Join Jeffrey Pinyan, a software developer and lifelong Catholic, as he shares insights from his book 'Praying the Mass.' He delves into the meaning behind key rituals, like the sign of the cross, and the significance of the Penitential Rite. The conversation highlights how understanding the Liturgy of the Word enhances appreciation for the Mass. Pinyan bridges technology with faith, reflecting on the power of collective prayer and the importance of effective teaching in fostering a deeper connection to Catholic traditions.
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Jeffrey's Journey to Liturgy Love
Jeffrey Pinyan shares his lifelong Catholic background and how he reignited faith through liturgy and scripture in college and adulthood.
His experience as a fraternity ritual chairman helped him appreciate and teach the meanings of rituals.
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Sign of the Cross Meaning
The sign of the cross is deeply rooted in Scripture, reaching back before Christianity.
Making the sign sanctifies mind, senses, emotions, will, and strength, uniting us with Christ's cross.
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Mass Entrance as Biblical Pilgrimage
The Mass entrance procession mirrors biblical processions, symbolizing our pilgrimage with Christ leading us.
Christ is present at the altar, in the procession's front, middle, and back as our goal, presence, and shepherd.
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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by author and catechist Jeffrey Pinyan to talk about what's going on in the Catholic Mass. In this conversation, we dig into the first part of the Mass, the Liturgy of the Word. Jeffrey draws on Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the rich traditions of the faith to explain what each and every aspect of the Mass means – from actions like the sign of the cross to the importance of the Penitential Rite and everything in between.
Jeffrey is incredibly knowledgeable about exactly what's happening at Mass and his explanations will greatly enhance your understanding and appreciation for what's going on at Mass. A perfect guide for the non-Catholic Christian, new Catholic, or a Catholic who really wants to deepen their love for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
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