On November 27, 2011, the first Sunday of Advent, Roman Catholics in the United States will begin praying the Mass using a new translation of the third edition of the Roman Missal. While many of the prayers that have become so familiar to us will change, the Mass itself will remain the same.
The months leading up to the implementation should be a time of catechesis, not only about the changes that are scheduled to take place, but also about our Liturgy. We encourage all parishes and parishioners to take this time to read and study more closely the most wonderful prayer we have in our lives: The Mass.
Please explore this website that the Office of Worship has put together in order to make the transition to the new Roman Missal as meaningful and prayerful as possible.
FAQs
- What is the Roman Missal?
All of the prayers we use during our Liturgy come from the Roman Missal (known as the Missale Romanum). A missal is the book which contains not only the prayers we use, but the rubrics, or directions for the priest, readings and chants. It is 'Roman' because it comes from the Church in Rome and is used by what are called Roman Rite Catholics around the world. This book is issued by the Vatican in Latin and translated into the vernacular, or the language of the people.
- What is changing?
Right away, you will notice changes to the people's responses during the Liturgy. The most notable change will come in the beginning of Mass, and continue throughout, when the priest (or deacon) says, "The Lord be with you." Our response will now be, "And with your spirit." There will also be changes, some very slight, in the other prayers we say, such as the Gloria, the Creed, and our acclamations.
- Why are the prayers changing?
In the year 2000 Pope John Paul II promulgated a third edition of the Missale Romanum and from this Latin text, the new English version has been issued. In the second edition, translations were done using the principles of 'dynamic equivalence.' This method emphasized the overall meaning of the original text rather than a word-for-word translation. The translation for the third edition of the Roman Missal was completed according to the principles of 'formal equivalence.' This method demanded an exact translation of every word in the original Latin text. Our Mass is the same. There are new words, but many will find that they provide a deeper meaning to our celebration.
- Can we start using the new prayers at Mass before November 27?
No. The US Bishops have chosen the First Sunday of Advent, 2011 (November 27) as the starting date for the new translation. You may practice them before Mass or at other gatherings at any time, but they may not be used during the Mass until we all pray them together on that first Sunday of Advent, the beginning of a new liturgical year.
- What else is new?
There are additional votive Masses and Masses for the Blessed Virgin Mary, and additional Masses for various occasions. There will be Masses for the many new saints canonized during the time of Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI. There will be additional prefaces, new prayers and blessings, and emendations to the rubrics.
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Resources
Preparation Resources
Pew Cards
Online Resources
Today's Liturgy (OCP) has several bulletin resources to help parish assemblies learn the new ritual texts and to support the ongoing catechesis.
FDLC Roman Missal Formation Materials
Liturgy Training Publications (LTP)
Archdiocese of Washington
Implementation
Pdf of timeline
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Publications
There are seven publishers who will be releasing ritual editions of the Roman Missal.
Catholic Book Publishing Corp
Roman Missal, Deluxe Edition $159
Roman Missal, Altar Edition $129
Liturgical Press
Roman Missal, Chapel Edition $119.95 (30% discount on pre-orders)
Roman Missal, Ritual Edition $169.95 (30% discount on pre-orders)
Liturgical Training Publications (1-800-933-1800)
The Roman Missal, Regal Edition $500
The Roman Missal, Ritual Edition $175
The Roman Missal, Chapel Edition $ 95
Magnificat
The Roman Missal, Third Edition Available in a variety of sizes
Midwest Theological Forum
The Roman Missal, Regal Edition $500
The Roman Missal, Classic Edition $350
USCCB
The Roman Missal, Ritual Edition $169 (25% discount on pre-orders)
The Roman Missal, Chapel Edition $115 (25% discount on pre-orders)
World Library Publications
The Roman Missal, Deluxe Edition $395
The Roman Missal, Value Edition $195
Roman Missal Resources and Theological Refreshers
The Mass: The Glory, the Mystery, the Tradition, by Cardinal Donald Wuerl and Mike Aquilina, (Doubleday Religion, Inc, New York, 2011)
At the Supper of the Lamb: A Pastoral and Theological Commentary on the Mass, by Paul Turner (Archdiocese of Chicago:LTP, 2011)
The Eucharistic Prayers of the Roman Rite by Enrico Mazza (Liturgical Press, 1989)
The Eucharist: Essence, Form, Celebration, revised edition by Johannes H. Emminghaus (Liturgical Press, 1997).
The Genius of the Roman Rite: On the Reception and Implementation of the New Roman Missal. Keith F. Pecklers. (Collegeville: Liturgical Press, 2009)
The Origins of the Eucharistic Prayer by Enrico Mazza and translated by Ronald E. Lane (Liturgical Press, 1995).
Our Eucharistic Prayers in Worship, Preaching, and Study by Raymond Moloney (Michael Glazier, 1985).
A Short History of the Mass by Alfred McBride, O.Praem (St. Anthony Messenger Press, 2006).
Understanding the Revised Mass Texts. Paul Turner. (Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications, 2009)
Understanding the Revised Mass Texts: Leader's Edition. Paul Turner. Kathy Coffey. (Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications, 2010)
What Happens At Mass, Jeremy Driscoll, OSB, (Herefordshire: Gracewing Publishing; Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications, 2005)
With One Voice: Translation and Implementation of the Third Edition of the Roman Missal (Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Leaders, 2010)
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For Clergy
Resources available for listening
World Library Publications – Eucharistic Prayers I, II, III, IV
Recorded by Bishop J. Peter Sartain
Homily helps (coming soon)
Sample parts
Sample prayers
Chants of the Roman Missal
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For Catechists
The good news – there are numerous resources for DREs and catechists to begin their preparations for teaching their students about the new translations to the Roman Missal. However, finding those resources and choosing among them might be a bit time-consuming.
We've tried to lessen your load by putting together in one place some of the information that is available. This is by no means an exhaustive list nor is it meant to be an endorsement of any one resource. If you find other sites that you think would be helpful, please contact the Office of Worship and we will include them on the list.
CATECHIST Community - Teaching about the New Roman Missal
"The Catechist's Role in Preparing for the New Roman Missal" - An article by Msgr. Anthony F. Sherman
Our Sunday Visitor – A news blog on the Roman Missal Changes
Blogs, articles and resources on the changes to the Roman Missal
We Believe - Sadlier Religion
A series of articles by Fr. Ron Lewinski on preparing for the Roman Missal
Roman Missal Webinar - Loyola Press
A free Roman Missal Webinar by Joe Paprocki, DMin, an author, speaker and fourth grade catechist in the Archdiocese of Chicago.
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Music
NPM Website – Free downloads available
OCP Website – Revised Order of the Mass with new & revised Mass settings
GIA Website – Free downloads available
Mass of Renewal – Good for the Soul Music (William Gokelman/David Kauffman)
1-800-759-5805
Lift Up Your Hearts – Music for the Order of Mass – Liturgical Press
The St. Michael Hymnal – World Library Publications
Videos
David Haas on The New Order of Mass
Marty Haugen on New and Revised Mass Settings
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Workshops
The Archdiocese of Washington Office of Worship is conducting workshops around the diocese on the changes to the Roman Missal. These workshops are open to everyone but are directed toward clergy and parish leaders who will be responsible for preparing their parishes for the new translations.
Learn more now by visiting our New Roman Missal e-Learning Workshop.
New Roman Missal Workshops - Flyer
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Links
Websites
BLOGS
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Contact Us
The Office of Worship
301-853-4594
PO Box 29260
Washington, DC 20017-0260
liturgy@adw.org
Rev. Mark D. Knestout, Director
mknestout@adw.org
Joan G. Treacy, Assistant
301-853-5395
jtreacy@adw.org |
