Why Celebrate Mass AD ORIENTEM? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Jul 20, 2024
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Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., discusses the debate over liturgical orientation in Mass, highlighting the theological, historical, and sacrificial aspects. He elaborates on the Ad Orientem versus Versus Populum celebration, presenting arguments from scholars and emphasizing traditional church practices.
Ad orientem posture enhances sacrificial nature of Mass, deepening understanding and participation.
Versus populum may distract focus from sacrificial essence, highlighting importance of priest's role in orientation.
Deep dives
Liturgical Orientation Debate
Debates on liturgical orientation, ad orientem and versus populum, have intensified, raising questions about the celebration of Mass. While opinions differ across generations, the focus remains on engaging in meaningful discourse to enrich appreciation of the Church's tradition.
Theological Perspectives on Liturgy
The theological significance of worship orientation is explored, emphasizing the sacrificial nature of the Mass. By facing ad orientem, the alignment towards God enhances the sacrificial aspect, facilitating a deeper understanding and participation in the Eucharistic celebration.
Phenomenological Considerations
Phenomenological observations highlight the importance of clarity in portraying the sacrificial act during Mass. Facing the people may lead to a potential loss of focus on the sacrificial essence, emphasizing the need for the priest's role in emphasizing the sacrificial aspect through orientation towards God.
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Exploring the Debate on Liturgical Orientation: Ad Orientem vs. Versus Populum
Father Pine talks about Versus Populum and Ad Orientem postures for saying Mass. He talks about why one may be used their bases in Church documents, and Why he prefers Ad Orientem.