Greetings to all from Liturgy Brisbane.
As restrictions begin to lift across Australia, there is a sense of eager anticipation for the return to Mass.
Some parishes are having Mass for 20, some for 30, and some for up to 100.
These months of abstinence have given us time to reflect on our experiences of Eucharist and have highlighted the integral place of the liturgy in our lives. The first article in this edition of LITed is from Pope Francis, who explores the notion of Eucharist as God's memorial into which we are all invited. The second item is a link to a recent interview with three leading liturgists on what has been possible during this time of virtual liturgies. Finally, while some of us have found it strange to celebrate liturgy with only a handful of people, Sr Gerri Boylan's article explains how this is the normal weekly occurrence for people in remote areas of Australia.
As the Easter Vigil could not take place this year, the Archdiocese of Brisbane has proposed a modified pathway for celebrating the Sacraments of Initiation for adults. Links to this RCIA roadmap are provided as part of this LITed edition. You will also find a link to a new hymn written by Michael Joncas, in response to the health crisis, Shelter Me.
Let us continue to pray for each other.
Best wishes from Tom Elich and Clare Schwantes
As restrictions begin to lift across Australia, there is a sense of eager anticipation for the return to Mass.
Some parishes are having Mass for 20, some for 30, and some for up to 100.
These months of abstinence have given us time to reflect on our experiences of Eucharist and have highlighted the integral place of the liturgy in our lives. The first article in this edition of LITed is from Pope Francis, who explores the notion of Eucharist as God's memorial into which we are all invited. The second item is a link to a recent interview with three leading liturgists on what has been possible during this time of virtual liturgies. Finally, while some of us have found it strange to celebrate liturgy with only a handful of people, Sr Gerri Boylan's article explains how this is the normal weekly occurrence for people in remote areas of Australia.
As the Easter Vigil could not take place this year, the Archdiocese of Brisbane has proposed a modified pathway for celebrating the Sacraments of Initiation for adults. Links to this RCIA roadmap are provided as part of this LITed edition. You will also find a link to a new hymn written by Michael Joncas, in response to the health crisis, Shelter Me.
Let us continue to pray for each other.
Best wishes from Tom Elich and Clare Schwantes
Articles on Eucharist as Living Memory
Memory is not Something PrivatePope Francis reminds us that memory is not something private; it is the path that unites us to God and to others. In the Eucharist, God's memorial, we feel part of a living history, the living experience of a people.
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So What's Wrong with a Virtual Mass?Michael Kelly SJ interviews Dr Joseph Grayland, Prof Thomas O'Loughlin and Dr Carmel Pilcher about the Virtual Mass.
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The Middle of NowhereSr Gerri Boylan writes of her ministry in the parish of Mt Magnet, WA. In recent months, many of us have experienced for the first time what it is like to attend liturgy with only a few other people. However, this is not uncommon for those living in remote areas of our vast country.
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Roadmap for RCIA
The recent restrictions due to COVID-19 have prevented many significant church ceremonies over the last three months. The most significant was the Easter Vigil when the Elect in our catechumenate would have received the sacraments of Initiation, and our candidates would have been received into full communion.
As the COVID-19 restrictions are easing, communities are once again able to gather.
We are now able to plan the steps – a new roadmap – for the initiation for our Elect and the reception of our candidates into full communion.
The Archdiocese has suggested three Sundays in July for the celebration of the scrutinies and the first Sunday of August for the Sacraments of Initiation, as it may be symbolic to have parishes celebrating these rites at the same time. The readings for each of the chosen Sundays are particularly appropriate for initiation. Please note that candidates for full reception into the Church can be received at any time that is pastorally and liturgically appropriate.
A liturgy has been prepared for each of these Sundays which can be used in parishes where there are members of the Elect preparing for the Sacraments of Initiation. These liturgies are available on the Liturgy Brisbane website at https://www.liturgybrisbane.net.au/prepare/rcia-sacraments-of-initiation-2020-archdiocesan-roadmap/.
New Hymn By Michael Joncas
The Rev. Michael Joncas has composed and published a new hymn entitled "Shelter Me" in response to the global crisis of COVID-19.
The members of Spiritu recorded the song during lockdown from the shelter of their homes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3KifN7Jfpc
Further information about this new hymn is available at the links below.
https://news.stthomas.edu/father-michael-joncas-writes-shelter-me-to-bring-comfort-during-the-pandemic/
http://thedialog.org/national-news/new-hymn-composed-by-father-michael-joncas-for-time-of-coronavirus-pandemic-expresses-hop
https://thecatholicspirit.com/news/local-news/pandemic-inspires-father-joncas-to-compose-hymn-shelter-me/
Pope Francis - General Audience
During his General Audience on June 10, Pope Francis spoke about God's power to change the human heart.
Click on the image below to see the video clip with English captions.
Click on the image below to see the video clip with English captions.
SUNDAY READINGS - READ AT HOME
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Restrictions are beginning to lift, meaning that more people can attend Mass in some parishes. You may wish to continue reading the Sunday readings and associated commentaries at home in preparation for Mass. Click here to access the readings and commentary for the upcoming Sunday each week. |
FAMILY PRAYER - WEEK BY WEEK
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This resource is designed for families with young children. An extract from the Sunday gospel is provided, along with some reflection questions, family activities and a worksheet for children. Click here to access the Family Prayer resource |
Mass At Home in Languages Other Than English
The Centre for Multicultural Pastoral Care website has a page that lists the Cultural Communities in the Brisbane Archdiocese that are accessing Mass online (local and overseas) because of the need for Mass in languages other than English (LOTE).
If you know of anyone who would like to access Mass online in a language other than English, please let them know of these wonderful resources.
Visit Faith Online at http://multiculturalcare.org.au/diversity/faith-online/.
If you know of anyone who would like to access Mass online in a language other than English, please let them know of these wonderful resources.
Visit Faith Online at http://multiculturalcare.org.au/diversity/faith-online/.
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Liturgy News is a seasonal periodical from Liturgy Brisbane. A sixteen-page journal, printed in colour, the magazine is sent to subscribers either in hard copy or electronic form at the end of each quarter. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Liturgy News. In 2020, our covers feature four people from Australia and the Pacific who are travelling the path to sainthood. The Autumn cover features Dr Sr Mary Glowrey, a medical doctor who became a religious sister and lived much of her life in India. Each issue features commentary and insight from Australia's leading liturgists. Written for parishes, schools, experts and novices, Liturgy News is an essential tool for anyone working in liturgy! The complete index is searchable on the Liturgy Brisbane website, and back issues from 2001 onwards are available as PDF downloads. ORDER ONLINE at www.liturgybrisbane.net.au Magazine by Mail $30 per year + postage Magazine by Email $25 per year |
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SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RESOURCES
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The Wedding by LITURGIA has been designed for couples who are preparing their wedding liturgy. This electronic resource contains all the readings and prayers from the new revised Order of Celebrating Matrimony as well as music suggestions and lyrics of hymns. It runs on all Internet enabled devices: PCs, Macs, Tablets and Phones. Choose from the full range of prayers and readings and prepare the liturgy from start to finish. No need to type in any texts! View music suggestions for each part of the liturgy and insert your chosen hymns, with lyrics, into your liturgy plan. Type in the names of the bride and groom, and the names appear correctly throughout all of the ritual texts. Export your liturgy to Word or PDF and print a booklet, or create a Powerpoint presentation for use on display screens. It also comes with a companion hard-cover book (pictured) which contains all the prayers and texts of the Catholic marriage rite along with other helpful information. Click here to order. |
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