Divine Worship

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• Registration of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
• LTP Memo and Order Form
• RCIA QUICK REFERENCE

Wednesday 15^th August 2018: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Thursday 1^st November 2018: All Saints
Saturday 8^th December 2018: The Immaculate Conception of the BVM*
Tuesday 25^th December 2018: The Nativity of the Lord

NOTES:
Mary Mother of God – 1st January 2018 is not a Holy Day of Obligation
The Ascension of the Lord is transferred to Sunday 13th May
*Immaculate Conception is always a Holyday of Obligation in USA.

The Monday-Saturday rule does not apply to the Solemnities of Christmas (Dec. 25) and the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8).  Catholics are obliged to attend Holy Mass on these days, even when they fall on a Monday or Saturday.  For the other holy days of obligation (Jan. 1, Aug. 15, Nov. 1), the obligation is removed when they fall on a Monday or Saturday (Decree of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops, December 13, 1991).

Tuesday 1^st January 2019: Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God
Thursday 15^th August 2019: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday 1^st November 2019: All Saints
Wednesday 25^th December 2019: The Nativity of the Lord

NOTES:
The Ascension of the Lord is transferred to Sunday 2^nd June

The Immaculate Conception of BVM is always a Holyday of Obligation in USA unless it is transferred to another date. This year it is transferred to the 9^th December since it falls on the Second Sunday of Advent (8^th December 2019). The obligation does not transfer.

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"I am pleased to announce to you that after having consulted with the Presbyteral Council, I have accepted the recommendation of the Office of Divine Worship to adopt an archdiocesan vestment that will be used by all our clergy for archdiocesan celebrations of the Most Holy Eucharist."

— Archbishop Sample

Read and review all the details, and letters from Archbishop Sample and Msgr. O'Connor HERE.

The Office of Divine Worship promotes and facilitates the good stewardship of the sacred liturgy in the archdiocese and within each parish through catechesis and training. Together with its chief steward, the archbishop, the people of God will seek to enhance the beauty of the sacred liturgy so that they may be “actively engaged in the rite, and enriched by its effects;” and in so doing, care for the poor and vulnerable of the world.

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To order a printed copy ($35 plus s&h) from the Archdiocese of Portland, please contat Ann Marie VanDyke at 503-233-8321.

Sometimes the faithful of a parish cannot be present at the Holy Eucharist during the week due to the absence of a priest or excessive travel requirements. Whilst daily Mass is highly encouraged and considered ideal, sometimes it is not possible. In these circumstances the faithful are likewise encouraged to gather and pray together.

There are many prayers and devotions which are available to a group of the faithful gathered in the absence of a priest; however the Liturgy of the Hours has pride of place since it is the 'Prayer of the Church'. The purpose of the Liturgy of the Hours is to sanctify the day and all human activity and this community prayer has a special dignity since Christ himself said: "Where two or three meet in my name, I shall be there with them" (Mt 18:20).'

Find full details HERE.

May 1, 2018

Dear Faithful of the Archdiocese of Portland,

Beginning on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ this year (June 3, 2018), Archbishop Sample has determined that during the celebration of Holy Mass, after the Lamb of God, the faithful will kneel.

This change will unite us with the Universal Church, the majority of the Dioceses in the United States and the other diocese (Baker) in the State of Oregon. More importantly, it will aid in the reverent participation of the Holy Mass and increase our devotion to the Holy Eucharist.

The current General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) states under the section regarding Movement and Postures that: “The faithful kneel after the Agnus Dei unless the diocesan Bishop determines otherwise.” [43] Previously, the Archdiocese had instructed that the faithful remain standing after the Lamb of God. [The General Instruction on the Roman Missal, 2000 Revisions and Adaptations for the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon.]

After the Lamb of God, the faithful should remain kneeling until they move from their place to receive Holy Communion. The tradition of remaining kneeling after the reception of Holy Communion until the priest has returned to his seat is to be commended.

Those who cannot kneel due to infirmity or other impediment should be seated so as to not impede the view of those who kneel.

Msgr. Gerard O'Connor, Director of the Office of Divine Worship of the Archdiocese of Portland, presents training sessions for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Parish Lectors.

He presents best practice for those involved in these important ministries. EMHCs will receive a copy of the Archdiocesan Vademecum. Each attendee will receive useful documentation appropriate for their ministry. 

Check back for future trainings.

"We are excited about last June’s launch of the Archdiocesan Liturgical Handbook (ALH). It is available from the Office of Divine Worship webpage in a downloadable pdf format and for purchase as an eBook from the Amazon Kindle Store."

Download full Issue 11 HERE.

DOCUMENTS:
Marriage Policy
Funeral Policies (Updated November 2017)
Confirmation Planning 2018
Norms for Ritual Masses (Matrimony, Funerals, etc.)

EPISODES OF "THE VOICE OF THE SHEPHERD":
Sacred Music Part 1
Sacred Music Part 2
The Sacred Liturgy
Liturgical Reform Part 1
Liturgical Reform Part 2
The Sacrament of Baptism
Reconcilliation
The Eucharist
Confirmation
Sacrament of Matrimony
Holy Orders
The Liturgical Calendar
Lent
Holy Week