Fr. Mike delves into the essence of the liturgy, shedding light on its profound significance. He answers key questions about why the liturgy exists and what it truly means. Through liturgical practices, believers can encounter the grace of Jesus Christ, gaining direct access to God. The conversation also touches on the importance of community in worship and reflects on the pivotal document from the Second Vatican Council, highlighting how the liturgy connects us to divine redemption.
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Meaning of Liturgy
The word "liturgy" means the participation of the people of God in the work of God.
Through liturgy, believers engage actively in God's divine work in the world.
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Liturgy and the Paschal Mystery
The liturgy centers on the Paschal mystery: Christ's passion, resurrection, and ascension.
It is through liturgy that the faithful live from Christ's work and witness it to the world.
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Liturgy as Christ's Sacred Action
The liturgy is the exercise of Christ's priestly office involving sanctification through perceptible signs.
It surpasses all other church actions in efficacy as it involves Christ and His mystical body.
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The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a detailed and systematic presentation of the Catholic faith, covering topics such as the nature of God, the sacraments, moral teachings, and prayer. It serves as a reference for Catholics and those interested in understanding Catholic doctrine.
Dei Verbum
Dei Verbum
Luciano Pacomio
Dei Verbum, Latin for "The Word of God," is a Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation promulgated by the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965). It's a pivotal document in Catholic theology, clarifying the relationship between Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition. The document emphasizes the importance of both as sources of divine revelation, highlighting how God's self-communication is ongoing and active in the Church. Dei Verbum stresses the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding the Church's understanding of God's word and ensuring its faithful transmission throughout history. It's a cornerstone text for understanding the Catholic approach to interpreting and living out the faith.
Sacrosanctum concilium
Sacrosanctum concilium
Enzo Petrolino
Together, with Fr. Mike, we begin the section of the Catechism examining the liturgy. We start with an exploration of the questions of “why” the liturgy and “what” the liturgy is. Fr. Mike explains that it is through the liturgy that we are able to encounter the grace that Jesus Christ has won for us. He emphasizes that it is the liturgy that gives us access to God, himself. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1066-1075.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
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Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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