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The Holy Mass in Which theBishop Presides

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“All should hold in great esteem the liturgical life of the diocese

centred around the bishop, especially in his cathedral church;they must be convinced that the preeminent manifestation of the

church is present in the full, active participation of all God’sholy people in these liturgical celebrations…”

 – Ceremonial of Bishops # 11 

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“Hence, liturgical celebrations in which the bishop presidesmanifest the mystery of the Church as that mystery involves

Christ’s presence…” -Ceremonial of Bishops # 12 

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“These celebrations should also serve as a model for the entirediocese and be shining example of active participation by the

people.”- Ceremonial of Bishops # 12

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“When the bishop celebrates theEucharistic Sacrifice, the particularChurch is assembled in the most

characteristic moment of its existence

within the Body of Christ. The signs andcustoms of the ceremonial of our Riteemphasize the ministry of the chief

pastor, gathering his clergy and people inapostolic unity, leading them on our

common pilgrimage to eternal life.” - Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite # 463

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Preparations for the Bishop’sMass

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Vestments of the Bishop

- Cassock with purple trimmingsand fascia.

- Alb with amice.- Pontifical dalmatic.- Chasuble, pectoral cross on the

green and gold silk cord.- Zuchetto, miter & Crozier.

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Altar Preparations

- Prepared as usual for solemn Mass.- Seven candles in the altar, (altar cross if

necessary.)

- Finest vessels for the celebration of the liturgy.

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Ministers involve in the Mass of the Bishop

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The “Ministers” 

The “Ministers” or servers are those whose role isderived from that of the instituted acolyte. They

assist in the sanctuary. Their ceremonial duties areessential to good liturgy. However, the proper

exercise of their ministry at the altar depends onthe regular training and discipline, together withspiritual formation and encouragement. As noted

above, they wear an alb, or cassock and surplice,or some other vestment, but not secular dress.

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The Master of Ceremonies

For a liturgical celebration, especially a

celebration presided over by the bishop, to bedistinguished by grace, simplicity and order, amaster of ceremonies is needed to prepare anddirect the celebration in cooperation with the

bishop and other ministers.

- Ceremonials of Bishops # 34 

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 The MC should be well –versed in the history and

nature of the liturgy and in its laws and precepts.But equally he should be well –versed in pastoralscience, so that he knows how to plan liturgicalcelebrations in a way that encourages fruitfulparticipation by the people and enhances the

 beauty of the rites.

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 He should seek to ensure an observance of

liturgical laws that is in accord with the true spirit

of such laws and with those legitimate traditionsof the particular Church that have pastoral value.

– Ceremonials of Bishops

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0 MC0 Thurifer0 Crucifer

0 0 Candles0 0 0 Candles0 (BG) 0 Candles

0 Candle (7th)

0 0 Acolytes0 0 Clergy0 0 Clergy0 0 Monsignori0 0 Monsignori

0 0 Vicars General0 0 Deacons

0 Bishop0 MC

0 0 Vimpae

Order of Processionwhen the bishop

presides the mass

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When to use the Miter?

- Entrance procession- Liturgy of the word- Homily- Final Blessing- And while walking or sitting

When to Remove the Miter?- Before kissing the altar (incensation,penetential rite)

- During the gospel- After the procession of the gifts.

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When to use the Crozier?

- Entrance procession- Gospel (while standing)- Homily- Final Blessing

- And while walking or giving a blessing

When to Remove the Crozier?- Before kissing the altar (incensation,

penetential rite)-  N.B. staff first before the miter 

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