5:5-11
Go: Mark 15:33-39; 16:1-6

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Liturgical Note

Decoration: The altar should not be decorated with flowers. Musical instruments are permitted only if necessary to sustain singing. (CE 397, Musicam Sacram 66).

Trination: All priests are allowed to celebrate or concelebrate 3 Masses on this day (cf. GIRM 204). The first Mass is for the priest's intention, the second for all the faithful departed, and the third for the intention of the Pope. A stipend may only be taken for one Mass.

Mass: It is not necessary that all 3 formularies of the missal be used consecutively – any of the formuaries may be chosen for any Mass today and/or a particular formulary repeated.

Blessing of Graves: A procession in the cemetery with the Litany of Saints for the departed, and other prayers with the blessing of graves may take place. The Order for Visiting a Cemetery (BB 1739-1753) should be followed; or the rite given in the Ceremonial of Bishops

Preaching: Pastors of souls may offer instruction on avoiding practices involving divination, reincarnation, dreams, and denial of the immortality of the soul or hope of the resurrection (DPP 258). They may also encourage alms, works of mercy, fasting, gaining indulgences for the dead, daily recitation of prayers or invocations for the dead [at the Angelus, rosary and prayers before meals] and other forms of piety especially in the month of November (DPP 260).

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 29: A plenary indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, is granted to the faithful who on:

All Souls Day: devoutly visit a church or oratory and recite an Our Father and the Creed.

November 1-8 : devoutly visit a cemetery and pray, if only mentally, for the departed. The indulgence is gained once for each day on which a visit is made.

WEDNESDAY, 3 NOVEMBER 2021

Wednesday memorial of St. Joseph, votive

MASS:

Votive Mass from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1; proper Preface of St. Joseph.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

The Office of the day is celebrated. But if desired, especially in celebrations with the people, a Votive Office may be celebrated of St. Joseph as explained under Info -> Liturgical Information -> Arrangement of Divine Office -> Secondary Votive.

In this case, the Office is arranged similar to memorials, with the parts for the saint taken from March 19 or May 1.

or:

Wednesday in the 31st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Martin de Porres, Religious, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 31st Wednesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 13:8-10
RP: Psalm 111(112):1-2, 4-5, 9
Go: Luke 14:25-33

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 4 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Charles Borromeo, Bishop memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Prayers from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 31st Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Romans 14:7-12
RP: Psalm 26(27):1-4, 13-14
Go: Luke 15:1-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Felix of Valois, Priest (memorial, Trinitarian)

FRIDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 1 Kings 17:10-16
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: Hebrews 9:24-28
Go: Mark 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 31st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Romans 15:14-21
RP: Psalm 97(98):1-4
Go: Luke 16:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Commemoration of departed confreres, relatives and benefactors (Comboni)

SATURDAY, 6 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: 1 Kings 17:10-16
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: Hebrews 9:24-28
Go: Mark 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 31st Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 31st week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 3)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 4. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Romans 16:3-9, 16, 22-27
RP: Psalm 144(145):2-5, 10-11
Go: Luke 16:9-15

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Andres of Palazuelo and Companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Capuchin)

Bl. Frederick of Berga and Companions, Martyrs (opt. mem., Capuchin)

St. Nuno of St. Mary, Religious (opt. mem., Carmelite)

SUNDAY, 7 NOVEMBER 2021

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 32nd Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: 1 Kings 17:10-16
RP: Psalm 145(146):7-10
R2: Hebrews 9:24-28
Go: Mark 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

The proper optional memorial of Bl. Francis Palau y Quer (Carmelite) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2021

Commemoration of the departed Clergy and Religious of the Vicariate

MASS:

Any suitable Mass for the Dead "For Several Deceased Persons"; Preface of the Dead I-V.

The Collects and/or other prayers of the Mass may be replaced by the Votive Collects of the Dead given in Section IV of the Masses of the Dead, such as for Priests (IV.3), Religious (IV.5) or those who worked in service of the Gospel (IV.6).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

The Office of the Dead is prayed today.

The Office of the Dead may be prayed in one of two ways:

(a) all Hours are taken from the Office of the Dead
or:
(b)the Office of the Dead is celebrated in the same way as a memorial i.e.
— at the Office of Readings, the psalms of Monday Week 4 are used. Reading 1 from the 32nd Monday in Ord. Time. The rest is from the Office of the Dead.
— At Morning/Evening Prayer, the psalms are from Monday Week 4, the rest from the Office of the Dead.
— Prayer during the Day and Night Prayer are taken from the weekday, not the Office of the Dead.

Readings

N.B. The readings are taken from the Mass of the Dead (Lectionary Vol. III). Either the suggested readings, or any other readings from the Masses of the Dead may be used.
R1: Daniel 12:1-3 (n.6) or Romans 14:7-12 (n.6)
RP: Psalm 83(84):3-5, 10-11
Go: John 12:23-28 (n.16) or John 17:24-26 (n.18)

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Elizabeth Catez, Virgin (opt. mem., Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 2021

Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; proper Preface; optional Solemn Blessing for the Dedication of a Church (n. 19).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Common of the Dedication of a Church. Te Deum is said. Psalms(and antiphons) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday PsWk 4, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

N.B. Since this Feast occurs on a weekday, there is only 1 reading before the psalm. A choice is made between the First and Second Reading.

R1: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 or 1 Corinthians 3:9-11, 16-17
RP: Psalm 45(46):2-3, 5-6, 8-9
Go: John 2:13-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 33.1.3d: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit the cathedral of St. Joseph in Abu Dhabi, or the cathedral of the Holy Family in Kuwait, and there devoutly recite an Our Father and the Creed

WEDNESDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 32nd Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 6:1-11
RP: Psalm 81(82):3-4, 6-7
Go: Luke 17:11-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Martin of Tours, Bishop, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Saints I-II/Pastors/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials, with proper Morning and Evening Prayer.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 32nd Thursday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 and Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints).

Morning and Evening Prayer: all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from the Common of Pastors.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 7:22-8:1
RP: Psalm 118(119):89-91, 130, 135, 175
Go: Luke 17:20-25

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

FRIDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 33rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Daniel 12:1-3 (incorrect notation in some books:1-13)
RP: Psalm 15(16):5, 8-11
R2: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18
Go: Mark 13:24-32

World Day of the Poor

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2016 at the conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, as a way “to prepare for the celebration of the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, who identified with the little ones and the poor and who will judge us on our works of mercy.” The Holy Father intends that this day be a form of new evangelization and witness to mercy, and called for reflection on poverty as the heart of the Gospel and its alleviation as key to justice and social peace.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for the alleviation of spiritual and material poverty, and a conversion of lifestyle from all the baptized, around in the world and in the parish.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and offer tangible and personal help – spiritual and material – to the poor in our communities; individual and/or communal performance of spiritual and corporal works of mercy.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

St. Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 32nd Friday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 13:1-9
RP: Psalm 18(19):2-5
Go: Luke 17:26-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

SATURDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 33rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

Readings

R1: Daniel 12:1-3 (incorrect notation in some books:1-13)
RP: Psalm 15(16):5, 8-11
R2: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18
Go: Mark 13:24-32

World Day of the Poor

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2016 at the conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, as a way “to prepare for the celebration of the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, who identified with the little ones and the poor and who will judge us on our works of mercy.” The Holy Father intends that this day be a form of new evangelization and witness to mercy, and called for reflection on poverty as the heart of the Gospel and its alleviation as key to justice and social peace.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for the alleviation of spiritual and material poverty, and a conversion of lifestyle from all the baptized, around in the world and in the parish.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and offer tangible and personal help – spiritual and material – to the poor in our communities; individual and/or communal performance of spiritual and corporal works of mercy.

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 32nd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

or:

Saturday in the 32nd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 4)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Psalm Week 1. Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer from the Sunday, rest from Psalter.

Readings

R1: Wisdom 18:14-16; 19:6-9
RP: Psalm 104(105):2-3, 36-37, 42-43
Go: Luke 18:1-8

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Artemides Zatti, Religious (memorial, Salesian)

All Saints of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity (Feast, Trinitarian)

SUNDAY, 14 NOVEMBER 2021

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS:

Mass of 33rd Sunday (Proper of Seasons); Gloria;Creed; Preface of Sundays I-VIII; optional Solemn Blessing for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays in Ordinary Time.

All from the Psalter, but readings at Office of Readings, Benedictus/Magnificat antiphons and Concluding Prayer from the 33rd Sunday in the Proper of Seasons.

Readings

R1: Daniel 12:1-3 (incorrect notation in some books:1-13)
RP: Psalm 15(16):5, 8-11
R2: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18
Go: Mark 13:24-32

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

World Day of the Poor

Information: This day was established by Pope Francis in 2016 at the conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, as a way “to prepare for the celebration of the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, who identified with the little ones and the poor and who will judge us on our works of mercy.” The Holy Father intends that this day be a form of new evangelization and witness to mercy, and called for reflection on poverty as the heart of the Gospel and its alleviation as key to justice and social peace.

Prayer of the Faithful: suitable intention for the alleviation of spiritual and material poverty, and a conversion of lifestyle from all the baptized, around in the world and in the parish.

Activities: activities and initiatives that highlight and offer tangible and personal help – spiritual and material – to the poor in our communities; individual and/or communal performance of spiritual and corporal works of mercy.

The proper memorial of St. Nicholas Tavelic and Companions, Priests and Martyrs (Capuchin) and the proper Feast of All Saints of the Carmelite Order (Carmelite) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 15 NOVEMBER 2021

Monday in the 33rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 33rd Monday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Maccabees 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63
RP: Psalm 118(119):53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158
Go: Luke 18:35-43

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Madeleine Morano, Virgin (opt. mem., Salesian)

Commemoration of all the Deceased of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity (transferred from yesterday, Trinitarian)

Commemoration of all the Departed of the Carmelite Order (Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 16 NOVEMBER 2021

Tuesday in the 33rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Margaret of Scotland, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 33rd Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Gertrude, Virgin, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 33rd Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 2 Maccabees 6:18-31
RP: Psalm 3:2-7
Go: Luke 19:1-10

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

WEDNESDAY, 17 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 33rd Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 2 Maccabees 7:1, 20-31
RP: Psalm 16(17):1, 5-6, 8, 15
Go: Luke 19:11-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Patron of the Secular Franciscan Order (Feast, Capuchin)

THURSDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2021

Thursday in the 33rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

Dedication of the Basilicas of Ss. Peter and Paul, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Apostles I-II.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 33rd Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: 1 Maccabees 2:15-29
RP: Psalm 49(50):1-2, 5-6, 14-15
Go: Luke 9:41-44

For the Dedication of the Basilicas of Ss. Peter and Paul: (all readings are proper, from the Proper of Saints)
R1: Acts 28:11-16, 30-31
RP: Psalms 97(98):1-6
Go: Matthew 14:22-33

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Oman National Day

Mass: A special Mass may be celebrated, if desired. The Various Needs Collect n. 21 "For the Nation" (or n. 22, 23) may be used. The other prayers of the Mass may be taken from either:
(a) the weekday Mass, Common Preface IV.
(b) / the Mass For Giving Thanks to God in Various Needs n. 49B, Common Preface IV.

Prayer of the Faithful: A petition may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful, if said.

Outside of Mass: the Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings nn. 1969-1979) may be followed, substituting the intercessions with the hymn Te Deum (Holy God we praise thy name or another vernacular paraphrase) or the Magnificat. If desired, the concluding prayer may be replaced by a suitable from the Roman Missal such as Various Needs n. 21 ("For the Nation"), n.22 ("For those in public office") or n.23("For the Ruler").

Other patriotic manifestations: Other patriotic manifestations (e.g. national anthem, flag-hoisting, etc.) should, as a rule, take place outside of Mass and preferably outside the church building, which should be reserved for ceremonies of a sacred character. Within a church, consideration should be given to using sung texts of a religious character, asking for the divine blessing on/guidance for the nation.

FRIDAY, 19 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n. 7, 23)

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:13-14
RP: Psalm 92(93):1-2, 5
R2: Revelation 1:5-8
Go: John 18:33-37

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who on the solemnity of Christ the King publicly recite the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King (Most sweet Jesus, Redeemer of the human race).

Procession

Where customary, a procession may fittingly take place to honour Christ the King. If the procession is Eucharistic in character, and held after a Mass, the Host to be carried in the procession is consecrated during that Mass. After Communion, the monstrance in which the consecrated Host has been placed is set on the altar. When the Prayer after Communion has been said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. The priest wears a cope for a procession: if the procession takes place immediately after Mass, he may wear the chasuble.

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on the 19th of every month (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 33rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: 1 Maccabees 4:36-37, 52-59
RP: 1 Chronicles 29:10-12
Go: Luke 19:45-48

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Marie-Alphonsine Ghattas, Virgin and Founder (Solemnity, Rosary )

St. Raphael Kalinowski, Priest (memorial, Carmelite)

SATURDAY, 20 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n. 7, 23)

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:13-14
RP: Psalm 92(93):1-2, 5
R2: Revelation 1:5-8
Go: John 18:33-37

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who on the solemnity of Christ the King publicly recite the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King (Most sweet Jesus, Redeemer of the human race).

Procession

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 33rd Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

or:

Saturday in the 33rd week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King. All from the Solemnity (Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: 1 Maccabees 6:1-13
RP: Psalm 9:2-3, 4, 6, 16, 19
Go: Luke 20:27-40

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

SUNDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2021

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Solemnity

MASS:

Mass of Solemnity. All from the Proper of Seasons; Gloria;Creed; proper Preface; optional Prayer over the People (suggested: n. 7, 23)

HOURS:

Hours as on Solemnities.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Seasons. Te Deum is said. Psalms of Sunday Week 1 at Daytime Prayer, rest from Proper. Night Prayer II of Sunday.

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:13-14
RP: Psalm 92(93):1-2, 5
R2: Revelation 1:5-8
Go: John 18:33-37

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who on the solemnity of Christ the King publicly recite the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King (Most sweet Jesus, Redeemer of the human race).

Procession

The memorial of the Presentation of the B.V. Mary is omitted this year.

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Titular (Solemnity, FMCK)

MONDAY, 22 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr, memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of MartyrsI-II/Virgins/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 34th Monday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Proper.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Daniel 1:1-6, 8-20
RP: Daniel 3:52-56
Go: Luke 21:1-4

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Plenary Indulgence

Manual 2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who on the solemnity of Christ the King publicly recite the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King (Most sweet Jesus, Redeemer of the human race).

Blessing of Musicians

Musicians may be blessed today, using the rite in the Book of Blessings 1835-1854 (within Mass) or 1855-1870 (outside Mass).

TUESDAY, 23 NOVEMBER 2021

Tuesday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 34th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

or:

St. Columban, Abbot, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Pastors/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 34th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Proper of Saints).
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Daniel 2:31-45
RP: Daniel 3:57-61
Go: Luke 21:5-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

Bl. Miguel Augustin Pro, Priest and Martyr (opt. mem., Incarnate Word)

WEDNESDAY, 24 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs memorial

MASS:

Mass of memorial. All from Proper of Saints; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 34th Wednesday in Ord. Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Daniel 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28
RP: Daniel 3:62-67
Go: Luke 21:12-19

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

St. Joseph Indulgence

A plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Papal intention) is granted who pray any legitimately approved prayer or act of piety in honour of St. Joseph (e.g. the prayer "To you, O blessed Joseph" by Leo XIII) on Wednesdays, the day dedicated to St. Joseph in the Latin tradition (Decree Ap. Pen. 8.12.20 ).

THURSDAY, 25 NOVEMBER 2021

Thursday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th week in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

or:

St. Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin and Martyr, opt. mem.

MASS:

Mass of memorial. Collect from Proper of Saints; antiphons from Common; rest from Common or weekday; Preface of Martyrs I-II/Saints I-II/Common Preface I-VI.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings, Reading 1 from 34th Thursday in Ordinary Time, Reading 2 of memorial (Supplement to Proper of Saints). If no Supplement available, then Reading 2 from weekday (or, if desired, from Common) with responsory from Common.
Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from the Common.
Concluding Prayer of memorial (Proper of Saints, Roman Missal) at Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer.

Readings

R1: Daniel 6:12-28
RP: Daniel 3:68-74
Go: Luke 21:20-28

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

FRIDAY, 26 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 33:14-16
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-5,8-9,10,14
R2: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2
Go: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Friday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter, but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:2-14
RP: Daniel 3:75-81
Go: Luke 21:29-33

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Leonard of Port-Maurice, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

SATURDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 2021

At Obligatory Masses:

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 33:14-16
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-5,8-9,10,14
R2: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2
Go: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

Daily (Non-obligatory) Mass and Hours

Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary, opt. mem.

MASS:

any Mass from the Common/Votive Masses of the Virgin Mary; Preface of the B.V. Mary I-II

or: any appropriate Mass from the Marian Sacramentary (Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary); corresponding proper Preface.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on memorials.

At Office of Readings and Morning Prayer, from the Saturday Memorial of the B.V. Mary. Reading 1 from 34th Saturday in Ordinary Time.

Evening Prayer I of the 1st Sunday of Advent.

or:

Saturday in the 34th week of Ord. Time

MASS:

Mass of the 34th Sunday in Ordinary Time, or any Ord. Time Sunday; Common Preface I-VI.

or: any Mass of choice (see "Permitted Masses").

HOURS: (Psalm Week 2)

Hours as on Ordinary Time weekdays.

All from the Psalter but Readings and Concluding Prayer at Office of Readings are taken from Ord. Time weekday.

Evening Prayer I of the First Sunday of Advent.

Readings

R1: Daniel 7:15-27
RP: Daniel 3:82-87
Go: Luke 21:34-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: Any

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): Any

Votive: Any

St. Francis Anthony Fasani, Priest (memorial, Capuchin)

SUNDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2021

1st Sunday of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the 1st Sunday of Advent (Proper of Seasons); Gloria omitted;Creed; Preface of Advent I; optional Solemn Blessing of Advent (n.1).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Sundays of Advent.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter (with proper antiphons), rest from the 1st Sunday of Advent (in Proper of Seasons). Te Deum is said.

Readings

R1: Jeremiah 33:14-16
RP: Psalm 24(25):4-5,8-9,10,14
R2: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2
Go: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): No

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): No

Dead: No

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): No

Votive: No

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Information: The blessing of the Advent Wreath (a circle of everygreen branches with 4 candles, each lit on a Sunday of Advent) may take place on the First Sunday of Advent.

Blessing: The Advent Wreath may either be blessed within Mass after the Prayers of the Faithful (Book of Blessings 1519-1520) or with the Shorter Rite before Mass (Book of Blessings 1537-1540)

Location: "The Advent Wreath ... may be suspended from the ceiling or placed on a stand. If it is placed in the presbyterium, it should not interfere with the celebration of the liturgy, nor should it obscure the altar, lectern, or chair." (Book of Blessings 1512)

The proper optional memorial of St. James of the March, Priest (Capuchin) is omitted this year.

MONDAY, 29 NOVEMBER 2021

Monday in the 1st week of Advent

MASS:

Mass of the Advent weekday (Proper of Seasons); Preface of Advent I.

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Advent weekdays.

At all hours, psalms from the Psalter, rest from the Advent weekday (in Proper of Seasons).

Readings

R1: Isaiah 2:1-5
RP: Psalm 121(122):1-2, 4-5, 6-9
Go: Matthew 8:5-11

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): Yes

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral, Final Burial, News of Death, First Anniversary

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

Votive: with Bishop's permission; or pastoral judgement of celebrant/rector

All Saints of the Franciscan Family (Feast, Capuchin)

Bb. Denis, Priest, and Redemptus, Religious, Martyrs (opt. mem., Carmelite)

TUESDAY, 30 NOVEMBER 2021

St. Andrew the Apostle, Feast

MASS:

Mass of Feast, from the Proper of Saints; Gloria; Preface of Apostles I or II; optional Solemn Blessing of the Apostles (n. 17).

HOURS: (Psalm Week 1)

Hours as on Feasts.
At Office of Readings, Morning and Evening Prayer, all (including psalms) from the Proper of Saints, else from Common. Te Deum is said. Psalms(antiphon of Advent) at Daytime prayer from Tuesday PsWk 1, rest from Common. Night Prayer of Tuesday.

Readings

R1: Romans 10:9-18
RP: Psalm 18(19):2-5
Go: Matthew 4:18-22

Permitted Masses

Other Saints of the day (from the Martyrology): with Bishop's permission

Ritual (e.g. Confirmation, Marriage): Yes

Dead: only Funeral

Various Needs (e.g. Anniversaries): with Bishop's permission

Votive: with Bishop's permission

ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION

Regulations

Pandemic Regulations:
1. Obligations of Mass attendance and Paschal Precept are lifted for 2020-2021 as long as civil restrictions of pandemic continue. Canonical (but not moral) obligation of yearly confession is likewise suspended. The faithful are reminded to keep Sunday holy through prayer (cf. Bishop's Pastoral Letter of 6 August 2020)
2. Where individual confession is not possible because of civil restrictions, priests are allowed to give General Absolution immediately before all Masses (or at least the principal Masses) of one week in a month, with prior notice to the faithful. The conditions and rite given in the Bishop's Letter to Clergy on 16 July 2020 are followed. The absolution should be given by a priest other than the celebrant (if available), and not wearing Mass vestments.
  
  If there is a pastoral need for a wider faculty, priests may contact the Bishop.
3. The faculty for Confirmation is to be sought from the Bishop in order to confirm any faithful who have been prepared.
4. The obligation for weekly penitential observance on Wednesdays remains in force; however, in Lent, priests may commute fasting and abstinence to another possible penance/prayer for the faithful in economic hardship.

Holy Days of Obligation:
- Sundays or (where decided) Fridays
- The Nativity of the Lord (December 25)
- The Assumption of the B.V. Mary (August 15).
- Mary, Mother of God (January 1) [AVONA]
On these days, the faithful are obliged to participate in Mass, and abstain from works that hinder divine worship, the joy proper to the Lord's day or suitable relaxation of mind and body (C.I.C. 1247). Parish priests are obliged to offer Mass 'pro populo' (for the people of the parish) or (when impeded) have another priest celebrate Mass for this intention, or celebrate it themselves on another day (C.I.C. 534).

Special Celebration Days: on which the faithful are encouraged to participate in the celebration of Mass
- Immaculate Conception of the B.V. Mary (December 9)
- Mary, Mother of God (January 1) [AVOSA]
- Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral (AVONA: March 16; AVOSA: February 25).
- St. Joseph (March 19)
- Sacred Heart (June 11)
- Ss. Peter and Paul (June 29)
- All Saints Day (November 1)
- Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church (AVOSA October 31)

Observances transferred to Sundays:
- Epiphany of the Lord
- Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
- Ascension of the Lord

Observances which may be solemnized on Sundays (External Solemnity):
- Our Lady of Arabia [AVONA]
- Ss. Peter and Paul [AVOSA]
- Any Solemnity occuring on a weekday in Ordinary Time (e.g. Parish Titular)
- Any Feast of the Lord (General Calendar) occuring on a weekday in Ordinary Time

Fasting is prescribed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday for the faithful from the completion of the 18th year of age and up to the beginning of the 60th year. One meal a day is eaten. A smaller quantity of food may be taken at two other times in the day to maintain strength.

Abstinence from meat (milk products, eggs or animal fat not included) applies to those who have completed 14 years of age. It is prescribed for Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and (in the Vicariates) every Wednesday that is not a Solemnity. Outside of Lent, abstinence from meat can be substituted by another act of penance, such as prayer or a work of charity.

During Lenten weekdays and special Days of Prayer, abstinence from meat, almsgiving, fasting and other works of prayer, penance and/or charity are encouraged according to ability.

Eucharistic Fast: The faithful must abstain from food and drink, aside from water and medicine, for one hour before receiving Holy Communion. The sick, infirm and elderly (and their caregivers) may receive Holy Communion even if they have eaten something within the preceding hour.

Paschal (Easter) Precept: The faithful who have made their First Holy Communion should receive Holy Communion at least once a year during the Easter Season. In the Vicariates, this precept may be fulfilled at any time between the First Sunday of Lent and Trinity Sunday (Sunday after Pentecost). One who has reached the age of discretion is also obliged to confess grave sins at least once a year.

General Absolution: may be given on Good Friday and the Midnight Mass(es) of Christmas only if large numbers of faithful make it impossible for all to take advantage of the increased opportunities for the sacrament of Reconciliation in the weeks preceding Christmas/Easter. The rite for imparting general absolution may be found in the Rite of Penance, Rite III. The conditions of the Code of Canon Law 962, especially regarding individual confession of grave sins at the next available opportunity, should be clearly announced to the faithful before the absolution is given.

Special Collections

Christmas Day: For the Vicariate.

Easter Sunday: For the Vicariate.

Good Friday: For the Holy Land.

Weekend before Ss. Peter and Paul: For the Holy Father (Peter's Pence).

Mission Sunday weekend For Evangelization/ Propagation of the Faith.

Papal Monthly Prayer Intentions

December 2020: For a Life of Prayer
We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer.

January 2021: Human fraternity
May the Lord give us the grace to live in full fellowship with our brothers and sisters of other religions, praying for one another, open to all.

February 2021: Violence against women
We pray for women who are victims of violence, that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded.

March 2021: Sacrament of Reconciliation
Let us pray that we may experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation with renewed depth, to taste the infinite mercy of God.

April 2021: Fundamental Rights
We pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for fundamental rights under dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies in crisis.

May 2021: The world of finance
Let us pray that those in charge of finance will work with governments to regulate the financial sphere and protect citizens from its dangers.

June 2021: The beauty of marriage
Let us pray for young people who are preparing for marriage with the support of a Christian community: may they grow in love, with generosity, faithfulness and patience.

July 2021: Social Friendship
We pray that, in social, economic and political situations of conflict, we may be courageous and passionate architects of dialogue and friendship.

August 2021: The Church
Let us pray for the Church, that She may receive from the Holy Spirit the grace and strength to reform herself in the light of the Gospel.

September 2021: An environmentally sustainable lifestyle
We pray that we all will make courageous choices for a simple and environmentally sustainable lifestyle, rejoicing in our young people who are resolutely committed to this.

October 2021: Missionary disciples
We pray that every baptized person may be engaged in evangelization, available to the mission, by being witnesses of a life that has the flavour of the Gospel.

November 2021: People who suffer from depression
We pray that people who suffer from depression or burn-out will find support and a light that opens them up to life.

December 2021: Catechists
Let us pray for the catechists, summoned to announce the Word of God: may they be its witnesses, with courage and creativity and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Liturgical Information

Weddings

Weddings may be celebrated within Mass or outside of Mass.

Outside of Mass, Matrimony may be celebrated on any day aside from Good Friday and Holy Saturday. The nuptial readings and white vestments are always used.

Within Mass, the special Ritual Mass For the Celebration of Marriage may be used only on the days when the Ordo indicates that Ritual Masses are permitted. Otherwise, the Mass of the day is used, with its corresponding colour. However:
- The Penitential Act is omitted, and replaced by introductory address of the Priest to the couple (Order of Celebrating Matrimony> 52-53)
- The Nuptial Blessing is always said after the Our Father, omitting the prayers Deliver us, Lord and Lord Jesus Christ
- The Solemn Blessing for Marriage may replaced the final blessing.

N.B. the Ritual Mass For the Celebration of Marriage is permitted on Ordinary Time Sundays, unless the parish community also participates in the Mass. In such a case, the Mass of Sunday is used – however, one of the readings may be taken from the Marriage Lectionary.

Funerals and Masses for the Dead

Funerals
- Funeral rites may be celebrated within Mass or outside of Mass.
- Funeral rites are celebrated outside of Mass on days when the Ordo indicates the Funeral Mass is not allowed, or if there is some other pastoral reason or circumstance e.g. no availability of a priest, restricted Mass schedule, prompt burial, etc. (Order of Christian Funerals 178, Ordo Exsequiarum 6). In such cases, however, it is strongly recommended that a Mass for the departed be offered later, even privately – such as Mass is regarded liturgically as a Funeral Mass (OCF 46, OE 6).
- The Mass of the Dead is offered whenever the Ordo indicates that the Funeral Mass is allowed. It is not permissible to combine the rites for the dead (e.g. sprinkling of the coffin, commendation, etc.) with another Mass text. In such cases, the Funeral Liturgy outside of Mass must be followed.
- It is not necessary for a body to be present for a Funeral Mass - however, in this case, no Final Commendation takes place.

Special and Ordinary Masses for the Dead
- The Roman Missal provides for 3 other privileged Masses of the Dead:
  - Mass after receiving the News of Death of a person. This may be celebrated on any day after receiving the news of death that allows for such a Mass.
  - Mass on the First Anniversary of Death
  - Mass at the Final Burial (e.g. when the body is moved or reburied)
- All other anniversaries, 3/7/30/40 day Masses, etc. are allowed only on weekdays and optional memorials in Ordinary Time. However, a priest may always mention the names of the dead in the special commemoration of Eucharistic Prayers I-III.
- In all Masses of the Dead, the readings, antiphons and prayers are completely interchangeable. The priest makes the required substitutions (e.g. omitting the word “funeral” or “anniversary”, or changing the gender (masculine, feminine) or number (singular, plural) as required.
- Masses of the Dead always use special readings, and not the readings of the day.

Masses and rites for non-Catholics
- A Mass intention may be offered for any departed person, aside from baptized infants.
- The prayers of the Mass of the Dead and Funeral Liturgy can only be used for Catholics. With the permission of the Bishop, they may be used for other baptized Christians (however, they cannot be mentioned within the Eucharistic Prayer). They cannot be used for the unbaptized since they presuppose baptism and belief in Christ.
- In the situation of an unbaptized person (e.g. public personalities, family relatives, etc.), the priest may offer the intention of the Mass for the soul of the person, pray for them in the Prayers of the Faithful, and add suitable non-liturgical prayers or hymns at the end of Mass.

The Calendar to be used

The General Calendar is used in all Vicariate parishes in celebrations of Mass or the Liturgy of the Hours with the people.

However, in celebrations with the people, saints on a Religious Calendar can usually be celebrated as Votive Masses or Offices on their feastdays, according to norms of the "Permitted Masses" of the day. This enables the parish to learn from the spirituality of the male and female religious communities serving in it.

In individual celebrations of the Mass or the Liturgy of the Hours, members of religious institutes and societies of apostolic life can use either the Vicariate Calendar or their own Proper (Religious) Calendar. The Religious Calendar can also be used in celebrations where members of a religious family gather together, and in their oratories and chapels.

The following special celebrations are to be observed by all parishes of the Vicariates, and by all institutes and societies of consecrated/apostolic life, whether in individual or communal celebrations (cf. UNLYC 52c; CB 1167):
1. Solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia, Principal Patron of the Gulf and AVONA
2. Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul, Principal Patron of the Vicariate (in AVOSA only)
3. Solemnity of the Titular of any dedicated church(es) in the parish.
4. Anniversary of the Episcopal Ordination of the Bishop
5. Solemnity of the Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church. (N.B. in AVOSA, this is observed by all churches on the same date, the Sunday before All Saints)
6. Feast of the Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral.

Additionally, the parishes of AVONA and AVOSA shall observe the following:
1. Commemoration of the Departed Clergy and Religious of the Apostolic Vicariate on the first free weekday of November
2. Memorials of St. Therese of Child Jesus and of St. Francis Xavier, Co-Patrons of the Missions

Members of Institutes of Consecrated or Apostolic Life may also observe the Patrons of their Province/Custody/Region, etc. according to their own Proper calendars.

Table of Precedence

I

1. The Paschal Triduum of the Passion and Resurrection of the Lord.

2. The Nativity of the Lord, the Epiphany, the Ascension, and Pentecost.

Sundays of Advent, Lent, and Easter.
Ash Wednesday.
Weekdays of Holy Week from Monday up to and including Thursday.
Days within the Octave of Easter.

3. Solemnities inscribed in the General Calendar, whether of the Lord, of the Blessed Virgin Mary or of Saints.
The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed.

4. Proper Solemnities, namely:
a. The Solemnity of the principal Patron of the place, city or state.
b. The Solemnity of the dedication and of the anniversary of the dedication of one’s own church.
c. The Solemnity of the Title of one’s own church.
d. The Solemnity either of the Title or of the Founder or of the principal Patron of an Order or Congregation.

II

5. Feasts of the Lord inscribed in the General Calendar.

6. Sundays of Christmas Time and the Sundays in Ordinary Time.

7. Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary and of the Saints in the General Calendar.

8. Proper Feasts, namely:
a. The Feast of the principal Patron of the diocese.
b. The Feast of the anniversary of the dedication of the cathedral church.
c. The Feast of the principal Patron of a region or province, or a country, or of a wider territory.
d. The Feast of the Title, Founder, or principal Patron of an Order or Congregation and of a religious province, without prejudice to the prescriptions given under no. 4.
e. Other Feasts proper to an individual church.
f. Other Feasts inscribed in the Calendar of each diocese or Order or Congregation.

9. Weekdays of Advent from 17 December up to and including 24 December.
Days within the Octave of Christmas.
Weekdays of Lent.

III

10. Obligatory Memorials in the General Calendar.

11. Proper Obligatory Memorials, namely:
a. The Memorial of a secondary Patron of the place, diocese, region, or religious province.
b. Other Obligatory Memorials inscribed in the Calendar of each diocese, or Order or Congregation.

12. Optional Memorials, which, however, may be celebrated, in the special manner described in the General Instruction of the Roman Missal and of the Liturgy of the Hours, even on the days listed in no. 9.
In the same manner Obligatory Memorials may be celebrated as Optional Memorials if they happen to fall on Lenten weekdays.

13. Weekdays of Advent up to and including 16 December.
Weekdays of Christmas Time from 2 January until the Saturday after the Epiphany.
Weekdays of the Easter Time from Monday after the Octave of Easter up to and including the Saturday before Pentecost.
Weekdays in Ordinary Time.

If several celebrations fall on the same day, the one that holds the highest rank according to the Table of Liturgical Days is observed. However, a Solemnity impeded by a liturgical day that takes precedence over it should be transferred to the closest day not listed under nos. 1-8 in the Table of Precedence. In the Vicariates of Northern and Southern Arabia, in order to ensure the observance of the Sunday liturgies integral to certain seasons, Solemnities that fall on a weekend of Advent, Lent or Easter are solemnized on the preceding Thursday or following Monday, according to the indications given by the Bishop and noted in this Ordo. Other celebrations are omitted in that year.

Should Vespers (Evening Prayer) of the current day’s Office and First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the following day be assigned for celebration on the same day, then Vespers (Evening Prayer) of the celebration with the higher rank in the Table of Liturgical Days takes precedence; in cases of equal rank, Vespers (Evening Prayer) of the current day takes precedence.

External Solemnity

An External Solemnity is the celebration, for the pastoral good of the faithful and out of devotion, of a feastday on another day in addition to its proper day. This takes place at some or all of the Masses celebrated with the people (not individual celebrations). Similarly, in the Liturgy of the Hours, some or all of the Hours may be taken from the feastday (cf. GILH 245).

An External Solemnity occurs in two ways:
1. Any Feast of the Lord in the General Calendar, and any Solemnity may also be celebrated on a Sunday in Ordinary Time (cf. UNLYC 58).
2. A suitable Mass may be said with the permission of the Bishop or at his direction on any day other than Solemnities, Sundays of Advent/ Lent/ Easter, days in Holy Week or the Octave of Easter, All Souls’ Day and Ash Wednesday (cf. GIRM 374).

Arrangement of Mass

Sunday

Antiphons: from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Prayers: from Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Preface:
- Ordinary Time: Sundays I-VIII
- Advent: Advent I-II
- Christmas: Nativity I-III
- Lent: Lent I-II. Some Sundays have proper Prefaces.
- Lent Sunday 5: Passion I.
- Easter: Easter I-V.

Other:
- Glory to God (outside Advent and Lent)
- Creed
- optional Solemn Blessings or Prayers over the People found at the end of the Order of the Mass. In Lent, the proper Prayer over the People is obligatory.

Readings: 3 readings (Proper of Seasons). No Alleluia in Lent.

Weekday in Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter

Antiphons: from weekday (Proper of Seasons).

Prayers: from weekday (Proper of Seasons).

Preface:
- Advent: Advent I (before Dec 16) or Advent II (Dec 17-24)
- Christmas: Nativity I-III
- After Epiphany: Epiphany or Nativity I-III
- Lent Weeks 1-4: Lent I-IV.
- Lent Week 5: Passion I.
- Holy Week: Passion II.
- Easter: Easter I-V.

Other:
- In Lent, the optional proper Prayer over the People is provided.
- Solemn weekdays may use Solemn Blessings/Prayers over the People appropriate to the season.

Readings: 2 readings (Proper of Seasons). No Alleluia in Lent.

Ordinary Time Weekday

Weekdays in Ordinary Time can use any of the 34 Masses for Sundays in Ordinary Time.

Antiphons: from the chosen Ord. Time Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Collect: from the chosen Ord. Time Sunday (Proper of Seasons) or from one of the Various Needs Masses.

Other prayers: from the chosen Ord. Time Sunday (Proper of Seasons).

Preface: Common Preface I-VI

Readings: 2 readings (Proper of Seasons).

Solemnity

Antiphons: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Prayers: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Preface: proper Preface, else from Saints I-II or category of Saint.

Readings: 3 readings from Proper of Saints, else from Common. No Alleluia in Lent.

Other:
- Glory to God
- Creed
- optional Solemn Blessing or Prayers over the People is usually recommended.

Use of the Common of Saints
- If 2 Commons are suggested, then either one may be used, or the Common of Holy Men and Women, section I and V. However, texts from 2 different Commons should not be mixed.
- Another antiphon/prayer from the suggested Common may always be chosen.
- The Priest may always exchange antiphons and prayers within the same Common, choosing those texts which seem more suitable for pastoral reasons. However, Masses designated for specific times or circumstances (e.g. for use in Eastertide) can only be used in those times or circumstances.
- In the individual Commons, texts in the singular (for one saint) may changed to the plural (for several saints) and vice versa.
- In the Common of Martyrs and the Common of Holy Men and Women, all the prayers that are given for men may also be used for women, with the necessary change of gender.

Feast

Antiphons: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Prayers: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Preface: proper Preface, else from Saints I-II or category of Saint.

Readings: 3 readings from Proper of Saints, else from Common. No Alleluia in Lent.

Other:
- Glory to God
- optional Solemn Blessing or Prayers over the People
- N.B.3 readings and the Creed is used by Feasts of the Lord on Sundays, and any Feasts celebrated as obligation Masses in the Vicariates (i.e. on Friday, Saturday evening).

Use of the Common of Saints
- If 2 Commons are suggested, then either one may be used, or the Common of Holy Men and Women, section I and V. However, texts from 2 different Commons should not be mixed.
- Another antiphon/prayer from the suggested Common may always be chosen.
- The Priest may always exchange antiphons and prayers within the same Common, choosing those texts which seem more suitable for pastoral reasons. However, Masses designated for specific times or circumstances (e.g. for use in Eastertide) can only be used in those times or circumstances.
- In the individual Commons, texts in the singular (for one saint) may changed to the plural (for several saints) and vice versa.
- In the Common of Martyrs and the Common of Holy Men and Women, all the prayers that are given for men may also be used for women, with the necessary change of gender.

Memorial

Antiphons: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Collect: from the Proper of Saints, else Common.

Other prayers: from the Proper of Saints, else Common or weekday.

Preface: Saints I-II or category of Saint or of season.

Readings: 2 readings from weekday (Proper of Seasons), unless Proper. No Alleluia in Lent.

N.B.
- Priest may replace the weekday readings with the suggested readings of the saint from the Proper of Saints, or with others readings from the Common. A certain preference is given to retaining the weekday readings
- Certain memorials have special obligatory proper readings, which mention the saint. These are indicated in the Calendar. These memorials are Ss. Timothy & Titus; St. Joseph the Worker; Immaculate Heart of Mary; Mary Mother of the Church; St. Barnabas; St. Martha; the Passion of St. John the Baptist; Our Lady of Sorrows; Holy Guardian Angels; Dedication of the Basilicas of Ss. Peter and Paul

Use of the Common of Saints
- If 2 Commons are suggested, then either one may be used, or the Common of Holy Men and Women, section I and V. However, texts from 2 different Commons should not be mixed.
- Another antiphon/prayer from the suggested Common may always be chosen.
- The Priest may always exchange antiphons and prayers within the same Common, choosing those texts which seem more suitable for pastoral reasons. However, Masses designated for specific times or circumstances (e.g. for use in Eastertide) can only be used in those times or circumstances.
- In the individual Commons, texts in the singular (for one saint) may changed to the plural (for several saints) and vice versa.
- In the Common of Martyrs and the Common of Holy Men and Women, all the prayers that are given for men may also be used for women, with the necessary change of gender.

Ritual

Antiphons: from the Ritual Mass.
Prayers: from the Ritual Mass.
Preface: usually specified, otherwise of season.
Readings: 2-3 readings from Ritual Mass, unless rubric permits readings from feastday or Sunday, unless Proper. No Alleluia in Lent.
Other
- Proper insertions for the Eucharistic Prayers: if provided, these may be used even when the Ritual Mass cannot be said (e.g. because the rite takes place on a major Solemnity).
- Many Ritual Masses also contain proper Solemn Blessings.

Various Needs

Antiphons: from the Various Needs Mass, else from weekday. "Alleluia" is added during Eastertide, unless this does not accord with the sense.

Collect: from the Various Needs Mass.

Other prayers: from the Various Needs Mass, else from weekday.

Preface: any specified Preface, else of season.

Readings: 2 readings, either from the weekday (Proper of Seasons) or from the corresponding category in Various Needs section of the lectionary. No Alleluia in Lent.

Other : on more solemn occasions, the following may be used:
- the Glory to God (non-penitential celebrations only).
- Creed.
- A Solemn Blessing or Prayer over the People appropriate to the season.
- 3 readings.

N.B. Texts may be adapted, by changing the gender (male to female, or vice-versa) or the number (i.e. plural to singular).

Votive

Text: The text is taken from the Votive Mass section of the missal. If such a Mass is lacking, the Mass is taken from the Mass of the saint/feast in the Proper of Saints, or a suitable Mass from the Common of Saints. Words indicating the heavenly birthday (e.g. "this day") or rank ("Solemnity") of the saint are omitted or replaced by the word "memorial" or "commemoration", as appropriate.

Antiphons: from the Votive Mass. Alleluia is added during Eastertime.

Prayers: from the Votive Mass.

Preface: specified Preface, else Preface of Saints I-II, or of category of saint, or of season.

Readings: 2 readings, either from:
- weekday (Proper of Seasons)
- special readings for Votive Mass, if provided.
- special readings for saint or celebration in the Proper of Saints.
- appropriate category in Common of Saints.

Other : on more solemn occasions, the following may be used:
- the Glory to God.
- Creed.
- A Solemn Blessing or Prayer over the People appropriate to the saint or season.
- 3 readings.

N.B. If texts from the Common of Saints are used, they may be adapted, by changing the gender or the number (i.e. plural to singular) to match the saint(s) commemorated..

Masses of the Dead

Antiphons: from the Mass of the Dead. All antiphons are interchangeable.

Prayers: from any Mass of the Dead. All prayers are interchangeable, changes are made for gender, number and occasion (i.e. funeral, anniversary, etc.)

Preface: Preface for the Dead I-V .

Readings: 2 readings from the Mases for the Dead (not weekday). Solemn occasions may use 3 readings.

Other : on more solemn occasions, the following may be used:
- Creed
- Solemn Blessing in Celebrations for the Dead.
- N.B. The proper insertion in Eucharistic Prayers II and III can be used in any Mass, even not of the Dead, whenever the Mass is offered for a dead person.
- N.B. 2 Mass intentions can be offered for departed non-Catholics, but the Mass of the Dead can only be used for departed Catholics, or (with the permission of the Bishop) for other departed Christians.

Arrangement of Divine Office

Solemnity

Office of Readings: All from the Proper, otherwise from the appropriate Common (unless weekday hymn indicated). Te Deum is said.

Morning and Evening Prayer: All from the Proper, otherwise from the appropriate Common (unless weekday hymn indicated). At Morning Prayer, psalms of Sunday Week 1.

Prayer during the Day: Hymn of Prayer during the Day; Complementary psalms (weekdays) or Sunday Week 1 (on Sundays)under one antiphon from the Proper, else from the Common; Reading, Versicle and Prayer from the Proper, else from the Common.

Night Prayer: from Sunday I or II (after Evening Prayer I or II respectively).

Feasts

Office of Readings: All from the Proper, otherwise from the appropriate Common (unless weekday hymn indicated). Te Deum is said.

Morning and Evening Prayer: All from the Proper, otherwise from the appropriate Common (unless weekday hymn indicated).At Morning Prayer, psalms of Sunday Week 1.

Prayer during the Day: Hymn of Prayer during the Day; Psalms from the psalter; antiphons from the psalter (Ordinary Time) or season. Reading, Versicle and Prayer from the Proper, else from the Common.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Memorials in Advent, Christmas and Easter

Office of Readings: Versicle, Reading 1 and responsory from weekday (Proper of Season); Reading 2 and responsory of saint (Proper of Saints), else from weekday. Psalms and antiphons from psalter weekday. Rest from Common or weekday.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Concluding Prayer from Proper of Saints, else from Common. Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from weekday, if not Proper. Psalms from psalter weekday. Rest from psalter weekday or Common.

Prayer during the Day: Psalms (and hymn) from the psalter weekday; Antiphon, Reading, Versicle and Prayer from seasonal weekday (Proper of Seasons). Nothing of saint unless indicated.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Memorials in Ordinary Time

Office of Readings: Reading 1 and responsory from weekday (Proper of Season); Reading 2 and responsory of saint (Proper of Saints), else from weekday. Psalms and verse from psalter weekday. Rest from Common or weekday.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Concluding Prayer from Proper of Saints, else from Common. Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon from Common, if not Proper. Psalms from psalter weekday. Rest from psalter weekday or Common.
N.B. A few memorials have special Morning and Evening Prayer, with psalms, etc. from the Proper or Common.

Prayer during the Day: all from the psalter weekday; nothing of saint unless indicated.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Commemorations in Lent, Christmas Octave and Dec 17-24

Office of Readings: All as on the seasonal weekday. After responsory 2, add Reading, responsory and Concluding Prayer of saint from Proper of Saints, else from Common.

Morning and Evening Prayer: All as on the seasonal weekday. After Collect, add Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon and Concluding Prayer of saint from Proper of Saints, else from Common.

Prayer during the Day: all as on weekday, nothing of saint unless indicated.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Sundays of Ordinary Time

Office of Readings: Readings, responsories and Concluding Prayer of Sunday from Proper of Seasons, rest from Psalter. Te Deum.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Concluding Prayer and Benedictus/Magnificat antiphon of Sunday from Proper of Seasons, rest from Psalter.

Prayer during the Day: Concluding Prayer of Sunday from Proper of Seasons, rest from Psalter.

Night Prayer: from Sunday I or II after Evening Prayer I or II respectively.

Sundays of Advent, Lent and Easter

Office of Readings: Seasonal hymn; Psalms and antiphons from the Psalter; rest from the Sunday in the Proper of Seasons. Te Deum.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Seasonal hymn; Psalms from psalter with proper antiphons; rest of Sunday from Proper of Seasons.

Prayer during the Day: Seasonal/Hour hymn; Psalms from psalter; Antiphon, Reading, Versicle and Concluding Prayer of Sunday from Proper of Seasons.

Night Prayer: from Sunday I or II after Evening Prayer I or II respectively.

Weekdays of Ordinary Time

Office of Readings: Readings and responsories of weekday from Proper of Seasons; Concluding Prayer from the previous Sunday (or series: Through the Year); rest from Psalter weekday.

Morning and Evening Prayer: all from Psalter weekday.

Prayer during the Day: all from Psalter weekday.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Weekdays of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter

Office of Readings: Seasonal hymn; Versicle, Readings, responsories and Concluding Prayer of weekday from Proper of Seasons; rest from Psalter weekday.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Seasonal hymn; Psalms and antiphons from Psalter weekday (N.B. Holy Week, Dec 17-24 have proper antiphons); rest from seasonal weekday in Proper of Seasons.

Prayer during the Day: Seasonal/Hour hymn; Psalms from psalter; Antiphon, Reading, Versicle and Concluding Prayer of seasonal weekday from Proper of Seasons.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Day within the Christmas Octave

N.B. If a Feast, then follows instructions under 'Feast' for Office of Readings, Morning Prayer and Prayer during the Day. If a Commemoration, add the necessary readings/prayers as described under 'Commemoration' to those below.

Office of Readings: Seasonal Hymn; rest from Day with Octave in Proper of Seasons. Te Deum.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Hymn, Psalms and antiphons from Christmas Day; rest from Day within Octave in Proper of Seasons.

Prayer during the Day: Seasonal/Hour hymn; Psalms from psalter; Antiphon, Reading, Versicle and Concluding Prayer of Day within Octave from Proper of Seasons.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Day within the Easter Octave

Office of Readings: Seasonal Hymn; rest from Day within Octave in Proper of Seasons. Te Deum.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Hymn, Psalms and antiphons from Easter Day; rest from Day within Octave in Proper of Seasons.

Prayer during the Day: Seasonal/Hour hymn; proper Psalms with antiphon; Reading, Versicle and Concluding Prayer of Day within Octave from Proper of Seasons.

Night Prayer: from Sunday I or II.

Primary Votive Offices

N.B. Primary Votive Offices are those Votive Offices (in honour of Christ, the B.V. Mary or some saint, for the Dead, etc.) which are solemnly celebrated for a public cause or out of devotion e.g. on the occasion of a pilgrimage, a local feast, the external solemnity of a saint, a funeral, etc.

N.B. 2 Such Votive Offices may not be celebrated on Solemnities, Sundays of Advent/Lent/Easter, Ash Wednesday, Holy Week and Easter Octave, and All Souls Day (cf. GILH 245). Texts are taken from specially approved Votive texts, or from the feast of the saint in the Proper of Saints.

N.B. 3 Votive Offices may be celebrated throughout the day or only for specific Hours (cf. GILH 245).

N.B.Texts are taken from specially approved Votive texts, or from the feast of the saint in the Proper of Saints, or from the Common of Saints, or from the Office of the Dead. The manner of celebration is similar to Solemnities or Feasts or memorials, according to the occasion.

Secondary Votive Offices

N.B. Secondary Votive Offices are those Votive Offices (in honour of Christ, the B.V. Mary or some saint, for the Dead, etc.) which are celebrated for less solemn reasons, out of devotion, custom, etc., often on a weekly or monthly basis. Such Votive Offices are celebrated in a manner similar to memorials and may only be celebrated on weekdays in Ordinary Time when no obligatory memorial occurs (cf. Notitiae 16 (1980): 473–474). Texts are taken from specially approved Votive texts, or from the feast of the saint in the Proper of Saints.

Office of Readings: Psalms and antiphons from Psalter weekday. Reading 1 and responsory from weekday (Proper of Season); rest from Votive Office.

Morning and Evening Prayer: Psalms and antiphons from psalter weekday; rest from Votive.

Prayer during the Day: all from the Psalter weekday; nothing of Votive Office.

Night Prayer: from weekday.

Liturgical Colours

Extra-liturgical observances, Ritual, Votive and Various Needs
- Extra-liturgical observances or occasions (e.g. National Day, Creation Sunday, Vocation Sunday, etc.) do not affect the vestment colour, unless a particular Various Needs Mass is used.
- Masses for Various Needs that do not have a penitential character are celebrated in the colour proper to the day or the liturgical season. Those with a penitential character are celebrated in purple.
- Votive Masses are celebrated in the colour suited to the Mass itself (as explained in the colours below) or even in the colour proper to the day or the liturgical season.
- Ritual Masses are usually celebrated in white. However red might be used for Confirmations, and purple is used for Enrollments and Scrutinies.

White
- by concelebrants, when there are insufficient chasubles of the correct colour (Redemptionis Sacramentum 124)
- Offices and Masses during Easter Time and Christmas Time
- Chrism Mass, and the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
- celebrations of Christ (other than his Passion), the B.V. Mary, the angels and non-martyr Saints
- Ritual Masses, unless otherwise indicated.
- All Saints (November 1); Nativity of St. John the Baptist (June 24); St. John the Evangelist (December 27); the Chair of St. Peter (February 22); Conversion of St. Paul (January 25)

Red
- Palm Sunday, Good Friday and celebrations of the Lord's Passion (e.g. Precious Blood, Holy Cross, etc.)
- Pentecost, Confirmation (Ritual Mass) and the Holy Spirit
- feast days of apostles, evangelists, martyrs and the Beheading of St. John the Baptist

Green
- in the Offices and Masses of Ordinary Time Time

Violet or Purple
- in the Offices and Masses of Advent and Lent
- Offices and Masses of the Dead
- Mass for Various Needs which have a penitential character e.g. In Time of War, In Time of Famine or For the Forgiveness of Sins.
- Ritual Masses for the Enrollment of Names or Scrutinies of Catechumens.

Other colours
- On more solemn days, festive/more precious sacred vestments (e.g. gold, silver, etc.) may substitute for the colour of the day (but not for purple or black).
- Rose vestments may be used instead of violet on Gaudete Sunday (Third Sunday of Advent) and Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent).
- Black vestments may be used instead of violet at funerals and Offices and Masses of the Dead
- Blue is not among the liturgical colours used in the Vicariates. In countries where it has been granted, this is only for the Masses and Offices of the Immaculate Conception.

Celebration of Lenten Scrutinies

Celebration of the Election of Catechumens

MASS:

Ritual Mass I.1: For the Election or Enrollement of Names, or Mass of the Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent; Gloria omitted; preface of Lent I-IV

Rite of Election and Enrollment of Names takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the First Sunday of Lent:
- R1: Genesis 9:8-15
- RP: Psalm 24(25):4-9
- R2: 1 Peter 3:18-22
- Go: Mark 1:12-15

Celebration of the 1st Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2A:For the 1st Scrutiny. Gloria omitted;Preface of the 3rd Sunday of Lent (under the 3rd Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny). Rite of the 1st Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 3rd Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Exodus 17:3-7
- RP: Ps 94(95):1-2, 6-9
- R2: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
- Go: John 5:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19-26, 39-42

Celebration of the 2nd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2B:For the 2nd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted; Preface of the 4th Sunday of Lent (under the 4th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).Rite of the 2nd Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 4th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 or (from Ritual Mass lectionary) Exodus 13:21-22
- RP: Psalm 22(23)
- R2: Ephesians 5:8-14
- Go: John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38

Celebration of the 3rd Scrutiny

MASS:

Ritual Mass n.2C:For the 3rd Scrutiny. Gloria omitted; proper Preface of the 5th Sunday in Lent (under the 5th Sunday in Proper of Seasons); in all Eucharistic Prayers: mention of the catechumens and godparents (under Ritual Mass 2A: For the 1st Scrutiny).Rite of the 3rd Scrutiny takes place after the homily.

READINGS:
- From the 5th Sunday of Lent: (Year A)
- R1: Ezekiel 37:12-14
- RP: Psalm 129 (130)
- R2: Romans 8:8-11
- Go: John 11:1-45 or 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33-45

Occasions of Thanksgiving

Occasions of public or ecclesial thanksgiving may be marked liturgically in the following ways:

A Mass “For the Giving of Thanks to God” (Various Needs n. 49) may be said, according to the rubrics for Various Needs Masses (see “Permitted Masses” for each day in this Ordo)

An Order for a Blessing in Thanksgiving (Book of Blessings 1966-1981) may be celebrated as a separate service or after another liturgical service (e.g. Mass, Vespers, etc.). After a short Scripture reading (e.g. Philippians 4:4-7 or Colossians 3:15-17), the Magnificat or the Te Deum (or equivalent vernacular versions such as My soul proclaims or Holy God, we praise thy name) or a suitable psalm of thanksgiving may be sung. The rite is concluded with a suitable Collect for Giving Thanks or another suitable Collect from the Roman Missal.

The Te Deum or the Magnificat (or equivalent vernacular versions) may be sung after Mass, or another liturgical service, or during/at the conclusion of a period of public devotion (e.g. Eucharistic Adoration, novena, etc.) with a suitable Collect of Thanksgiving or another appropriate Collect added if necessary by the priest who presides.

Parish Feasts

Every parish that has a solemnly dedicated church celebrates the Titular of its church(es) as well as the Anniversary of Dedication with the rank of Solemnity.

The Bishop permits Parishes and Missions which do not have solemnly dedicated churches to celebrate as an "External Solemnity" the patron saint after which the Parish/Mission is named

Bahrain - Manama

Titular: Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (2021: June 11).

Dedication: March 8.

Bahrain - Awali

Patron: B.V. Mary of the Visitation (May 31).

Kuwait - Kuwait City

Titular: Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph (2020: December 26).

Dedication: March 16.

Kuwait-Ahmadi

Titular: B.V. Mary of Arabia (2021: January 16).

Dedication: April 1 (2021: transferred to April 13).

Kuwait-Salmiya

Titular: St. Therese of Lisieux (October 1).

Dedication: June 8.

Qatar - Doha

Titular: B.V. Mary of the Rosary (October 7).

Dedication: March 15.

Parish of St. Arethas

Patron: St. Arethas and Companions, Martyrs (October 25).

Parish of St. Joseph

Patron: St. Joseph, Spouse of the B.V. Mary (March 19; solemnized on March 18 in 2021).

Parish of Our Lady of Arabia

Patron: B.V. Mary of Arabia (January 16).

Parish of Our Lady of Fatima

Patron: B.V. Mary of Fatima (May 13).

Oman - Ghala

Titular: Most Holy Spirit (Pentecost; 2021: May 23).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints.

Oman - Ruwi

Titular: Ss. Peter and Paul (June 29).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints.

Oman - Salalah

Titular: St. Francis Xavier (December 3).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints.

Oman - Sohar

Titular: St. Anthony of Padua (June 13).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints.

UAE - Abu Dhabi

Titular: St. Joseph (March 19; moved to March 18 in 2021).

Dedication: 25 February

Titular: St. Therese (October 1).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Musaffah

Titular: St. Paul the Apostle (June 29).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Al Ain

Titular: B.V. Mary Immaculate (December 8).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Ruwais

Patron: St. John the Baptist (June 24).

UAE - Dubai

Titular: B.V. Mary assumed into heaven (August 15).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Jebel Ali

Titular: St. Francis of Assisi (October 4).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Sharjah

Titular: St. Michael the Archangel (September 29).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Ras-al-Khaimah

Titular: St. Anthony of Padua (June 13).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

UAE - Fujairah

Titular:B.V. Mary of Perpetual Help (June 27).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

Yemen - Crater

Titular: Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph (2020: December 26).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

Yemen - Tawahi (Aden)

Titular: St. Francis of Assisi (October 4).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

Yemen - Ma'ala (Aden)

Titular: B.V. Mary Immaculate (December 8).

Dedication: Sunday before All Saints

Yemen - Taiz

Patron: St. Therese of the Child Jesus (October 1).

Yemen - Hodeidah

Patron: Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (2021: June 11).

Yemen - Sana'a

Patron: B.V. Mary, Help of Christians (May 24).

Devotional Months

June: Sacred and Immaculate Hearts

Description of devotion
1. Many popular devotions in June are connected with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, “a wonderful historical expression of the Church's piety for Christ, her Spouse and Lord, that calls for a fundamental attitude of conversion and reparation, of love and gratitude, apostolic commitment and dedication to Christ and his saving work” (DPP 172). “Jesus, one with the Father, invites disciples to live in close communion with him, to model their lives on him and on his teaching. He, in turn, reveals himself as “meek and humble of heart”. The devotion is a cultic form of the prophetic and evangelical gaze of all Christians on him who was pierced, from whose side flowed blood and water, symbols of the wondrous sacrament of the Church” (DPP 167).
2. The mystery of the Heart of Jesus is projected onto and echoes in the Heart of his Mother, his follower and disciple. It calls all the faithful to follow Mary in being disciples of Christ, to share in his love and unite with him in his salvific mission for the world. (cf. DPP 174)

In homes, the following practices may be promoted:
- personal and family consecration to the Sacred Heart, as messengers and witnesses of Christ's love in every aspect of life.
- blessing and distribution of images of the Sacred and Immaculate Heart
- pious practice of the Enthronement, showing the reign of Christ in the home.

In churches and oratories the following practices may be observed:
- Displaying a statue/image of the Sacred Heart for public veneration, especially one which represents the Sacred Heart at the moment of crucifixion (DPP 173).
- Parish consecration to the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart, to renew a life of discipleship
- the pious practice of the First Fridays and First Saturdays, promoting the use of the sacraments of Reconciliation and the Holy Eucharist to strengthen one's commitment to live out the Gospel in daily life.
- Eucharistic devotions are encouraged, as they reflect the love of Christ in the gift of the Eucharist.

Various Devotions are recommended by the Directory for uses at home or in the church (e.g. during Adoration), including:
- the Litany of the Sacred Heart (indulgenced, Manual 22.2), "evidently biblical in character"
- the Act of Reparation for offenses committed against Divine Love
- fasting and penances
- blessing of images of the Sacred and/or Immaculate Heart (Book of Blessings 1442ff. or 1458ff.) for use in churches, homes, cars, etc.
- the blessing and distribution of scapulars of the Sacred and Immaculate Heart
- the various chaplets to the Sacred Heart
- the Morning Offering, comitting the joys and sorrows of the day to the Lord for the spiritual good of oneself and the whole Church.
- prayers to the Immaculate Heart stressing the imitation of the perfect discipleship and devotion of the B.V. Mary to the Love of her Son

Masses:
- on days when it is permitted, a Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart (white) may be celebrated.
- especially on Saturdays (and Wednesdays in the Vicariates) when it is permitted, a Votive Mass of the Immaculate Heart (white) is recommended. The formulary of the Roman Missal or the one of the Collection of Masses of the B.V.Mary can be used.

October: Holy Rosary

Description of devotion
1. "The Rosary of the Virgin Mary, which gradually took form in the second millennium under the guidance of the Spirit of God, is a prayer loved by countless Saints and encouraged by the Magisterium. Simple yet profound, it still remains, at the dawn of this third millennium, a prayer of great significance, destined to bring forth a harvest of holiness." (Rosarium Virginis Mariae 1)
2. The Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christocentric prayer. In the sobriety of its elements, it has all the depth of the Gospel message in its entirety, of which it can be said to be a compendium. It is an echo of the prayer of Mary, her perennial Magnificat for the work of the redemptive Incarnation which began in her virginal womb. With the Rosary, the Christian people sits at the school of Mary and is led to contemplate the beauty on the face of Christ and to experience the depths of his love. Through the Rosary the faithful receive abundant grace, as though from the very hands of the Mother of the Redeemer.

The general suggestions given for Marian celebrations and months may be followed (see 'Marian celebrations').

Plenary Indulgence is obtained by the faithful who pray the rosary (5 decades, with meditation on the mysteries) in the family, church or other gathering of the faithful. (Manual 17.1). In other circumstances, the indulgence is partial.

Franciscan Crown rosary in honour of the Seven Joys of Mary may be occasionally prayed in churches with a strong Capuchin presence.

The rosary may be solemnized in public recitation, through the addition of hymns, Scripture passages, and prayers or meditations related to the mysteries.

Unity and diversity: public recitation of the rosary should focus on the unity in diversity of our parishes through occasional recitation in multiple languages, different cultural practices, etc.

Rosary and Eucharistic devotion: it is not forbidden to pray the rosary during Eucharistic Adoration since it is 'a prayer inspired by the Gospel and centered on the mystery of the Incarnation and the Redemption,' and 'a prayer of deep Christological orientation' that can 'direct the attention of the faithful to the worship of Christ the Lord. (cf. CDW 1997, Marialis Cultus 46) .

Promotion of the rosary as personal and family prayer should be undertaken in sermons, catechesis and pastoral visits to homes during this month .

Blessing of rosaries and their distribution may take place in a more solemn celebration, especially on October 7 or at the end of the month (cf. DPP 198, BB 1464).

The Rosary and the Liturgy complement each other. The liturgy presents anew the great mysteries of our Redemption. The rosary, by means of devout contemplation, recalls these same mysteries to the mind of the person praying and stimulates the will to draw from them the norms of living.Thus the rosary is an excellent preparation for the liturgy and prolongation of its mysteries (cf. Marialis Cultus 48).

November: Saints and Souls

Description of devotion
1. The Church has always included in the annual cycle the cult of the martyrs and other saints. Raised up to perfection by the manifold grace of God and already in possession of eternal salvation, they sing God's perfect praise in heaven and pray for us. By celebrating their anniversaries, the Church proclaims the achievement of the paschal mystery in the saints who have suffered and who have been glorified with Christ. She proposes them to the faithful as examples who draw all men to the Father through Christ, and through their merits she begs God's favours.The ultimate object of veneration of the Saints is the glory of God and the sanctification of human beings by conforming one's life fully to the divine will and by imitating the virtue of those who were preeminent disciples of the Lord. (DPP 208-209)
2. The just encounter God in death. He calls them to himself so as to share eternal life with them. No one, however, can be received into God's friendship and intimacy without having been purified of the consequences of personal sin... hence derives the pious custom of suffrage for the souls of the faithful departed, which is an urgent supplication of God to have mercy on the souls of the dead, to purify them by the fire of His charity, and to bring them to His kingdom of light and life. This suffrage is a cultic expression of faith in the communion of saints.These consist, primarily, in the celebration of the holy sacrifice of the Eucharist, and in other pious exercises, such as prayers for the dead, alms deeds, works of mercy, and the application of indulgences to the souls of the faithful departed. (DPP 251)

Masses: use of the daily Mass for the Dead or the Votive Mass of All Saints, when allowed by the rubric. A Mass for the souls of all parishioners and benefactors who have passed away within the preceding year (or other suitable period of time) is also encouraged.

Devotions on all or particular weekdays, praying for the Dead. This might include parts of the Office of the Dead, or various psalms and prayers from the Order of Christian Funerals, Part IV, novenas for the dead, or other devotions .

A particular place may be set up in churches to receive intentions for the departed souls, and encourage prayer for them.

The recitation of Psalm 129 (130) (Out of the depths) after the rosary or the Angelus with the invocation Eternal rest.

Suffrage for the departed such as almsgiving, works of mercy and prayer for the souls.

Visits to cemetery: to pray for the departed, especially between Nov 1 and Nov 8. When possible, a procession in the cemetery with the Litany of Saints for the departed, and other prayers with the blessing of graves may take place. The Order for Visiting a Cemetery (BB 1739-1753) or the rite of the Ceremonial of Bishopsshould be followed.

Litany of Saints may be prayed in this month, especially after the rosary or other devotions .

A Plenary Indulgence for the souls in purgatory is granted to the faithful who visit a cemetery on any and each day between November 1 and November 8 and pray for the departed; at other times, the indulgence is partial. A partial indulgence for the souls of the departed is also granted for invocations such as Eternal Rest or the praying of Lauds (Morning Prayer) and Vespers (Evening Prayer) from the Office of the Dead.

Plenary Indulgences

Definition

Conditions

In order to gain a plenary indulgences one must be:

baptized, not excommunicated, and in the state of grace at the completion of the prescribed work

have the general intention of gaining an indulgence

Fulfil the 3 following condition several days either before or after performing the indulgenced work/prayer:
- receive the Sacrament of Confession. A single confession is sufficient to receive multiple indulgences.
- receive Holy Communion (once for each plenary indulgence).
- pray for the intention for the Holy Father, by reciting at least one Our Father and one Hail Mary, or saying any other prayer for this intention (once for each plenary indulgence).

When it is impossible to fulfil these conditions or the prescribed work, a confessor may commute them.

For the Year of St. Joseph

The following plenary indulgences were granted by the decree of the Apostolic Penitentiary on 8 December 2021 for the Year of St. Joseph:
- Contemplating the Our Father for 30 minutes.
- Spiritual Retreat for at least one day which involves a sermon/meditation on St. Joseph.
- Doing one of the 7 corporal works of mercy (to feed the hungry; give drink to the thirsty; clothe the naked; shelter the homeless; visit the sick; visit the imprisoned; bury the dead).
- Doing one of the 7 spiritual works of mercy (to instruct the ignorant; counsel the doubtful; admonish the sinners; bear patiently those who wrong us; forgive offenses; comfort the afflicted; pray for the living and the dead).
- Praying of the holy Rosary as a family, or as a married/engaged couple.
- Daily entrusting life and work to the protection of St. Joseph.
- Praying through intercession of St. Joseph for the unemployed to find work and for the work of all people to be dignified.
- Praying the Litany to St. Joseph for the persecuted Church and persecuted Christians.
- Praying any approved prayer/devotion to St. Joseph on any of the following days:
  - a Wednesday (Wednesdays are specially dedicated to St. Joseph)
  - the 19th of any month
  - the feasts of St. Joseph on March 19 and May 1, and the Feast of the Holy Family

Tthe elderly, the sick and those who cannot leave their houses for legitimate reasons in the pandemic, may gain a Plenary Indulgence by offering to God the suffering and hardship of life through the intercession of St. Joseph by praying any prayer in honour of St. Joseph, Comfort of the Sick and Patron of a Happy Death. To gain this indulgence, it is enough to have the will to fulfil the 3 usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Holy Father) as soon as possible.

During time of Coronavirus

To gain the indulgences below, it is enough to have the will to fulfil the 3 usual conditions (sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Holy Father) as soon as possible.

Decree 19.3.2020: A plenary indulgence is granted to the quarantined faithful suffering from Covid-19 if they offer their trials to God and unite spiritually through the media to the celebration of Holy Mass, or recitation of the Rosary or the Way of the Cross or other forms of devotion, or if they will recite the Creed, the Our Father and a pious invocation to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Decree 19.3.2020: A plenary indulgence is granted to health-workers, family members and all who care for the sick with Covid-19.

Decree 19.3.2020: A plenary indulgence is those faithful who pray for an end to the pandemic, relief for the sick and for the dead either through Eucharistic Adoration, reading Scriptures for 30 minutes, or praying the Rosary, or the Divine Mercy Chaplet, or the Way of the Cross.

Any day

Eucharistic Adoration: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who visit the Blessed Sacrament for adoration lasting at least a half hour (Manual 7.1.1).

Reading Sacred Scripture: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who read (or, if unable to read for some good reason, hear) the Sacred Scriptures as spiritual reading, from an approved text and with the reverence due to the divine word, for at least a half an hour. (Manual n.30).

Praying the Rosary A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite and meditate on at least 5 decades of the Marian rosary in a church, oratory, family, religious community, association or meeting/gathering of the faithful; or who join in the recitation of the rosary by the Holy Father broadcast live on radio/TV (Manual n. 17.1).

Praying the Akathist hymn: Example.

Stations of the Cross A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who personally make the Stations of the Cross, or devoutly unite themselves to the Stations of the Cross led by the Pope and broadcast live on TV/radio (Manual 13.2)

Meditation on the Passion and Death of Christ: Those who cannot perform the Stations can acquire a plenary indulgence if they at least a quarter of an hour in reading and meditating on the Passion and Death of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Title Example.

Universal Days of Prayer

Manual n. 5: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who, on days universally designated to foster certain religious intentions (e.g., the promotion of priestly and religious vocations, the pastoral care of the sick and infirm, etc.), piously assist at celebrations of this kind.

Pastoral Visit of the Bishop

Manual n. 32: A plenary indulgence is granted a single time to the faithful who, during the time of a pastoral visit of the Bishop assist at the Mass or other sacred function over which the bishop presides.

Visiting the Cathedral Church on certain feasts

Manual 33.1.3: One may receive a plenary indulgence by visiting the cathedral church on any of the following feasts:

Ss. Peter and Paul (June 29)

St. Joseph (March 19) [AVOSA]

Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph (March 19) [AVONA]

Chair of St. Peter (February 22)

Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (November 9)

August 2 (Portiuncula indulgence)

Day of Dedication of the Cathedral [AVOSA: Feb 25; AVONA: March 16]

Visiting the parish church on certain feasts

Manual 33.1.5, 6: One may receive a plenary indulgence by visiting the cathedral church on any of the following feasts:

Parish Titular saint
Day of Dedication of the church (in AVOSA: Sunday before All Saints)

August 2 (Portiuncula indulgence)

New Year's Eve (31 December)

Manual 26.1.2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly assist either at the recitation or solemn singing of the Te Deum (God, we praise you or Holy God, we praise thy name), on the final day of the year, to offer thanks to God for gifts received throughout the course of the entire year.

New Year's Eve (31 December)

Manual 26.1.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly assist either at the recitation or solemn singing of the Veni Creator (Come Holy Ghost), either on the first day of the year to implore divine assistance for the course of the whole year

Week of Christian Unity (January 18-25)

Manual 11.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of this same week

Fridays of Lent

Manual 8.1.2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly recite after Communion the prayer "Behold, O kind and most sweet Jesus".

Parish Mission

A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who on the occasion of a mission have heard some of the sermons and are present for the solemn conclusion of the mission.

Holy Thursday

Manual 7.1.2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who piously recite the verses of the "Tantum ergo" after the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday during the solemn reposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

Good Friday

Manual 13.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly assist at the adoration of the Cross in the solemn liturgical action of Good Friday

Easter Vigil

Manual 28.1:A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who, at the celebration of the Easter Vigil renew their baptismal promises.

Second Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy)

A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who in any church or chapel, in a spirit that is completely detached from the affection for a sin, even a venial sin, take part in the prayers and devotions held in honour of Divine Mercy, or who, in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, recite the Our Father and the Creed, and a devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g., “Merciful Jesus, I trust in you!”;

Sailors, refugees, the sick and those who nurse them; and all who for a just cause cannot leave their homes or who carry out an activity for the community which cannot be postponed may obtain the plenary indulgence if they say the same prayers before an image of our Merciful Lord Jesus.

If it is impossible that people do even this, they may obtain the plenary indulgence if with a spiritual intention they are united with those carrying out the prescribed practices for obtaining the indulgence and offer to the Merciful Lord a prayer and the sufferings of their illness and the difficulties of their lives.

Pentecost

Manual 26.1.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly assist either at the recitation or solemn singing of the Veni Creator (Come Holy Ghost).

Corpus Christi

Manual 7.1.3: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly participate in a solemn Eucharistic procession, held inside or outside a church.

Sacred Heart

Manual n. 3: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who publicly recite the Act of Reparation to the Sacred Heart ("Most sweet Jesus, whose overflowing charity", etc.).

Ss. Peter and Paul (June 29)

Manual 14.1: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who make prayerful use of an article of devotion (e.g. cross, rosary, scapular, etc.) that has been blessed by the Pope or by any bishop, and say any Creed.

November 1 to November 8 (for Departed)

Manual 29.1.1 A plenary indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, is granted to the faithful who on any and each day from November 1 to 8, devoutly visit a cemetery and pray, even only mentally, for the departed

All Soul's Day (for Departed)

Manual 29.1.2: A plenary indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, is granted to the faithful who devoutly visit a church or an oratory and recite an Our Father and the Creed

Christ the King

Manual n. 2: A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who publicly recite the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King ("Most sweet Jesus, Redeemer").

Forms of Marian Devotion

The following devotions are drawn from the General Indications and Proposals issued by Congregation of Divine Worship in 1987 to mark the Marian Year. They are applicable to any day of the year, but especially to those months, days and seasons in honour to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Mass
1. Penitential Act: Using the I confess or (if Form C) using invocations mentioning the link between Jesus and Mary.
2. Conclusion of Mass: Using a Marian antiphon/hymn relfective of the liturgical season (cf. GMY 21)
3. Prayers of the Faithful: mentioning the intercession of the B. V. Mary, either in the petitions or in the Priest's prayer. (cf. GMY 18)
4. Formulary: especially on Saturdays and days devoted to the Marian novenas, use may be made of the Votive Masses of our Lady in the Roman Missal, or one of the 46 formularies given in the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary (Marian Sacramentary)

Eucharistic Adoration
1. Hymns/antiphons/Collects linking the Eucharist and the B.V. Mary (e.g. Ave Verum Corpus, Hail true Body) may be used during Adoration.
2. Marian prayers with a Christological focus, such as the rosary, may be prayed during Adoration. Meditations may be given on the Bl. Sacrament highlighting Marian virtues and/or themes.
3. Solemn Marian devotions may conclude with Eucharistic Benediction (GMY 29).

Sacraments
1. Baptism: the invocation of Our Lady in the Litany, the Solemn Blessing, the Magnificat at the conclusion of the rite, and presenting the child at the altar of the B.V. Mary (Rite of Baptism 51).
2. Confirmation: preparation could focus on the role of the B.V. Mary in themes of enmity to sin, discipleship, evangelization, and sacramental parallels e.g. baptismal regeneration and the Immaculate Conception, the presence of the Blessed Virgin at Pentecost, etc. (GMY 23-28). Candidates may be entrusted to the Virgin Mary in order to imitate her perfect discipleship.
3. Reconciliation: the concluding prayer (i.e. "May the Passion of our Lord...") mentioning the B.V. Mary can be used. The priest may also recommend seeking the intercession of Mary, Refuge of sinners and Mother of mercy, as part of the penance imposed.(cf. GMY 33)
4. Anointing of the Sick: use of litanies and prayers of the B.V. Mary given as options in the rites for the sick and dying.
5. Marriage: use of the Gospel of Cana, mention fot he Blessed Virgin in the intercessions and hymns, and legitimate customs that honour the Blessed Virgin, such as the presentation of the nuptial bouquet to or joint prayer of the couple before a Marian image before/after the ceremony. The new home of the couple may also be blessed, and an image of the Blessed Virgin placed there (GMY 45). Where a rite of betrothal or engagement is celebrated, the couple may "place their future conjugal life under the protection of the Mother of pure love"

Blessings
1. Homes, Vehicles, etc.: a rosary and/or an image of B.V. Mary may also be blessed, and families/person(s) placed under her protection (GMY 45). Practices such as the Enthronement of the Immaculate Heart are encouraged
2. Women before/after childbirth, families and children: these blessings are encouraged, and often mention the B.V. Mary.
3. Marian objects: rosaries, scapulars, medals, etc. associated with different devotions to our Lady may be blessed, imposed and/or disributed to the faithful. On more solemn occasions, the solemn rite of blessing as given in the Book of Blessings may be used.(GMY 33)
4. Holy objects: holy water, oil, fruit, flowers, etc. associated with different devotions to our Lady may be blessed and disributed to the faithful on Marian feast days (cf. Book of Blessings 1185).
5. Blessings and other Gatherings: in blessings of persons/ gatherings, a suitable Marian invocation may conclude the prayers of intercession, and a Marian prayer/song conclude the whole rite.

Devotions
1. Angelus and Regina Caeli.: public recitation or chanting of these prayers is encouraged. On occasion, a more solemn form with Gospel reading and Collect may be used.
2. Rosary: public praying of the Holy Rosary, which may be solemnized through the addition of appropriate prayers and hymns. In the churches with a strong Capuchin presence, the occasional praying of the Franciscan Crown rosary could be encouraged.
3. Liturgical services: such as the praying of Morning or Evening Prayer with the people, or the solemn celebration of certain blessings, are especially encouraged on the feasts of the B.V. Mary.
4. Paraliturgical services: novenas, litanies, processions and paraliturgical services appropriate to the liturgical season or a certain Marian mystery may be conducted before the feastdays of our Lady - however, they should take place before/after Mass, and harmonize with the themes of the liturgical year.
5. Images: an image of the Blessed Virgin, appropriately decorated, may be placed for public veneration in the church. It should not detract from the honour due to the Blessed Sacrament (especially when exposed) and should harmonize with seasonal liturgical symbols (e.g. Paschal Candle during Easter).

Devotion to St. Joseph

The following devotions are adapted from suggestions found in the General Indications and Proposals issued by Congregation of Divine Worship in 1987.

Mass
1. Penitential Act: In Form C, of the Penitential Act, using invocations mentioning the link between Jesus and Joseph, or virtues of the saint.
2. Conclusion of Mass: Using a hymn to St. Joseph, reflective of the liturgical season.
3. Prayers of the Faithful: mentioning the intercession of the St. Joseph either in the petitions or in the Priest's prayer. Attributes and titles of St. Joseph (e.g. Comfort of the Sick, Man of Contemplation, Patron of a Happy Death, etc.) may also provide inspiration for the various petitions.
4. Formulary: especially on Wednesdays and days devoted to the St. Joseph novenas/devotions, use may be made of a Votive Mass of St. Joseph. The Mass may be taken from the special Votive Mass of St. Joseph (Votive Masses n. 13), or from the feast of March 19 (changing "Solemnity" to "commemoration"), or from the feast of May 1, or the feast fo the Holy Family.

Eucharistic Adoration
1. Hymns/antiphons/Collects linking the Eucharist and the St. Joseph may be used during Adoration. In particular, prayers and devotions may reflect on St. Joseph role as the Guardian of the Mysteries of Redemption, his interior life and contemplation which is necessary during Adoration, or the link between his care of the Infant Jesus and the Eucharist.
2. St. Joseph devotions with a Christological focus may be prayed during Adoration. Meditations may be given on the Bl. Sacrament highlighting virtues and/or themes found in the life of St. Joseph (e.g. silence, contemplation, faithfulness, etc.).
3. Solemn devotions in honour of St. Joseph may conclude with Eucharistic Benediction, after a period of Adoration of suitable length.

Sacraments
1. Baptism: the invocation of St. Joseph in the litany, and using St. Joseph as a model for the responsibilities of fathers in the homily. Together with the entrustment to the Blessed Virgin Mary (Rite of Baptism 51), or after it, an entrustment can be made to St. Joseph, or to the Holy Family.
2. Confirmation: ppreparation could focus on the role of the St. Joseph in themes of enmity to sin, discipleship, mission, discernment of God’s call, vocation, etc. Candidates can be encouraged to seek the example and intercession of St. Joseph in being faithful disciples and fulfilling their Christian mission.
3. Reconciliation:as part of the penance imposed, and the counsel to penitents, the priest may recommend St. Joseph as an intercessor and a model of obedience, discernment, chastity, fidelity, love, prayerfulness, etc.
4. Anointing of the Sick: use of the invocations to St. Joseph, the patron fo the dying, given as options in the rites for the sick and dying.
5. Marriage: Legitimate customs that honour the Holy Family, such as the joint prayer of the couple before an image of the B.V. Mary and St. Joseph before/after the ceremony. The new home of the couple may also be blessed, and an image of the St. Joseph and the Blessed Virgin placed there. Where a rite of betrothal or engagement is celebrated, the couple may place their future conjugal life under the protection of the St. Joseph, the most chaste Spouse of the Blessed Virgin.

Blessings
1. Homes, Vehicles, etc.: an image of St. Joseph may also be blessed, and families/person(s) placed under his protection. Practices such as the Entrustment to the Holy Family are encouraged
2. Parents before/after childbirth, families and children: these blessings are encouraged, and often mention the role of St. Joseph
3. St. Joseph's table: the tradition of "St. Joseph's Table", as a form of charity for the poor and needy, may be enocuraged and preserved. The Blessing of such tables can be found in Book of Blessing nn. 1679-1696, or 1697-1700 (Shorter rite)
4. St. Joseph's objects: rosaries, scapulars, chords, medals, etc. associated with different devotions to St. Joseph may be blessed, imposed and/or disributed to the faithful. On more solemn occasions, the solemn rite of blessing as given in the Book of Blessings may be used.
5. Holy objects: holy water, oil, fruit, flowers, etc. associated with different devotions to St. Joseph may be blessed and disributed to the faithful on Wednesdays, or feast days associated with St. Joseph (cf. Book of Blessings 1185).
6. Blessings and other Gatherings: in blessings of persons/ gatherings, a suitable invocation to St. Joseph may conclude the prayers of intercession. Where appropriate, a prayer/song to St. Joseph may conclude the whole rite.

Devotions
1. Rosary: praying of the prayer "To you O Blessed Joseph" written for use after the Marian rosary by Leo XIII.
2. Liturgical services: such as the praying of Morning or Evening Prayer with the people, or the solemn celebration of certain blessings, are especially encouraged on the days in honour of the St. Joseph.
3. Paraliturgical services: chaplets (rosaries), novenas, litanies, processions and paraliturgical services appropriate to the liturgical season or a certain patronage of St. Joseph, or an aspect of his life, should be encouraged among the faithful. They are especially recommended on Wednesdays, the 19th of each month and his feasts - however, they should take place before/after Mass, and harmonize with the themes of the liturgical year.
4. Images: an image of St. Joseph, appropriately decorated, may be placed for public veneration in the church, especially in the month of March. It should not detract from the honour due to the Blessed Sacrament (especially when exposed) and should harmonize with seasonal liturgical symbols (e.g. Paschal Candle during Easter).

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