LITURGY MATTERS: It's time to have your say
In many ways March seems a lifetime ago. As we watched the news about what was happening in China, none of us foresaw the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic until they fell upon us.
LITURGY MATTERS: Stark beauty
COVID liturgical opportunities and stumbling blocks for celebrants.
Since returning to the public celebration of Mass, I have been completely surprised by how engaged I am by the stark beauty of COVID restricted liturgy.
LITURGY MATTERS: Bereavement Ministry
One of the key missionary points for parishes is their contact with the dying and the bereaved. The Order of Christian Funerals states that the death of a Christian is a significant event for the entire parish community.
LITURGY MATTERS: Confirmation Review Update
Our website data suggests there has been a lot of parish activity sparked by the Diocesan Liturgy Council’s invitation to participate in a formal review of the ‘Pastoral Guidance for the Preparation and Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation’. That’s wonderful.
LITURGY MATTERS: A feast of information and opportunities for YOU!
Because there are so many things happening at the moment, today’s Liturgy Matters offers you a feast of opportunities and information which you might like to consider over a cup of coffee. Explore! Read! Ponder! Act!
LITURGY MATTERS: It’s time to talk about Confirmation
Even before COVID-19 came along, 2020 was the year Diocesan Liturgy Council (DLC) had scheduled to engage the community in a review of the document ‘Pastoral Guidance for the Preparation and Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation’. Any member of the community can participate. So, let’s get organised.
Sacraments of Initiation Fallow Year Resource
With COVID 19 came the cancellation of Parish Sacramental Programs and Confirmation and First Communion celebrations. At the same time, Bishop Bill invited us to take a fallow year to reflect on our current pastoral practice. The Diocesan Liturgy Council has prepared a resource document to support the community’s reflection.
LITURGY MATTERS: Perpetual Day of Remembrance Sept 15 ‘Shine the light of Christ’
Remembering is intrinsic to our life as human beings. Our hearts are warmed and our lives are shaped by fond memories. As individuals and communities we also remember the tough stuff, the horrendous stuff. These memories act as a profound corrective and call us to be better and to live differently. Without such memories we are at risk of repeating past injustices.