Sacraments Eng. Taksa,11- 4- 2019.Indd

THE SACRAMENTS OF THE SYRO-MALABAR CHURCH

DECREE

No. 4935/2004 After due consultation and deliberation in the concerned forums and with the approval of the Synod of Bishops of the Syro-Malabar Church in its sessions held from 28th October to 15th November 1996 and from 5th to 16th November 2001 and after having obtained the recognitio of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches on 22 June 2004, the undersigned Varkey Cardinal Vithayathil, C.Ss. R, the Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church hereby promulgates the text of the sacraments, appended to this decree, namely, Child Baptism Imprimatur and Chrismation, Adult Baptism and Chrismation Sacrament Mount St. Thomas Varkey Cardinal Vithayathil, C.Ss.R of Reconciliation, Sacrament of Matrimony and Sacrament of 06-01-2005 Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church Anointing of the Sick, to be eﬀ ective from 6th January 2005 Thamarassery Bishop Paul Chittilapilly and with the same Act declares that all other texts hitherto in 06-01-2005 Bishop of Thamarassery use for administering the above-mentioned sacraments stand Chairman, Syro-Malabar abrogated from 6th January 2005. Synodal Commission for Liturgy All contrary dispositions notwithstanding. Published by Secretariat, Commission for Liturgy Major Archiepiscopal Curia Given from the Syro-Malabar Major Archiepiscopal Curia Mount St. Thomas, P.B. No. 3110 st Kakkanad P.O., Kochi-682 030 at Mount St. Thomas on 1 December 2004. Phone: 9446477924

Printed at Don Bosco IGACT, Kochi - 682 028  Varkey Cardinal Vithayathil, C.Ss.R. Phone: 0484-2806411 Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church Reprint 2019 PREFACE

The Congregation for the Oriental Churches, Rome, gave the recognitio for the text of the Sacraments of the Syro-Malabar Church on 24 June 2004 (Prot. No. 200/23). As per the Decree of the Major Archbishop Mar Varkey Vithayathil, the text of the Sacraments of the Syro-Malabar Church was promulgated on 1 December 2004. The text of the Syro-Malabar Sacraments was prepared after a detailed study and discussion lasting many years. The draft text prepared by the Central Liturgical Committee was discussed and approved by the Synod held on 28 October-15 November 1996 with necessary modifi cations and was sent to Rome. After a detailed study, Rome had given certain suggestions for the consideration of the Synod on 31 March 2000 (Prot. No.200/93). The revised draft prepared by the Synod on the basis of these suggestions was sent to the dioceses for further observations and suggestions. Considering the opinions from the diocese, the fi nal text was approved by the Synod held on November 05-16, 2001 and was sent again to Rome for recognitio on 14 December 2001. Having received the same, the Order of the Sacraments of Infant Baptism and Chrismation (Confi rmation), Adult Baptism and Chrismation (Confi rmation), Holy Matrimony, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick were published on 1 December 2004. The options given for the Holy Qurbana are applicable to the Sacraments too. The specifi c options given in the text of the Sacraments are also the prerogatives of the celebrating priest. The Order of the Sacraments came to be eff ective on 6 January 2005. Having verifi ed that the English version is true to the original Malayalam version promulgated by the Major Archbishop on 1st December 2004, I hereby approve this English translation as per the mandate given by the synod of Bishops of the Syro-Malabar Church. Table of Contents

Mar Paul Chittilapilly Chairman Syro-Malabar Archiepiscopal Sacraments of Infant Baptism and Chrismation January 6, 2007 Commission for Liturgy (Conﬁ rmation) ...... 9

Sacraments of Adult Baptism and Chrismation (Conﬁ rmation) ...... 55

Sacrament of Reconciliation ...... 115

Sacrament of Holy Matrimony ...... 121

Sacrament of Anointing the sick ...... 149

Rite of Betrothal ...... 173 Infant Baptism and Chrismation (Conﬁ rmation)

General Instructions

1. The celebrant wears the vestments prescribed for the celebration of the Holy Qurbana. 2. The ceremony begins at the main door of the church. The godparents and others stand at the door outside the church. The godmother carries the child. For convenience, she may hold the child in such a way that the child’s head rests in her right arm. The presence of the parents during baptism shall be encouraged. 3. The general rule is that the oil be blessed during the ceremony of baptism. For suﬃ cient reason, previously blessed oil also may be used. The oil is to be blessed with Myron (Chrism). Vegetable oil like olive oil, coconut oil and gingili oil can be used. 10 11

4. Water for each baptism shall be blessed on 11. The ﬁ rst anointing is done with the blessed oil of the occasion of the baptism itself, except in an the previous baptism. emergency. 12. The options granted in the Qurbana are valid in 5. It is desirable that the white dress, with which the the rite of baptism also. child is clothed after baptism, be brought by the 13. [ ] This sign denotes options granted in the rite of child’s own people. baptism. 6. They may be encouraged to bring the candle as 14. Holy Communion is to be given as early as well. It is good that the candle be decorated. possible after Baptism and Chrismation. 7. It is recommended that the rite of baptism be 15. Those who are not able to receive Chrismation performed once a month when many people can along with Baptism may be anointed, using the participate in the rite. It will help towards the text in this book starting with karozutha (page no ecclesial and social dimension of this sacrament. 34). The introductory prayers and the Liturgy of 8. Readings from the Bible may be limited to two the Word till karozutha are taken from the text of or three instead of four. If there are only two the Holy Qurbana. readings, the ﬁ rst shall be from the Epistles and the other from the Gospel. 9. The blessing before the Gospel reading shall be done with the Gospel. 10. Baptism is given by immersing the child in water thrice, or by making the child sit in water and pouring water over the head thrice in the form of the cross, or by pouring water over the head thrice in the form of the cross. Infant Baptism and Chrismation

The ceremony begins at the main door of the church. The godparents and others come with the child, and stand in front of the door.

C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) A: Amen. (3) C: Peace and hope to people on earth, always and forever. A: Amen. C: Our Father in heaven, C&A: Holy be Your name, Your kingdom come. Holy, holy, holy are You. Our Father in heaven, Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Angels and people sing out Your glory; Holy, holy, holy are You. Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 14Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 15

Give us this day the bread we need Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. And forgive us our debts and sins Give us this day the bread we need As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. And forgive us our debts and sins Do not let us fall into temptation, As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. But deliver us from the evil one. Do not let us fall into temptation, For Yours is the kingdom, But deliver us from the evil one. The power and the glory, For Yours is the kingdom, Forever and ever. Amen. the power and the glory, C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, Forever and ever. Amen. and to the Holy Spirit. Our Father in heaven, A: From eternity and forever. Amen. Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Angels and people sing out Your glory; C: Our Father in heaven, Holy, holy, holy are You. C&A: Hallowed be Your name, D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Your kingdom come. Holy, holy, holy are You. C: Lord God, admit this child, Your servant, to the fold of Your sheep and enlighten him Our Father in heaven, (her) with Your grace. Being reborn by water The Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. and the Holy Spirit, may this child become Angels and people sing out Your Glory; worthy to call You “Father”. Strengthen us, Holy, holy, holy are You. who are weak, so that we may administer this OR sacrament worthily. The Father, the Son and C: Our Father in heaven the Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. C&A: Hallowed be Your name, A: Amen. Your kingdom come, 16Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 17

Psalm 42 C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son C: As the deer longs for fl owing streams, and to the Holy Spirit. so my soul longs for you, O God. A: From eternity and forever. Amen. (Canon) “Unless one is born of water and the C: (Canon) “Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God”. Spirit he cannot enter the kingdom of God.” A: My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. shall I come and behold the face of God? The celebrant, extending his right hand over the head of the child, and with the palm C: Why are you cast down, O my soul, downwards, says the following prayer: And why are you disquieted within me? C: Lord, You who said: “Ask and it will be given Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, to you; seek and you will fi nd; knock and it will My help and my God. be opened to you,” fulfi l this gracious promise A: My soul is cast down within me, in this servant. You have given Your gift not Therefore I remember thee only to the wise and to the intelligent, but also to children. Your mercy has led this child to From the land of Jordan and of Hermon, the waters of baptism. You have enabled him From Mount Mizar. (her) to a new life by a spiritual birth. May this C: By day the Lord commands his steadfast love; servant, who now becomes a member of Your And at night his song is with me, mystical body, grow bodily and spiritually by A prayer to the God of my life. the reception of the sacraments. Together with this child, we thank you for the gift given to A: Why are you cast down, O my soul, this servant. Now and always  (blesses the And why are you disquieted within me? child) and forever. Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, A: Amen. My help and my God. 18Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 19

The celebrant asks the following questions Psalm 84 and the godparents answer for the child: My soul yearns, O Lord of hosts! C: Do you desire to be freed from To dwell in Your lovely dome. the slavery of Satan? It faints for the Court of the Lord. Ans: I do. My heart leaps, O God of Life! C: Do you abandon sin and the ways of sin? To praise in a joyful wave It sings for the Living God. Ans: I do. At your altar, Lord of lords! C: Do you accept Jesus Christ as your Saviour? A nest for the swallow seeks. Ans: I do. A home for the sparrow fi nds. Happy men who live with You First Anointing Sing praise in a lively voice. The fi rst anointing is done with the Their hearts know paths to Zion. blessed oil of the previous baptism. Baca valley turns to springs C: In the name of the Father and of the Son  As God’s men pass by the paths (anoints the forehead of the child with the oil) Rain fi lls land with the pools. and of the Holy Spirit, (Name of the child) is Yahweh’s men grow stronger still anointed with the holy oil. To behold, the Lord of Zion A: Amen. Witness our shield, Lord God. All go in procession to the Bema. The God of Jacob, hear our prayer following psalm may be sung during Look on the face of Your men the procession. Bless Your anointed ones. God of Jacob, God of gods Greater a day in your Court Than thousand days elsewhere. 20Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 21

God of hosts, God of gods! A: Happy are those whose strength is in You, Better a guard in Your House In whose heart are the highways to Zion. Than life in the wicked’s tent. C: As they go through the valley of Baca. Sun and shield, Lord of Lords And they make it a place of springs. Bestowing honour, grace A: The early rain also covers it with pools. To all those who walk upright. C: They grow from strength to strength. Praise and glory ever Amen The God of gods will be seen in Zion. Be to the Father, be to the Son, A: O Lord God of hosts, Be to the Spirit Amen. Hear my prayer. OR C: Give ear, O God of Jacob, C: How lovely is Your dwelling place, Behold our shield, O God; O Lord of hosts, My soul longs Look on the face of Your anointed. indeed, it faints for the court of the Lord. A: For a day in Your courts is better than A: My heart and ﬂ esh sing for joy a thousand elsewhere. to the living God. C: I would rather be a doorkeeper in the C: Even the sparrow ﬁ nds a home, house of my God than live And the swallow a nest for herself. in the tents of wickedness. A: Where she may lay her young, at your altars, A: For the Lord God is a sun and shield O Lord of hosts, my king and my God. He bestows favour and honour. C: Happy are those who live in your house, C: No good thing does the Lord withhold Ever singing your praise. from those who walk uprightly. 22Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 23

A: O Lord of hosts, never-ending praise and glory in the Church,/ Happy is everyone who trusts in You. crowned like a spouse with every goodness C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and grace./ You are the creator and Lord of all,/ the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and to the Holy Spirit. forever. A: From eternity and forever Amen. A: Amen. When the procession reaches the Bema Ch&A: Lord of all we bow and praise You D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Jesus Christ, we glorify You. (On Sundays and Feast Days) For You give man glorious resurrection C: Lord, our God, / when the sweet fragrance of And You are the one who saves his soul. Your love wafts over us / and when our souls C&D: The voice of the Lord is upon the waters. are enlightened with the knowledge of Your truth / may we be found worthy to receive Lord of all we bow and praise You Your beloved Son/ as He appears from the Jesus Christ, we glorify You. heaven. May we also glorify You and praise For You give man glorious resurrection You unceasingly in Your Church, / crowned And You are the one who saves his soul. like a spouse with every goodness and grace. / Ch&A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to For You are the Lord and Creator of all forever the Holy Spirit. From the eternity and forever. and ever. Amen. A: Amen. Lord of all we bow and praise You (On Days of Commemorations and Ordinary Days) Jesus Christ, we glorify You. C: Lord, Our God, for all the helps and blessings For You give man glorious resurrection You have bestowed on us/ and for which we And You are the one who saves his soul. can never be grateful enough,/ we oﬀ er You 24Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 25

OR D: Lift up your voices and sing aloud Ch&A: Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Let us all sing His praise glorify You. For You are the one who raises Bless the Lord our bodies, and saves our souls. Bless the Lord eternal. C&D: The voice of the Lord is upon the waters. Ch&A: Holy Lord of all Holy mighty One Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Holy immortal One glorify You. For You are the one who raises Have mercy on us. our bodies and saves our souls. C&D: Glory be to the Father, to the Son Ch&A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to and to the Holy Spirit. the Holy Spirit. From the eternity and forever. Holy Lord of all Amen. Holy mighty One Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Holy immortal One glorify You. For You are the one who raises Have mercy on us. our bodies and saves our souls. Ch&A: From the eternity and forever. Amen. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Holy Lord of all C: My Lord,/ You are truly the One who raises Holy mighty One our bodies./ You are the Savior of our souls, Holy immortal One and the preserver of our lives. / We are bound Have mercy on us. always to thank, adore, and glorify You,/ Lord OR of all, forever. D: Brothers and Sisters, raise your voices A: Amen. and glorify the living God. 26Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 27

A: Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Bows for blessing Holy Immortal One, Have mercy on us. Bless me, my Lord. C&D: Glory be to the Father, to the Son Celebrant blesses the reader saying and to the Holy Spirit. C: May God  bless you. Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, Have mercy on us. OR Ch&A: From the eternity and forever. Amen. C: May the Lord, who enlightens us through His Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal teachings, be gloriﬁ ed. May His grace always One, Have mercy on us. be upon You  and your listeners. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. (Repeat this in case of more than one reading from the Old Testament) C: Glorious, Mighty, Immortal, and Holy God / Genesis 12: 1-4 You are pleased to dwell in the holy ones. / We beseech You. / Look upon us, pardon us, Ezekiel 36: 24-28 and show us compassion, according to Your At the end of the Reading: nature. / The Father, the Son, and the Holy A: Praise be to the Lord, our God. Spirit,/ Lord of all, forever. D: Let us stand to sing the Suraya. A: Amen. The reader goes to the left side of the Suraya celebrant and facing the congregation Glory of God, heavens proclaim D: Brothers and sisters, please be seated and Now and the times to come. listen attentively. Sing hymns to the Holy Spirit A reading from the Book of.. (Old Testament). Alleluia, Alleluia. 28Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 29

Commemorate the Baptism S: The day speaks to the day incessantly. Of Jesus, the Son of God. A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, let us His creative art, the sky declares commemorate the Baptism of our Lord. Now and forever Amen. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Glory of God, ... C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. The day throughout, speaks to the day Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, Now and the ages to dawn. let us commemorate the baptism of our Lord. Glory of God, ... Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia Glory to Abba, Glory to Jesus, S: From eternity and forever. Amen. Glory to Holy Spirit. A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, Glory of God, ... Let us commemorate the Baptism of our Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Glory in Beginning, Glory today, Glory forever, Amen. S: Let us pray. Peace be with us. (On Sundays and Feast Days) OR C: Lord, God, illumine our hearts and minds C: The heavens proclaim the glory of God. Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, let us to hear and understand the sweet voice of Your commemorate the Baptism of our Lord. Alleluia. life-giving and divine commandments. In Your Alleluia. Alleluia. mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the fruits of love, hope and salvation beneﬁ cial S: The ﬁ rmament declares the work of His hands. to our body and soul and that we may constantly A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, let us praise You, Lord of all, Father, Son, and Holy commemorate the Baptism of our Lord. Spirit, forever. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. A: Amen. 30Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 31

(On Other Days) May Christ enlighten You with His teachings. In His great mercy, may He make you a true C: O, Sovereign Lord, knowing everything, You mirror for those who hear from your lips the are the source of every grace and blessing and words of His teachings. the provider for all in Your household. We beseech You. Look upon us, bless us, and show The reader reads facing the congregation; another server stands near with a lit candle. us mercy in accordance with Your nature. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Lord of At the end of the reading all, forever. A: Praise be to Christ, Our Lord. A: Amen. A server brings censer and frankincense. The celebrant puts frankincense into the The reader goes to the lectern at the censer and blesses it. right side of the celebrant and faces the congregation C: Lord, may the sweet fragrance of the perfumed oil that wafted from You when Mary, the sinner, D: Brothers and sisters, a reading from the letter anointed Your head, mix with this incense. We of St. Paul to the... oﬀ er to You this incense in Your honour, for Rom 6: 3-11 the forgiveness of our sins, and remission of OR our debts  Lord of all, forever. Gal 3: 26-29 D: Amen. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. Bows towards the celebrant Zummara D: Bless me, my Lord. My heart is throbbing Blesses the reader saying Stirred by a noble theme C: May Christ  bless you. And I sing Halleluiah For I sing ode to the king. OR 32Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 33

My tongue is scribbling The celebrant goes to the altar, along with Similar to poet’s pen the candle-bearers and censer-bearer. He takes the Gospel saying: And I sing Halleluiah For I sing ode to the king. C: Jesus Christ, light of the world and life of all. Glory be to the infi nite mercy that sent You to us, Halleluiah to the Father Our God Lord of all, forever. Amen. Halleluiah to the Jesus Our Lord The celebrant takes the Gospel and goes Halleluiah to the Spirit, Our God. to the Bema in procession, accompanied by two candles and censer bearers. OR C: (says in a low voice) C: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia My heart is stirred by a noble theme, Christ Our Lord, enlighten us in Your laws, infl ame our minds with Your knowledge, and sanctify our S1: As I sing my ode to the king. souls with Your truth so that we may be faithful S2: My tongue is the pen of a nimble scribe. to Your words and obedient to Your commandments. Lord of all, forever. Amen. C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son And to the Holy Spirit. D: Let us stand and listen attentively to the Holy Gospel. S1: As it was in the beginning Let it be forever. Amen. At the Bema the celebrant stands facing the congregation fl anked by the candle- C: Lord Jesus Christ, splendour of the Father’s bearers on either side. The censer-bearer glory, and the image of the Father, You stands in front of the Bema and incenses manifested Yourself to us in human body and during the reading. illumined the darkness of our minds with the C: Peace  be with you. light of Your Gospel. We off er You worship, A: And with you and with your spirit. glory, and thanksgiving, Lord of all, forever. C: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, as Amen. proclaimed by... 34Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 35

Jn 3: 1-8 give this servant the grace to live, doing Your OR will, we pray: Mt 3: 13-17 A: Lord, have mercy on us. A: Glory to You, Christ, our Lord. D: Lord, You who died, was buried, and rose up gloriously for us, bless this child, dead to sin At the end of the reading, the celebrant and come to a new life, we pray: closes the Gospel, kisses it, and hands it over to the server, who lays it on the A: Lord, have mercy on us. altar. The candles are returned to their respective places. D: That this child, desirous of being the temple of the Holy Spirit, be led along the path of A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. holiness, we pray: Homily A: Lord, have mercy on us. Karozutha D: That this child, called to be a member of the D: Oﬀ ering to the Lord this child, now becoming Church, be adorned with all spiritual and a son (daughter) of God through baptism, earthly blessings, we pray: let us pray saying: “Lord, have mercy us.” A: Lord, have mercy on us. A: Lord, have mercy on us. D: That the parents and godparents of this child D: Lord, You, who said that we will not enter be blessed to raise him (her ) as the hope of the the kingdom of God without being born parents, light of the family, and a good citizen again by water and Spirit, give this child the of the country, we pray: grace to become a son (daughter) of God by A: Lord, have mercy on us. rebirth through baptism, we pray: D: For the well being of our Holy Father Pope A: Lord, have mercy on us. (Name) ....., the head of the universal Church D: Lord, You who received baptism in the river of Christ, the Major Archbishop Mar (Name) Jordan and showed us the example of humility, ....., the father and the head of our Church, 36Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 37

Archbishop Mar (Name) ....., Bishop Mar A: Lord, we beseech You. (Name) ....., the father and head of our D: Let us commend ourselves and one another to diocese, and for all other bishops and their the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. fellow ministers, we pray: A: Lord, Our God, we commend ourselves to A: Lord, have mercy on us. You. II C: Lord, You who have asked us to preach to D: We beseech that You send us the angel of peace all nations, making disciples of them and and grace. baptizing them, help us obey Your command. A: Lord, we beseech You. May the Church, You have commissioned to build the Kingdom of God on earth, be blessed D: For a life without sin, all the days of our lives, to fulﬁ l Your will through us. May Your salviﬁ c and for lasting peace for Your Church, we day, on which the whole human kind is united beseech You. and assembled under one shepherd and one A: Lord, we beseech You. sheepfold, come soon. Let this sacrament we D: For the unity of love, which is the bond of administer be, by the power of the Holy Spirit, perfection, obtained through the fullness of the door to eternal life for the child. Lord of the Holy Spirit, we beseech You. all, forever. A: Lord, we beseech You. A: Amen. D: For forgiveness of sins and for graces that help S: Bless us, O Lord. Brothers and sisters, bow our lives and are pleasing to You, we beseech your heads for the imposition of hands and You. receive the blessing. A: Lord, we beseech You. Everybody bows. The celebrant bows and D: That You always grant us Your mercy and says the following prayer in a low voice. grace, we beseech You. 38Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 39

(On Sundays and Feast Days) C: Merciful God, bless us. Grant that all of us, as one body, may properly please You throughout C: Lord, Almighty God, Yours is the Holy Catholic our lives, by works of justice that reconcile us Church, the fl ock, redeemed through the passion with You. Make us worthy to off er You never- and suff ering of Your Anointed Son. By the ending praise, homage, thanksgiving, and grace of the Holy Spirit, who is one in Divine adoration. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Being with You, the orders of true priesthood Spirit, Lord of all, forever. are conferred through the imposition of A: Amen hands. In Your great mercy, You have made us worthy - weak and lowly though we are - to be Profession of Faith distinctive members of the mystical body, the C: We believe in One God, the Father Almighty, Church, to minister to the faithful. Lord, fi ll C&A: Creator of all things visible and invisible,/ and us with Your mercy and grace, and pour forth in one Lord Jesus Christ,/ the only begotten Son Your blessings through our hands. May Your of God,/ the fi rst born of all creatures,/ born of mercy and blessings be on us and on this Your the Father before all ages,/ and not made,/ true chosen people. God from true God,/ consubstantial with his (On Weekdays and during Lent) Father. C: Lord God, extend Your merciful right hand over Through Him the worlds were formed/ and all the universal and apostolic Church. Protect it things were created. from every danger, visible and invisible. In For the sake of us men and for our salvation/ Your compassion make us worthy to minister He came down from heaven;/ and became in Your presence with devotion, diligence, and incarnate by the Holy Spirit/ and became man,/ purity. and was conceived and born of the Virgin Mary. Resuming a straight posture, the celebrant He suff ered and was crucifi ed/ in the days of prays raising his voice: Pontius Pilate/died and was buried;/ and on the third day rose again/ as it is written. 40Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 41

He ascended into heaven/ and sits at the right Jesus at Jordan hand of his Father./ He will come again/ to Bowed most meekly judge the dead and the living./ Burdened by men’s sins We believe in one Holy Spirit;/ the spirit of Embracing Baptism. truth,/ who proceeds from the Father (and the Spotless, Lord God Son)/ the life giving Spirit. Cleanse us sinners We believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Shower your blossom Church./ We confess one baptism/ for the The grace of Baptism. remission of sins,/ the resurrection of the body,/ and life everlasting./ Amen. After reaching the baptistery D: Dear brothers and sisters, the celebrant All go to the baptistery in procession. starts praying for himself in preparation During the procession the following hymn may be sung. for administering holy baptism that gives the divine life. Standing in reverence and Praise and Glory diligence, let us now pray in silence. Lord God Holy C: Lord, You who seek out the lost and gather up Angles honour the scattered, have chosen this humble servant Thy name, ever. for priestly ministry in Your Church. Fulﬁ lling John, the Baptist all righteousness you received baptism from Prepared the Lord’s way John the Baptist from Jordan, and also Gospel of penitence appointed the apostles to administer the same. Preached, the Prophet. Grant me the grace to administer this sacrament in a worthy manner, Lord of all, forever. A: Amen. 42Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 43

Blessing the Oil and Water A: Holy, holy, holy Lord, the mighty God. Heaven and earth are fi lled with Your glory. Hosanna C: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of in the highest. Hosanna to the Son of David. God the Father, and the fellowship of the Holy Blessed is He who came and is to come in the Spirit be with us all. Now, always  (blesses name of the Lord. Hosanna in the Highest. the oil and water) and forever. If the oil is not blessed previously, it is A: Amen. done now: C: Let your minds be on high. Blessing the Oil A: Towards You, God of Abraham, Isaac and C: Lord God, may Your Holy Spirit come down Jacob, O glorious king. and bless this oil and dwell in it. May this oil, for the administration of baptism, the C: To God, Lord of all, we off er all praise and symbol of Christ’s suff ering and resurrection, worship. be sanctifi ed  in the name of Your adorable A: It is right and just. Trinity. Let this oil of anointing be a sign of life D: Peace be with us. for us. By this baptism accomplished through Jesus Christ, Your Son and our Saviour, may C: Lord, God. Our loving and merciful Father. we have the fullness of sanctity, the bliss You loved the world by sending Your beloved of the heavenly kingdom, and a share in Son to grant us promise of resurrection and Christ’s priesthood. We off er praise, honour, remission of sins. The oil of anointing You worship and thanksgiving to You and to Your gave to the forefathers, is the sign of life, beloved Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Now, empowering us to achieve the end. We adore  always (blesses the oil) and forever. You with the heavenly hosts. Praising You high and unceasingly, they proclaim You in A: Amen. one voice. 44Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 45

The celebrant dipping his thumb in the salvation. Purifi ed in body and soul, may we holy Myron makes the sign of the cross in be found worthy to off er praise, honour and the oil saying:. thanksgiving. Now, always  and forever. C: Signed, sanctifi ed and mingled with the holy Myron, this oil becomes the sign of immortality A: Amen. in the baptism for the forgiveness of sins. In The celebrant makes the sign of the cross the name of the Father and of the Son  and of in the water saying: the Holy Spirit. C: To be the new womb of spiritual birth through A: Amen. the baptism of forgiveness of sins, this water If there is no blessing of the oil, the is blessed and mingled with the holy oil. In the following prayer is said. name of the Father and of the Son  and of the C: Lord God, bless Your servants who are anointed Holy Spirit. with this oil, sanctifi ed by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, that they may become the A: Amen. temple of the Holy Spirit and partake in the The celebrant dips his fi nger in Myron and royal priesthood of Christ. The Father, the Son makes the sign of the cross in the water. and the Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. Anointing A: Amen. C: (Name of the child) is anointed with the holy Blessing the Water oil in the name of the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. C: Lord God, may the Holy Spirit, who descended A: Amen. on Jesus when He received baptism in the Dipping the thumb in the oil the celebrant Jordan, and who renews the human nature, anoints the chest of the child. come down on this water and dwell in it. Those who are baptized in this water may attain 46Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 47

Baptizing The celebrant gives the child the lighted candle. Baptism is given by immersing the child in the water thrice; or by making the child A: Amen. sit in the water and pouring the water over Karozutha in preparation for the sacrament the head thrice in the form of the cross; or of Chrismation. by pouring the water over the head thrice in the form of the cross. D: For this servant, who has become child of God C: (Name of the child) is baptized in the name of in baptism and is awaiting the gifts of the Holy the Father  Spirit, let us pray: “Lord, hear our prayer”. Resp: Amen. A: Lord, hear our prayer. C: and of the Son  D: That You send Your Spirit on this servant, as You did to Your disciples lost in prayer in Resp: Amen. Sehion Banquet Hall, we pray: C: and of the Holy Spirit  A: Lord, hear our prayer. Resp: Amen. D: That, ﬁ lled with Your Holy Spirit, he (she) Giving the White Dress may be braced up to live a life of holiness, C: May our Lord Jesus Christ adorn you with and rooted in faith, he (she) may glorify You the robe of sanctity and help you to a life of always, we pray: innocence. A: Lord, hear our prayer. The celebrant puts the white dress on the child. D: That the parents, teachers and benefactors, A: Amen. who raise him (her) up in Christian faith, be Giving the Lighted Candle to the Child infused with Your Spirit, we pray: C: May Christ, the light of the world, be your A: Lord, hear our prayer. beacon all the way. 48Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 49

D: Let us commend one another and ourselves to Gift us with holy love the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Make us serene, Lord A: Lord God, we commend ourselves to You. Refresh and renew us The downtrodden lot. C: Lord, Almighty God, we humbly pray You. Fill this child with Your Spirit. May he (she) Kindle the glow of faith grow up to the plenitude of Christian life. May Inside desperate minds he (she) be strengthened not to forget You in Brighten the drooping eyes prosperity, and to seek You out in adversity. Wiping the tear drops. Bless him (her) to bear strong witness to You Bring in the breeze of cool in life, and, then after death, to fi nd the bliss of Into the parched lands. eternal happiness. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blossom the withered branch forever. Pouring your gifts. A: Amen. D: Dear brothers and sisters, the celebrant begins The celebrant asks: to sign this child with the plenitude of the C: Being fi lled with the Holy Spirit and confi rmed grace of the Holy Spirit. In preparation, he in faith, do you desire to witness to Christ? now prays for himself. Staying devout and A: Yes, I do. diligent, let us pray in silence. C: Lord, Almighty God, we thank You for the C: May God bless you. infi nite mercy by which You sent the Holy All together sing the Hymn to the Holy Spirit. Spirit upon the apostles and strengthened them. O, Holy Spirit You shower the Church with the gift of the Descended on disciples Holy Spirit, through the imposition of hands by the apostles and their successors. Make Dawn on the faithful me, O Lord, your humble servant, worthy to Fill us with grace. 50Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 51

administer this gift to the child. Father, Son Anointing and Holy Spirit, forever. The celebrant after dipping his thumb in A: Amen. Myron and recites the following formula anoints the candidate on his (her) Imposition of Hands forehead in the form of the cross. The celebrant, extending both his hands C: (Name), having been baptized, is now and placing them, palm downwards, on the candidate, says: perfected and confi rmed. In the name of the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. C: God our Father, You have granted us, through baptism, new birth, membership in the A: Amen. Mystical Body of Christ, and title to eternal After anointing, the celebrant recites the life. Sign this servant with the promised Spirit following prayer: and give him (her) the spirit of fi liation that he C: Lord God, may the life-giving sign and the (she) may call You “Abba,” Father. Empower fullness of the grace of the Holy Spirit that he him (her), being fi lled with the divine Spirit, (she) has received, the new life he (she) has through the imposition of hands, to live as a begun, and the armour of justice he is wearing, brave soldier, bearing witness to the Gospel, shield him (her) from the enemy’s harm. and as a loyal servant of the Church. May he May he (she) be blessed to exude the divine (she) be fi lled with Your Spirit’s fruits of love, fragrance of Christ in his (her) life. peace, happiness, patience, kindness, goodness, A: Amen. fi delity, meekness and self-control. By Your grace, may he (she) be blessed to live a life Crowning the Child undefi led. We off er praise, honour, and worship In the name of the Father and of the Son and to You, to Your beloved Son, and to the Holy of the Holy Spirit (Name) is adorned with the Spirit. Now, always,  and forever (blesses the crown of life as the sign of spiritual joy and candidate). eternal bliss. A: Amen. The celebrant crowns the candidate. 52Infant Baptism and Chrismation Infant Baptism and Chrismation 53

All go in procession to the entrance of the and forgive us our debts and sins sanctuary door. The godfather carries the as we have forgiven those who off ended us. lighted candle. The following hymn may be sung during the procession. Do not let us fall into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. Son of God, at River Jordan For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the While embracing Baptism glory, forever and ever. Amen. Heaven’s portals wide open Halleluiah, Holy name. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Behold, Beloved Son of God If the Holy Qurbana is to follow, then it is resumed, beginning with “Onitha d’ Raze”. Abba’s Voice, heard from high Reverberated earth and sky Concluding Prayers Halleluiah, Holy name. C: Lord God, You have washed up and purifi ed Holy Spirit, celestial Dove this child in the blood of Jesus, the divine Descending from fi rmament Lamb, who takes away the sins of the world. Living water refresh life We thank You for having fulfi lled in this servant Sanctifying soul and heart. our Lord, Jesus Christ’s promise of the Holy Spirit. We praise You for having made this son On reaching the entrance of the sanctuary. (daughter) of Yours co-heir with Christ, and C: Together with this child, who has become a rich in the grace of the Holy Spirit. Bless this son (daughter) of God, let us implore God servant that he (she) may glorify You in truth calling Him “Father.” and spirit. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of C: Our Father in heaven all, forever. A: Holy be Your name, Your kingdom come, A: Amen. Lord, bless us. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. C: May the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Give us this day the bread we need Mary, St. Joseph, the holy Apostles, our Father 54 Infant Baptism and Chrismation St. Thomas, the Confessors, Saints and all the Adult Baptism Blessed in the Church, and of the Patron Saint of our parish, assist this child. May the life of and Chrismation (Confi rmation) witness of the saint, after whom this child is General Instructions named, be his (her) model.

A: Amen. Lord, bless us. 1. Normally, this rite is administered in four stages, Final Blessing keeping a clear interval between stages. The period of interval could be months or years. It is C: Blessed be the God who has raised us, through also possible to schedule these periods according baptism, to the status of the children of God. to the liturgical calendar. For example, the ﬁ rst May He help you to live as a faithful son stage may begin with Denha (Epiphany), and (daughter) of the Church. Having received proceed through the other seasons in such a way the Holy Spirit, may you become a daring that baptism is administered on Holy Saturday. missionary, bearing witness to the Gospel. Being supportive in dangers, consoling in 2. For suﬃ cient reason, the four stages may be sorrows and helpful in trials, may He protect reduced to one service. you until you reach the heavenly bliss that eyes 3. It shall be performed as a solemn ceremony of have not seen, ears have not heard and the heart the Church, highlighting the social aspect of the has not yet enjoyed. May God make you worthy sacrament, and the need for the participation of to be the hope of your parents, the light of your the parish. home, and an example of service for the people. 4. At every stage, godparents shall have a prominent May He bless you all abundantly, who have role. partaken in this sacred service. Now, always,  and forever (blesses all). 5. It is desirable that Cathedral parishes have pools for baptism by immersion for the adults. A: Amen. 56Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 57

Stage One C: (to the aspirant) Dear brother (sister), what do Entrance to the Catechumenate you seek? Ans: I seek Jesus, the Guru of the world. The ceremony begins at the main door of the church. C: What do you hope for by seeking out Jesus? Announcement: Dear brothers and sisters, we now approach the fi rst stage of the rite of bringing Ans: I believe that Jesus will lead me from false- this brother (sister), who has been seeking hood to truth, from darkness to light, and from Christ, into the communion of the Church. In the death to life. early Church, this rite was celebrated after due preparation. Our brother (sister) also has come C: May God grant you your heart’s desire. Our here after careful preparation. Let us, therefore, prayers shall be with you. begin this celebration by invoking God’s blessings D: Let us pray, Peace be with us. upon this brother (sister) so that his (her) desire may come true. C: Lord Jesus Christ, Graciously behold this servant who is looking for You. Hear his (her) C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) prayers. You, who are the Way, the Truth and A: Amen.(3) the Life, be the way and pathfi nder for this C: Peace and hope to people on earth, always and brother (sister). Lord of all, forever. forever. A: Amen A: Amen. Psalm 43 C: Lord God, Look upon this brother (sister) who C: O God, I have taken refuge in you; has come hopefully to the threshold of Your Send your light and your truth; may they lead me. House. Be gracious to him so that he (she) may (Canon) The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. have his (her) heart’s desire fulfi lled. Father, A: O God, I have taken refuge in you; Send Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. your light and your truth; may they lead me. A: Amen. 58Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 59

C: May they lead me and bring me of Your mystical body, grow spiritually and back to Zion, your sacred hill; bodily by the reception of the sacraments. Then I will go to your altar, Together with this brother (sister), we thank O God; you are the source of my happiness You for this gift given to him (her). Now, A: I will play my harp and sing praise to you, always,  and forever (blesses the aspirant). O God, my God. A: Amen. C: Why am I so sad, why am I so troubled? The celebrant asks the following questions to the aspirant and the aspirant gives the answers: A: I will put my hope in God, and once again I will praise him, My saviour and my God. C: Do you abandon sin and the ways of sin? C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son Ans: Yes, I do. and to the Holy Spirit. C: Do you accept Jesus Christ as your Saviour? A: From eternity and forever. Amen. Ans: Yes, I do. C: (Canon) The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. First Anointing D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. The fi rst anointing is done with the blessed oil The celebrant, placing his right hand on the of the previous baptism. head of the aspirant, says: C: In the name of the Father, and of the Son  C: Lord, You said: “Ask and it will be given to (anoints the forehead of the aspirant with you; seek and you will fi nd; knock, and it the oil) and of the Holy Spirit, (Name of the will be opened to you.” Fulfi ll this gracious aspirant) is anointed with the holy oil. promise in this servant. By Your grace, and A: Amen. cleansed of all stains of sin in the baptismal waters, may this servant come to a new birth. All go in procession to the Bema. The following psalm may be sung during the procession. May he (she), who now becomes a member 60Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 61

Psalm 34 When the procession reaches the Bema the celebrant lights the candle on the Bema, saying: I sought the Lord in faith He responded abrupt. C: May Jesus, the Light of the world, be a lamp Delivered me from fears. to your feet and a light to your path. Canon: Fear of God, the advent of wisdom C: Lord God, Illumine our hearts and minds to Come O Children, listen to me. hear and understand the sweet voice of Your Look to him, be radiant life giving and divine commandments. In Your face shan’t beabashed. Your mercy and grace, grant that they bear Canon: Fear of God, the advent of wisdom in us the fruits of love, hope, and salvation Come O Children, listen to me. beneﬁ cial to our body and soul and that we My mourning touched His heart may constantly praise you, Lord of all, Father, He delivered me from woe. Son, and Holy Spirit, forever. Canon: Fear of God, the advent of wisdom A: Amen. Come O Children, listen to me. The celebrant reads the epistle. OR Rom.13:11b-14 C: I sought the Lord and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. After the reading he gives a timely exhortation. (Canon) Come, O children, and hear me. Karozutha The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom. D: Oﬀ ering to God this servant who has begun A: Look to him, and be radiant; his (her) pilgrimage towards the new life, So your faces shall never be ashamed. let us pray saying: “Lord, be gracious to this C: This poor soul cried, and was heard by the Lord, brother (sister).” and was saved from every trouble. (Canon) Come O children, and hear me. A: Lord, be gracious to this brother (sister). The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom. 62Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 63

D: That this brother (sister) may listen to Your Word help you fi nd and follow Jesus Who is voice eagerly, performing deeds of light and the Way, the Truth and the Life. avoiding those of darkness, we pray: The celebrant gives the Gospel to the aspirant A: Lord, be gracious to this brother (sister). and continues: D: That this person may be enabled to accept and C: Lord Jesus Christ, make Your servant wise confess Jesus as Saviour, we pray: in Your Law. Kindle his (her) mind with Your wisdom. God our Father, grant this servant the A: Lord, be gracious to this brother (sister). knowledge that You sent Your only begotten D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Son, Jesus Christ, into this world. Prayer of Liberation A: Amen. The celebrant placing his right hand on the All proceed to the closed door of the baptistery head of the aspirant, prays: (or else to the baptismal font). During the procession the following Psalm may be sung: C: Lord Jesus, Who released the captives and forgave the sinners, liberate this servant, (Psalm 84) who calls upon Your name, from all bondage My soul yearns, O Lord of hosts! Release him (her) from all anxiety. Lord of To dwell in Your lovely dome. heaven and earth, in view of Your salvifi c It faints for the court of the Lord. suff ering, death and resurrection, free this My heart leaps, O God of Life! servant from all shackles and make him (her) To praise in a joyful wave Your own. Lord of all, forever. It sings for the living God. A: Amen. At your altar, Lord of lords! Handing the Gospel to the Aspirant A nest for the swallow seeks. C: Dear brother (sister), receive the Holy Gospel A home for the sparrow fi nds. of our Lord Jesus Christ. May the sacred 64Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 65

Happy men who live with You. OR Sing praise in a lively voice. How lovely is your dwelling place Their hearts know paths to Zion. O Lord of hosts! Bacca valley turns to springs, My soul longs, indeed it faints As God’s men pass by the paths for the courts of the Lord; Rain fi lls land with the pools. My heart and my fl esh sing for joy to the living God. Yahweh’s men grow stronger still To behold, the Lord of Zion, Even the sparrow fi nds a home, Witness our shield, Lord God. and the swallow a nest for herself, God of Jacob, hear our prayer. Where she may lay her young at your altars, O Lord of hosts, my king and my God. Look on the face of Your men; Bless Your anointed ones. Happy are those who live in your house, Ever singing your praise. God of Jacob, God of gods, Greater a day in your court Happy are those whose strength is in you, In whose heart are the highways to Zion. Than thousand days elsewhere. As they go through the valley of Ba’ca God of hosts, God of gods! They make it a place of springs; Better a guard in Your house The early rain also covers it with pools. Than life in the wicked’s tent. They go from strength to strength; Sun and shield, Lord of Lords, The God of gods will be seen in Zion. Bestowing honour, grace O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer; To all those who walk upright. Give ear, O God of Jacob! Praise and glory ever, (Amen) Behold our shield, O God, Be to the Father, be to the Son, Look on the face of your anointed. Be to the Spirit. Amen. 66Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 67

For a day in your court is better than Stage Two a thousand elsewhere. Training and Study I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my The ceremonies begin at the Bema God than live in the tents of wickedness. Announcement: My dear brothers and sisters, For the Lord God is a sun and shield; Our brother (sister), having sought out Christ He bestows favour and honour. and having listened to His call, has come here No good thing does the Lord to receive the sacrament of Baptism. Embracing withhold from those who walk uprightly. Christ, he (she) desires to become a son (daughter) O Lord of hosts, of the Holy Church. And we are all witnesses to happy is everyone who trusts in you. it. Let us now, together with this brother (sister), praise the Lord and seek His blessings. When the procession reaches the Bema, the celebrant stretches out his right hand over the C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) aspirant and prays: A: Amen. (3) Final Blessing C: Peace and hope to people on earth, C: Dear brother (sister), may the God of peace always and forever. grant you peace. He, who called you, is faithful. A: Amen. He will complete, in due time, the work he has begun in you. Go in hope. May the grace of our D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Now, always C: Lord God, Help this brother (sister) who seeks (blesses the aspirant) and forever. Jesus as his (her) Saviour, and open the way of A: Amen. eternal life before him (her). The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. A: Amen. The celebrant asks the aspirant the following questions: 68Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 69

C: Dear brother (sister), have you tried sincerely C: Even though I walk through the darkest to discover, in the word of God, Jesus, Who is valley I fear no evil; for you are with me. the Way, the Truth and the Life? A: Your rod and your staff they comfort me. Aspirant: Yes, I have. You prepare a table before me C: May God crown your eff orts with success. in the presence of my enemies. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. C: You anoint my head with oil; C: Gracious God, we praise You for this servant my cup over fl ows. who desires to embrace Your salvifi c plan A: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me in Christ. May he be blessed to proclaim in all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in faith, to experience in the word of God and the house of the Lord my whole lifelong. in prayer, and to realize in life, the mystery of Your redemptive work. Father, Son and Holy C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to Spirit, Lord of all, forever. the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. A: From eternity and forever. Amen. Psalm 23 C: (Canon) As a hart longs for fl owing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God. C: The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. (Canon) As a hart longs for fl owing streams, D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. so longs my soul for you, O God. C: Lord God, for all the help and blessings A: The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. You have bestowed on us and for which we C: He makes me lie down in green pastures; can never be grateful enough, we off er You He leads me beside still waters. never ending praise and glory in the Church, crowned like a spouse with every goodness A: He restores my soul, He leads me in right and grace. You are the Creator and Lord of paths for his name’s sake. all. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, forever. A: Amen. 70Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 71

Prayer of Liberation dedication are essential. Moreover, You need be The celebrant, placing his right hand on the able to love God and man, and receive the Holy head of the aspirant, prays: Spirit, the gift of God, to call upon God as Father. Listening to the word of God, let us prepare C: Merciful Jesus, Who said, “He who sees me ourselves for this. sees the Father,” graciously look upon this servant. Release him (her) from all shackles The lectors and the celebrant make the following readings from Sacred Scripture. and groom him (her) to live as Your son (daughter). Help him (her) walk the path of First reading: I Deut 6:1-7 holiness, keeping Your commandments and Second reading: Is 62:1-5 avoiding all occasions of sin. Lord of all, Third reading: Gal 4 :4-7 forever. Gospel: Mt 16:13-18 A: Amen. Homily C: Lord God, illumine our hearts and minds to hear Karozutha and understand the sweet voice of Your life- D: Standing in reverence and diligence, let us giving and divine commandments. In Your pray saying: “Lord, have mercy on us.” mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the A: Lord, have mercy on us. fruits of love, hope, and salvation benefi cial to our body and soul and that we may constantly D: That this servant who desires to follow You, may deny himself (herself) and gain lasting praise You, Lord of all, the Father, the Son, peace and real happiness, we pray: and Holy Spirit, forever. A: Lord, have mercy on us. A: Amen. D: That the whole world may come to know the Announcement: You need fi rmly believe in the Good News of the Gospel of Christ, we pray: salvifi c plan of Jesus to be found worthy to receive His baptism and to live as member of the A: Lord, have mercy on us. Holy Church. Besides, conversion, renewal and 72Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 73

D: That this servant may come to know that the C: We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, foolishness of the Cross is greater than the People join the celebrant. wisdom of the world, we pray: Creator of all things visible and invisible, and A: Lord, have mercy on us. in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten D: That this servant may, by the grace of the Holy Son of God, the fi rst born of all creatures, Spirit, be freed from all fear and anxiety, we born of the Father before all ages, and not pray: made, true God from true God, consubstantial A: Lord, have mercy on us. with his Father. D: That this servant may, cleansed of all enmity Through Him the worlds were formed and all and hatred, and loving and serving his (her) things were created. For the sake of us men fellow beings, bear witness to You, we pray: and for our salvation He came down from A: Lord, have mercy on us. heaven; and became incarnate by the Holy Spirit and became man, and was conceived D: That this servant may, absolved of all sins, walk the path of holiness, we pray: and born of the Virgin Mary. A: Lord, have mercy on us. He suff ered and was crucifi ed in the days of Pontius Pilate, died and was buried; and on D: That this servant may have the enduring faith the third day rose again as it is written. to overcome all hurdles in life, we pray: He ascended into heaven and sits at the right A: Lord, have mercy on us. hand of his Father. He will come again to D: Let us commend ourselves and one another judge the dead and the living. to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. We believe in one Holy Spirit; the spirit of A: Lord, our God, we commend ourselves to You. truth, who proceeds from the Father (and the Son) the life giving Spirit. Announcement: Brothers and Sisters, as a sign of accepting Jesus as Guru, Lord and Saviour, you may now make the profession of faith. 74Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 75

We believe in one, holy, catholic, and C: Do you believe that He suff ered and was apostolic Church. We confess one baptism for crucifi ed in the days of Pontius Pilate, died the remission of sins, the resurrection of the and was buried; and on the third day rose body, and life everlasting. Amen. again as it was written? OR Ans: I do. C: Do you believe in one God, the Father C: Do you believe that He ascended into Heaven Almighty, Creator of all things, visible and and sits at the right hand of the Father and that and invisible? He will come again to judge the dead and the Ans: I do. living? C: Do you believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the Ans: I do. only begotten son of God, the fi rst born of all C: Do you believe in the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of creatures, born of the Father before all ages Truth, who proceeds from the Father (and the and not made? Son), the life giving Spirit? Ans: I do. Ans: I do. C: Do you believe that He is the true God from C: Do you believe in the one holy, catholic and true God, consubstantial with the Father, and apostolic Church? that through Him the universe was formed Ans: I do. and all things were created? C: Do you believe in the one baptism for the Ans: I do. remission of sins, the resurrection of the body C: Do you believe that for the sake of men and and life everlasting? for our salvation, He came down from Heaven Ans: I do. and became man, and was conceived and born of the Virgin Mary? C: May Almighty God strengthen you to live by the faith you have now confessed. Ans: I do. 76Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 77

Giving the Cross Stage Three C: Dear brother (sister), the Cross, the symbol of The Lord’s Prayer and the Anointing Christ’s redemptive work, is the very seal and The ceremony begins at the Bema hope of Christians. To remind you that you Announcement: Dear brothers and sisters, the belong to Christ, I mark you  with the sign aspirant, having listened to the call of the Lord, of the Cross. follows Christ. Jesus Christ makes him worthy of The celebrant makes the sign of the cross on the His Kingdom, having redeemed him from the powers forehead of the aspirant with his right hand thumb, of darkness. He grants the aspirant the grace to and then holding the cross the celebrant says: hear the Good News of the Lord, and to be anointed. He renders him worthy to be reborn of water and C: May this Cross, the symbol of God’s love, be the Spirit, and to call God “Father.” May these for your eternal salvation (gives the Cross to services be the immediate preparation for the aspirant the aspirant). towards becoming a new creation in Jesus Christ. Final Blessing C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) The celebrant places his right hand on the head A: Amen. (3) of the aspirant and prays: C: Peace and hope to people on earth, C: May the Cross of Christ keep you always always and forever. out of danger. May God strengthen you in A: Amen. your faith to live by the Law of Christ. May whoever sees your good deeds give glory to C: Lord God, lead this brother (sister) along the the heavenly Father. May the Lord make you path of Truth, as he (she) is preparing himself worthy to receive baptism devoutly after due (herself) to be raised to the status of the child preparation. And may His grace remain in of God, through baptism. May his (her) eﬀ orts, you, now, always  (blesses the aspirant) and by Your grace, bear fruit. The Father, the Son for ever. and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. A: Amen. A: Amen. 78Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 79

The Celebrant asks the aspirant: A: My soul is cast down within me, C: Do you believe that the Cross, given to you Therefore I remember thee from the land of as the symbol of God’s love, is the source of Jordan and of Hermon from Mount Mizar. hope and the sign of salvation? C: By day the Lord commands his stead fast love; Ans: Yes, I do. and at night his song is with me, a prayer to the God of my life. C: May God bless you. A: Why are you cast down, O my soul, C: Lord God, bless this servant who desires to be and why are you disquieted within me? Your son (daughter). Grant him (her) the grace Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, to accept Jesus as Saviour, and to be anointed My help and my God. in the Holy Spirit. Make him (her) worthy to call you “Father.” Lord of all, forever. C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. A: From eternity and foreverAmen. Psalm 42 C: (Canon) Unless one is born of water and the C: As a deer longs for ﬂ owing streams, so my Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. soul longs for you, O God. (Canon) Unless one is born of water and the D: Let us pray. Peace be withus. Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. C: Lord God, for all the helps and blessings A: My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. You have bestowed on us and for which we When shall I come and behold the face of God? can never be grateful enough, we oﬀ er You never ending praise and glory in the Church, C: Why are you cast down, O my soul, crowned like a spouse with every goodness And why are you disquieted with in me? and grace. You are the creator and Lord of all. Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, forever. My help and my God. A: Amen. 80Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 81

Readings D: Lord! You, who received baptism in the river Genesis 12:1-4 Jordan and showed us the example of humility, give this servant the grace to live, doing Your Isaiah 61:1-3, 6, 8-9 will, we pray: Ephesians 4:5-6 A: Lord, have mercy. After the readings the deacon announces: D: Lord, You who died, was buried, and rose up D: Dear brothers and sisters, the celebrant now gloriously for us, bless this brother (sister), oﬃ cially proclaims the Lord’s Prayer to this dead to sin and come to a new life, we pray: aspirant. Let us pray for him (her) that he A: Lord, have mercy. (she) may endure in his (her) prayer life. D: That this servant, desirous of being the temple Mathew 6:9-15 of the Holy Spirit, be led along the path of Homily holiness, we pray: Karozutha A: Lord, have mercy. D: Oﬀ ering to the Lord this brother (sister), who D: That this servant, called to be a member of is going to become a son (daughter) of God the Church, be adorned with all spiritual and through baptism, let us pray saying: “Lord, earthly blessings, we pray: have mercy.” A: Lord, have mercy. A: Lord, have mercy. D: For the well being of the Holy Father Pope D: Lord, You, who said no one that no one will ....., the Head of the Universal Church of enter the kingdom of God without being born Christ, the Major Archbishop ..... the Father again by water and the Spirit, give this servant and Head of our Church, the Archbishop/ Bishop Mar ....., the Father and Head of our the grace to become a son (daughter) of God Diocese, and for all other bishops and their by rebirth through baptism, we pray: fellow ministers, we pray: A: Lord, have mercy. A: Lord, have mercy. 82Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 83

II Help this brother (sister) grow in holiness and S: We beseech You to send us the angel of peace wisdom before God and men. Keep him (her) and grace. in the shade of Your protection until he (she) joins You in Your Heavenly Kingdom. Father, A: Lord, we beseech You. Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. S: For a life without sin, and for lasting peace for A: Amen. Your Church, we beseechYou. Imposition of Hands A: Lord, we beseech You. The celebrant places his right hand on the S: For the unity of love, which is the bond of aspirant and prays: perfection, obtained through the fullness of C: Lord Jesus Christ, receive this servant, by the Holy Spirit, we beseech You. anointing, into the fold of the elect. Help this A: Lord, we beseech You. brother (sister) become the temple of the Holy S: For forgiveness of sins and for graces that help Spirit. May he (she) grow worthy to adore You our lives and are pleasing to You, we beseech in truth and in spirit and to off er You sacrifi ces You. of praise. Lord of all, forever. A: Lord, we beseech You. A: Amen. S: That You may always grant us Your mercy Anointing and grace, we beseech You. C: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love A: Lord, we beseech You. of God the Father, and the fellowship of the S: Let us commend ourselves one another and to Holy Spirit be with us all. now, always  the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Celebrant blesses the oil) and forever. A: Lord, our God, we commend ourselves to You. A: Amen. C: Lord God, bless this servant whom You have C: Let your minds be on high. called to Your Church out of infi nite mercy. 84Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 85

A: Towards You, God of Abraham, Isaac and Blessing the Oil Jacob, O glorious King. C: Lord God, May Your Holy Spirit come down C: To God, the Lord of all, we off er all praise and and dwell in this oil, blessing it. May this worship. oil for the administration of baptism, the A: It is right and just. symbol of Christ’s suff ering and resurrection, be sanctifi ed  in the name of the adorable D: Peace be with us. Trinity. Let this oil of anointing be a sign of C: Lord God, Our loving and merciful Father, life for us. By this baptism accomplished by sending Your beloved Son You have loved through Jesus Christ, Your Son and our the world and promised us resurrection and Saviour, may we have the fullness of sanctity, remission of sins. The oil of anointing You the bliss of the heavenly kingdom, and a gave to the fore fathers, is the sign of life, share in Christ’s priesthood. We off er praise, empowering us to achieve the end. We adore honour, worship and thanksgiving to You and You with the heavenly hosts. Praising You to Your beloved Son, and to the Holy Spirit. high and unceasingly, they proclaim You in now,  always (blesses the oi1) and forever. onevoice. A: Amen. A: Holy, holy, holy Lord, the mighty God. The celebrant dipping his thumb in the holy Heaven and earth are fi lled with Your glory. Myron makes the sign of the cross in the holy Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna to the Son oil saying: of David. Blessed is He who came and is to C: Signed, sanctifi ed and infused with the holy come in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the Myron, this oil becomes the sign of immortality Highest. in the baptism for the forgiveness of sins. In If the oil is not blessed previously, it is now the name of the Father and of the Son  and blessed reciting the following prayer: of the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. 86Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 87

If there is no blessing of the oil, the following to the glory of God. Cleanse his (her) heart prayer is said. and enlighten his (her) mind that he (she) may C: Lord, God, bless Your servants, anointed with live observing Your commandments. Now, this oil, sanctiﬁ ed by the in dwelling of the always  and (blesses the aspirant) for ever. Holy Spirit, that they may become the temple A: Amen. of the Holy Spirit and partake of the royal priesthood of Christ. The Father, the Son and Stage Four the Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. Baptism A: Amen. The ceremonies begin at the Bema Anointing Announcement: Dear brothers and sisters, today The celebrant dips his thumb in the holy oil and the aspirant’s search for the life giving water reaches anoints the forehead of the aspirant saying its decisive stage. He (she) is to be reborn through the baptism for the remission of sins. And ﬁ lled with C: (Name) is anointed with the holy oil, in the the Holy Spirit, he (she) is to be the temple of the name of the Father and of the Son  and of Holy Trinity. He (she) will be receiving the life giving the Holy Spirit body and blood of the Lord and prospering to a full A: Amen communion with Christ. Moreover, he (she) will be welcomed into the fellowship of the members of the Final Blessing Mystical Body of Christ. Let us thank God Almighty C: Lord God, we thank You for having opened for all these blessings. the door of eternal salvation before the human The celebrant asks the aspirant race through our Saviour Jesus Christ. Shower C: Dear brother (sister), Are you resolved to Your blessings upon this brother (sister) who embrace Jesus Christ as Saviour, and to be a is preparing for baptism. Strengthen him (her) member of the Holy Church through baptism, so that he (she) may, as a member of the one, in the light of your pilgrimage (after) Truth? holy, catholic and apostolic Church, minister A: Yes, I am. 88Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 89

C: What Christian name would you wish to have? For Yours is the kingdom, A: I wish to have (name) as my Christian name. The power and the glory, Forever and ever. Amen. C: From now on, you will be called (name). May God bless you. C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) A: From eternity and forever. Amen. A: Amen. (3) C: Our Father in heaven, C: Peace and hope to people on earth, always and forever. C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come. A: Amen. Holy, holy, holy are You. C: Our Father in heaven, Our Father in heaven, C&A: Holy be Your name, Your kingdom come. The Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Holy, holy, holy are You. Angels and people sing out Your Glory; Our Father in heaven, Holy, holy, holy are You. Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Angels and people sing out Your glory; OR Holy, holy, holy are You. C: Our Father in heaven Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name, C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day the bread we need Give us this day the bread we need And forgive us our debts and sins And forgive us our debts and sins As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. Do not let us fall into temptation, Do not let us fall into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. 90Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 91

But deliver us from the evil one. A: Bless the Lord, O my soul, O Lord my God, For Yours is the kingdom, you are very great. the power and the glory, C: You are clothed with honour and majesty. Forever and ever. Amen. Wrapped in light as with a garment. Our Father in heaven, You stretch out the heavens like a tent Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. A: You set the beams of your chambers on the Angels and people sing out Your glory; waters. You make the clouds your chariot, Holy, holy, holy are You. you ride on the wings of the wind. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. C: You make the winds your messengers, C: Lord God, admit Your servant, who seeks Your ﬁ re and ﬂ ame your ministers. grace,to the fold of Your sheep and kindle him A: You set the earth on its foundations, (her) with Your grace. Make him (her) worthy so that it shall never be shaken. to call You “Father”, being reborn by water and the Holy Spirit. Strengthen us, who are C: You cover it with the deep as with a garment; weak, that we may administer this sacrament the waters stood above themountains. worthily. The Father, the Son and Holy Spirit, A: When you send forth your spirit, they are Lord of all, forever. created, and you renew the face of the ground. A: Amen. C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and Pslam 104 to the Holy Spirit. C: Bless the Lord, O my soul, O Lord my God, A: From eternity and forever. Amen. you are very great. C: (Canon) I praise you Father, (Canon) I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth. Lord of heaven and earth D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. 92Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 93

C: Lord God, for all the helps and blessings C: My Lord, you are truly the One Who raises You have bestowed on us and for which we our bodies. You are the Savior of our souls, can never be grateful enough, we oﬀ er You and the preserver of our lives. We are bound never ending praise and glory in the Church, always to thank, adore, and glorify You, Lord crowned like a spouse with every goodness of all, forever. and grace. You are the Creator and Lord of all. A: Amen. The Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit, forever. D: Brothers and Sisters, raise your voice and, A: Amen. glorify the living God. Ch&A: Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we A: Holy God, Holy Mighty One, glorify You. For You are the one who raises Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. our bodies, and saves our souls. C&D: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son C&D: Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created. and to the Holy Spirit. And You shall renew the face of the earth. Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Holy Immortal One, Have mercy on us. glorify You. For You are the one who raises Ch&A: From eternity and forever. Amen. our bodies and saves our souls. Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Ch&A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and Holy Immortal One, Have mercy on us to the Holy Spirit. From eternity and forever. S: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Amen. C: Glorious, Mighty, Immortal, and Holy God, You Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we are pleased to dwell in the holy ones. We beseech glorify You. For You are the one who raises You, Look upon us, pardon us, and show us our bodies and saves our souls. compassion, according to Your nature. Father, D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Son, and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever. A: Amen. 94Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 95

The reader goes to the left side of the celebrant D: The fi rmament declares the work of His hands. and faces the congregation: A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, / let us D: Brothers and Sisters, please be seated and commemorate St...... (name) listen attentively. A reading from the book of ….. (Old Testament) Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Bows for blessing D: The day speaks to the day incessantly. Bless me, my Lord. A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, / let us The celebrant blesses the reader saying: commemorate St...... (name). C: May God  bless you. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. OR C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to C: May the Lord, Who enlightens us through His the Holy Spirit. / Singing hymns to the Holy teachings, be glorifi ed. May His grace always Spirit,/let us commemorate St...... be upon you and your listeners. (the saint). Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia Exodus 17:3-7 D: From eternity and forever. Amen. Ezekiel 36:24-28 A: Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, let us Repeat this if there is more than one reading commemorate St...... (the saint). from the Old Testament. At the end of the Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Reading: D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. A: Praise be to the Lord, our God. C: Lord God, illumine our hearts and minds to D: Let us stand to sing the Suraya. hear and understand the sweet voice of Your C: The heavens proclaim the glory of God. life -giving and divine commandments. In Your / Singing hymns to the Holy Spirit, / let us mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the commemorate St...... (name). fruits of love, hope, and salvation benefi cial to Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia 96Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 97

our body and soul and that we may constantly May Christ enlighten You with His teachings. praise You, Lord of all, Father, Son, and Holy In His great mercy, may He make You a true Spirit, forever. mirror for those who hear from your lips the A: Amen. words of His teachings. OR Roma 6:3-5 The lector reads facing the congregation. At the C: O Sovereign Lord, knowing everything, You end of the reading: are the source of every grace and blessing and A: Praise be to Christ, Our Lord. the amazing Provider for all in Your household. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. We beseech You to look upon us, bless us, and show us mercy in accordance with Your Zummara nature. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Alleluia, sing Alleluia Alleluia, Alleluia (2) Spirit, Lord of all, forever. My heart is stirred by a noble theme C: Amen. As I sing my ode to the king The reader goes to the lectern at the right side of My tongue is the pen of a nimble scribe. the celebrant, faces the congregation and says: D: Brothers and sisters, a reading from the letter Glory be to the Father, and to the Son of St...... to the...... and to the Holy Spirit. Bows towards the celebrant As it was in the beginning Let it be forever, Amen. Bless me, my Lord. Alleluia, sing Alleluia Alleluia, Alleluia The celebrant blesses the reader saying: C: Lord Jesus Christ, Splendour of the Father’s C: May Christ  bless you. glory and the Image of the Father, You OR manifested Yourself to us in human body and illumined the darkness of our minds with the 98Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 99

light of Your Gospel. We off er You worship, A: And with you and with your spirit. glory, and thanksgiving. Lord of all, forever. C: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, as Amen. proclaimed by St.………….. The celebrant goes to the altar, along with the candle-bearers and censer-bearer. He takes the A: Glory to You, Christ, OurLord. Gospel saying: Luke 4:16-22 C: Jesus Christ, The light of the world and the At the end of the reading, the celebrant closes Life of all. Glory be to the infi nite mercy that the Gospel, kisses it, and hands it over to the sent you to us. Lord of all, forever. Amen. server, who places it on the altar. The candles are returned to their respective places. The celebrant takes the Gospel and goes to the Bema in procession, accompanied by two A: Glory to You Christ, OurLord. candles and censer bearers. Homily C: (says in a low voice) Karozutha Christ Our Lord, Enlighten us in Your laws, The second deacon begins the Karozutha from infl ame our minds with Your knowledge, and the Bema. sanctify our souls with Your truth so that we may I be faithful to Your words and obedient to Your D: Presenting before God this aspirant, desirous commandments. Lord of all, forever. Amen. of becoming a son (daughter) of God through D: Let us stand and listen attentively to the Holy baptism, let us pray saying: “Lord, have mercy.” Gospel. A: Lord, have mercy on us. At the Bema the celebrant stands facing the congregation. The candle-bearers stand on D: That You send Your Holy Spirit upon this either side. The censer-bearer stands in front of servant, as You did to the praying disciples the Bema and incenses during the reading. gathered in the Sehion Banquet Hall, we pray C: Peace be with you. (The celebrant blesses to the Lord: the people with the Gospel) A: Lord, have mercy on us. 100Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 101

D: That You strengthen this servant to live a holy II life in all vicissitudes of life, and to give You S: We beseech You to send us the angel of peace glory, remaining rooted in faith and ﬁ lled and grace. with Your grace, we pray to the Lord: A: Lord, we beseech You. A: Lord, have mercy on us. S: For a life without sin, and for lasting peace for D: That this servant, who receives the body and Your Church, we beseech You. blood of Christ, the pledge of eternal life, A: Lord, we beseechYou. prosper in divine love and bear witness to the S: For the unity of love, which is the bond of love of God, we pray to the Lord: perfection, obtained through the fullness of A: Lord, have mercy on us. the Holy Spirit, we beseech You. D: That You ﬁ ll Your beloved, his (her) house A: Lord, we beseech You. holds, god parents and benefactors with Your S: For forgiveness of sins and for graces that Holy Spirit, we pray to the Lord: help our lives and are pleasing to You, we A: Lord, have mercy on us. beseech You. D: For the well being of our Holy Father Pope, A: Lord, we beseech You. (Name) the head of the universal Church of S: That You may always grant us Your mercy Christ, the Major Archbishop, (Name)...., and grace, we beseech You. the Father and head of our Church, the Bishop, S: Lord, we beseech You. Mar (Name) ....., the father and head of our S: Let us commend one another and ourselves to diocese and for all other bishops and their the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. fellow ministers, we pray to the Lord: A: Lord, Our God, we commend ourselves to You. A: Lord, have mercy on us. C: Lord, You Who have asked us to preach to all nations, making disciples of them and 102Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 103

baptizing them, help us obey Your command. You have made us worthy weak and lowly May the Church, You have commissioned to though we are to be distinctive members of build the Kingdom of God on earth, be blessed Your mystical body, the Church, to minister to to fulfi ll Your will through us. May Your the faithful. Lord, fi ll us with Your mercy and salvifi c day, on which the whole humankind grace, and pour forth Your blessings through may be united and assembled under one our hands. May Your mercy and blessings be shepherd and one sheepfold, come soon. Let on us and on this Your chosen people. this sacrament that we administer be, by the (On Weekdays and during Lent) power of the Holy Spirit, the door to eternal life for this servant. Lord of all, forever. C: Lord God, Extend Your merciful right hand over the universal and apostolic Church. A: Amen. Protect it from every danger, visible and D: Bless us, O Lord. Brothers and sisters, bow invisible. In Your compassion make us worthy your heads for the imposition of hands and to minister in Your presence with devotion, receive the blessing. diligence, and purity. Everybody bows. The celebrant bows and says Resuming a straight posture, the celebrant the following prayer in a low voice. prays raising his voice: (On Sundays and Feast Days) C: Merciful God, Bless us. Grant that all of us, as one body, may properly please You throughout C: Lord, Almighty God, Yours is the Holy our lives, by works of justice that reconcile us Catholic Church, the fl ock, redeemed through with You. Make us worthy to off er You never the passion and suff ering of Your Anointed ending praise, homage, thanksgiving, and Son. By the grace of the Holy Spirit, who is adoration. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Lord one in Divine Being with You, the orders of of all, forever. true priesthood are conferred through the A: Amen imposition of hands. In Your great mercy, 104Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 105

Profession of Faith All go to the baptistery in procession. In the C: We believe in One God, the Father Almighty, meantime the following hymn may be sung. C&A: Creator of all things visible and invisible, and Praise and Glory in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Lord God Holy Son of God, the fi rst born of all creatures,b Angles honour orn of the Father before all ages, and not Thy name, ever made, true God from true God, consubstantial John, the Baptist with his Father. Through Him the worlds were Prepared the Lord’s way formed and all things were created. For the Gospel of penitence sake of us men and for our salvation, He came Preached, the Prophet. down from heaven; and became incarnate by Jesus at Jordan the Holy Spirit and became man, and was Bowed most meekly conceived and born of the Virgin Mary. He Burdened by men’s sins suff ered and was crucifi ed in the days of Embracing Baptism. Pontius Pilate, died and was buried; and on Spotless, Lord God the third day rose again as it is written. He Cleanse us sinners ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand Shower your blossom of His Father. He will come again to judge The grace of Baptism. the dead and the living. We believe in one

Holy Spirit; the spirit of truth, Who proceeds After reaching the baptistery: from the Father (and the Son) the lifeg iving Spirit. We believe in one, holy, catholic, and D: Announcement: Dear brethren, the celebrant starts praying for himself in preparation for administering apostolic Church. We confess one baptism for holy baptism that gives the divine life, and the the remission of sins, the resurrection of the holy anointing that showers the graces of the Holy body, and life everlasting. Amen. Spirit. Standing inreverence and diligence, let us now pray insilence. 106Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 107

C: Lord, You, Who seek out the lost and gather C: To God, the Lord of all, up the scattered, have chosen this humble we off er all praise and worship. servant for priestly ministry in Your Church. A: It is right and just. Receiving baptism from John the Baptist in D: Peace be withus. Jordan to fulfi ll all righteousness, You also appointed apostles to administer the same in C: Lord God, May the Holy Spirit, Who the name of the Father, and of the Son and descended on Jesus when He received baptism of the Holy Spirit. You shower the Church in the Jordan, and who renews the human nature, come down on this water and dwell with the gift of the Holy Spirit; through the in it. Those who are baptized in this water imposition of hands by the Apostles and their may attain salvation. Purifi ed in body and successors. Grant me the grace to administer soul, may we be found worthy to off er praise, this sacrament in a worthy manner, Lord of all, honour and thanks giving. Now and always  forever. and forever. A: Amen. A: Amen. Blessing the Water The celebrant makes the sign of the cross in the water saying: C: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God the Father, and the fellowship the C: To be the new womb of spiritual birth through Holy Spirit be with us all. Now, always  baptism of forgiveness of sins, this water is blessed and mingled with the holy oil. In the (Blesses the oil and water) and forever. name of the Father and of the Son  and of A: Amen. the Holy Spirit. C: Let your minds be on high. A: Amen. A: Towards You, god of Abraham, Isaac and The celebrant, dipping his fi nger in the Myron, Jacob, O glorious King. marks the sign of the cross in the water. 108Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 109

Baptizing O, Holy Spirit Baptism is given: by immersing the candidate in Descended on disciples the water thrice; or by making the candidate sit Dawn on the faithful in the water and pouring the water over the head Fill us with grace. thrice in the form of the cross; or by pouring the Gift us with holy love water over the head thrice in the form of the cross. Make us serene, Lord C: (Name) is baptized in the name of the Father  Refresh and renew us Resp: Amen. The down trodden lot. C: and of the Son  Kindle the glow of faith Resp: Amen. Inside desperate minds Brighten the drooping eyes C: and of the Holy Spirit  Wiping the tear drops. Resp: Amen. Bring in the breeze of cool D: Dear brethren, the celebrant begins to sign Into the parched lands. this servant with the plenitude of the grace of Blossom the withered branch the Holy Spirit. Staying devout and diligent, Pouring your gifts. let us pray for the gifts of the Holy Spirit. D: Dear brothers and sisters, in preparation for The celebrant asks the candidate: signing this servant with the Holy Myron, C: Being fi lled with the Holy Spirit and confi rmed the celebrant now prays for himself. Staying in faith, do you desire to witness to Christ? devout and diligent, let us pray insilence. A: Yes, I do. C: Lord, Almighty God, we thank You for the C: May God bless you. infi nite mercy by which You sent the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and strengthened All together sing the Hymn to the Holy Spirit. 110Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 111

them. You shower the Church with the gift a life undefi led. We off er praise, honour, and of the Holy Spirit, through the imposition of worship to You, to Your beloved Son, and to hands by the apostles and their successors. the Holy Spirit. Now, always  (Blesses the Make me, O Lord, this humble self, worthy to candidate) and forever. administer this gift to this servant. Father, Son A: Amen. and Holy Spirit, forever. Anointing A: Amen. The celebrant, after dipping his thumb in Imposition of Hands Myron, recites the following formula and anoints the candidate on his(her) forehead in The celebrant places both his hands on the the form of the cross. aspirants’ head and prays: C: (Name), having been baptized, is now C: God, the Father, You have granted us, through perfected and confi rmed. In the name of the baptism, new birth, membership in the Father, and of the Son  and of the Holy Mystical Body of Christ, and title to eternal Spirit. life. Sign this servant with the promised Spirit and give him (her) the spirit of fi liation that he Asp: Amen. (she) may call You “Abba” Father. Empower After anointing, the celebrant recites the following prayer: him (her), being fi lled with the divine Spirit, through the imposition of hands, to live as a C: Lord God, may the life giving sign and the brave soldier, bearing witness to the Gospel, fullness of the grace of the Holy Spirit that he and as a loyal servant of the Church. May (she) has received, the new life he (she) has begun, and the armour of fairness he (she) is he (she) be fi lled with Your Spirit’s fruits of wearing, shield him (her) from the enemy’s love, peace, happiness, patience, kindness, harm. May he (she) be blessed to exude the goodness, fi delity, meekness and self-control. divine fragrance of Christ in his (her) life. By Your grace, may he (she) be blessed to live A: Amen. 112Adult Baptism and Chrismation Adult Baptism and Chrismation 113

Crowning C: (giving the Bible to the candidate) May Christ In the name of the Father, and of the Son and the Saviour bless you to live by the word of of the Holy Spirit (Name) is adorned with the God. crown of life as the sign of spiritual joy and Resp: Amen. eternal bliss. C: (giving the lighted candle) Let your light shine The celebrant crowns the candidate. before all people that they may, seeing your All go in procession to the sanctuary door. In the mean time the following hymn is sung. good works, glorify the Father in heaven. Son of God, at River Jordan Resp: Amen. While embracing Baptism Instead of the concluding prayers of the Holy Heaven’s portals wide open Qurbana, the following prayers are said: Halleluiah, Holy name. Concluding Prayers Behold, Beloved Son of God C: Loving God and Father! You have fulﬁ lled in Abba’s Voice, heard from high this servant Your promise of the Holy Spirit. Reverberated earth and sky We praise You forhaving made this son Halleluiah, Holy name. (daughter) of Yours co heir with Christ and Holy Spirit, celestial Dove rich in the grace of the Holy Spirit. Bless Descending from ﬁ rmament this servant that he (she) may become Your Living water refresh life living temple and glorify You in truth and Sanctifying soul and heart. spirit. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, forever. On reaching the sanctuary door, the Holy Qurbana A: Amen. is resumed, beginning with ‘Onitha d'Raze’. After Holy Communion, the deacon recites the prayer of C: May the prayer of the Blessed Virgin Mary, exhortation “Let us glorify God, by the grace of the St. Joseph, the holy Apostles, our Father Holy Spirit”. Then the celebrant hands in the Bible Mar Thoma, the Confessors, Saints and all and a lighted candle to the candidate. the Blessed in the Church, and of the Patron 114 Adult Baptism and Chrismation

Saint of the parish, assist this servant towards the fullness of Christian perfection. May the intercession of the patron saint of this brother (sister) be a support in his (her) life’s journey. The Sacrament of Reconciliation A: Amen. General Instructions Final blessing C: Blessed be the God Who has raised us, through 1. On special occasions (eg. parish day, feasts, baptism, to the status of the children of God. beginning of Lent etc.), it is desirable to have a Having received the Holy Spirit, may we common reconciliation service to prepare people for become daring missionaries, doing the will the sacrament, and then to give them opportunity for of God and bearing witness to the Gospel. private confession. The ‘Rite of Reconciliation’ may May the precious Body and Blood we have be used for this. received be the cause of remission of sins and 2. People shall be exhorted to frequent reception of this everlasting life. Being supportive in dangers, sacrament as a means of growing in holiness. consoling in sorrows, and helpful in trials, 3. Besides the clerical dress, the celebrant shall wear may He shield us until we enter the heavenly at least the stole (urara) while administering the bliss that eyes have not seen, ears have not sacrament of reconciliation. When the ‘Rite of heard, and the heart has not yet enjoyed. May Reconciliation’ is administred in common, the God bless this brother (sister) who has come celebrant need to wear the vestments of the holy to the communion of the Church, and all who Qurbana. have led him (her) to faith in Jesus, including all who have participated in today’s services. Now, always (the celebrant blesses all) and forever. A: Amen. 116Sacrament of Reconciliation Sacrament of Reconciliation 117 The Sacrament of Reconciliation sins. In the name of the Father and of the Son When the penitent approches for private  (blesses the penitent) and of the Holy Spirit confession, the priest says : Penit: Amen. C: May the merciful Lord bless  (blesses the OR penitent) you. C: May the Lord who sanctifi es the repentant Penit: Amen. sinners, absolve you from your sins and make OR you worthy of eternal life. In the name of the Father and of the Son  (blesses the penitent) C: May the merciful Jesus lead you to repentance and of the Holy Spirit. and help you to confess  (blesses the penitent) your sins. Penit: Amen Penit: Amen. OR OR C: Lord, You who takes away sins and sanctifi es the sinner, graciously wash away the stains C: Peace be with us. Lord, we lift up our hearts to of this servant and make him (her) clean. By you. You are our hope and salvation. In your Your grace, freed from all sins, may he (she) mercy forgive our debts and sins as becomes be found worthy of eternal life. Now, always your nature. Now, always  (blesses the  (blesses the penitent) and forever. penitent) and forever. Penit: Amen. Penit: Amen. The penitent confesses sins and the priest Then the celebrant continues: gives timely advice and penance. Then C: May God, who made you reconciled with stretching out his right hand over the Himself, bless you to live in communion with penitent he says: the Church and your brethren. May He help C: By the grace of the Lord who sanctifi es the you to carry out the renewal of life you have repentant sinners, you are absolved of all your begun. Go in peace. 118Sacrament of Reconciliation Sacrament of Reconciliation 119

The Rite of Giving Absolution in Danger Your beloved Son and to the Holy Spirit. Now, of Death always  (blesses the priest making the sign of C: May the Lord, who sanctifi es the repentant cross on his forehead) and forever. sinners, forgive your sins and make you worthy Resp: Amen. of eternal life. In the name of the Father and of the Son  (blesses the person) and of the Holy Spirit, Amen. Prayer of Blessing for Receiving a Lay Person under Censure into the Communion of the Prayer of Blessing for Receiving a Priest under Church. Censure into the Communion of the Church C: Gracious God, how unique are the gifts You C: Gracious God, how unique are the gifts You shower upon us. Strech out Your right hand shower upon us. Stretch out Your right hand of mercy upon this brother (sister). Fill him of mercy upon this brother. Fill him with the (her) with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. May gifts of Your Holy Spirit. May he administer he (she) live like a person worthy of being with sanctity the divine and life-giving sacred Your son (daughter). God of forgiveness, mysteries. May he off er sacrifi ces and gifts bless this servant, re-ushered into communion on the holy altar for the sake of Your chosen with the Church, to fare well as a faithful son people. May he live like one worthy of being (daughter) of the Church. Nourished by the Your son. May this brother, re-ushered into holy sacraments, May he (she) live a blessed communion with the Church and the priestly life by seeking refuge in the cross, the sign of community, be blessed to fare well doing our redemption. Now, always  (blesses the Your will and keeping Your commandments. person) and forever. May he serve in the Church with a clean Resp: Amen. conscience and a pure heart. We off er praise, glory, thanksgiving and worship to You and to The Sacrament of Holy Matrimony General Instructions

1. The celebrant wears kotina, sunara, urara, sande and paina. 2. There shall be a table on the Bema to keep the thali, Manthrakodi (rings, rosaries, garlands) . 3. The lamp (Nilavilakku)/ candle shall be kept ready for lighting during the ceremony. 4. The giving of peace before Gospel reading shall be done with the Gospel itself. 5. The four scriptural readings may be limited to two or three. If there are only two readings, the ﬁ rst shall be from the Epistles. 6. While taking pledge, the bride and bridegroom shall place their right hands on the Gospel. 122Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 123

The Sacrament of Matrimony By Sacrament of Love The bride, and the groom, accompanied by Blossom O, Lord their relatives and friends enter the church Each of our bough. through the main door and proceed to the Bema. When the procession reaches the Bema, With the proper liturgical vestments on and the deacon receives the Thali, Manthrakodi fl anked by the servers, the celebrant proceeds (rings, rosaries, garlands, etc.) and place to the Bema from the sacristy. Meanwhile, the them on the table. Keeping the right and choir sings the opening hymn. the left respectively, the groom bride and the groom, fl anked by two witnesses, stand Hymn in front of the Bema. Melodious moments C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) Of Cherubian Symphony Delicious moments A: Amen. (3) As portals of heaven C: Peace and hope to people on earth, Wide open in joy. always and forever. Sanctifi ed moments A: Amen. As Heavenly Father C: Our Father in heaven, At Home of Eden C&A: Holy be Your name, Paradise of Peace. Your kingdom come. ‘‘Covenant in the beginning Holy, holy, holy are You. Made Israel, my Beloved’’. Our Father in heaven, Sanctify O! Lord Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Render grace to remain Angels and people sing out Your glory; Faithful to the end. Holy, holy, holy are You. New family in Church Our Father in heaven, Through Covenant with Christ Hallowed be Your name, 124Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 125

Your kingdom come, OR Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. C: Our Father in heaven Give us this day the bread we need C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, And forgive us our debts and sins Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. Do not let us fall into temptation, Give us this day the bread we need But deliver us from the evil one. And forgive us our debts and sins As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. For Yours is the kingdom, Do not let us fall into temptation, The power and the glory, But deliver us from the evil one. Forever and ever. Amen. For Yours is the kingdom, C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, the power and the glory, and to the Holy Spirit. Forever and ever. Amen. A: From eternity and forever. Amen. Our Father in heaven, C: Our Father in heaven, Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Angels and people sing out Your glory; C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Holy, holy, holy are You. Your kingdom come. Holy, holy, holy are You. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Our Father in heaven, C: Lord God, You have called these servants to The Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. be united in holy matrimony and to live in the Angels and people sing out Your Glory; union of hearts. Graciously enrich this bride Holy, holy, holy are You. and the bridegroom, with Your heavenly gifts, and help them to form an ideal family that observes Your commandments. Enable us, O 126Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 127

Lord, to administer this sacrament worthily A: Thus shall the man be blessed for Your glory and for the good of the human who fears the Lord. race. The Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of The Lord bless you from Zion. all, forever. All the days of your life. A: Amen. C: Glory to the Father and to the Son Psalm 45, 128 and to the Holy Spirit. C: Hear, O daughter, consider, and incline your ear; A: From eternity and forever, Amen. Forget your people and your father’s house. C: (Canon) Rejoice O Church, the spouse of our (Canon) Rejoice, O Church, the spouse of our Saviour, God the eternal has chosen you Saviour, God the eternal has chosen you as as His spouse by love. His spouse by love. The deacons bring the censer and frankincense. The celebrant puts some A: The princess is decked in her chamber frankincense into the censer and With gold-woven robes. blesses it praying in a low voice. C: In many-coloured robes she is led to the king, C: May this incense, we oﬀ er in Your honour, Behind her the virgins, her companions, follow. be blessed  in the name of Your most Holy A: With joy and gladness they are led along Trinity. May it be pleasing to You and obtain As they enter the palace of the king. forgiveness of our sins for Your ﬂ ock. In the I will cause your name name of the Father, and of the Son and of the to be celebrated in all generations. Holy Spirit, forever. C: Your wife will be like a fruitful vine D: Amen. Peace be with us. Within your house; Your children will be like olive shoots around your table. 128Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 129

(On Sundays and Feast Days) C: May Christ who said: “I am the light of the C: Lord God, when the sweet fragrance of Your world; He who follows me will not walk in love wafts over us and when our souls are darkness” be our beacon all the way. enlightened with the knowledge of Your truth The celebrant, lights the lamp or candle may we be found worthy to receive Your Ch&A: Lord of all we bow and praise You beloved Son as He appears from the heaven. May we also glorify You and praise You Jesus Christ, we glorify You. unceasingly in Your Church, crowned like a For You give man glorious resurrection spouse with every goodness and grace. For And You are the one who saves his soul. You are the Lord and Creator of all forever C&D: The voice of the Lord is upon the waters. and ever. Lord of all we bow and praise You A: Amen. Jesus Christ, we glorify You. (On Days of Commemorations and Ordinary Days) For You give man glorious resurrection C: Lord God, for all the helps and blessings You And You are the one who saves his soul. have bestowed on us and for which we can Ch&A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the never be grateful enough, we oﬀ er You never- Holy Spirit. From the eternity and forever. Amen. ending praise and glory in the Church, crowned Lord of all we bow and praise You like a spouse with every goodness and grace. You are the creator and Lord of all, the Father, Jesus Christ, we glorify You. the Son, and the Holy Spirit, forever. For You give man glorious resurrection And You are the one who saves his soul. A: Amen. The sanctuary veil is drawn. The server OR enters the sanctuary and incenses, Choir&A: Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we proceeding from the left of the altar to the glorify You. For You are the one who raises right. In the middle, he incenses the congregation. our bodies, and saves our souls. 130Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 131

C&D: It is proper to thank You and praise Your name. Holy immortal One Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Have mercy on us. glorify You. For You are the One who raises C&D: Glory be to the Father, to the Son our bodies and saves our souls. and to the Holy Spirit. Choir&A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, Holy Lord of all and to the Holy Spirit. From all eternity and Holy mighty One forever. Amen. Holy immortal One Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Have mercy on us. glorify You. For You are the one who raises Ch&A: From the eternity and forever. Amen. our bodies and saves our souls. Holy Lord of all D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Holy mighty One C: My Lord, You are truly the One who raises our Holy immortal One bodies. You are the Savior of our souls, and the Have mercy on us. preserver of our lives. We are bound always to OR thank, adore, and glorify You. The Lord of all, D: Brothers and sisters, raise your voices and, forever. glorify the living God. A: Amen. Choir&A: Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal D: Lift up your voices and sing aloud One, have mercy on us. Let us all sing His praise Bless the Lord C & D: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son Bless the Lord eternal. and to the Holy Spirit. Ch&A: Holy Lord of all Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal Holy mighty One One, have mercy on us. 132Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 133

Choir&A: From all eternity and forever. Amen. OR Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal C: May the Lord, who enlightens us through His One, have mercy on us. teachings, be gloriﬁ ed. May His grace always be upon you  and your listeners. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Repeat this if there is more than one C: Glorious, mighty, immortal, and holy God, reading from the Old Testament You are pleased to dwell in the holy ones. Isaiah 61:10-11 We beseech You. Look upon us, pardon us, OR and show us compassion, according to Your nature. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Lord Proverbs 31:10-31 of all, forever. OR A: Amen. Sirach 26:1-4,13-17 D: Brothers and sisters, please be seated At the end of the Reading: and listen attentively. A: Praise be to the Lord, our God. D: A reading from the book of Genesis. S: Let us stand to sing the Suraya. Genesis 1:26-28 Suraya OR (Psalm 128:3-6) 2:18-24 Universe sings hymns to God Bows for blessing Blue horizon sings glory. Bless me, my Lord. Rejoice, All sing Halleluiah Celebrant blesses the reader saying Praise and Glory Halleluiah. C: May God  bless you. 134Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 135

Day to day sing praise to Lord our body and soul and that we may constantly Earth and sky sing glory to God. praise You, Lord of all, Father, the Son, and Rejoice all... the Holy Spirit, forever. Praise to Abba praise to Son A: Amen. Praise to Holy Spirit our God. (On Other Days) Rejoice all... C: O Sovereign Lord, knowing everything, You As in the beginning, as today are the source of every grace and blessing and Praise in days forever to come. the amazing provider for all in Your household. Rejoice all... We beseech You to look upon us, bless us, and show us mercy in accordance with Your nature. OR The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Lord Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your of all forever. house. Your children will be like olive shoots A: Amen. around your table. Thus shall the man be blessed who fears the Lord. May the Lord bless you from The ﬁ rst deacon takes the book of the Zion. May you see the prosperity of Jerusalem all Epistles and, facing the people, says: the days of your life. May you see your children’s D: Brethren, a reading from the letter of St. Paul children. Peace be upon Israel. Glory be to the to the Ephesians. Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. From all eternity and forever. Amen. Eph 5:20-33. OR (On Sundays and Feast Days) 1 Pet 3:1-7. C: Lord, God, illumine our hearts and minds to After the reading hear and understand the sweet voice of Your life-giving and divine commandments. In Your A: Praise be to Christ Our Lord. mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the D: Alleluiah, Alleuia, Alleluia. fruits of love, hope, and salvation beneﬁ cial to 136Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 137

Zummara (Psalm 45) and sanctify our souls with Your truth so that we may be faithful to your words and obedient to Let us sing in unison Your commandments. Lord of all, forever. Amen. Let us sing in symphony S: Let us stand and listen attentively to the Holy My heart leaps with good tidings Gospel. Halleluiah, Praise O, God. At the Bema celebrant stands facing Let my toungue be divine pen the congregation. Two servers, with Jotting down in honeyed word lighted candles stand on either side. The Halleluiah, songs of praise censer-bearer stands in front of the Bema and incenses during the reading. Novel songs in melody. C: Peace  be with you. C: (in a low voce) Lord Jesus Christ, splendour of the Father’s glory, and the image of the Father. A: And with You and with your spirit. You manifested Yourself to us in human body and C: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, as illumined the darkness of our minds with the light proclaimed by... of Your Gospel. We oﬀ er You worship, glory, and Jn 2:1-11 thanksgiving. Lord of all, forever. Amen. OR The celebrant goes to the altar, along with the censer-bearer and the candle- Mt 19:3-6 bearers, and takes the Gospel saying: OR C: Jesus Christ, the light of the world and the life of Mk 10:2-9 all, glory be to the in nite mercy that sent You to us, forever. Amen. A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. The celebrant proceeds to the Bema, At the end of the reading, the celebrant closes accompanied by the candle-bearers and the Gospel, kisses it, and hands it over to the the censer-bearer. server, who lays it on the altar. The candles are returned to their respective places. C: (in a low voice) Lord Christ, enlighten us in Your laws, inﬂ ame our minds with Your knowledge, A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. 138Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 139

Homily presence, bless this couple to live a life of prayer, Karozutha trusting in Your help and relishing Your graceful presence, we pray. D: In reverence and exultation, let us pray for this bride and groom, to be united in holy matrimony, A: Lord, have mercy on them. saying: ‘‘Lord, have mercy on them.’’ II A: Lord, have mercy on them. S: We beseech you to send us the angel of peace D: O heavenly Bridegroom, who off ered His life and grace. for His bride, the Church, bless this couple A: Lord, we beseech You. to live a life of sacrifi ces in mutual love and unity, we pray. S: For a life without sin, and of lasting peace for Your Church, we beseech You. A: Lord, have mercy on them. D: O Christ, who invites all to the spiritual banquet A: Lord, we beseech You. of the word of God, bless this couple to be S: For the unity of love, which is the bond of partakers of the heavenly Banquet, having perfection obtained through the fullness of lived an exemplary family life according to the Holy Spirit, we beseech You. Your precepts, we pray. A: Lord, we beseech You. A: Lord, have mercy on them. S: For the forgiveness of sins, and for graces D: O Christ, who taught the indissolubility of that help our lives and are pleasing to You, marriage, bless this couple to live a happy we beseech You. married life of chastity and fi delity, we pray. A: Lord, we beseech You. A: Lord, have mercy on them. S: That You may always grant us Your mercy and grace, we beseech You. D: O Christ, who favoured the bride and the groom in the marriage feast at Cana with Your S: Lord, we beseech You. 140Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 141

S: Let us commend ourselves and one another to Hymn Ps. 98:4, Ps. 45:11 the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Rejoice beloved daughter well S: Lord our God, we commend ourselves to you. Virtue adorned bridal dame C: Lord God, bless this bride and groom to lead Enter into nuptial bliss with success the married life they begin in joy Into the castle, divine home. and hope. Fill them with Your peace and make Shedding His own ﬂ esh and blood them worthy to obtain the everlasting crown Precious dowry, paid your Lord You have promised Your servants. Be gracious to the parents and the dear ones who raised Sacriﬁ cing His own life this couple in Your love, and bless all who On the Cross He earned your soul. participate in the sacred ceremony. Father, Bestowing His grace on you Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, forever Cleansing all dark spots in you C: Amen. renovates your soul afresh D: (Announcement) Dear brothers and sisters, the Upbringing your children well. bride and the groom are going to be united in the Rejoice brethren, in His home sacrament of holy matrimony. The celebrant With the couple, bride and Lord prays for himself that he may administer this sacrament worthily. In reverence and attentiveness, Sing in joy and harmony let us now pray in silence. Praise and glory to His name. C: O God, who, in the beginning, blessed man The Nuptial Covenant with a life-partner, we praise Your eternal The celebrant, calling the bridegroom by his name asks: providence. Strengthen me, Your servant, to administer worthily this sacrament that binds C: (Name of the bridegroom) In compliance this bride and groom in love. Shower upon me with the Law of Christ and in accord with the Your abundant graces. Father, Son and Holy teachings of the Church, with free will and full Spirit, Lord of all, forever. consent, do you take (Name of the bride), as A: Amen. your wife? 142Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 143

Bridegroom: Yes. I do. Blessing the Thali The celebrant calling the bride by her name asks: C: O Lord, You, by Your death on the cross, C: (Name of the bride) In compliance with the have earned the Church as Your bride, bless Law of Christ and in accord with the teachings  this thali that unites the bride and the groom of the Church, with free will and full consent, in mutual trust and love. May this thali, the do you take (Name of the bridegroom) as your very symbol of unity, bind them to indivisible husband? love and fullness of fi delity. May the cross, Bride: Yes. I do. embossed on it, give them strength to bear cheerfully the sorrows of life, and to lead a life C: (To the witnesses) And you are witnesses to pleasing to You. May this also be a symbol this? of their fi delity (sprinkles holy water upon the Witnesses: Yes, we are. thali) C: (To the couple) As a symbol of this nuptial A: Amen. covenant, you may now join your right hands. Blessing the Rings C: May the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob be C: O Lord God, bless these rings the bride and with you. May our Lord, Jesus Christ, bind the groom exchange as symbol of their mutual you in holy matrimony to a family life of love and fi delity. In the name of the Father and love and oneness of minds. In the name of the of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. (sprinkles Father, and of the Son  (blesses the couple holy water upon the rings) and sprinkles holy water on the hands joined) and of the Holy Spirit, forever. A: Amen. A: Amen. 144Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 145

Blessing the Manthrakodi Greetings to you Greeting to lead C: O, merciful Lord, who adorns the human soul Sanctifi ed life with the enduring mantle of grace, bless  As Mary and Joseph this manthrakodi. Help this bride and groom Jesus, the child to put You on through their mutual love and Off ered a life of penance and peace. self-giving. O Lord, who clothed the holy Church, Your bride, in the mantle of glory, Greetings to you make this couple worthy to put on the robe of Greetings to lead glory in heaven after a life of sanctity on earth Witnessing Life (sprinkles holy water on the Manthrakodi) As Sarah and Tobias Virtuous couple A: Amen. Off ered a life of justice and love. The celebrant hands in the thali to the groom who ties it around the bride’s neck. If rings are there the bride and groom exchange them on The Matrimonial Pledge each other’s fi ngers. If rosaries are there the The bride and the groom place their celebrant gives them to the bride and the groom. right hands on the Gospel, and as (Garlanding may be done at this time). The the celebrant prompts the pledge, the celebrant gives the manthrakodi to the groom couple repeats the words after him. who either spreads it on the bride’s head, or Bride & Bridegroom: hands in the same to the bride. As the groom ties the Thali, the choir sings the following hymn. We pledge,/by the Holy Gospel,/ to live in love and fi delity, Hymn and with oneness of mind,/in joy and sorrow,/ Shower of grace bestowed on you in wealth and want,/ in health and sickness,/ Jesus our Lord, bridegroom of love from this day,/ till the hour of our death, Merging the earth with heaven above May the Almighty God,/help us to live,/ Proff ering bliss on nuptial day. in accord with this promise./ 146Sacrament of Matrimony Sacrament of Matrimony 147

D: (To the couple) Brethren, bow your heads Your protection. O God, Who blessed Abraham and receive the blessing. and Sarah, we thank You for the providence The bride and the groom bow their heads. that bound them in indivisible unity. The The celebrant, extending his right hand Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Lord of over them, prays: all, forever. C: May Almighty God bless you. May He enrich A: Amen. Lord bless us. you with internal beauty and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. May Christ, the head of the Church, C: Lord Christ, look favourably upon this couple. be always your sovereign and protector. May May the intercession of the Blessed Virgin He be your friend in all your doings, and tone Mary, our mother, and St. Joseph, the head of up your life with all mental, physical and the Holy Family, help them prosper in their temporal well-being. May He help you to family life. May the prayers of all the saints receive gladly the children God may deign to support them all the way. Lord of all, forever. bless you with and lead them in the path of A: Amen. holiness. And may He make you worthy to Final Blessing oﬀ er Him praise, worship and thanksgiving forever. C: Blessed be God, the merciful One, who, out of His immense love, created humankind as A: Amen. male and female, and made them participate If the Holy Qurbana is to follow, then it is in the work of creation. May He, through the resumed, beginning with Onitha d’ Raze. sacrament of holy matrimony, keep you in Concluding Prayers pure love and perfect dedication. May this C: Lord God, stretch out Your right hand of mercy sacrament empower you to oﬀ er your bodies upon this couple. Keep them in the shade of that are members of the body of Christ and 148 Sacrament of Matrimony

temples of the Holy Spirit, as a pleasing and living sacrifi ce to God. May God bless you with the gift of children. May your home The Sacrament of prosper in a communion of prayers. May He Anointing the Sick fi ll your life with graces, and help your hopes and aspirations bloom. May He grant you lots of sincere friends to help you in need. May He General Instructions make you worthy to off er Him praise, honour 1. It is desirable to administer this rite with a short and thanksgiving in the heavenly bridal introduction. chamber. May God bless you, the newly wed, 2. It is desirable, whenever possible, to prepare the sick and all who have partaken in the sacred service. persons with common reconciliation service, and Now, always  (blesses all) and forever. then administer the sacraments of Reconciliation and Anointing individually. The celebrant sprinkles holy water upon the couple. 3. Have a cross, Gospel and lighted candles on a table A: Amen. near the sick person. If holy Communion is given, arrange for the needful. 4. It is desirable that the oil for anointing be blessed during the celebration of the rite itself. 5. Vegetable oils like olive oil, coconut oil, gingily oil may be used for anointing. 6. If needed, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is administered. 7. The celebrant wears either kotina, sunara and urara or urara alone. 150Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 151 The Sacrament of Angels and people sing out Your glory; Holy, holy, holy are You. Anointing the Sick Our Father in heaven, The celebrant entering the room of the sick person, says: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, C: May the peace of the Lord be with you. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. A: Amen. Give us this day the bread we need C: May Christ, who, through baptism, made us And forgive us our debts and sins participate in His death and resurrection, As we have forgiven those who off ended us. sanctify you. Do not let us fall into temptation, A: Amen. But deliver us from the evil one. The celebrant sprinkles holy water on For Yours is the kingdom, the people, and in the room The power and the glory, C: Glory to God in the highest.(3) Forever and ever. Amen. A: Amen.(3) C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, C: Peace and hope to people on earth, and to the Holy Spirit. always and forever. A: From eternity and forever. Amen. A: Amen. C: Our Father in heaven, C: Our Father in heaven, C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come. C&A: Holy be Your name, Your kingdom come. Holy, holy, holy are You. Holy, holy, holy are You. Our Father in heaven, Our Father in heaven, The Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Angels and people sing out Your Glory; Holy, holy, holy are You. 152Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 153

OR through this sacred anointing. And make us C: Our Father in heaven worthy to administer this sacrament with purity of heart. Lord of all, forever. C&A: Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, A: Amen. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Psalm 32 Give us this day the bread we need C: Happy are those whose transgression is And forgive us our debts and sins forgiven, whose sin is covered. As we have forgiven those who off ended us. (Canon) It is not the healthy but the sick Do not let us fall into temptation, who need the physician. But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom, A: Happy are those to whom the Lord imputes no the power and the glory, iniquity; and in whose spirit there is no deceit. Forever and ever. Amen. C: While I kept silence, my body wasted away Our Father in heaven, through my groaning all day long, Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. A: Then I acknowledged my sin to you, Angels and people sing out Your glory; and I did not hide my iniquity. Holy, holy, holy are You. C: I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. Lord” and you did forgive the guilt of my sin. C: Merciful Lord, infl ame our hearts with the A: Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, O righteous, fi re of Your love. By sending Your Holy and shout for joy, all you upright in heart. Spirit comfort this brother (sister), affl icted C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son spiritually and physically, Lord, who gives and to the Holy Spirit. health to the sick, grant healing to this servant A: From eternity and forever Amen. 154Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 155

C: (Canon) It is not the healthy but the sick D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. who need the physician. C: O Christ, who came down as light and life for OR those dwelling in darkness and in the shadow Psalm 51 of death, pour out Your grace upon us. We thank You, Lord, for You have freed us, from C: Have mercy on me, O God, according to your the bondage of sin through baptism, and made steadfast love; according to your abundant us children of God. You have given us Your mercy blot out my transgressions. body and blood as the pledge and foretaste of (Canon) To you O Lord, I lift up my soul. the heavenly banquet. You have consoled the Let me not be put into shame. sick with healing. Be gracious, Lord, to this A: Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, brother (sister). Lord of all, forever. and cleanse me from my sin. A: Amen. C: For I know my transgressions A: Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ we and my sin is ever before me. glorify You; for You are the One who raises A: Against you, you alone, have I sinned, our bodies and saves our souls. and done that which is evil in your sight. C: And the Lord will take away all inﬁ rmities C: Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean, from you. A: Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ we C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son glorify you; for You are the One who raises and to the Holy Spirit. our bodies and saves our souls. A: From eternity and forever Amen. A: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. From eternity and forever. Amen. C: (Canon) To you O Lord, I lift up my soul. Let me not be put into shame. 156Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 157

Lord of all we praise you. Jesus Christ we C: Glorious mighty, immortal, and holy God, glorify You; for You are the one who raises our You are pleased to dwell in the holy ones. bodies and saves our souls. We beseech you. Look upon us, pardon us, and show us compassion, according to Your D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. nature. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Lord C: My Lord, You are truly the One who raises of all, forever. our bodies. You are the saviour of our souls A: Amen. and the preserver of our lives. We are bound always to thank, adore, and glorify you. Lord C: Lord God, illumine our hearts and minds to hear and understand the sweet voice of Your of all, forever. life-giving and divine commandments. In Your A: Amen. mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the D: Brothers and sisters, raise your voice and, fruits of love, hope, and salvation beneﬁ cial to glorify the living God. our body and soul and that we may constantly praise You, Lord of all, Father, Son, and Holy A: Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal Spirit, forever. One, have mercy on us. A: Amen. C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son OR and to the Holy Spirit C: O Sovereign Lord, knowing everything, You Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal are the source of every grace and blessing and One, have mercy on us. the amazing provider for all in Your household. A: From eternity and forever Amen. We beseech You to look upon us, bless us, and show us mercy in accordance with Your nature. Holy God, holy mighty One, holy immortal The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Lord One, have mercy on us. of all, forever. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. A: Amen. 158Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 159

The reader goes to the lectern at the C: (in a low voice) Lord, Jesus Christ, splendour right side of the celebrant, facing the of the Father’s glory, and the image of the congregation Father. You manifested Yourself to us in D: Brothers and sisters, a reading from the letter human body and illumined the darkness of our of ...... minds with the light of Your Gospel. We off er Bows towards the celebrant You worship, glory, and thanksgiving, Lord of Bless me, my Lord. all, forever. Amen. James 5:13-16 Celebrant takes the Gospel saying OR C: Jesus Christ, the light of the world and the life Acts 3:1 -10 of all, glory be to the infi nite mercy that sent OR You to us, forever. Amen. Rom 8:14-18. C: (in a low voice) Christ Our Lord, enlighten us in Your laws, infl ame our minds with Your The Celebrant blesses the reader saying knowledge, and sanctify our souls with Your May Christ  bless you. truth so that we may be faithful to Your words OR and obedient to Your commandments. Lord of C: May Christ enlighten you with His teachings. all, forever. Amen. In His great mercy, may He make You a true D: Let us stand and listen attentively to the Holy mirror for those who hear from your lips the Gospel. words of His teachings. C: Peace  be with you. Reads facing the congregation; At the end of the reading A: With you and with your spirit. A: Praise be to Christ, Our Lord. C: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, as D: Alleluia, Alleluiah, Alleluia. proclaimed by... 160Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 161

Mt 15:25-31 A: Have mercy upon this brother (sister). OR D: Lord, who heals the sick by faith and Lk 7:18-23 anointing, we pray: A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. A: Have mercy upon this brother (sister). At the end of the reading II A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. D: We beseech You to send us the angel of peace and grace. The celebrant closes the Gospel, kisses it and gives it to the server. A: Lord, we beseech You. Karozutha D: For a life without sin and of lasting peace for Your Church, we beseech You. D: Let us pray to the Lord, who healed the sick and forgave the sinners, saying: “Have mercy A: Lord, we beseech You. on this brother (sister)”. D: For the unity of love, which is the bond of A: Have mercy upon this brother (sister). perfection, obtained through the fullness of the Holy Spirit, we beseech You. D: Lord, who have taught us the greatness of suﬀ ering by dying on the cross, we pray: A: Lord, we beseech You . A: Have mercy upon this brother (sister). D: For forgiveness of sins and for graces that help our lives and are pleasing to You, D: Lord, who oﬀ ered himself fully to the Father we beseech You. saying: "It is not my will but yours be done!", we pray: A: Lord, we beseech You . A: Have mercy upon this brother (sister). D: That You may always grant us Your mercy and grace, we beseech You. D: Lord, who asked the paralytic to get up and go home, taking his bed, we pray: A: Lord, we beseech You. 162Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 163

D: Let us commend one another and one ourselves Imposition of Hands to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The celebrant places his right hand A: Lord God, we commend ourselves to You. on the sick person and prays: C: We praise You, Lord, for You give health to the C: Christ, who told the disciples that the sick sick, forgiveness to the sinners, and comfort to would get well if they placed their hands on the sorrowing. Accept, O Lord, our prayers for them, may grant you healing. May He forgive this brother (sister), suff ering from physical your sins and bring you solace. May He help and spiritual affl ictions. May Your healing you embrace your distress and suff erings as touch grant him (her) relief. Bless him (her) salvifi c. May He send His heavenly hosts to abundantly that he (she) may bear cheerfully bring you comfort. May He bless abundantly all discomfort and ailments, and submit your dear ones and those serving you. Now, himself (herself) to Your holy will. Lord of all, always,  and forever (blesses the person). forever. A: Amen. A: Amen. Anointing If the oil for anointing is not blessed D: (Announcement) The Sacred Scriptures tell us earlier, it is done now that the holy anointing will heal the sick. We have C: O merciful Lord, who brings healing to the also listened to James the Apostle, who says that sick, bless this oil by sending your Holy Spirit. the anointing done in faith will cure whoever is May this oil be a divine cure for all illnesses. ill. Christ came to bring health to the sick and May this anointing relieve pain, remove to retrieve the lost ones. That is why He calls distress, heal wounds and restore health to Himself the true physician and healer. Human body and soul. May we off er praise honour, consolation and peace are passing and short- lived while the peace that Jesus gives is enduring worship and thanksgiving to the Holy Trinity, and eternal. With unwavering faith, let us do this Lord of all, forever. holy anointing. May you all in silence pray for the A: Amen. spiritual and physical well-being of this brother (sister). 164Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 165

C: (making the sign of the cross with holy oil on may God forgive you. In the name of the the forehead of the sick person) For spiritual Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. and physical healing (name of the sick person) A: Amen. is anointed and sanctiﬁ ed; In the name of the C: (anointing the feet) If your feet, that walked in Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. the house of God, have caused you to sin, may A: Amen. God forgive you. In the name of the Father C: (anointing the eyelids) If your eyes, that saw and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. the glory of God, have caused you to sin, may A: Amen. God forgive you. In the name of the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy spirit. For Priests A: Amen. C: (anointing the eyelids) If your eyes, that saw the glory of God, have caused you to sin, may C: (anointing the ears) If your ears, that heard the God forgive you. In the name of the Father word of God, have caused you to sin, may God and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. forgive you. In the name of the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. A: Amen. C: (anointing the ears) If your ears, that heard the word of God, have caused you to sin, may C: (anointing the lips) If your lips, that sang the God forgive you. In the name of the Father divine praises, have caused you to sin, may and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. God forgive you. In the name of the Father of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. A: Amen. C: (anointing the lips) If your lips that proclaimed the word of God, have caused you to sin. May C: (anointing the hands) If your hands, that were God forgive you. In the name of the Father  used to help others, have caused you to sin, and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. 166Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 167

A: Amen. D: Let us approach the mysteries of the precious C: (anointing the hands) If your hands, that Body and Blood of our saviour with reverence celebrated the holy Qurbana, have caused you and respect. With the hope, arising from to sin, may God forgive you. In the name of repentance, let us turn away from wrongdoing, the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy repent of our sins, and forgive the trespasses Spirit. of our brothers and sisters. Let us pray to God, the Lord of all, for mercy and forgiveness. A: Amen. A: Lord, forgive the sins and off ences of this C: (anointing the feet) If your feet, that walked brother (sister). in the sanctuary, have caused you to sin, may God forgive you. In the name of the Father D: Let us cleanse our hearts, turning away from and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. dissensions and confl icts. A: Amen. A: Lord, forgive the sins and off ences of this brother (sister). After the anointing, a hymn may be sung. If the is Holy Qurbana is to follow, then it is D: Let us free our souls from enmity and hatred. resumed, beginning with Onita d’Raza. If not, the following prayers may be said before giving A: Lord, forgive the sins and off ences of this Holy Communion to the sick person. brother (sister). C: O Lord, You said: “I am the living bread that D: Let us receive the Holy Qurbana and be came down from Heaven. Whoever receives sanctifi ed by the Holy Spirit. me, will live in me forever and will inherit the A: Lord, forgive the sins and off ences of this kingdom of Heaven'' Forgive our sins and be brother (sister). gracious to us. Make this servant worthy to receive Your precious Body and Blood. May D: Let us receive these sacred mysteries in peace he (she), by the power of these holy mysteries, and unity with one another. obtain forgiveness of sins and life everlasting. 168Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 169

A: Lord, forgive the sins and off ences of this C: (blessing the sick person) May the life-giving brother (sister). grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be made perfect D: O Lord, may these sacred mysteries lead us to in you  through His mercy. the resurrection of our bodies and the salvation A: Always and forever, Amen. of our souls. C: (while giving Communion) May the Body A: May they be the source of life everlasting. and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ be for the Amen. forgiveness of sins and eternal life. D: Let us pray, Peace be with us. Concluding Prayers C: Lord God, make us worthy to be in your C: Almighty God, we glorify Your mysterious presence with the confi dence You have providence. We thank You for having sent mercifully bestowed on us. Enable us to stand Your beloved Son to us to give forgiveness in Your presence with cheerful faces and pure to the sinners, healing to the sick, and relief hearts. Calling upon You together, we pray: to the affl icted. May this brother (sister) be C: Our Father in heaven blessed to savour Your fatherly protection and A: Holy be Your name, saving presence. The Father, Son and Holy Your kingdom come, Your will be done Spirit, Lord of all, forever. on earth as it is in heaven. D: Amen. Lord bless us. Give us this day the bread we need C: O merciful and healing Christ, we praise You and forgive us our debts and sins for You have accepted our prayers and the as we have forgiven those who off ended us. anointing service, and have given solace to Do not let us fall into temptation, this brother (sister). May intercession of the but deliver us from the evil one. Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph and our Father For Yours is the kingdom, the power St. Thomas, the apostle, and all the saints, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. 170Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Sacrament of Anointing the Sick 171

especially of the heavenly patron (patroness) The Rite of Anointing the Sick in of this brother (sister), be with him(her). Lord Danger of Death of all, forever. C: (entering the sick person's room) May the A: Amen. peace of the Lord with you. Final Blessing A: Amen. C: (placing the right hand on the sick person) C: (placing the right hand on the sick person) May God the Father bless you, giving you May God the Father bless you, giving you all the spiritual gifts through our Lord Jesus all the spiritual gifts through our Lord Jesus Christ. Forgiving your sins, may He sanctify Christ. Forgiving your sins, may He sanctify you. May He send His heavenly hosts to protect you. May He sent His heavenly hosts to you always. May He strengthen you to bear the protect you always. May He strengthen you sorrows of life cheerfully and to off er yourself to bear the sorrows of life cheerfully and to to the cross of Christ. May He empower you off er yourself to the cross of Christ. May He to live placing your hope in the everlasting empower you to live placing your hope in the bliss. May He bless abundantly your near ones everlasting bliss. May He bless abundantly and those who serving you, and all who have your near ones and those serving you, and all participated in this sacred service. Now, always who have participated in this sacred service.  (blesses the person) and forever. Now, always and for ever (blesses all). A: Amen. A: Amen. C: (Making the sign of the cross with holy oil on The celebrant brings the cross for the the forehead of the sick person) For spiritual sick person to kiss and physical healing (Name of the sick person) is anointed and sanctifi ed. In the name of the Father and of the Son  and of the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. 172

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Rite of Betrothal General Instructions 1. Since the rite of betrothal is only a sacramental, it is not celebrated along with the Holy Qurbana. 2. If the rite of betrothal is celebrated on Sundays or any other day of obligation, Qurbana may be celebrated either before or after this ceremony. The man and the woman, together with their relatives and friends enter the church through the main door and proceed to the Bema. The man and the woman stand in front of the Bema; man on the right side and woman on the left side. There must be two witnesses near them. C: Glory to God in the highest. (3) A: Amen. (3) C: Peace and hope to people on earth, always and forever. A: Amen. C: Our Father in heaven, 174Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 175

C&A: Hallowed be Thy name, C&A: Hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come. Thy kingdom come. Holy, holy, holy are you. Holy, holy, holy are you. Our Father in heaven, Our Father in heaven, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. heaven and earth are full of your glory. Angels and people sing out your glory; Angels and people sing out your glory; Holy, holy, holy are you. Holy, holy, holy are you. Our Father in heaven, OR hallowed be Thy name, C: Our Father in heaven Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth A: Hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, As it is in heaven. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day the bread we need Give us this day the bread we need and forgive us our debts and sins And forgive us our debts and sins as we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. As we have forgiven those who oﬀ ended us. Do not let us fall into temptation, Do not let us fall into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom, For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory, the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. forever and ever. Amen. C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, Our Father in heaven, and to the Holy Spirit. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Angels and people sing out your glory; A: From eternity and forever. Amen. Holy, holy, holy are you. C: Our Father in heaven, 176Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 177

D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. C: Come, O Children, listen to me; C: O God our Lord, you have created man and I will teach you the fear of the Lord. woman. We glorify you, for you have united A: Which of you desires life, them for the loving union and existence of the And covets many days to enjoy good? human race. Lord, you who have selected our C: Keep your tongue from evil, forefather Isaac and his life partner Rabecca, And your lips from speaking deceit. graciously bless these servants (names) who have come here to make the promise to be A: Depart from evil, and do good; united in marriage with full freedom of mind Seek peace and pursue it. and complete joy. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, C: Glory be to the Father and to the Son Lord of all, forever. and to the Holy Spirit. A: Amen. A: From eternity and forever, Amen. Psalm 34: 8-14 C: (Canon) Lord who prepared the way for Isaac C: Taste and see that the Lord is good. to fi nd out the wife, bless these servants who (Canon) Lord who prepared the way for Isaac have come for the engagement. to fi nd out the wife, bless these servants who D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. have come for the engagement. C: Lord, Our God, For all the helps and blessings A: Happy are those who take refuge in Him. You have bestowed on us and for which we C: Fear the Lord, you his holy ones, can never be grateful enough, we off er You For those who fear him have no want. never-ending praise and glory in the Church, crowned like a spouse with every goodness A: The young lions suff er want and hunger, and grace. You are the creator and Lord of all, But those who seek the Lord the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, forever. Lack no good things. A: Amen. 178Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 179

A: Lord of all we bow and praise You preserver of our lives. We are bound always to Jesus Christ, we glorify You thank, adore, and glorify You. The Lord of all, For You give man glorious resurrection forever. And You are the one who saves his soul. A: Amen. C: It is proper to thank You and praise Your name. D: Lift up your voices and sing aloud Lord of all we bow and praise You..., Let us all sing His praise A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to Bless the Lord the Holy Spirit. From the eternity and forever. Bless the Lord eternal. Amen. A: Holy Lord of all Lord of all we bow and praise You..., Holy mighty One OR Holy immortal One A: Lord of all, we praise You. Jesus Christ, we Have mercy on us. glorify You. For You are the one who raises C: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son our bodies, and saves our souls. and the Holy Spirit. C: It is proper to thank You and praise your name. Holy Lord of all... Lord of all, we praise You..., A: From the eternity and forever. Amen. A: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to Holy Lord of all... the Holy Spirit. From the eternity and forever. OR Amen. D: Brothers and sisters, raise your voices Lord of all, we praise You..., and glorify the living God. D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. A: Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal C: My Lord, You are truly the One who raises our One, Have mercy on us. bodies. You are the Savior of our souls, and the 180Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 181

C: Glory be to the Father, Jn 15:9-12 the Son and the Holy Spirit. As the Father has loved me, so I have loved Holy God, Holy Mighty One..., you; abide in my love. If you keep my A: From the eternity and forever. Amen. commandments, you will abide in my love, Holy God, Holy Mighty One..., just as I have kept my Father’s commandments D: Let us pray. Peace be with us. and abide in his love. I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and C: Lord, Our God, illumine our hearts and minds that your joy may be complete. “This is my to hear and understand the sweet voice of Your commandment, that you love one another as I life-giving and divine commandments. In Your have loved you.” mercy and grace, grant that they bear in us the fruits of love, hope, and salvation beneﬁ cial to OR our body and soul and that we may constantly Mt 6:25-33 praise You, Lord of all, Father, Son, and Holy ‘Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your Spirit, forever. life, what you will eat or what you will drink, A: Amen. or about your body, what you will wear. Is not Gospel Reading life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air; they D: Let us stand and listen attentively to the Holy neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, Gospel. and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. C: Peace  be with you. Are you not of more value than they? And A: With you and with your spirit. can any of you by worrying add a single hour to your span of life? And why do you worry C: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ about clothing? Consider the lilies of the ﬁ eld, proclaimed by St. ... how they grow; they neither toil nor spin, yet A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. 182Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 183

I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was A: Lord, have mercy on these servants. not clothed like one of these. But if God so D: Bless these servants to prepare themselves for clothes the grass of the fi eld, which is alive a married life based on Christian virtues and today and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, with a pure heart. We beseech you. will he not much more clothe you - you of little faith? Therefore do not worry, saying, A: Lord, have mercy on these servants. “What will we eat?” or “What will we drink?” D: May these servants enter into married life, or “What will we wear?” For it is the Gentiles being conscious of the obligations of the who strive for all these things; and indeed your Christian family. We beseech you. heavenly Father knows that you need all these A: Lord, have mercy on these servants. things. But strive fi rst for the kingdom of God D: Lord, prepare these servants to acknowledge and his righteousness, and all these things will that the sacrament of marriage is a covenant be given to you as well. between God and the spouses and a relation A: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord. lasting unto death. We beseech you. Homily A: Lord, have mercy on these servants. Karozutha S: Let us commend ourselves and one another to D: Let us all with joy and devotion pray for these the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. servants who present themselves before you, A: Lord, Our God, we commend ourselves to you. saying ‘Lord, have mercy on these servants’. C: O God our Lord, have mercy on these servants A: Lord, have mercy on these servants. who have come before your presence for the D: Bless these servants and bestow your grace celebration of betrothal. Bless them graciously upon them to enter into the holy sacrament to fulfi ll their promise and to lead a life pleasing of matrimony according to their promise. We to You. Keep them and their families united in beseech you. 184Rite of Betrothal Rite of Betrothal 185

love. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Lord of all, C: Do you bear witness to this promise of forever. marriage? C: Amen. Witnesses: Yes. C: You are aware that the promise of marriage C: May Jesus Christ our Lord, bless you (names) may be done only with right knowledge and who made the promise of marriage and may full consent. The Holy Church gives you an He bless you to fulﬁ ll your promise. occasion to declare publicly your promise to (Sprinkles Holy Water) get married. A: Amen. The celebrant calling the man by his name asks: C: O Lord Jesus, who received the Church as the pure bride, graciously extend Your right C: (Name of the man) Do you promise to accept hand of mercy upon these persons who have (Name of the woman) as your wife according made the promise of marriage. Protect them to the law of Christ and according to the under the shade of Your providence. May the teachings of the Holy Church? intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Man: Yes. I promise. mother, St. Joseph, the head of the Holy The celebrant calling the woman by Family, and St. Thomas, our Apostle, make her name asks: perfect the promise made by these persons. C: (Name of the woman) Do you promise to May the prayer of all the saints especially the accept (Name of the man) as your husband saints and the blessed ones of our Church help according to the law of Christ and according and protect them, Lord of all, forever. to the teachings of the Holy Church? A: Amen. Bless us, O Lord. Woman: Yes. I promise. The celebrant asks the witnesses 186Rite of Betrothal 187

Final Blessing C: May God, by His Word strengthen the promise of marriage that you have made in His providence. Let Him conﬁ rm it by the commandment of love and perfect it by His mercy. May God, who has united Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob and Rachel, seal your promise in faith, truth, love, and unity of heart. May God strengthen you to receive the sacrament of matrimony with intense prayer and spiritual preparation. May God abundantly bless you, your parents who brought you up in love, your family members and all those who took part in this holy ceremony, now, and always  and forever. A: Amen. 188