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GENERAL AND VICARIATE CALENDAR Order for

2017 NAME OF THE ELEBRATION OF ASS Dec 04 St John Damascene, and C M Dec 11 St Damasus I, Dec 29 St , Bishop and in the Jan 22 St Vincent, Deacon and Martyr Feb 05 St Agatha, and Martyr APOSTOLIC VICARIATE OF Apr 02 St Francis of Paola, Hermit Apr 11 St Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr SOUTHERN ARABIA Apr 13 St Martin I, Pope and Martyr Apr 21 St Anselm, Bishop and Doctor of the Church

Apr 23 St George, Martyr

Apr 30 St Pius V, Pope May 21 St Christopher Magallanes, Priest, and Companions, Jun 11 St , Apostle Jun 24 The Immaculate Heart of Mary (moveable observance) Jul 09 St Augustine Zhao Rong, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs Jul 16 Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Jul 23 St Bridget, Religious

Jul 30 St , Bishop and Doctor of the Church Aug 13 Sts Pontian, Pope, and Hippolytus, Priest, Martyrs Aug 20 St Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church Aug 27 St Monica 2016-2017

Sep 03 St Gregory the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church

Sep 17 St , Bishop and Doctor of the Church Oct 01 ST THÉRÈSE OF THE CHILD , Virgin and Doctor of the Church Oct 15 St Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church Sunday Lectionary: Year A Oct 22 St John Paul II, Pope Nov 12 St Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr Weekday Lectionary: Cycle I

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CONTENTS OMITTED OBSERVANCES 2016-7 ABBREVIATIONS ...... 4 BIBLICAL ABBREVIATIONS ...... 6 MOVEABLE FEASTS OF THE YEAR 2016-2017 ...... 7 The following observances are omitted in the liturgical year 2016-7. However, a SPECIAL DAYS THROUGH THE YEAR ...... 7 remembrance may still be made of these in the Eucharistic Prayer, if the Eucharistic Prayer chosen allows for the insertion of the names of the saint of HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION ...... 8 day (e.g. Eucharistic Prayer III). SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS 2016-7 ...... 8 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS ...... 9 FAST, ABSTINENCE AND DAYS OF PENANCE ...... 9 PARTICULAR CALENDARS FASTING ...... 9

ABSTINENCE ...... 9 2017 NAME OF SAINT INSTITUTE/SOCIETY EUCHARISTIC FAST ...... 10 Jan 15 Blessed Louis Variara Salesian EASTER OBLIGATION ...... 10 Jan 22 Blessed Laura Vicuña Salesian ABSOLUTION WITH GENERAL CONFESSION ...... 11 Mar 02 St. Agnes of Prague, Religious Capuchin TABLE OF LITURGICAL DAYS ...... 12 Apr 21 St. Conrad of Parzham, Religious Capuchin OCCURRENCE AND CONCURRENCE OF DAYS ...... 14 Apr 30 Bl. Benedict of Urbino, Priest Capuchin THE ARRANGING OF MASS ACCORDING TO THE CALENDAR ...... 14 May 06 ST. DOMINIC SAVIO Salesian THE MASS TO BE CELEBRATED IN CASES OF CONCURRENCE ...... 15 May 28 St. Mary Ann of Jesus of Paredas, Virgin Capuchin THE CALENDAR TO BE FOLLOWED ...... 15 June 23 St. Cafasso Salesian DIVERGENCES IN WEEKEND OBLIGATION MASSES ...... 17 Aug 13 St. Mark of Aviano, Priest Capuchin ARRANGEMENT OF THE MASS ...... 18 Sep 17 STIGMATA OF ST. FRANCIS Capuchin SUNDAYS ...... 18 Oct 01 ST. THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS C.S.S.T./Comboni SEASONAL WEEKDAYS ...... 19 Oct 22 St. Peter of Alcantara, Priest Capuchin WEEKDAYS IN ORDINARY TIME ...... 19 Oct 29 Bl. Rua Salesian Nov 26 St. Leonard of Port Maurice, Priest Capuchin SOLEMNITIES & FEASTS ...... 20 VIGILS ...... 21

MEMORIALS ...... 22

COMMEMORATIONS ...... 23 BRIEF NOTE IN THE USE OF THE COMMON OF SAINTS ...... 24 MASSES ‘EXTRA ORDINEM OFFICII’ ...... 25 MASSES FOR THE DEAD ...... 25 138 NOVEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 3

F.M.C.K.: (tmrw) Titular of the Congregation sol w MASSES FOR VARIOUS NEEDS AND VOTIVE MASSES ...... 26 OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, D1 V1 R sol w 26 Sun RITUAL MASSES ...... 27 KING OF THE UNIVERSE EXTERNAL SOLEMNITY ...... 28 Ez 34:11-12, 15-17|Ps 22(23):1-3,5-6| SYNTHESIS OF THE PRECEDING INFORMATION ...... 29 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28|Mt 25:31-46 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; EUCHARISTIC PRAYERS ...... 31

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] LITURGICAL COLORS ...... 33 F.M.C.K.: Titular of the Congregation sol w ORDO KEY ...... 35 NOTE: [1] Plenary for the faithful who publicly pray SEASON OF ADVENT ...... 36 the Act of Dedication of the Human Race to Christ the King (EI 2). This prayer should be led by a priest or another NOVEMBER 2016 ...... 37 suitable person outside of the Mass, and not within the liturgy. DECEMBER 2016 ...... 39 [2] Where customary, a procession may fittingly take place to MISA DE AGUINALDO (SIMBANG GABI) ...... 42 honour Christ the King. If the procession is Eucharistic in THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS ...... 44 character, and held after a Mass, the Host to be carried in the JANUARY 2017 ...... 48 procession is consecrated during that Mass. After Communion, the monstrance in which the consecrated Host has been placed is THE SEASON OF ORDINARY TIME (I) ...... 50 set on the altar. When the Prayer after Communion has been NOTE: WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY ...... 52 said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. FEBRUARY 2017 ...... 56 The priest wears a cope for a procession: if the procession takes THE SEASON OF LENT ...... 62 place immediately after Mass, he may retain the chasuble. MARCH 2017 ...... 65 27 Mon Monday in the 34th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Dn 1:1-6, 8-20|Dan 3:52-56|Lk 21:1-4 APRIL 2017 ...... 71 [OT Week 34]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) THE SACRED PASCHAL TRIDUUM ...... 74 Capuchin: St. Francis Anthony Fasani, Priest mem w THE SEASON OF EASTER ...... 81 th D3 V3 R 28 Tue Tuesday in the 34 Week of Ord. Time wkdy g MAY 2017 ...... 86 Dn 2:31-45|Dan 3:57-61|Lk 21:5-11 [OT Week 34]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) JUNE 2017 ...... 94 Capuchin: St. James of the Marches, Priest op.m w THE SEASON OF ORDINARY TIME (II) ...... 98 29 Wed Wednesday in the 34th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g JULY 2017 ...... 105 Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28| AUGUST 2017 ...... 112 Dan 3:62-67|Lk 21:12-19 SEPTEMBER 2017 ...... 118 [OT Week 34]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OCTOBER 2017 ...... 123 Capuchin: ALL SAINTS OF THE SERAPHIC ORDER fst w 30 Thu ST. ANDREW, APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst r NOVEMBER 2017 ...... 131 Rom 10:9-18|Ps 18(19)2-5|Mt 4:18-22 OMITTED OBSERVANCES 2016-7 ...... 139 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II;

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ABBREVIATIONS 21 Tue Presentation of the B.V. Mary D2 V2 R mem w 2 Mc 6:18-31|Ps 3:2-7|Lk 19:1-10 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI ant. antiphon(s) oblig obligation 22 Wed St. Cecilia, Virgin & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r B.V. Blessed Virgin Mary OCI Order of Christian 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31|Ps 16(17):1,5-6,8,15| Mary Initiation (ritual book) Lk 19:11-28 BB Book of Blessings OCM Order of Celebrating prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; (ritual book) Matrimony (ritual book) Pf. of Virgins/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI bl black op.m optional memorial 23 Thu Thursday in the 33rd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g CE Ceremonial of Bishops opt optional 1 Mc 2:15-29|Ps 49(50):1-2,5-6,14-15| (ritual book) OT Ordinary Time Lk 19:41-44 CIC 1983 Code of Canon Law PC Postcommunion prayer [OT Sun 33]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Col Collect Pf. Preface or St. Clement I, Pope & Martyr op.m r Com Common PO Prayer over the Offerings prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Comm Commemoration prop proper Pf. of /Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Cr Credo/Creed Pryr Prayer over the People or St. Columban, Abbot op.m w D1, D2, (see pp. 25, 29) over Ppl prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; D3 Ps Psalm Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI DPP Directory of Popular Piety PS Paschalis Sollemnitatis EI Manual of Instruction on the Preparation 24 Fri St. Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest D2 V2 R mem r EP Eucharistic Prayer of the Paschal Feasts & Companions, Martyrs 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59|1 Chron 29:10-12| EPVN Eucharistic Prayer for R Ritual Mass permitted. Various Needs r red Lk 19:45-48 FAP at Prayer RCIA Rite of Christian Initiation prop Mass; Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: [same as above] mem r (ritual book) for Adults (ritual book) fst feast RM Ritual Masses OBLIG. Our Lord Jesus Christ, sol w g green (section in missal) King of the Universe (see 26-Nov. and its Note) Gl Gloria/Glory to God ro rose 25 Sat St. Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin Martyr D3 V3 R op.m r GMY General indications for the RS Redemptionis 1 Mc 6:1-13|Ps 9:2-4,6,16,19|Lk 20:27-40 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Marian Year Sacramentum IGLH General Instruction of the Instruction on certain matters Pf. of Virgins/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Liturgy of the Hours to be observed or to be avoided Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary w VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II IGMR General Instruction of the regarding the Holy Roman Missal sol solemnity or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. rd Ms Mass(es) Sol.Bl solemn blessing or Saturday in the 33 Week of Ord. Time wkdy g mem memorial Ss./St. Saints/Saint [OT Sun 33]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) obl obligatory Sugg Suggested OBLIG. Our Lord Jesus Christ, sol w King of the Universe (see 26-Nov. and its Note) 136 NOVEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 5

18 Sat Dedication of the Basilicas D3 V3 R op.m w Suppl Supplement VN Various Needs of Ss. Peter & Paul transf. transferred (section in missal) Acts 28:11-16, 30-31|Ps 97(98):1-6|Mt 14:22-33 UNLYC Universal Norms for the vot votive All the readings for this optional memorial are proper and found in Liturgical Year & Calendar VotMs Votive Mass the Proper of Saints v violet w white prop Mass; Pf. of Apostles I-II V1, V2, V3 (see pp. 26, 29) wkdy weekday or Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary w Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9|Ps 104(105):2-3,36-37,42-43| PARISHES, INSTITUTES AND SOCIETIES Lk 18:1-8 mentioned in this Ordo VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II

or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. Aden St. Francis of , Aden nd or Saturday in the 32 Week of Ord. Time wkdy g Al Ain St. Mary, Al Ain [OT Sun 32]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Bur Dubai St. Mary, Dubai Capuchin: St. Salome of Krakow op.m. w C.S.J. Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery rd OBLIG. 33 Sunday of Ord. Time (see 19-Nov. and its Note) g C.S.S.T. Carmelite Sisters of St. Teresa Rosary: (tmrw) ST. MARIE ALPHONSINE sol w Capuchin Order of Minor Capuchin NOTE: In Oman, an intention may be included in the Prayers of Comboni Comboni Sisters the Faithful for the country and Sultan on National Day. Crater Holy Family, Aden 19 Sun 33RD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g F.M.C.K. Franciscan Missionary Sisters of Christ the King Prv 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31|Ps 127(128):1-5| Fujairah Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Fujairah 1 Thes 5:1-6|Mt 25:14-30 or 25:14-15, 19-21 Ghala Holy Spirit, Ghala prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; Hodeidah Sacred Heart, Hodeidah opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Jebel Ali St. , Jebel Ali Rosary: ST. MARIE ALPHONSINE sol w M.C. of Charity NOTE: [1] In Oman, a special intention may be included in the M.S.P. Mission Society of the Philippines Prayers of the Faithful for the Sultan on his birthday. Ma’ala , Aden [2]Today is the World Day of the Poor, on which Christians Mushrif St. Joseph, Abu Dhabi prepare for the Solemnity of Christ the King by “reflecting on how Mussafah St. Paul, Musaffah poverty is at the very heart of the Gospel” and try to foster R.A.K. St. , Ras Al Khaimah pastoral conversion and witness to mercy by working for justice Rosary Dominican Sisters of the Rosary and peace. (Misericordia 21). Suitable initiatives for the poor Ruwi Ss. Peter and Paul, Ruwi and marginalized may take place through the whole week. S.P.C. Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres 20 Mon Monday in the 33rd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Salalah St. , Salalah 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63| Salesian Society of St. Ps 118(119):53,61,134,150,155,158|Lk 18:35-43 Sana’a Mary, Help of Christians, Sana’a [OT Sun 33]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Sharjah St. Michael, Sharjah Sohar St. Anthony, Sohar Taiz St. Therese of Child Jesus, Taiz 6 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A NOVEMBER 2017 135

BIBLICAL ABBREVIATIONS 12 Sun 32ND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Wis 6:12-16|Ps 62(63):2-8|

OLD TESTAMENT 1 Thes 4:13-18 or 4:13-14|Mt 25:1-13 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

Amos Am 1 Kings 1 Kgs opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Baruch Bar 2 Kings 2 Kgs 13 Mon Monday in the 32nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 1 Chronicles 1 Chr Lamentations Lam Wis 1:1-7|Ps 138(139):1-10|Lk 17:1-6 2 Chronicles 2 Chr Leviticus Lv [OT Sun 32]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Daniel Dn 1 Maccabees 1 Mc Deuteronomy Dt 2 Maccabees 2 Mc Salesian: Bl. Artemides Zatti, Religious mem w Ecclesiastes Eccl Mal 14 Tue Tuesday in the 32nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Esther Est Mi Wis 2:23-3:9|Ps 33(34):2-3,16-19|Lk 17:7-10 Exodus Ex Na [OT Sun 32]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Ezra Ezr Nehemiah Neh Capuchin: St. Nicholas Tavelic, Priest, op. m r Ez Numbers Nm Genesis Gn Ob and Companions, Martyrs Hb Proverbs Prv C.S.S.T.: ALL CARMELITE SAINTS fst w Hg Psalm(s) Ps 15 Wed Wednesday in the 32nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Hos Ruth Ru Wis 6:1-11|Ps 81(82):3-4,6-7|Lk 17:11-19 Is 1 1 Sm Jer 2 Samuel 2 Sm [OT Sun 32]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) St. Albert the Great, op.m w Jb Sirach/Ecclesiasticus Sir or Jl Song of Songs Sg Bishop & Doctor of the Church Jon Tobit Tob prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Joshua Jos Wisdom Wis Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Judges Jgs Zechariah Zec Judith Jdt Zep C.S.S.T.: All Carmelite Souls bl/v Salesian: Bl. Madeleine Morano, Virgin op. m w nd NEW TESTAMENT 16 Thu Thursday in the 32 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Wis 7:22b- 8:1|Ps 118(119):89-91, 130,135,175|

Acts of the Apostles Acts Mark Mk Lk 17:20-25 Colossians Col Matthew Mt [OT Sun 32]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 1 Corinthians 1 Cor 1 Peter 1 Pt or St. Margaret of Scotland op.m w 2 Corinthians 2 Cor 2 Peter 2 Pt prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Ephesians Eph Philemon Phlm Galatians Gal Philippians Phil Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Hebrews Heb Revelation Rv 17 Fri St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious D2 V2 R mem w James Jas Romans Rom Wis 13:1-9|Ps 18(19):2-5|Lk 17:26-37 John (Gospel) Jn 1 Thessalonians 1 Thes prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; 1 John 1 Jn 2 Thessalonians 2 Thes 2 John 2 Jn 1 Timothy 1 Tm Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: ST. ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY, 3 John 3 Jn 2 Timothy 2 Tm fst w Jude Jude Titus Ti Patroness of SFO Luke Lk OBLIG. 33rd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 19-Nov. and its Note) g 134 NOVEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 7

3 Masses: MOVEABLE FEASTS OF THE YEAR 2016-2017 • Mass 1: for deceased bishops using Col/PO/ PC For a Diocesan Bishop (MsDead IV.2.A). First Sunday of Advent…………………………………… Nov 27 • Mass 2: for deceased using the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph…………………... Dec 30 Col/PO/PC For a Priest (MsDead IV.3.A-B). The Epiphany of the Lord………………………………... Jan 08 • Mass 3: for deceased religious, using the Col The of the Lord…………………………………. Jan 09 For a Religious (MsDead IV.5). African: All Saints of Africa mem w Our Lady of Arabia………………………………………. Jan 14 Capuchin: Bl. Andrew of Palazuelo, Priest op.m r Ash Wednesday…………………………………………... Mar 01

& Companions, Martyrs Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord………………….. Apr 09 Capuchin: Bl. Frederic of Berga, Priest op.m r Easter Sunday & Companions, Martyrs of the Resurrection of the Lord…………………………... Apr 16 7 Tue Tuesday in the 31st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g The Ascension of the Lord……………………………….. May 28 Rom 12:5-16b|Ps 130(131)|Lk 14:15-24 [OT Sun 31]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Pentecost Sunday………………………………………… June 04 8 Wed Wednesday in the 31st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Holy Trinity………………………………………………. June 11 Rom 13:8-10|Ps 111(112):1-2,4-5,9|Lk 14:25-33 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ………………... June 18 [OT Sun 31]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus…………………………... June 23 Capuchin: Bl. John Duns Scotus, Priest op.m. w Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe……………... Nov 26 9 Thu DEDICATION OF THE BASILICA D1 V1 R fst w OF ST. JOHN LATERAN Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 or 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17| SPECIAL DAYS THROUGH THE YEAR

Ps 45: 2-3, 5-6, 8-9|Jn 2:13-22 prop Mass; Gl; prop Pf.; World Day of Migrants and Refugees…………………….. Jan 15

opt. Sol. Bl. of Dedication [n. 19] World Day of Consecrated Life…………………………... Feb 02 NOTE: Plenary indulgence for visiting the cathedral of St. Joseph World Day of the Sick……………………………………. Feb 11 and praying an Our Father and Creed (EI 33.1.5a). Vocation Sunday…………………………………….…… May 07 10 Fri St. Leo the Great, D2 V2 R mem w World Day for the Care of Creation……………………… Sept 01 Pope & Doctor of the Church Bible Sunday……………………………………………... Oct 01 Rom 15:14-21|Ps 97(98):1-4|Lk 16:1-8 prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Mission Sunday…………………………………………... Oct 22 OBLIG. 32nd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 12-Nov.) g World Day of the Poor…………………………………... Nov 19 11 Sat St. Martin of Tours, Bishop D2 V2 R mem w Rom 16:3-9, 16, 22-27|Ps 144(145):2-5,10-11| N.B. A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who, on days universally designated to foster certain

Lk 16:9-15 religious intentions, piously assist at celebrations of this kind (EI 5) prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI OBLIG. 32nd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 12-Nov.) g

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HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION 3 Fri Friday in the 30th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g on which the faithful are obliged to participate in the celebration of the Eucharist, and should Rom 9:1-5|Ps 147:12-15,19-20|Lk 14:1-6 abstain as far as possible from works hindering the worship to be rendered to God, the joy [OT Sun 30]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) proper to the Lord’s day or the suitable relaxation of body and mind (C.I.C. 1247). or St. Martin De Porres, Religious op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Sundays or Fridays (where it has been decided) Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI The Nativity of the Lord…………………………………………. Dec 25 OBLIG. 31st Sunday of Ord. Time (see 5-Nov.) g The Assumption of the B.V. Mary………………………………... Aug 15 4 Sat St. Charles Borromeo, Bishop D2 V2 R mem w Rom 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29|

In order to fulfil the obligation, it is necessary only to participate in the Ps 93(94):12-15,17-18|Lk 14:1, 7-11 prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy; celebration of the Eucharist in a on the day of obligation. The rite, language or formulary of the Eucharistic celebration does not matter. Pf. of Pastors /Com.Pf. I-VI OBLIG. 31st Sunday of Ord. Time (see 5-Nov.) g N.B. C.I.C. 534 §1. After a has taken possession of his parish, he is obliged to 5 Sun 31ST SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g apply a Mass for the people entrusted to him on each Sunday and holy day of obligation Mal 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10|Ps 130(131)|

in his diocese. If he is legitimately impeded from this celebration, however, he is to apply 1 Thes 2:7b-9, 13|Mt 23:1-12 it on the same days through another or on other days himself. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS 2016-7 6 Mon Commemoration of deceased D3 V3 R bl/v on which the faithful are encouraged to participate in the celebration of the Eucharist, if able to Clergy & Religious of the Vicariate do so, and to observe the joy of the day. Dan 12:1-3 or Rom 14:7-12| Ps 41(42):2, 3, 5|

Jn 12:23-28 or Jn 17:24-26 (from Collins Lectionary Vol. III) Immaculate Conception of the B.V. Mary…………………………... Dec 08 any of the formularies For Several Deceased Persons B.V. Mary, Mother of God………………………………………….. Jan 01 (MsDead III.B. 1-6). An appropriate Col (and PO Our Lady of Arabia, Principal Patroness of the Gulf…………………….. Jan 14 and PC) may be taken from Section IV: Various

St. Joseph (transferred) …………………………...…………………... Mar 20 Prayers for the Dead. In all cases, prayers given in the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus…………………………...……………... June 23 singular are changed to the plural. Suggested Ss. Peter and Paul, Principal Patrons of the Vicariate…………………… July 02 division according to number of parish Masses: All Saints…………………………...…………………………...….... Nov 01 1 Mass: Titular Saint of the parish church • For all deceased clergy and religious, using the Where customary, a public novena may mark the Solemnities of Christmas, Col For One Who Worked in the Service of the Gospel (MsDead IV.6) Assumption, Pentecost, Ss. Peter & Paul, and in each parish, its own Titular Saint. Similarly, a public triduum or septenary may be held before the other 2 Masses: special celebration days, observances in honor of the B.V. Mary, or any day with • Mass 1:for deceased bishops and priests, using the liturgical rank of Solemnity or Feast, according to the judgement of the parish Col/PO/PC For a Priest (MsDead IV.3.A-B). priest in response to the devotion of the faithful. Mass 2: for deceased religious, using the Col For a Religious (MsDead IV.5) 132 NOVEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 9

1 Wed ALL SAINTS D1 V1 R sol w Institutes or Societies of Consecrated or Apostolic Life in each parish may also Rv 7:2-4, 9-14|1 Jn 3:1-3|Mt 5:1-12a wish to celebrate their Founders and significant saints or devotions with either a prop Mass; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; public novena, septenary or triduum. All such public devotions are indulgenced

opt. Sol. Bl. of All Saints [n. 18] (EI 22.1.) NOTE: If the Litany of Saints is sung for the entrance procession of the Mass, the introductory rites are omitted. After the kissing SPECIAL COLLECTIONS and incensing of the altar, Mass continues with the Glory to and days in the liturgical year on which they are to be made in all the churches of the Vicariate. God and the Collect. 2 Thu COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE bl/v Mission of the Vicariate: Christmas Day & Easter Sunday FAITHFUL DEPARTED (ALL SOULS) Holy Land: Good Friday Wis 3:1-9|Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9|Jn 6:37-40 Peter’s Pence: Ss. Peter and Paul (whole weekend) or any readings from the Masses of the Dead (Collins Vol. III) Evangelization Mission Sunday (whole weekend) any of the 3 prop Mass given under this day; no Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Dead I-V; opt. Sol. Bl. in Cel. for the Dead [n. 20] NOTE: [1]For the Blessing of Graves, see BB 1739-1753. See FAST, ABSTINENCE AND DAYS OF PENANCE also Note (h) for this month. [2] The Constitution of Benedict XV Incrumentum Altaris FASTING Sacrificium, allows all priests to celebrate 3 Masses on this day and IGMR 204 extends this permission to concelebration. The Fasting is obligatory for those who have completed their 18th year to the beginning of their 60th first Mass may be for a personal intention, the second must be for year (C.I.C. 1241). One meal a day is eaten. Some food may be taken at two other times in all the faithful departed, and the third must be for the intention of the day to maintain strength (cf. Paenitemini III.2). the Pope. [3] It is not necessary that all 3 formularies of the missal be used Fasting is observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday consecutively – any of the formuaries may be chosen for any Mass and/or a particular formulary repeated for 2 or 3 Masses. ABSTINENCE

[4] Pastors of souls may offer instruction on avoiding practices involving divination, reincarnation, dreams purportedly from the Abstinence is binding on those who have completed their 14th year (C.I.C. 1241). Those who dead, and denial of the immortality of the soul or hope of the abstain refrain from eating meat but eggs, milk products and animal fat condiments are allowed resurrection (DPP 258). Suitable suffrage for the dead (cf. Paenitemini III.1). encouraged by the Church should be mentioned – such suffrage includes alms, works of mercy, fasting, gaining indulgences for the Abstinence is observed: dead, daily recitation of prayers or invocations for the dead [at the • on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Angelus, rosary and prayers before meals] and other forms of piety • on all Wednesdays that are not Solemnities. However, outside of Lent, the especially in the month of November (DPP 260). faithful may substitute abstinence from meat with another act of penance, [5] Plenary indulgence for the souls in purgatory obtained by the such as prayer or a work of charity. faithful visit a church and pray the Our Father and Creed. This Wednesday abstinence is observed instead of Fridays (as in the Universal Church) due to the particular circumstances of the Vicariate of Southern Arabia. 10 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A NOVEMBER 2017 131

The sacred season of Lent is a time for purification, enlightenment and renewal NOVEMBER 2017 of faith. The virtue and practice of penance form a necessary part of the preparation for Easter. In a special way, on all the weekdays of Lent, the faithful are encouraged to practice abstinence, fasting and other works of prayer, The month of November is especially dedicated to the of the saints penance, self-denial and charity according to ability. In accordance with the desire and prayer for the faithful departed. Practices with these aims are encouraged of the Second Vatican Council, Paschalis Sollemnitatis recommends that the Paschal during this month. These may include: fast and abstinence of Good Friday be prolonged, where possible, on Holy

Saturday until the Easter Vigil. a) use of the daily Mass for the Dead or the Votive Mass of All Saints, when allowed by the rubrics.

In the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, a special Day of Prayer in memory of the b) A Mass for the souls of all parishioners and benefactors who passed away modern martyrs of Yemen is observed in June. The faithful are encouraged to within the preceding year (or another suitable period of time). remember the sacrifices of Christians in the country (especially those who have c) activities and devotions that highlight the lives of various saints as examples given their lives in service of the Gospel) and to perform works of prayer or and models for the faithful., especially Patron Saints, evangelizers to penance for the restoration of peace. In 2017, this day is observed on June 26. particular countries, or newly canonized saints.

d) the substitution of the Litany of Saints (see Supplement) for the Litany of the EUCHARISTIC FAST B.V. Mary after the rosary, if such would not unduly disturb the faithful.

e) public recitation of the Psalm 129(130) Out of the depths after the rosary or The faithful who are to receive Holy Communion must abstain for one hour Angelus, with the invocation Eternal rest. before Holy Communion from any food and drink, aside from water and f) the veneration of relics and images of the saints, especially on the Feast of medicine. However, the sick, infirm and elderly (and their caregivers) may receive All Saints. Holy Communion even if they have eaten something within the preceding hour. g) encouragement of almsgiving, works of mercy and prayer for the souls of the departed. A person who has already received the Most Holy Eucharist can receive it a h) visits to a cemetery to pray for the departed, especially between Nov 1 and second time on the same day but only within a Eucharistic celebration in which Nov 8. When possible, a procession in the cemetery with the Litany of Saints the person participates. Holy Communion should not be received more than for the departed, and other prayers with the blessing of graves may take twice in a single day unless one is in danger of death. place. The Order for Visiting a Cemetery (BB 1739-1753) should be followed.

Priests who (con)celebrate Mass should always receive Holy Communion at that A plenary indulgence for the souls in purgatory is granted to the faithful who visit Mass, even if they have received Holy Communion previously at other Masses. a cemetery on any and each day between November 1 and November 8 and pray for the departed; at other times, the indulgence is partial. A partial indulgence for the souls of the departed is also granted for invocations such as Eternal Rest or EASTER OBLIGATION the praying of Lauds (Morning Prayer) and Vespers (Evening Prayer) from the Office of the Dead. The faithful who have made their First Holy Communion are to receive Holy ______Communion at least once a year during the Easter Season. Within the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, this precept may be fulfilled at any time between the First PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Christians in Asia. That Christians in Asia, bearing Sunday of Lent and Trinity Sunday (Sunday after Pentecost). Each member of witness to the Gospel in word and deed, may promote dialogue, peace, and the faithful who has reached the age of discretion is also obliged to confess his or mutual understanding. her grave sins at least once a year. 130 OCTOBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 11

29 Sun DEDICATION OF ALL D1 V1 R sol w ABSOLUTION WITH GENERAL CONFESSION THE CHURCHES OF THE VICARIATE 1 Kgs 8:22-23, 27-30|Ps 83(84):3-5, 10-11| In churches of the Vicariate that have a large numbers of parishioners, such that Heb 12:18-19, 22-24| Jn 4:19-24 all are not able to avail themselves of the opportunity for the sacrament of Arabic: OUR LADY OF PALESTINE sol w Reconciliation in the weeks preceding the feast of the Nativity of the Lord NOTE: Plenary indulgence for visiting any Vicariate church and (Christmas) and the Resurrection of the Lord (Easter), the Apostolic Vicar has there praying an Our Father and the Creed (EI 33.1.6). determined that absolution without individual confession may be offered to the 30 Mon Monday in the 30th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g faithful present on the following 2 occasions: Rom 8:12-17|Ps 67(68):2,4,6-7,20-21|

Lk 13:10-17 • at the Midnight Mass(es) of Christmas [OT Sun 30]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • on Good Friday, especially before the principal liturgical action of the 31 Tue Tuesday in the 30th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g day. Rom 8:18-25|Ps 125(126)|Lk 13:18-21 [OT Sun 30]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) The rite for imparting general absolution may be found in the Supplement or in the After Evening Prayer (4 p.m.): Rite of Penance, Rite III. ALL SAINTS (see 1-Nov).

Capuchin: Bl. Angelo of Acri, Priest op. m w To validly receive sacramental absolution when general absolution is given, a person must be properly disposed and intend to confess within a suitable period of time each grave (mortal) sin which at that moment cannot be so confessed. He or she is to approach individual confession as soon as possible, given the opportunity, before receiving another general absolution, unless there is a just cause. This is to be clearly announced to the assembled faithful before the imparting of general absolution.

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TABLE OF LITURGICAL DAYS 23 Mon Monday in the 29th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Rom 4:20-25|Lk 1:69-75|Lk 12:13-21 I [OT Sun 29]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 1. The Paschal Triduum. or St. John of Capistrano, Priest op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

2. The Nativity of the Lord, the Epiphany, the Ascension, Pentecost Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Sundays of Advent, Lent, and Easter. Capuchin: St. John of Capistrano, Priest mem w Ash Wednesday . 24 Tue Tuesday in the 29th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Weekdays of Holy Week from Monday up to and including Thursday. Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-21|Ps 39:7-10,17|Lk 12:35-38 Days within the Octave of Easter. [OT Sun 29]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or St. , Bishop op.m w 3. Solemnities inscribed in the General Calendar, whether of the Lord, of the prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Blessed Virgin Mary or of Saints. Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day). Salesian: St. Louis Guanella, Priest op.m w 25 Wed Wednesday in the 29th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 4. Proper Solemnities, namely: Rom 6:12-18|Ps 123 (124)|Lk 12:39-48 a. The Solemnity of the principal Patron of the place, city or state. [OT Sun 29]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) b. The Solemnity of the dedication and of the anniversary of the Capuchin: Bl. Mary Jesus & Companions, Martyrs op.m r dedication of one’s own church. 26 Thu Thursday in the 29th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g

c. The Solemnity of the Title of one’s own church. Rom 6:19-23|Ps 1:1-4,6|Lk 12:49-53 d. The Solemnity either of the Title or of the Founder or of the principal Patron of an Order or Congregation. [OT Sun 29]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 27 Fri Friday in the 29th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Rom 7:18-25a|Ps 118(119):66, 68, 76-77, 93-94| II Lk 12:54-59 5. Feasts of the Lord inscribed in the General Calendar. [OT Sun 29]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OBLIG. Dedication of all the churches of the Vicariate sol w 6. Sundays of Christmas Time and the Sundays in Ordinary Time. (see 29-Oct. and its Note) 28 Sat SS. SIMON & JUDE, APOSTLES D1 V1 R fst r 7. Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary and of the Saints in the General Calendar. Eph 2:19-22|Ps 18(19):2-5|Lk 6:12-16 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II;

8. Proper Feasts, namely: opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] a. The Feast of the principal Patron of the diocese. OBLIG. Dedication of all the churches of the Vicariate sol w b. The Feast of the anniversary of the dedication of the cathedral (see 29-Oct. and its Note) church. c. The Feast of the principal Patron of a region or province, or a country, or of a wider territory. 128 OCTOBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 13

Ss. John de Brebeuf, Jogues op.m r d. The Feast of the Title, Founder, or principal Patron of an Order or or & Companions, Martyrs Congregation and of a religious province, without prejudice to the prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; prescriptions given under no. 4.

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI e. Other Feasts proper to an individual church. 20 Fri Friday in the 28th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g f. Other Feasts inscribed in the Calendar of each diocese or Order or Rom 4:1-8|Ps 31(32):1-2,5-11|Lk 12:1-7 Congregation. [OT Sun 28]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OBLIG. 29th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 22-Oct.) g 9. Weekdays of Advent from 17 December up to and including 24 December 21 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w Days within the Octave of Christmas Rom 4:13, 16-18|Ps 104(105):6-9,42-43| Weekdays of Lent.

Lk 12:8-12 VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II III

or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. or Saturday in the 28th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g 10. Obligatory Memorials in the General Calendar. [OT Sun 28]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Bl. James of Strepa, Bishop op. m w 11. Proper Obligatory Memorials, namely: Comboni/African: Bl. Daudi & Gildo, Martyrs mem r a. The Memorial of a secondary Patron of the place, diocese, region, or OBLIG. 29th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 22-Oct.) g religious province. 22 Sun 29TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g b. Other Obligatory Memorials inscribed in the Calendar of each Is 45:1, 4-6|Ps 95(96):1,3-5,7-10| diocese, or Order or Congregation.

1 Thes 1:1-5b|Mt 22:15-21 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; 12. Optional Memorials, which, however, may be celebrated, in the special

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] manner described in the General Instruction of the Roman Missal even on the Special Celebrations for the Work of the Mission days listed in no. 9. In the same manner Obligatory Memorials may be Readings of the day as above celebrated as Optional Memorials if they happen to fall on Lenten weekdays. Mass For the Evangelization of Peoples [VN 18]; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; 13. Weekdays of Advent up to and including 16 December. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Weekdays of Christmas Time from 2 January until the Saturday after the NOTE: This Sunday is observed as World Mission Sunday, a Epiphany. day of prayer instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1922. It recalls the Weekdays of the Easter Time from Monday after the Octave of Easter up to fundamental task of the Church to “go and teach all nations” and including the Saturday before Pentecost. about the person and Gospel of Christ the Lord. Priests should Weekdays in Ordinary Time.

encourage their congregations to be active in the work of the New Evangelization and to support, both spiritually and materially, the work of the Church in spreading the Gospel. Suitable intentions should be included in the Prayers of the Faithful.

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OCCURRENCE AND CONCURRENCE OF DAYS or Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary w VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II

Occurrence: or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. or Saturday in the 27th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g If several celebrations fall on the same day, the one that holds the highest rank [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) according to the Table of Liturgical Days is observed. OBLIG. 28th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 15-Oct. and its Note) g 15 Sun 28TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Is 25:6-10a|Ps 22(23)| However, a Solemnity impeded by a liturgical day that takes precedence over it should be transferred to the closest day not listed under nos. 1-8 in the Table of Phil 4:12-14, 19-20|Mt 22:1-14 or 1-10 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; Precedence. Whenever the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord falls on any day of Holy Week, it is transferred to the Monday after Sunday II of Easter. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] C.S.S.T.: ST TERESA OF AVILA sol w In the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, in order to ensure the observance of the 16 Mon Monday in the 28th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Sunday liturgies integral to certain seasons, Solemnities and Feasts that fall on a Rom 1:1-7|Ps 97(98):1-4|Lk 11:29-32 weekend of Advent, Lent or Easter are transferred to the preceding Thursday or [OT Sun 28]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) following Monday, according to the indications given by the Apostolic Vicar and or St. Hedwig, Religious op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; noted in this Ordo. Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Other celebrations are omitted in that year. or St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Concurrence: Pf. of Virgins/Com.Pf. I-VI Indian: Bl. Augustine Thevaraparambil op. m w Should Vespers (Evening Prayer) of the current day’s Office and First Vespers 17 Tue St. , Bishop & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r (Evening Prayer I) of the following day be assigned for celebration on the same Rom 1:16-25|Ps 18(19):2-5|Lk 11:37- 41 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; day, then Vespers (Evening Prayer) of the celebration with the higher rank in the Table of Liturgical Days takes precedence; in cases of equal rank, Vespers (Evening Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Prayer) of the current day takes precedence. 18 Wed ST. D1 V1 R fst r 2 Tm 4:10-17b|Ps 144(145):10-13,17-18|

The arranging of Mass according to the calendar Lk 10:1-9 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles II;

In general, the Mass formulary used always follows that of the liturgical day. As a opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] rule, morning Masses follow the observance of which Lauds (Morning Prayer) 19 Thu Thursday in the 28th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g was prayed. Evening Masses follow the observance of which Vespers (Evening Rom 3:21-30|Ps 129(130):1-6|Lk 11:47-54 Prayer) was prayed. [OT Sun 28]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or St. Paul of the Cross, Priest op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

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or St. Denis, Bishop, & Companions, Martyrs op.m r The Mass to be celebrated in cases of concurrence prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI The Congregation of Divine Worship gave the following indications1 to be or St. John Leonardi, Priest op.m w observed in cases where two liturgical days overlap, particularly when both are of prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; obligation.

Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Comboni: (tmrw) ST. DANIEL COMBONI sol w • The Mass to be celebrated should be the Mass of the observance of 10 Tue Tuesday in the 27th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g which Vespers was prayed (according to the rules of concurrence given Jon 3:1-10|Ps 129(130):1-4,7-8|Lk 10:38-42 previously). [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Ss. Daniel & Companions, Martyrs op. m r • For solemnities for which a particular vigil Mass exists (Nativity of the Comboni: ST. DANIEL COMBONI, sol w Lord, Epiphany, Nativity of St. , Ascension, Pentecost, Bishop & Founder Ss. Peter and Paul, Assumption), this should be preferred, even to th 11 Wed Wednesday in the 27 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Sunday. Jon 4:1-11|Ps 85(86):3-6,9-10|Lk 11:1-4 [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) However, the Congregation also authorized local Ordinaries to follow alternate or St. John XXIII, Pope op.m w practice for pastoral reason, and instructed that a uniform determination should Col from Com; rest from Com/wkdy; be made at the beginning of the year in the proper liturgical Calendar. All such Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI indications for the Vicariate of Southern Arabia can be found in this Ordo. NOTE: The Common collect has been given only in the absence of

a Proper Collect in English at the time of this Ordo’s creation. th 12 Thu Thursday in the 27 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Mal 3:13-20b|Ps 1|Lk 11:5-13 THE CALENDAR TO BE FOLLOWED [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: St. Seraphin op. m w

of Montegranaro, Religious In celebrations with the people in the churches of the Vicariate, the General 13 Fri Friday in the 27th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Calendar of the Vicariate is followed. Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2|Ps 9:2-3,6,16,8-9|Lk 11:15-26 [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Particular indications for different churches (e.g. regarding the observance of Capuchin: Bl. Honoratus of Biala, Priest op. m w Titular feasts) are given under the name of the place where the church is located. Salesian: Bl. Alexandrina Maria op. m w The particular observances of churches in the Vicariate are annotated in full, to da Costa, Virgin indicate the missal and lectionary texts for the day. OBLIG. 28th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 15-Oct. and its Note) g 14 Sat St. Callistus I, Pope & Martyr D3 V3 R op.m r Jl 4:12-21|Ps 96(97):1-2,5-6,11-12|Lk 11:27-28 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI

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Capuchin/F.M.C.K.: OUR SERAPHIC FATHER, sol w The proper calendar of an institute/society of consecrated or apostolic life may be followed2: ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, Principal Patron NOTE: • In individual celebration by a priest member (with one minister [1]Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit the church of St. participating, or without ministers). Francis of Assisi in Jebel Ali and there pray an Our Father • in the oratories of the houses of institutes/societies. and the Creed (EI 33.1.5a). • in celebrations where members of an institute/society form an [2]It is customary in many places to bless animals today. This overwhelming majority of those present. blessing always takes place outside of Mass. Either the longer (BB 946-961) or shorter rite may be used. However, even in celebrations with the people in the churches of the Vicariate, 5 Thu Thursday in the 26th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g nothing prevents the celebration of saints or feasts in a religious calendar as a Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12|Ps 18(19):8-11|Lk 10:1-12 Votive Mass on most days of the liturgical year, either: [OT Sun 26]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Commemoration of all bl/v the deceased of the Seraphic Order • selected ad libitum by the priest celebrant (on Ordinary Time weekdays) Salesian: Bl. Albert Marvelli, layperson op. m w • selected by a priest celebrant/rector who judges it to be a case of 6 Fri Friday in the 26th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g pastoral advantage (on memorials, or during the weekdays of Advent Bar 1:15-22|Ps 78(79):1-5, 8-9|Lk 10:13-16 until Dec 16, Christmas weekdays from Jan 2, and Easter weekdays). [OT Sun 26]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • selected with the permission of the Apostolic Vicar (for days numbered or St. Bruno, Priest op.m w 5-9 in the Table of Liturgical Days)3. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI The Glory to God (and Creed, if desired) may be added in celebrations of a solemn Rosary: (tmrw) OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY sol w nature. An additional reading may be selected from the Common for more OBLIG. 27th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 8-Oct.) g importanf observances. 7 Sat Our Lady of the Rosary D2 V2 R mem w Bar 4:5-12, 27-29|Ps 68(69):33-37|Lk 10:17-24 The liturgical observances of the institutes/societies or apostolic or consecrated prop Mass; Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II life that are present in the Vicariate in a sizeable number are also noted in this Rosary: OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY sol w Ordo. However, due to constraints of space, no indications regarding the Mas or Arabic: Ss. Sarkhis & Bakhos, Martyrs, op. m r lectionary texts are printed under these observances. The user is instead directed OBLIG. 27th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 8-Oct.) g to the general rules for arranging the Mass on the different days of the liturgical 8 Sun 27TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g year, and the particular texts and rubrics of the proper books of each Is 5:1-7|Ps 79(80):9,12-16,19-20| institute/society. These should be applied according to the liturgical rank of the Phil 4:6-9|Mt 21:33-43 observance that is indicated, and using the appropriate Common. Consult pp. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

20-24 for more information. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] 9 Mon Monday in the 27th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 2 However, any Solemnities occurring in the calendar of the church of celebration must Jon 1:1-2:1, 11|Jon 2:3-5,8|Lk 10:25-37 be celebrated (IGMR 353). [OT Sun 27]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 3 For greater detail, consult IGMR 374-376 and the note under Masses for Various Needs and Votive Masses. 124 OCTOBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 17

1 Sun 26TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g DIVERGENCES IN WEEKEND OBLIGATION MASSES Ez 18:25-28|Ps 24(25):4-9| according to the above rules on occurrence and concurrence Phil 2:1-11 or 2:1-5|Mt 21:28-32 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; The following table indicates the days on which the Mass formularies (including opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] the readings) will differ for the Masses celebrated on Friday, Saturday or Sunday Taiz: ST. THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS, D1 sol w that fulfil the weekly obligation to participate in the celebration of the Eucharist. Titular of the Church. Is 66:10-14c|Ps 130 (131)| It is provided to assist preachers and choir directors and others concerned. This

(reading from Com. of Virgins)|Matt 18:1-5 table does not note any divergences occurring due to an observance on the prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf of Virgins/Saints I-II; calendar of an institute/society of consecrated/apostolic life.

opt. Pryr over Ppl [n.27, 28] NOTE: This weekend is Bible Sunday, dedicated to activities highlighting Scripture’s role in the life of the Church. Preachers DATE FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Nativity Vigil/ Nativity Dawn/ should recommend practices such as lectio divina and daily DEC 23- 25 Dec 23 (weekday) Scripture reading, especially on themes of mercy (Misericordia 7) During the Night** During Day** 2 Mon Holy Guardian Angels D2 V2 R mem w DEC 30 - JAN 01 Holy Family Mother of God Mother of God Zec 8:1-8|Ps 101:16-21|Mt 18:1-5, 10 (prop) nd nd or: Ex 23:20-23|Ps 90 (91):1-6, 10-11| Mt 18:1-5, 10 JAN 13-15 2 Sun in OT Our Lady of Arabia 2 Sun in OT prop Mass; prop Pf. Dedication of the FEB 24-26 8th Sun in OT 8th Sun in OT 3 Tue Tuesday in the 26th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Cathedral Zec 8:20-23|Ps 86(87)|Lk 9:51-56 APR 14-16 Good Friday Easter Vigil Easter Sunday [OT Sun 26]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Jebel Ali/Aden: (tmrw) sol w JUNE 2-4 Pentecost (Vigil)* Pentecost (Vigil)* Pentecost (Day) ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, Titular of the Church Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 4-Oct.) JUNE 23-25 Sacred Heart Nativity of St. John 12th Sun in OT Capuchin/F.M.C.K.: (tmrw) sol w Ss. Peter & Paul Ss. Peter & Paul Ss. Peter & Paul ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, Principal Patron JUNE 30 – JULY 2 NOTE: In churches with a strong Capuchin presence, a Transitus (Vigil)* (Vigil)* (Day)

service may be held after the evening Mass to mark his passing. SEPT 8-10 Nativity B.V. Mary 23rd Sun in OT 23rd Sun in OT 4 Wed St. Francis of Assisi, Priest D2 V2 R mem w Ss. Michael, SEPT 29-OCT 1 26th Sun in OT 26th Sun in OT Neh 2:1-8|Ps 136(137):1-6|Lk 9:57-62 & prop Mass; Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Jebel Ali/Aden: ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, D1 sol w * On these days, by special permission of Apostolic Vicar, instead of the Vigil texts and readings, Titular of the Church. the readings of the Day may be used, if found more pastorally useful (see p. 21). (Rdng from Com.)|Gal 6:14-18|

Ps 15:1-2, 5, 7-8, 11|Matt 11:25-30. ** For the 3 Masses of the Nativity of the Lord (During Night, Dawn, During Day), the lectionary prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf of Saints I-II; provides the option of using any of the 3 sets of readings at any of the Masses while retaining the Mass formularies. By special permission of the Apostolic Vicar, this concession is extended to the opt. Pryr over Ppl [n.27, 28] Vigil Mass of the Nativity. 18 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A SEPTEMBER 2017 123

ARRANGEMENT OF THE MASS Taiz (tmrw): ST. THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS D1 sol w Titular of the Church. The arrangement of the Mass for different days is found in the General Instruction Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of St. Therese. See entry of the Roman Missal (IGMR), nn. 46-90 and 353 -367, as well as individual rubrics under 1-Oct for missal and lectionary texts. These Masses satisfy of the Roman Missal. the Sunday obligation. OBLIG. 26th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 1-Oct and its Note) g SUNDAYS

All Sundays of the year are provided with a proper formulary for the Mass. The OCTOBER 2017 Creed is prayed on all Sundays, and the Glory to God is used on Sundays outside of The month of October is popularly marked by pious exercises in honor of the Advent and Lent. During the Sundays of Lent, the proper Prayer over the People is mandatory. 3 readings are used on Sundays and can be found in the Proper of Blessed Virgin Mary centered around the holy Rosary. The recommendation Time under the title of that Sunday according to the given lectionary year. given in this Ordo for the month of May may be followed where applicable; among the additional practices for October, the following may be considered:

Example entry for Sundays: • As encouraged by the Book of Blessings (n. 1464) and the Directory of Popular

Piety (n. 198), a more solemn celebration for the blessing of rosaries may take (1) prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf of [Season or Sunday]; op. Sol. Bl. of place during this month, especially on the memorial of Our Lady of the [season][number]. Rosary (October 7) or at the end of the month.

Explanation: The Mass formulary is proper and taken from that Sunday in the • The rosary may be solemnized in different ways, through the addition of Proper of Time section of the missal. The Glory to God and Creed are used. In hymns, Scripture passages or prayers related to the mysteries, inserted in Ordinary Time, the preface is selected from the Sunday prefaces. At other between each decade. (cf. DPP 199). times, it may be a seasonal preface, or even a proper preface. A suitable • In churches where there is a strong Capuchin presence, the occasional Solemn Blessing appropriate to the season or time of year may be used at the praying of the Franciscan Corona rosary in honor of the Seven Joys of the option of the celebrant. The number indicates where it can be found in the B.V. Mary may be encouraged, especially on more solemn occasions. Solemn Blessing section at the end of the Order of the Mass. • in the blessing of homes, every encouragement should be given to the practice of regular family prayer, especially when centered around the holy (2) prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; [prop] Pf of [Season/Sunday]; [prop] Pryr over Ppl rosary. • a plenary indulgence is obtained by the faithful who pray the rosary (5 Explanation: The Mass formulary is proper and taken from that Sunday in the decades, with meditation on the mysteries) in the family, church or other Proper of Time section of the missal. The Creed is used but the Glory to God gathering of the faithful. (E.I. 17.1). In other circumstances, the indulgence is is omitted. The preface may be a seasonal preface (from the Preface section partial. in the middle of the missal) or even a proper preface (found under the ______Sunday). The Prayer over the People concludes the Mass – if proper, it is PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Workers and the Unemployed. That all workers may found under the texts of the Sunday. If a number is printed, it indicates receive respect and protection of their rights, and that the unemployed may where it can be found in the list of Prayers over the People at the end of the receive the opportunity to contribute to the common good. Order of the Mass. 122 SEPTEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 19

27 Wed St. Vincent de Paul, Priest D2 V2 R mem w Ezr 9:5-9|Tob 13:2,4,6-8|Lk 9:1-6 SEASONAL WEEKDAYS prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-

VI Each weekday in the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter is provided 28 Thu Thursday in the 25th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g with a proper formulary for the Mass. There are 2 readings on seasonal weekdays; Hg 1:1-8|Ps 149:1-6,9|Lk 9:7-9 during the Easter Season, the first reading is traditionally from the Acts of the [OT Sun 25]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Apostles. or St. Wenceslaus, Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Example entry for weekdays in season: Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI or St. Lawrence Ruiz & Companions, Martyrs op.m r prop Mass of wkdy; Pf of [Season]; [opt. Pryr Over Ppl] prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Explanation: The Mass formulary is proper. It can be found in the Proper of Sharjah: (tmrw) SS. MICHAEL, GABRIEL & RAPHAEL sol w Time, under the weekday mentioned in the title of the day. A seasonal Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 29-Sep) but do not fulfil the Sunday obligation. preface is used. Weekdays of Lent may also have a Prayer over the People Capuchin: Bl. Innocent of Berzo, Priest op. m w proper to the day, found under the same weekday, after the Prayer after Filipino: St. Lawrence Ruiz & Companions, Martyrs mem r Communion.

29 Fri SS. MICHAEL, GABRIEL & RAPHAEL D1 V1 R fst r Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a| WEEKDAYS IN ORDINARY TIME

Ps 137(138):1-5|Jn 1:47-51 prop Mass; Gl; prop Pf; opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 28] In general, the Mass of the preceding Sunday is used. In the case of the First Sharjah: SS. MICHAEL, GABRIEL & RAPHAEL D1 sol w Week of Ordinary Time (following the Sunday of the Baptism of the Lord), and th Titular of the Church. the 34 Week (following the Sunday of Christ of King), the formulary provided As above. All 3 readings are used and Cr added in all Masses in the missal for the respective week is used. However, on any weekday in OBLIG. As above. All 3 readings are used and the Cr is added. w Ordinary Time, the antiphons and prayers may also be taken from another NOTE: [1] Plenary Indulgence for the faithful who visit the suitable Sunday in Ordinary Time4. church of St. Michael in Sharjah and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (EI 33.1.5a). The priest celebrant may also choose to use the (antiphons and) Prayers for

[2] See Note of Sun 1-Oct. Although this day is kept in memory Various Needs provided in the Missal. He may even use the Collect alone from of the , extra-liturgical activities relating to Bible one of the formularies for Various Needs, with the other prayers and antiphons Sunday may still be observed and found pastorally useful. taken from the preceding or another suitable Sunday in Ordinary Time. 30 Sat St. , Priest & Doctor of the Church D2 V2 R mem w Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a|Jer 31:10-13|Lk 9:43b-45 Two readings are generally used on the weekdays of Ordinary Time, according to prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; the lectionary cycle (in 2017, Year I)

Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI

4 This option may be useful in order to expose the faithful to prayers from Sundays omitted in a given year due to the seasons of Lent and Easter. 20 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A SEPTEMBER 2017 121

Example entry for weekdays in Ordinary Time: 20 Wed Ss. Andrew Kim Tae-Gon, Priest & D2 V2 R mem r Paul Chong Ha-sang, & Companions, Martyrs [OT Sun X]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Sugg: For Peace [VN 30]; 1 Tm 3:14-16|Ps 110(111):1-6|Lk 7:31-35 prop Mass; Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Explanation: The Mass is taken from the Xth Sunday of Ordinary Time, but 21 Thu ST. MATTHEW, APOSTLE & EVANGELIST D1 V1 R fst r without the Glory to God or Creed, and using one of the 6 Common Prefaces. Eph 4:1-7, 11-13|Ps 18(19):2-5|Mt 9:9-13 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II; The suggested Mass (possibly based on the time of year, or a theme of the readings) is the Votive Mass for Peace and Justice. This is Mass no. 30 in the opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] Various Needs (VN) section of the missal. The celebrant may consult p. 30 22 Fri Friday in the 24th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g for all other options possible on weekdays in Ordinary Time. 1 Tm 6:2c-12|Ps 48(49):6-10,17-20|Lk 8:1-3 [OT Sun 24]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) SOLEMNITIES & FEASTS African: Ss. Maurice & Companions, Martyrs mem r Capuchin: St. Ignatius of Santhià, Priest mem w Salesian: Bl. Joseph Calasanz Marques, & Entrico The Glory to God is used on Solemnities and Feasts. The Creed is added on mem r Solemnities. The antiphons and prayers are usually proper, otherwise, they are Saiz Aparico, Priests, & 93 Companions, Martyrs th taken from the appropriate Common. The preface is also often proper, OBLIG. 25 Sunday of Ord. Time (see 24-Sep.) g especially for Solemnities – if not, the one appropriate to the category of the saint 23 Sat St. Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest D2 V2 R mem w or observance is selected. 1 Tm 6:13-16|Ps 99(100)|Lk 8:4-15 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

3 readings are assigned for Solemnities, and 2 for feasts, unless they are feasts of Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI the Lord occurring on Sunday. They can usually be found in the Proper of Saints Capuchin: St. Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest mem w th – if additional readings are required, then they are taken from the appropriate OBLIG. 25 Sunday of Ord. Time (see 24-Sep.) g TH Common.5 In the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, 3 readings are also used for feasts 24 Sun 25 SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Is 55:6-9|Ps 144(145):2-3,8-9,17-18| of the saints when their Masses are used as obligation Masses. Phil 1:20c-24, 27a|Mt 20:1-16a prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; A Solemn Blessing is often recommended in the missal for certain saints. In this Ordo, a suitable Solemn Blessing or Prayer over the People (from the collections opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] found after the Order of the Mass in the Roman Missal) is always suggested. 25 Mon Monday in the 25th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Ezr 1:1-6|Ps 125(126)|Lk 8:16-18 Example entries for Solemnities and Feasts: [OT Sun 25]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 26 Tue Tuesday in the 25th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g prop Mass; Gl; [Cr]; prop. Pf. opt. Sol. Bl. of (Saint) [number] Ezr 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20|Ps 121(122):1-5|Lk 8:19-21 [OT Sun 25]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or prop Mass; Gl; [Cr]; prop. Pf. opt. Pryr over Ppl [number] or St. Cosmas & Damien, Martyrs op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 5 When the cycle of weekday readings is interrupted by a Solemnity or Feast, the Priest is Capuchin: Bl. Aurelio of Vinalesa, Priest, op. m r permitted to combine the omitted parts with other readings, or choose between readings, & Companions, Martyrs keeping in mind the scheme of readings for the entire week. 120 SEPTEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 21

13 Wed St. , D2 V2 R mem w Bishop and Doctor of the Church Explanation: The Mass formulary is proper, and texts can usually be found in Col 3:1-11|Ps 144(145):2-3,10-13|Lk 6:20-26 the Proper of Saints, under the name of the saint/date. The Glory to God (and prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Creed) are used. A suitable Solemn Blessing for the category of the Saint may 14 Thu EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS D1 V1 R fst r be used at the option of the presiding celebrant – its number in the section Nm 21:4b-9 or Phil 2:6-11|Ps 77(78):1-2,34-38| of Solemn Blessings in the Roman Missal is indicated. Alternatively, a suitable

Jn 3:13-17 Prayer over the People, from the 28 prayers given after the Order of the prop Mass; Gl; prop Pf./Passion I; Mass, may be used.

opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 9] 15 Fri Our Lady of Sorrows D2 V2 R mem w VIGILS 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14|Ps 30(31):2-6,15-16,20 (wkdy) opt. Sequence: Stabat Mater (At the Cross)| There are 8 solemnities which possess special Mass formularies for use in Mass Jn 19:25-27 or Lk 2:33-35 (prop) celebrated on the evening before the feast day. These are the solemnities of the Or: Heb 5:7-9|Ps 31(32)2-6, 15-16, 20|rest as above. Nativity of the Lord (Christmas), his Epiphany, his Resurrection (Easter), his prop Mass; Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II Ascension, Pentecost, the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, Ss. Peter and Paul, and OBLIG. 24th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 17-Sep.) g the Assumption of the B.V. Mary. 16 Sat Ss. Cornelius, Pope, D2 V2 R mem r & , Bishop, Martyrs The Vigils of the Resurrection and Pentecost are extended vigils, with several 1 Tm 1:15-17|Ps 112(113):1-7|Lk 6:43-49 readings and other modifications in the Mass, according to the proper rubrics prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy; given for both observances. The Easter Vigil is mandatory while that of

Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Pentecost (in its extended form) is optional. All other Vigils do not alter the OBLIG. 24th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 17-Sep.) g regular structure of the Mass, but consist simply of distinctive Mass texts. 17 Sun 24TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Sir 27:30- 28:7|Ps 102(103):1-4,9-12| Friday: If 1 of the 8 solemnities occurs on a Sunday, the Vigil formulary is used

Rom 14:7-9|Mt 18:21-35 for the obligation Masses both of Friday and Saturday. However, the solemnities prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; of Christmas and Easter are not anticipated on the preceding Friday, and so the

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Vigil Mass is used only on the Saturday. 18 Mon Monday in the 24th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 1 Tm 2:1-8|Ps 27(28):2,7-9|Lk 7:1-10 Replacement of the Vigil Mass with the Mass ‘During the Day’ [OT Sun 24]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: St. Joseph of Cupertino, Religious mem w Readings: The Vigils of Epiphany and Ascension use the same Lectionary readings 19 Tue Tuesday in the 24th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g as assigned to the Mass “During the Day”. All the other Vigils possess unique 1 Tm 3:1-13|Ps 100(101):1-3,5,6|Lk 7:11-17 readings. Where it is possible, it is encouraged that the Vigil Mass and its readings [OT Sun 24]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) both be used on the eve of these Solemnities. However, aside from the Easter or St. Januarius, Bishop & Martyr op.m r Vigil, in cases of pastoral necessity (particularly where priests must preach at prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; multiple Masses) the Apostolic Vicar specially permits the readings assigned to

Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI the Mass “During the Day” to be used at the Vigil Mass on Friday-Saturday Capuchin: St. Francis Mary of Camporosso, Religious mem w instead of its proper readings. 22 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A SEPTEMBER 2017 119

7 Thu Thursday in the 22nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Formularies: As a rule, the formulary of the Vigil Mass should still be used, even if Col 1:9-14|Ps 97(98):2-6|Lk 5:1-11 the readings are changed. However, aside from the Vigils of Easter and [OT Sun 22]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Christmas, for pastoral reasons (e.g. titular saint, confusion of the faithful, etc.) 8 Fri NATIVITY OF THE B.V. MARY D1 V1 R fst w the formulary for the Vigil Mass on Friday-Saturday may be replaced by that of Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30|Ps 12(13):6-7| the Mass “During the Day” by special permission of the Apostolic Vicar. Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 or 1:18-23 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of B.V.Mary I-II;

MEMORIALS opt. Sol. Bl. of B.V.Mary [n. 15] OBLIG. As above. All 3 readings are used, and the Cr is added. w The Glory to God is not usually used on memorials, unless a special festive and NOTE: It is customary in some places to bless seeds or fruit in solemn reason suggests its use (cf. IGMR 53). Memorials of the General Calendar honor of the B.V. Mary, the “seed from which sprang Christ the are usually provided with a proper Collect. If one is lacking, it is taken from the Saviour”. See BB 1786ff. appropriate Common. If the other prayers and antiphons are proper, they should 9 Sat St. , Priest D3 V3 R op.m w be used. Otherwise, they are selected either from the Common or the weekday of Col 1:21-23|Ps 53(54):3-4,6,8|Lk 6:1-5 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; the current time of year. If no proper preface is provided, the preface may be either of the category of the saint, or of the season. Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI or Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary w In general, the weekday cycle of readings is followed, unless for pastoral reasons VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II readings given in the Proper of Saints or from a suitable Common are selected. or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. Readings for memorials are printed in the Proper of Saints A few memorials have or Saturday in the 22nd Week of Ord. Time wkdy g Proper readings (either the First Reading or Gospel, or both), often containing [OT Sun 22]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) mention of the saint(s) of the day. When only one of the readings is Proper, this Comboni: ST. PETER CLAVER, Patron of the Institute sol w Ordo lists 2 choices – the Proper reading (from the Proper of Saints) in OBLIG. 23rd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 10-Sept.) g combination with the other weekday reading (from the Proper of Time), or – for 10 Sun 23RD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g convenience of lectors - the Proper reading together with the other companion Ez 33:7-9|Ps 94(95):1-2,6-9| reading given for that day in the Proper of Saints . Rom 13:8-10|Mt 18:15-20 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

Example entries for Memorials: opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] 11 Mon Monday in the 23rd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g (1) prop Mass; Pf. of [category]/[season] Col 1:24- 2:3|Ps 61(62):6-7,9|Lk 6:6-11 [OT Sun 23]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Explanation: All texts of the Mass are proper to the observance and can be 12 Tue Tuesday in the 23rd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g found under the name of the saint and the corresponding date in the Proper Col 2:6-15|Ps 144(145):1-2,8-11|Lk 6:12-19 of Saints. The Preface may be chosen from the category of Saint or taken [OT Sun 23]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) from the season. or Holy Name of Mary op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

(2) prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Pf. of [category]/[season] Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI NOTE: Anniversary of of Bishop Paul. 118 SEPTEMBER 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 23

SEPTEMBER 2017 Explanation: The Collect is proper to the observance and can be found under the name of the saint and corresponding date in the Proper of Saints. The PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Parishes. That our parishes, animated by a rest of the texts (prayers and antiphons) are taken either from the Common missionary spirit, may be places where faith is communicated and charity is seen. (found in the Common of Saints) or from the weekday texts (of the current weekday in the Proper of Time; weekdays of Ordinary Time use the 1 Fri Friday in the 21st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g preceding Sunday). The Preface chosen may correspond to that category of 1 Thes 4:1-8|Ps 96(97):1-2,5-6,10-12|Mt 25:1-13 Saint or taken from the season. [OT Sun 21]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OBLIG. 22nd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 3-Sep.) g (3) prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy; Pf. of [category]/[season]. NOTE: Today is the World Day for the Care of Creation, instituted by Pope Francis to invoke God’s help for the protection Explanation: The Prayers of the Mass (Collect, Prayer over the Offerings, of creation and renew our vocation as its custodians. Prayer after Communion) are proper to the observance and can be found 2 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w under the name of the saint and corresponding date in the Proper of Saints. 1 Thes 4:9-11|Ps 97(98):1, 7-9|Mt 25:14-30 The entrance and communion antiphons are taken either from the Common VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II (found in the Common of Saints) or from the weekday texts (of the current

or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. weekday in the Proper of Time; weekdays of Ordinary Time use the or Saturday in the 21th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g preceding Sunday). The Preface may be suitable to that category of Saint or [OT Sun 21]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) taken from the season. Capuchin: Bl. Apollinaris of Posat, op. m r Priest & Martyr COMMEMORATIONS OBLIG. 22nd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 3-Sep.) g 3 Sun 22ND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Any memorials which occur during Dec 17-24, the Christmas Octave, or Lenten Jer 20:7-9|Ps 62(63):2-6,8-9| weekdays are celebrated as commemorations. The Mass is taken entirely from the

Rom 12:1-2|Mt 16:21-27 weekday with the appropriate seasonal colour – however, the Collect of the Mass prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; is replaced by the Collect of the Saint.

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] 4 Mon Monday in the 22nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Example entries for Commemorations: 1 Thes 4:13-18|Ps 95(96):1,3-5,11-13|Lk 4:16-30 prop Col of St.; rest as on weekday (above) [OT Sun 22]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 5 Tue Tuesday in the 22nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Explanation: The Collect is proper and taken from the Proper of Saints. The 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11|Ps 26(27):1,4,13-14| rest of the Mass follows what is noted in the Ordo for the weekday

Lk 4:31-37 celebration (always printed, since commemorations are always optional). [OT Sun 22]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) M.C.: ST. TERESA OF KOLKATA sol w Indian: St. Teresa of Kolkata op. m w 6 Wed Wednesday in the 22nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Col 1:1-8|Ps 51(52):10-11|Lk 4:38-44 [OT Sun 22]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 24 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A AUGUST 2017 117

Brief Note in the use of the Common of Saints or St. Joseph of Calasanz, Priest op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

• On Memorials: Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: St. Louis IX, Patron of the SFO mem w o A page reference in the Roman Missal to the Commons only indicates Salesian: Bl. Maria Troncatti, FMA op. m w a suitable text. Another text from the same Common may always be OBLIG. 21st Sunday of Ord. Time (see 27-Aug.) g chosen. 26 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w Ru 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17|Ps 127(128):1-5|Mt 23:1-12 If 2 Commons are suggested, then either one may be used. VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II o However, texts from 2 different Commons should not be mixed. or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. or Saturday in the 20th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g o It is always permitted, even if a reference is given to a particular [OT Sun 20]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) category (e.g. Virgins, Martyrs, etc.), to use texts from the Common Salesian: Bl. Ceferino Namuncura, layperson op. m w of Holy Men and Women, which refers to Sainthood in general. Arabic: St. Mariam Baouardy op. m w OBLIG. 21st Sunday of Ord. Time (see 27-Aug.) g • The Priest may always exchange antiphons and prayers within the same 27 Sun 21ST SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Is 22:19-23|Ps 137(138):1-3,6,8| Common, choosing those texts which seem more suitable for pastoral reasons. However, Masses designated for specific times or circumstances Rom 11:33-36|Mt 16:13-20 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; (e.g. for use in Eastertide) can only be used in those times or circumstances. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] • In the individual Commons, texts in the singular (for one saint) may changed 28 Mon St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor D2 V2 R mem w to the plural (for several saints) and vice versa. 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10|Ps 149:1-6,9|Mt 23:13-22 prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI 29 Tue Passion of St. John the Baptist D2 V2 R mem r • In the Common of Martyrs and the Common of Holy Men and Women, all 1 Thes 2:1-8|Ps 138(139):1-3,4-6|(wkday) the prayers that are given for men may also be used for women, with the Mk 6:17-29 (prop) necessary change of gender. or: Jer 1:17-19|Ps 70(71)1-6, 15-17|Gospel as above. prop Mass; prop Pf. NOTE: Special prayers, support and pastoral initiatives may be

encouraged for the unjustly imprisoned and persecuted. 30 Wed Wednesday in the 21st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 1 Thes 2:9-13|Ps 138(139):7-12|Mt 23:27-32 [OT Sun 21]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Indian: St. Euphrasia, Virgin op. m w 31 Thu Thursday in the 21st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 1 Thes 3:7-13|Ps 89(90):3-4,12-14,17|Mt 24:42-51 [OT Sun 21]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Arabic: Ss. Abda & Zakhia (Nicholas) op. m r 116 AUGUST 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 25

or Saturday in the 19th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g MASSES ‘EXTRA ORDINEM OFFICII’ [OT Sun 19]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: St. Louis of Anjou, Bishop op. m w MASSES FOR THE DEAD OBLIG. 20th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 20-Aug.) g 20 Sun 20TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Masses for the Dead are found in the last section at the end of the Roman Missal. Is 56:1, 6-7|Ps 66(67):2-3,5-6,8| When using the different formularies: Rom 11:13-15, 29-32|Mt 15:21-28 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; • all the texts may be exchanged for one another, especially the prayers. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] The missal prints complete Masses with their own antiphons and prayers 21 Mon St. Pius X, Pope D2 V2 R mem w only for convenience. Jgs 2:11-19|Ps 105(106):34-37,39-40,43-44| • if the prayers for funerals and anniversaries are used in other Mt 19:16-22 circumstances (e.g. a Mass offered on a weekday in Ordinary Time for prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy; the dead), less suited phrasing (e.g. “today”, “whose funeral day”, etc.) is Pf. of Pastors /Com.Pf. I-VI omitted. 22 Tue Queenship of the B.V. Mary D2 V2 R mem w • Appropriate changes may be made for gender and number. Jgs 6:11-24a|Ps 84:9,11-14|Mt 19:23-30

prop Mass; Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II The Funeral Mass may be celebrated on any day except for Holydays of 23 Wed Wednesday in the 20th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Obligation (in the Vicariate, Christmas and Assumption), Thursday of Holy Jgs 9:6-15|Ps 20(21):2-7|Mt 20:1-16 Week (Holy Thursday), the Paschal Triduum, and the Sundays of Advent, Lent, [OT Sun 20]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) and Eastertide. or St. , Virgin op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; A Mass for the Dead on receiving the news of a death, for the final burial, Pf. of Virgins/Com.Pf. I-VI or the first anniversary of death, may be celebrated on any day other than Capuchin: Bl. Bernard of Offida, Religious op. m w those in nn. 1-8 of the Table of Liturgical Days. 24 Thu ST. BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst r Rv 21:9b-14|Ps 144(145):10-13,17-18| Other Masses for the Dead (“daily” Masses), may be celebrated on weekdays Jn 1:45-51 in Ordinary Time, even when an Optional Memorial occurs. Such Masses should prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II; be actually applied for the dead. opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] th 25 Fri Friday in the 20 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Ritual Notes: Masses for the Dead are celebrated in violet (purple) or black Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22|Ps 145(146):5-10| vestments (IGMR 346). The organ should only be played to support the singing, Mt 22:34-40 if necessary. Flowers, if any, should be used in moderation and not adorn the [OT Sun 20]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) altar (CE 48) or St. Louis op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

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MASSES FOR VARIOUS NEEDS AND VOTIVE MASSES NOTE: the Evening Mass of the 14th – even if the formulary for the Assumption is accidentally not used - also fulfils the obligation Masses for Various Needs and Votive Masses are found in the second last to participate in the Eucharistic celebration on the Assumption. section, at the end of the Roman Missal. In such Masses: HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION • texts given for a man may be adapted for a woman, with the necessary 15 Tue ASSUMPTION OF THE B. V. MARY sol w change of gender. OBLIG Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab|Ps 44(45):10-12,16|

• texts in the plural may be changed to the singular and used for 1 Cor 15:20-27|Lk 1:39-56. prop Mass (During Day) ; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; individuals. • during Easter Time, alleluia is added to the Entrance Antiphon and opt. Sol. Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15] Communion Antiphon, unless this would be not in accord with the Bur Dubai: Titular of the Church. All as above. sol w sense. NOTE: [1] Plenary indulgence for visiting St. Mary’s church in Bur Dubai and there pray the Our Father and Creed (EI • any Mass from the Proper of Saints may be used as a Votive Mass. Words indicating the heavenly birthday or rank (Solemnity, Feast) are 33.1.5a). [2] Flowers, herbs and fruits may be blessed today replaced by the word ‘memorial’ or ‘commemoration’. Mysteries in the (DPP 181, rite in BB 1786ff. or FAP 747-749). life of Christ and the B.V. Mary Virgin (except for the Immaculate 16 Wed Wednesday in the 19th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Conception) are excluded. Dt 34:1-12|Ps 65(66):1-3, 5, 16-17|Mt 18:15-20 [OT Sun 19]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • Masses from the Common of the B.V. Mary can also be used as Votive or St. Stephen of Hungary op.m w Masses of the B.V. Mary. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI These Masses may be celebrated on any weekday in Ordinary Time, even if an th Optional Memorial occurs. If some real necessity or pastoral advantage (in the 17 Thu Thursday in the 19 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17|Ps 113A(114):1-6| estimation of the rector of the church or the Priest Celebrant himself) calls for it, they may also be celebrated on the days numbered 10-13 in the Table of Liturgical Mt 18:21-19:1 Days. At the direction of the Apostolic Vicar, or with his permission, they may [OT Sun 19]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) th be celebrated even on days listed under nn. 5-9 in the Table of Liturgical Days. 18 Fri Friday in the 19 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Jos 24:1-13|Ps 135(136):1-3,16-18,21-22,24|

Ritual Notes: Masses for Various Needs are celebrated in the color proper to the Mt 19:3-12 day or the time of year, or in violet if they have a penitential character (for [OT Sun 19]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) example, In Time of War, In Time of Famine or For the Forgiveness of Sins). Votive Capuchin: Bl. Martyrs of Rochefort op. m r Masses are celebrated in the color suited to the Mass itself, or even in the color African: Bl. Victoria Rosamanarivo op. m w proper to the day or the time of the year. OBLIG. 20th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 20-Aug.) g 19 Sat St. John Eudes, Priest D3 V3 R op.m w Commemoration of the B.V. Mary Jos 24:14-29|Ps 15(16):1-2,5-7-8,11|Mt 19:13-15 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

For both the Mass and the Liturgy of the Hours, the commemoration of the Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Blessed Virgin Mary on free Saturdays in Ordinary Time is commended by the or Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary w VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II liturgical books. It is considered to be “a reminder of the unfailing presence of or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. 114 AUGUST 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 27

10 Thu ST. LAWRENCE, DEACON & MARTYR D1 V1 R fst r the Blessed Virgin in the life of the Church”, and “a weekly reminder before the 2 Cor 9:6-10|Ps 111(112):1-2, 5-9|Jn 12:24-26 celebration of the Resurrection each Sunday of the Blessed Virgin’s faith and prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Martyrs I-II; hope while her Son remained in the tomb” (Introduction to the Collection of Masses of

opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 27, 28] the B.V. Mary 36; cf. IGMR 378). 11 Fri St. Clare, Virgin D2 V2 R mem w Dt 4:32-40|Ps 76(77)12-16, 21|Mt 16:24-28 A suitable Mass may be selected from the Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary, prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; or from one of the Votive Masses of the Blessed Virgin in the Roman Missal. It

Pf. of Virgins/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI is also possible to use one of the many formularies from the Collection of Masses of Capuchin: ST. CLARE, VIRGIN fst w the Blessed Virgin Mary (or Marian Sacramentary) following the criteria outlined OBLIG. 19TH Sunday of Ord. Time (see 13-Aug.) g there. A certain preference may be given to titles of the Blessed Virgin for which 12 Sat St. Jane Frances De Chantal, Religious D3 V3 R op.m w individual religious institutes have a particular historical affinity (e.g. the Dt 6:4-13|Ps 17(18):2-4, 47, 51|Mt 17:14-20 Immaculate Conception for the Capuchins, Help of Christians for the Salesians, prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Mount Carmel for the Carmelites, etc.). Other suitable choices (e.g. the use of a

Pf. of Virgins/Com.Pf. I-VI Votive Mass of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the first Saturday of each or Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary op. m w month) are valuable in linking aspects of popular devotion, such as the First VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II Saturdays, to the liturgy as encouraged by the Directory of Popular Piety.

or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. or Saturday in the 18th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g The strong popular devotion to the Blessed Virgin in the churches of the [OT Sun 18]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Vicariate, exemplified in devotional practices such as a weekly Marian novena can African: Bl. Isidore Bakanja, Martyr op. m r find expression also in the formularies of the Mass. When permitted by the OBLIG. 19th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 13-Aug.) g rubrics, a suitable Marian votive Mass may be celebrated on weekdays when such 13 Sun 19TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g devotional exercises take place. 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a|Ps 84(85):9-14|

Rom 9:1-5|Mt 14:22-33 RITUAL MASSES prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Ritual Masses (including the Nuptial Mass) are connected to the celebration of 14 Mon St. Maximillian Kolbe, Priest & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r certain sacraments or sacramentals. They are found after the Common of Saints Dt 10:12-22|Ps 147:12-15,19-20|Mt 17:22-27 section in the missal. prop Mass; Pf. Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: [same] mem r Ritual Masses can be celebrated on any day other than Sundays of Advent, Lent, and Easter, on Solemnities, on the days within the Octave of Easter, on the OBLIG After Evening Prayer (4 p.m.): sol w ASSUMPTION B. V. MARY Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day), on Ash 1 Chr 15:3-4,15-16;16:1-2|Ps 131(132):6-7, 9-10, 13-14| Wednesday, and during Holy Week.

1 Cor 15:54-57|Lk 11:27-28. prop Mass (Vigil) ; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; Ritual Notes: Ritual Masses are celebrated in white, or in a festive color. However, opt. Sol. Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15] the Masses for the Enrollment of Names and for the various Scrutinies are Or readings (and texts if necessary) from 15-Aug (see p. 21) celebrated in violet. The Mass for Confirmation may be celebrated in red Bur Dubai: (tmrw) Titular of the Church. All as for obligation. sol w vestments. 28 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A AUGUST 2017 113

EXTERNAL SOLEMNITY 5 Sat Dedication of the D3 V3 R op.m w Titulars, Patronal Feasts and other large parish celebrations Basilica of St. Mary Major Lv 25:1, 8-17|Ps 66(67):2-3, 5, 7-8|Mt 14:1-12 An “external solemnity” was the practice whereby a celebration occurring on a prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; day during the week was, due to its importance, solemnized with the people in Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI some or all of the Masses of a nearby Sunday. Examples of such observances or Saturday in the 17th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g would be the feast-days of Titulars or Patron Saints. [OT Sun 17]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OBLIG. The Transfiguration of the Lord (see 6-Aug.) w Although this precise term is not used by the modern liturgical books, it can still 6 Sun TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD D1 V1 R w describe the practice allowed by IGMR 374 when the Apostolic Vicar gives Dn 7:9-10, 13-14|Ps 96(97):1-2,5-6,9| permission for a suitable Mass to be said that departs from the Mass of the day. 2 Pt 1:16-19|Mt 17:1-9 If the observance does not have the rank of Feast or Solemnity, nonetheless, prop Mass; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; following the provisions of the liturgical books, the Glory to God and Creed may opt. Pryr over Ppl [nn. 7, 18, 23] be added in solemn celebrations (cf. IGMR 53, 68), and additional readings used, 7 Mon Monday in the 18th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g selected from the Proper or the Common of Saints in the lectionary. Nm 11:4b-15|Ps 80(81):12-17|Mt 14:13-21 The Year A Gospel (Mt 14:22-36) is not used since Mt 14:13-21 was not An “external solemnity” may occur on all Sundays of Ordinary Time6, but cannot read on Sunday this year. As a result Mt 14:22-36 is read tomorrow. occur on the Sundays of Advent, Lent and Easter. Strictly speaking, it is possible [OT Sun 18]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) for most Fridays of such seasons – however, this should be balanced against the or Ss. Sixtus II, Pope, & Companions, Martyrs op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; fact that, unlike the Sundays of Ordinary Time, the Sunday liturgies of Advent, Lent and Easter follow a thematic pattern which defines the season. The mind of Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI the Church in raising the liturgical rank of these Sundays was that the faithful not or St. Cajetan, Priest op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; be deprived of an integral element of the season. This would be the case for the faithful who regularly attend on Friday, if the Sunday liturgy were to be replaced Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: Bl. Agatangelus & Cassian, op. m r by that of a saint on a Friday in Advent, Lent or Easter. For this reason, in the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, solemnities and feasts of the General Calendar that Priests & Martyrs fall on a weekend in Advent, Lent or Easter are transferred to a Thursday or 8 Tue St. Dominic, Priest D2 V2 R mem w Monday. Nm 12:1-13|Ps 50(51):3-7, 12-13|Mt 14:22-36 prop Mass;

Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Capuchin: ST. DOMINIC fst w 9 Wed Wednesday in the 18th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Nm 13:1-2, 25-14:1, 26-29a, 34-35|

Ps 105(106):6-7, 13-14, 21-23|Mt 15:21-28 [OT Sun 18]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 6 Although Sundays of the Christmas Season are ranked with the Sundays of Ordinary or St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Virgin & Martyr op.m r Time, in our Vicariate, the major feasts such as the Holy Family, Mother of God, prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Epiphany and Baptism of the Lord either occur or are transferred to the Sunday – thus Pf. of Virgins/ Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI no Sunday of Christmas is celebrated. . 112 AUGUST 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 29

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PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Artists. That artists of our time, through their V3 V2 V1 R D3 D2 D1 ingenuity, may help everyone discover the beauty of creation. 1 Christmas, Assumption Sundays of Advent, Lent and 2 No 1 Tue St. , D2 V2 R mem w Easter. Bishop and Doctor of the Church 3 Holy Thursday, Easter Triduum Ex 33:7-11; 34:5b-9, 28|Ps 102(103):6-13| 4 Solemnities, All Souls Y Mt 13:36-43 Ash Wednesday, prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy; 5 No Y weekdays of Holy Week Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI 6 Days in the Octave of Easter Y 2 Wed Wednesday in the 17th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 7 Sundays of Ordinary Time Y No Ex 34:29-35|Ps 98(99):5-7,9|Mt 13:44-46 8 Feasts Y [OT Sun 17]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or St. Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop op.m w 9 17-24 December No N prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; 10 Days in the Christmas Octave N

Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI 11 Lenten weekdays Yes N or St. Peter Julian Eymard, Priest op.m w 12 Obligatory Memorials N Y N Yes prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; 13 Advent weekdays to 16 Dec N Y N Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI 14 Christmas weekdays from Jan 2 N Y N Capuchin: OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS fst w 15 Easter Season weekdays N Y N Salesian: Bl. Augustus Czartoryski, Priest op. m w 16 Ordinary Time weekdays Yes NOTE: Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit the cathedral or parish church and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (EI 33.1.3e and 33.1.5b). R: Ritual Mass 3 Thu Thursday in the 17th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g V1: Votive Mass/for Various Needs with the permission of the Apostolic Vicar Ex 40:16-21, 34-38|Ps 83(84):3-6, 8, 11| V2: Votive Mass/for Various Needs for pastoral advantage or necessity in the

Mt 13:47-53 estimation of the priest celebrant or rector [OT Sun 17]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) V3: Votive Mass/for Various Needs at the choice of the priest celebrant. 4 Fri St. John Mary Vianney, Priest D2 V2 R mem w D1: Funeral Mass Lv 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37| D2: Mass on news of death, final burial or first anniversary

Ps 80(81):3-6, 10-11|Mt 13:54-58 D3: Mass for the Dead at the choice of the priest celebrant. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Pf. of Pastors NOTE: The designations D1, V1, etc. are printed for each day in the Ordo to indicate what OBLIG. The Transfiguration of the Lord (see 6-Aug.) w Mass is permitted. A lower designation always includes the higher ones in the same category. For example, D3 includes D1 and D2, while V3 includes V1 and V2. 30 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JULY 2017 111

DAYS MASSES PERMITTED (in random order) 28 Fri Friday in the 16th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Christmas, Assumption; Ex 20:1-17|Ps 18(19):8-11|Mt 13:18-23 Sundays of Advent, Lent & Mass of the day. [OT Sun 16]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Bl. Mary Teresa Easter; Holy Thursday; No Mass on Good Friday and morning of Holy Saturday op. m r Kowalska, Virgin, Martyr Easter Triduum Indian: St. Alphonsa op. m w Other solemnities; All Muttathupadathu, Virgin Souls; Ash Wednesday; Mass of the day African: St. Victor I, Pope & Martyr op. m r Monday – Wednesday of Mass of the Dead for Funeral OBLIG. 17th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 30-Jul.) g Holy Week; Easter Octave 29 Sat St. Martha D2 V2 R mem w Mass of the day Ex 24:3-8|Ps 49(50):1-2, 5-6, 14-15| Sundays of Ordinary Time; Mass of the Dead for Funeral Jn 11:19-27 or Lk 10:38-42 (prop) Feasts Ritual Mass or: 1 Jn 4:7-16|Ps 33(34):2-11|Gospel as above. Votive/Various Needs Mass (bishop’s permission) prop Mass; Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Mass of the day OBLIG. 17th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 30-Jul) g Advent weekdays from 17- Mass of the Dead for Funeral 30 Sun 17TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g 24 Dec; Days in the Octave Mass of the Dead for First Anniversary/Final 1 Kgs 3:5, 7-12|Ps 118(119):57, 72, 76-77, 127-130| of Christmas; Lenten Burial/Receipt of News of Death Rom 8:28-30|Mt 13:44-52 or Mt 13:44-46 weekdays; Memorials Ritual Mass prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; Votive/Various Needs Mass (bishop’s permission) opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Mass of the day 31 Mon St. Ignatius of Loyola, Priest D2 V2 R mem w Mass of any Saint in the for that day Ex 32:15-24, 30-34| Mass of the Dead for Funeral Ps 105(106):19-23|Mt 13:31-35 Advent weekdays to 16 Mass of the Dead for First Anniversary/Final prop Mass;Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Dec; Christmas weekdays Burial/Receipt of News of Death C.S.J.: ST. IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA, PRIEST fst w from Jan 2; Easter Season Ritual Mass weekdays Votive/Various Needs Mass (bishop’s permission OR pastoral judgement of church rector/priest NOTES: celebrant) Mass of the preceding Sunday in OT Toward the end of August, or the beginning of September, it is customary for the Mass of a Sunday with a Votive Collect from a Mass academic term to restart in many schools after the summer break. On such occasions, where circumstances allow, a Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit, and/or the Blessing of Students for Various Needs and Teachers (BB 522-550) may appropriately be celebrated. Mass of any Sunday in OT Ordinary Time weekdays Mass of any Saint in the Martyrology for that day Similarly, where catechetical programs restart in August or September, a Blessing of any Votive Mass Catechists is suitably celebrated either within a Celebration of the Word of God (BB 493- Ritual Mass 503) or a Mass (BB 504 – 508) any Mass of the Dead (at choice of celebrant) any Mass for Various Needs . 110 JULY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 31

23 Sun 16TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g EUCHARISTIC PRAYERS Wis 12:13, 16-19|Ps 85(86):5-6, 9-10, 15-16|

Rom 8:26-27|Mt 13:24-43 or 13:24-30 The choice of a Eucharistic Prayer is up to the priest celebrant of the Mass; prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; subject, however, to the following guidelines drawn from the rubrics of the opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] Roman Missal and the General Instruction of the Roman Missal. NOTE: In the churches of Oman, a special intention may be included in the Prayers of the Faithful for the Sultan and the PRAYERS RESTRICTED TO CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES country on the occasion of Renaissance Day. 24 Mon Monday in the 16th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Eucharistic Prayer IV. It must always be used together with its Preface, and Ex 14:5-18|Ex 15:1-6|Mt 12:38-42 may be used [OT Sun 16]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • when a Mass has no proper Preface. Seasonal and common prefaces or St. Sharbel Makhluf, Priest op.m w used on weekdays are not considered to be proper. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; • on Sundays in Ordinary Time. Pf. of Pastors/ Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Arabic: ST. SHARBEL MAKLUF fst w Eucharistic Prayers I-II for Reconciliation 25 Tue ST. JAMES, APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst r 2 Cor 4:7-15|Ps 125(126)|Mt 20:20-28 They may be used in Masses in which the mystery of reconciliation is conveyed prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II; to the faithful in a special way e.g. Lenten Masses, in the Masses For Promoting opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] Harmony, For Reconciliation, For the Preservation of Peace and Justice, In Time of War or 26 Wed Ss. Joachim & Anne, D2 V2 R mem w Civil Disturbance, For the Forgiveness of Sins, For Charity, the Holy Cross, the Most Holy Parents of the B.V. Mary Eucharist, the Most Precious Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, etc. Ex 16:1-5, 9-15|Ps 77(78):18-19, 23-28|Mt 13:1-9 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Although these Eucharistic Prayers have been provided with a proper Preface, Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI they may also be used with other Prefaces that refer to penance and conversion, 27 Thu Thursday in the 16th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g as, for example, the seasonal Prefaces of Lent. Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b|

Dan 3:52-56|Mt 13:10-17 Eucharistic Prayers I-IV for Various Needs [OT Sun 16]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Bl. op. m w The Eucharistic Prayers for Various Needs may be used whenever a particular Martinengo, Virgin Mass formulary from the “Various Needs and Occasions” section of the missal is NOTE: On this day in 1998, the Missionaries of Charity, used: Sisters Zelia, Michael and Aletta were shot in Hodeidah. I (The Church on the Path of Unity): For the Church, For the Pope, For the Bishop, For the Election of a Pope or a Bishop, For a Council or Synod, For Priests, For the Priest Himself, For Ministers of the Church, and For a Spiritual or Pastoral Gathering.

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II (God Guides His Church along the Way of Salvation): For the Church, 20 Thu Thursday in the 15th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g For Vocations to , For the Laity, For the Family, For Religious, For Vocations Ex 3:13-20|Ps 104(105):1,5,8-9,24-27| to Religious Life, For Charity, For Relatives and Friends, and For Giving Thanks to God. Mt 11:28-30 [OT Sun 15]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) III (Jesus, the Way to the Father): For the Evangelization of Peoples, For or St. Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr op.m. r Persecuted Christians, For the Nation or State, For Those in Public Office, For a Governing prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Assembly, At the Beginning of the Civil Year, and For the Progress of Peoples. Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Arabic: St. the Prophet mem w IV (Jesus, Who Went About Doing Good): For Refugees and Exiles, In C.S.S.T: ST. ELIJAH THE PROPHET fst w Time of Famine or For Those Suffering Hunger, For Our Oppressors, For Those Held in 21 Fri Friday in the 15th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Captivity, For Those in Prison, For the Sick, For the Dying, For the Grace of a Happy Ex 11:10-12:14|Ps 115(116):12-13, 15-18|

Death, and In Any Need. Mt 12:1-8 [OT Sun 15]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) EUCHARISTIC PRAYERS THAT MAY ALWAYS BE USED or St. , op.m w

Priest & Doctor of the Church The following prayers may always be used on any liturgical day and occasion. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

However, some (EP I, EP III) are recommended or suggested for particular days, Pf. of Pastors/ Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI while others (EP II) are deemed more appropriate only for certain days. Capuchin: ST. LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI, PRIEST fst w OBLIG. 16th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 23-Jul.) g Eucharistic Prayer I, or the Roman Canon. It is especially recommended for: 22 Sat ST. MARY MAGDALENE D1 V1 R fst w • days for which there is a proper insertion in the Communicantes (In Sgs 3:1-4 or 2 Cor 5:14-17|Ps 62(63):2-6, 8-9|

communion) or a proper form of the Hanc igitur (Therefore, Lord, we pray) Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 • the celebrations of the Apostles and of Saints mentioned in the Eucharistic prop Mass; Gl; prop Pf.; opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 27] Prayer itself OBLIG. 16th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 23-Jul.) g • Sundays NOTE: The proper preface of St. Mary Magdalene was promulgated when the observance was raised to the rank of Eucharistic Prayer II. It is more appropriately used on weekdays and ‘Feast’. It is as follows: in special circumstances. It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation, to glorify you Although it is provided with its own Preface, it may also be used with other in all things, almighty Father, whose mercy is no less than your Prefaces, especially those that sum up the mystery of salvation, (e.g. one of power, through Christ our Lord. He appeared in the garden and the Common Prefaces). revealed himself to Mary Magdalene, for she had loved him while he was alive, seen him dying on the Cross, sought him as he lay in the tomb, and was the first to adore him newly risen from the Eucharistic Prayer III may be said with any Preface. Its use is preferred on: dead. He honoured her with the task of being apostle to the • Sundays Apostles, so that the good news of new life might reach the ends • festive days of the earth. And so, Lord, with all the Angels and Saints, we, too, give you thanks, as in exultation we acclaim: Holy…. • weekdays 108 JULY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 33

or St. Henry op.m w LITURGICAL COLORS prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI The liturgical colour always follows the colour proper to the formulary of the 14 Fri Friday in the 14th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Mass being celebrated. Extra-liturgical observances or occasions (e.g. National Gn 46:1-7, 28-30|Ps 36:3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40| Day, Creation Sunday, Vocation Sunday etc.) do not affect the vestment colour. Mt 10:16-23 [OT Sun 14]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Masses for Various Needs that do not have a penitential character are celebrated or St. Camillus de Lellis, Priest op.m w in the color proper to the day or the time of year. Votive Masses are celebrated in prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; the color suited to the Mass itself or even in the color proper to the day or the Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI time of the year. Capuchin: St. Francis Solano, Priest op. m w th OBLIG. 15 Sunday of Ord. Time (see 16-Jul.) g WHITE is used: 15 Sat St. D2 V2 R mem w Bishop and Doctor of the Church • in the Offices and Masses during Easter Time and Christmas Time Gn 49:29-32; 50:15-26a|Ps 104(105):1-4,6-7| • Mt 10:24-33 Chrism Mass, and the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; • the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI • celebrations of the Lord other than of his Passion Capuchin: ST. BONAVENTURE fst w • celebrations of the Blessed Virgin Mary C.S.S.T.: (tmrw) OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL sol w • celebration of the Holy Angels, and of Saints who were not Martyrs OBLIG. 15th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 16-Jul.) g • the Solemnities of All Saints (November 1) and the Nativity of St. John the 16 Sun 15TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Baptist (June 24) Is 55:10-11|Ps 64(65):10-14| • the Feasts of St. (December 27), the Chair of St. Peter Rom 8:18-23|Mt 13:1-23 or 13:1-9 (February 22) and the Conversion of St. Paul (January 25). prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; • Ritual Masses, unless otherwise indicated opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14]

C.S.S.T.: OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL sol w RED is used on: th 17 Mon Monday in the 15 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Ex 1:8-14, 22|Ps 123(124)|Mt 10:34-11:1 • Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion [OT Sun 15]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • Friday of Holy Week (Good Friday) 18 Tue Tuesday in the 15th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Ex 2:1-15a|Ps 68 (69):3, 14,30-31,33-34| • Pentecost Sunday

Mt 11:20-24 • celebrations of the Lord’s Passion [OT Sun 15]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • on the natale feast days of Apostles and Evangelists, and the Beheading of St. 19 Wed Wednesday in the 15th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g John the Baptist Ex 3:1-6, 9-12|Ps 102(103):1-4,6-7| • celebrations of Martyr Saints Mt 11:25-27 • Ritual Mass for Confirmation [OT Sun 15]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 34 INTRODUCTION YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JULY 2017 107

GREEN is used in the Offices and Masses of Ordinary Time. 7 Fri Friday in the 13th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67|Ps 105 (106):1-5|

VIOLET or PURPLE is used: Mt 9:9-13 [OT Sun 13]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) • in the Offices and Masses of Advent and Lent Salesian: Bl. Mary Romero, Virgin op. m w • Offices and Masses for the Dead OBLIG. 14th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 9-Jul.) g • Mass for Various Needs which have a penitential character e.g. In Time of 8 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R op.m w War, In Time of Famine or For the Forgiveness of Sins Gn 27:1-5, 15-29|Ps 134 (135):1-6|Mt 9:14-17 VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II • Ritual Masses for the Enrollment of Names or Scrutinies of Catechumens or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf.

or Saturday in the 13th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g Optional Colours [OT Sun 13]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30)

Capuchin: Bl. Gregory Grassi, op. m r

ROSE may be used instead of violet on: & Companions, Martyrs • Gaudete Sunday (Third Sunday of Advent) OBLIG. 14th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 9-Jul.) g • Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent) 9 Sun 14TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Zec 9:9-10|Ps 144 (145):1-2, 8-11, 13-14|

BLACK may be used instead of violet at funeral services and at other Offices Rom 8:9, 11-13|Mt 11:25-30 and Masses for the Dead. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] 10 Mon Monday in the 14th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Derogations from the above norms Gen 28:10-22|Ps 90(91):1-4,14-15|Mt 9:18-26 [OT Sun 14]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) On more solemn days, festive, that is, more precious, sacred vestments may be Capuchin: ST. VERONICA GIULIANI, VIRGIN fst w used even if not of the color of the day7. 11 Tue St. Benedict, Abbot D2 V2 R mem w Gn 32:23-33|Ps 16(17):1-3, 6-8, 15|Mt 9:32-38 When there are insufficient vestments of the colour of the day, a white chasuble prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI and stole may be worn instead8. 12 Wed Wednesday in the 14th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a|

N.B. Blue is not among the liturgical colours used in the Vicariate. In countries where it has Ps 32(33):2-3, 10-11, 18-19|Mt 10:1-7 been granted, this is only for the Masses and Offices of the Immaculate Conception. [OT Sun 14]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Ss. John Jones & John Wall, op. m r

Priests & Martyrs 13 Thu Thursday in the 14th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5|Ps 104 (105):16-21|

Mt 10:7-15 7 IGMR 346g; RS 127: On the occasion of a feastday, sacred vestments of a gold or silver colour [OT Sun 14]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) can be substituted as appropriate for others of various colours, but not for purple or black. 8 RS 124 106 JULY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A INTRODUCTION 35

NOTE: [1] Plenary indulgence for prayerful use of an article of devotion ORDO KEY blessed by the Holy Father or by any bishop, together with the Creed or an approved Profession of Faith (EI 14).

[2] Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit the church of St. Paul in Musaffah or the church of Ss. Peter & Paul in Ruwi, or REQUIEM, VOTIVE & the cathedral of St. Joseph, and there pray an Our Father and DATE & DAY’S RITUAL MASSES the Creed (EI 33.1.5a; EI 33.1.3a.). LITURGICAL WEEKDAY OBSERVANCE PERMITTED COLOUR 3 Mon ST. THOMAS, APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst r Eph 2:19-22|Ps 116 (117)|Jn 20:24-29 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I-II;

opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] READINGS Indian: ST. THOMAS, APOSTLE OF INDIA sol r 4 Tue Tuesday in the 13th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gen 19:15-29|Ps 25(26):2-3, 9-12| Matt 8:23-27 DETAILS OF MASS FORMULARY [OT Sun 13]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30)

or St. Elizabeth of Portugal op.m w PARISH prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; OBSERVANCE

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI NOTE: This day marks the 50th anniversary of the priestly of Bishop Paul. This intention may be mentioned in the Prayers of the Faithful, and/or Mass offered for it. The priest

celebrant may select a suitable Votive Mass (e.g. For A Bishop) if desired. The faithful should be encouraged to pray for person and ministry of the Apostolic Vicar. 5 Wed Wednesday in the 13th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 21:5, 8-20a|Ps 33 (34):7-8, 10-13|Mt 8:28-34 [OT Sun 13]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) MASS FULFILLING PASTORAL OBSERVANCE RANK OF or St. Anthony Zaccaria, Priest op.m w WEEKLY OBLIGATION NOTE OF RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCE prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/ Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 6 Thu Thursday in the 13th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gen 22:1-19|Ps 114(115):1-6, 8-9|Mt 9:1-8 [OT Sun 13]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or St. , Virgin & Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Virgins/ Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 36 NOVEMBER 2016 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JULY 2017 105

SEASON OF ADVENT JULY 2017

The Season of Advent begins with First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the First PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Lapsed Christians. That our brothers/sisters who Sunday of Advent and ends before First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of have strayed from the faith may, through our prayer and witness to the Gospel, Christmas. In the Vicariate, the season unofficially begins on the Friday before rediscover the merciful closeness of the Lord and the beauty of the Christian life. the First Sunday of Advent, when the Sunday observance is anticipated. 1 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w Advent has a twofold character. It is a time of preparation for Christmas, in Gn 18:1-15|Lk 1:46-50, 53-55|Mt 8:5-17 which the First Coming of the Son of God to humanity is remembered. It is also VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II a time when, remembering the Incarnation, minds and hearts are led to look or Votive Mass of the Precious Blood vot r forward to Christ’s Second Coming at the end of time. For these two reasons, VotMs n. 7; Pf. of Passion I Advent is a period of devout and expectant delight (UNLYC 39). Advent thus or Saturday in the 12th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g includes an element of penance, both in preparing, quieting and disciplining our [OT Sun 12]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) hearts for the full joy of Christmas, as well as in preparing our lives to be ready to Musaffah/Ruwi: (tmrw) SS. PETER & PAUL. sol r meet the Lord when he comes again in glory. Titular of the Church. All as for Obligation Mass. NOTE: This day is often connected in popular devotion with the Liturgical Notes: mystery of the Blood of Christ, “the very centre of the faith and of our salvation” (DPP 175). Devotional practices may include • The Glory to God is omitted (except on Solemnities, Feasts and Ritual Masses Eucharistic devotion, the Litany of the Precious Blood, “the

where it is prescribed) but the Alleluia is used. offering of the Precious Blood of Christ for the good of the Church” • violet vestments are worn for Masses of Advent weekdays and Sundays. On especially in connection with the Eucharist, and other chaplets or the Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), rose vestments may be worn. devotional practices linked to the Passion, Death and Resurrection • decoration of the church with flowers, and the use of musical instruments of Christ and his Blood poured out for our salvation. should be curtailed and reduced (cf. IGMR 305, 313). The exceptions are OBLIG. Ss. Peter and Paul, Apostles (see Note of 2-Jul.) r Feasts and Solemnities, and the Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday). Acts 3:1-10|Ps 18(19):2-5|Gal 1:11-20|Jn 21:15-19 • the season’s penitential element may be highlighted through more frequent prop Mass (Vigil); Gl; Cr; prop. Pf.; opportunities for the Sacrament of Penance. Communal penance services opt. Sol. Bl. of Ss. Peter & Paul [n. 16] For pastoral reasons, the texts and readings of 2-Jul. may be used (with individual confession and absolution) may also be celebrated. Sample instead of the Vigil Mass readings and texts. services for Advent may be found in Rite of Penance, Appendix II. 2 Sun SS. PETER AND PAUL, APOSTLES D1 sol r • The celebration of marriage is not forbidden during Advent, and the Nuptial Principal Patrons of the Vicariate of Southern Arabia Mass can be used on all days indicated by R (Ritual Mass allowed). However, (transferred from June 29) couples should be counselled to take into account the special nature of the Acts 12:1-11|Ps 33 (34):2-9|

Advent season especially with regard to festivity (OCM 32). 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18|Mt 16:13-19 • prop Mass (During Day); Gl; Cr; prop. Pf.; The Marian dimension of the season should be taken into account in hymns and prayers used. The Angelus should be fostered, especially on weekdays. A opt. Sol. Bl. of Ss. Peter & Paul [n. 16] more solemn celebration, involving a Gospel reading and other elements Musaffah/Ruwi: Titular of the Church. All as above. sol r (DPP 195) may take place from time to time (see sample in Suppelement). 104 JUNE 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A NOVEMBER 2016 37

St. , or op.m r NOVEMBER 2016 Bishop & Doctor of the Church prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI PAPAL PRAYER INTENTIONS: Fujairah: OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP D1 sol w Titular of the Church. Countries Receiving Refugees: That the countries which take in a great number of (3 Readings from the Common of the B.V. Mary) displaced persons and refugees may find support for their efforts which show all from Com. B.V. Mary; Pf. of the B.V. Mary I-II; solidarity. opt. Sol Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15];

or from Marian Sacramentary: prop Mass n. 53; prop Collaboration of Priests and Laity: That within parishes, priests and lay people may Pf.; opt. Sol. Bl. B.V. Mary in Ord. Time. collaborate in service to the community without giving in to the temptation of NOTE: Plenary Indulgence for the faithful who visit the church of discouragement. Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Fujairah and there pray an Our Father and the Creed (EI 33.1.5a). 25 Fri Friday in the 34th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Rv 20:1-4, 11-21:2|Ps 83(84):3-6,8| 28 Wed St. , Bishop & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r Gn 15:1-12, 17-18|Ps 104 (105):1-4, 6-9| Lk 21:29-33

Mt 7:15-20 [Week 34 in OT] or any Ms (p.30). prop Mass; or St. Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin & Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 29 Thu Thursday in the 12th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Virgins/Com.Pf. I-VI Gn 16:1-12, 15-16|Ps 105 (106):1-5|Mt 7:21-29 OBLIG. 1st Sunday of Advent (see 27-Nov. and its Note) v [OT Sun 12]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 26 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R vot w 30 Fri Friday in the 12th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Rv 22:1-7|Ps 94(95):1-7|Lk 21:34-36 VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II Gn 17:1, 9-10,15-22|Mt 8:1-4 [OT Sun 12]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. or First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church op.m r Capuchin: St. Leonard of Port Maurice, Priest mem w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; OBLIG. 1st Sunday of Advent (see 27-Nov. and its Note) v

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 27 Sun 1ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT v Is 2:1-5|Ps 121(122):1-2, 4-5, 6-9| Capuchin: Bl. Raymond Lull, Martyr op. m r Ss. Peter and Paul, Apostles (see 1-Jul. However, for Rom 13:11-14|Mt 24:37-44 prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; Pf. of Advent I; OBLIG. pastoral reasons, the text and readings of 2-Jul. may be r used instead. See also Note of 2-Jul.) opt Sol. Bl. of Advent [n. 1] NOTE: The Advent wreath is displayed in some churches from the beginning of Advent. The Shorter Rite (BB 1537-1540) can be used to bless the wreath before Mass, or the rite during Mass may be used (BB 1518-1519). The blessing may be repeated for each Mass. 38 NOVEMBER 2016 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JUNE 2017 103

28 Mon Monday in the 1st Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v NOTE: Plenary indulgence for the faithful who publicly recite the Is 4:2-6|Ps 121(122):1-2, 4-5, 6-9|Mt 8:5-11 Act of Reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus (EI 3). This prayer should be led by a priest or another suitable person prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I Capuchin: St. James of the Marches, Priest op. m w before or after the Mass (and not within the liturgy) or prayed 29 Tue Tuesday in the 1st Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v during a period of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, or Is 11:1-10|Ps 71(72):1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17| publicly at another suitable time.

Lk 10:21-24 24 Sat NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST D1 sol w Is 49:1-6|Ps 138 (139): 1-3, 13-15| prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I Capuchin: ALL SAINTS OF THE SERAPHIC ORDER fst w Acts 13:22-26|Lk 1:57-66, 80 prop Mass (During Day); Gl; Cr; prop. Pf.; 30 Wed ST. ANDREW, APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst r Rom 10:9-18 |Ps 18(19):2-5|Mt 4:18-22. opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 28] prop Mass; Gl; Pf of the Apostles I or II; OBLIG. All as above. TH opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n.17] 25 Sun 12 SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Jer 20:10-13|Ps 68 (69):8-10, 14, 17, 33-35|

Rom 5:12-15|Mt 10:26-33 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] 26 Mon Day of Prayer D3 V3 R v

in memory of the modern martyrs of Yemen Gen 12:1-9|Ps 32(33):12-13, 18-20, 22|Mt 7:1-5 A suitable Mass for Various Needs such as For Persecuted Christians [VN 19], or For the Preservation of

Peace and Justice [VN 30]; Com.Pf. I or EPVN III with its prop Pf Arabic/Capuchin: Bl. Jacques of Ghazir, Priest op. m w Capuchin: St. Andrew Hyacinth Longhin, Bishop op. m w Fujairah: (tmrw) OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 27-Jun.) NOTE: On this day (transferred from June 30), the Church in Southern Arabia prays for peace and the freedom of the Church in Yemen remembers all her members who have been killed for their faith there - in particular Sisters Zelia, Michael and Aletta (shot in Hodeidah on 27 June 1998) and Judith, Reginette, Margherite and Anselm (massacred in Aden on 4 March 2016) from the Missionaries of Charity. 27 Tue Tuesday in the 12th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 13:2, 5-18|Ps 14:2-5|Mt 7:6, 12-14 [OT Sun 12]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 102 JUNE 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A DECEMBER 2016 39

In the course of the procession, there may be stations where DECEMBER 2016 Eucharistic Benediction is given, according to custom and pastoral

advantage. Hymns/prayers are sung in the procession to express PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Child soldiers. That the scandal of child-soldiers the faith of the participants and focus their attention on the Lord. may be eliminated the world over. 19 Mon Monday in the 11th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 2 Cor 6:1-10|Ps 97 (98):1-4|Mt 5:38-42 1 Thu Thursday in the 1st Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v [OT Sun 11]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Is 26:1-6|Ps 117(118):1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27|

or St. Romuald, Abbot op.m w Mt 7:21, 24-27 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 2 Fri Friday in the 1st Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v 20 Tue Tuesday in the 11th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Is 29:17-24|Ps 26(27):1, 4, 13-14|Mt 9:27-31 2 Cor 8:1-9|Ps 145 (146):2, 5-9|Mt 5:43-48 prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I [OT Sun 11]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Advent (see 4-Dec.) v 21 Wed St. Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious D2 V2 R mem w Capuchin: Bl. Maria Angela Astorch op. m w 2 Cor 9:6-11|Ps 111:1-4, 9|Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 NOTE: In the U.A.E., a special intention should be included for

prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; the country and rulers in the Prayers of the Faithful.

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 3 Sat Saturday in the 1st Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v th Is 30:19-21, 23-26|Ps 146(147):1-6| 22 Thu Thursday in the 11 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 2 Cor 11:1-11|Ps 110(111):1-4, 7-8|Mt 6:7-15 Mt 9:35-10:1, 5a, 6-8 [OT Sun 11]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I or St. Paulinus of Nola, Bishop op.m w OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Advent (see 4-Dec.) v prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; 4 Sun 2ND SUNDAY OF ADVENT mem v

Pf. of Pastors /Com.Pf. I-VI Is 11:1-10|Ps 71 (72):1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17

or Ss. & , Martyrs op.m r Rom 15:4-9|Mt 3:1-12 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; Pf. of Advent I;

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI opt Sol. Bl. of Advent [n. 1] After Evening Prayer I (4 p.m.): sol w 5 Mon ST. FRANCIS XAVIER, PRIEST D1 V1 R fst w SACRED HEART OF JESUS (see 23-Jun) Patron of the Missions (transferred in the Vicariate) Hodeidah: (tmrw) Titular of the Church. All as above. sol w 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23|Ps 116(117):1-2|Mk 16:15-20 NOTE: If the Evening Mass of the Sacred Heart is celebrated, it prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Pastors;

does not fulfil the Sunday obligation. opt. Pryr over Ppl [n.27, 28] 23 Fri MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS D1 sol w Salalah: ST. FRANCIS XAVIER, Titular of the Church. D1 sol w Dt 7:6-11|Ps 102 (103):1-4, 6-8, 10| Readings and texts as above, with extra Old Testament reading

1 Jn 4:7-16|Mt 11:25-30 from the Common of Pastors. The Cr is also said in all Masses. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; Comboni: ST. FRANCIS XAVIER fst w opt. Pryr over Ppl [nn. 13,4,8,9 or 14] Salesian: Bl. Philip Rinaldi, Priest mem w Hodeidah: Titular of the Church. All as above. NOTE: Plenary indulgence for visiting the church in Salalah, and

OBLIG. All as above. praying there the Our Father and Creed (EI 33.1.5a). 40 DECEMBER 2016 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JUNE 2017 101

6 Tue Tuesday in the 2nd Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v 16 Fri Friday in the 10th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Is 40:1-11|Ps 95(96):1-3, 10-13|Mt 18:12-14 2 Cor 4:7-15|Ps 115 (116): 10-11, 15-18|Mt 5:27-32 prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I [OT Sun 10]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Bl. Anicet Koplinski, Priest, or St. Nicholas, Bishop D2 V2 R op.m w mem r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; & Companions, Martyrs

Pf. of Pastors/Advent I OBLIG. Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ or Corpus Christi (see 16-Jun. and its Note ) 7 Wed St. , D2 V2 R mem w w Bishop & Doctor of the Church In many places in the Vicariate, it is more customary for the Is 40:25-31|Ps 102(103):1-4, 8, 10|Mt 11:28-30 procession to take place today than Sunday. prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Advent I 17 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w After Evening Prayer (4 p.m.): 2 Cor 5:14-21|PS 102 (103):1-4, 8-9, 11-12|Mt 5:33-37 IMMACULATE CONCEPTION (see 8-Dec). sol w VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II Al Ain/Ma’ala: (tmrw) Titular of the Church. All as above. sol w or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. 8 Thu IMMACULATE CONCEPTION D1 sol w Sugg: Immaculate Heart of B.V. Mary OF THE B.V. MARY or Saturday in the 10th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g Gn 3:9-15, 20|Ps 97(8):1-4| [OT Sun 10]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30)

Eph 1:3-6, 11-12|Lk 1:26-38 Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ prop Mass & Pf.; no Gl; Cr; OBLIG. w or Corpus Christi (see 18-Jun. and its Note) opt Sol. Bl. of B.V.Mary [n. 15] 18 Sun MOST HOLY BODY D1 w Al Ain/Ma’ala: Titular of the Church. All as above. sol w & BLOOD OF CHRIST NOTE: Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit the church of Dt 8:2-3, 14b-16a|1 Cor 10:16-17| St. Mary in Al Ain, and there pray an Our Father and the opt. Sequence: Lauda Sion (Sing forth O Zion) or Ecce Creed (EI 33.1.5a). panis angelorum (Behold the Bread of Angels)| Jn 6:51-58 9 Fri Friday in the 2nd Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Eucharist I-II; if no

Is 48:17-19|Ps 1:1-4,6|Mt 11:16-19 procession: opt. Pryr over Ppl [n.2] prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I NOTE: If circumstances allow, it is customary for a procession to or St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin op.m w take place to mark this feast. A plenary indulgence is granted to prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; the faithful who participate in such a procession, whether held

Pf. of Saints I-II/Advent I inside or outside a church (EI 7). OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Advent (see 11-Dec.) ro/v The procession is held preferably after a Mass in which the 10 Sat Saturday in the 2nd Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v Host to be carried in the procession is consecrated but may also be Sir 48:1-4, 9-11|Ps 79(80):2-3, 15-16, 18-19| held after a lengthy period of adoration following the Mass. If a

Mt 17:10-13 procession takes place after Mass, when the Communion of the prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I faithful is over, the monstrance in which the consecrated Host has OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Advent (see 11-Dec.) ro/v been placed is set on the altar. When the Prayer after Communion has been said, the Concluding Rites are omitted and the procession forms. The priest wears a cope for a procession: if the procession takes place immediately after Mass, he may retain the chasuble. 100 JUNE 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A DECEMBER 2016 41

11 Sun HOLY TRINITY D1 w 11 Sun 3RD SUNDAY OF ADVENT ro/v Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9|Dan 3 :52-56|2 Cor 13:11-13|Jn 3:16-18 Is 35:1-6a, 10|Ps 145(146):6-10|Jas 5:7-10|Mt 11:2-11 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; prop Pf., prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; Pf. of Advent I;

opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 2] opt Sol. Bl. of Advent [n. 1] 12 Mon Monday in the 10th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 12 Mon Monday in the 3rd Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v 2 Cor 1:1-7|Ps 33 (34):2-9|Mt 5:1-12 Num 24:2-7, 15-17a|Ps 24(25):4-9|Matt 21:23-27 [OT Sun 10]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I Sohar/R.A.K. : (tmrw) ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA or B.V. Mary of Guadalupe op.m w sol w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 13-Jun.) Capuchin: Bl. Florida Cevoli, Virgin op. m w Pf. of B.V. Mary I-II/Advent I Salesian: Bl. Francis Kesy & Companions, martyrs op. m r 13 Tue St. Lucy, Virgin & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r Zep 3:1-2, 9-13|Ps 33(34):2-3, 6-7, 16, 18-19, 23| African: St. Onophrius op. m w 13 Tue St. Anthony of Padua, D2 V2 R mem w Mt 21:28-32 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Bishop and Doctor of the Church 2 Cor 1:18-22|Ps 118 (119):129-135|Mt 5:13-16 Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Virgins/Advent I prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; C.S.S.T.: (tmrw) ST. sol w

Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 14 Wed St. John of the Cross, D2 V2 R mem w Sohar/R.A.K.: ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA, D1 Priest & Doctor of the Church sol w Titular of the Church. Is 45:6b-8, 18, 21b-25|Ps 84(85):9-14|Lk 7:18b-23 Is 61:1-3d |Ps 88(89):205, 21-22, 25, 27| prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Advent I

(Rdng from Com. of Pastors)|Luke 10:1-9. C.S.S.T.: ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS sol w prop Col; rest from Com.;Gl; Cr; Pf of Pastors/ 15 Thu Thursday in the 3rd Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v

Saints I-II; opt. Pryr over Ppl [n.27, 28] Is 54:1-10|Ps 29(30):2, 4-6, 11-13|Lk 7:24-30 NOTE: [1] Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit the prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I church of St. Anthony in Ras-Al-Khaimah or in Sohar, and NOVENA OF CHRISTMAS there pray an Our Father and the Creed (EI 33.1.5a).

[2] Bread and/or lilies may be blessed in honor of St. Anthony. A Christmas novena may be begun today, where such a practice is customary. Suitable texts may be found in BB 1786ff. or taken from the The prayers and readings of the Mass and Liturgy of the Hours for these days special Franciscan texts (FAP 744-745). already form a means of preparation, particularly through the use of the ‘O’ Capuchin: ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA, fst w Antiphons. PRIEST & DOCTOR

14 Wed Wednesday in the 10th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g The Directory of Popular Piety encourages that the novena consist of the solemn 2 Cor 3:4-11|Ps 98 (99):5-9|Mt 5:17-19 celebration of Vespers; otherwise, the novena should try to reflect the liturgical [OT Sun 10]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) themes of the days (DPP 103, see Supplement for sample texts). The novena (or 15 Thu Thursday in the 10th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic celebration, but before or 2 Cor 3:15-4:1, 3-6|Ps 84(85): 9-14|Mt 5:20-26 after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be combined, if desired, with the [OT Sun 10]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Mass in the manner described in IGLH 94, 96. 42 DECEMBER 2016 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JUNE 2017 99

5 Mon St. Boniface, Bishop & Martyr D3 V3 R mem r MISA DE AGUINALDO (SIMBANG GABI) Tob 1:3; 2:1b-8|Ps 111 (112): 1-6|Mk 12:1-12 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

The following guidelines, based on those of the Liturgical Commission of the Catholic Bishops Pf. of Pastors/ Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), are suggested for celebrations of the Misa ‘de 6 Tue Tuesday in the 9th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Aguinaldo’. Tob 2:9-14|Ps 111(112):1-2, 7-9|Mk 12:13-17 [OT Sun 9]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) a. The Misa de Aguinaldo is celebrated by the Filipino community from Dec or St. Norbert, Bishop op.m w 16 to Dec 24. [In our Vicariate, it may be celebrated from Dec 15 to prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Dec 23.] Only one such Mass may be celebrated in a church on a given Pf. of Pastors/ Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI day. 7 Wed Wednesday in the 9th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Tob 3:1-11, 16-17|Ps 24 (25):2-9|Mk 12:18-27 b. Masses on all days are celebrated in white vestments. The Glory to God [OT Sun 9]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) (and the Creed for Sunday liturgies) are used. Festive songs may be sung 8 Thu Thursday in the 9th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g and musical instruments played. Tob 6:10-11; 7:1, 9-14; 8:4-9|Ps 127 (128):1-5|

Mk 12:28-34 c. The liturgy of the Sunday always takes precedence. Texts for the [OT Sun 9]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) appropriate Sunday should be used on Saturday and Sunday evening. [In or Votive Mass of Christ the High Priest vot w our Vicariate, they may also be used on Friday.] VotMs n. 3; Pf. of Holy Eucharist I-II

Capuchin: Bl. Nicholas of Gesturi, Religious op. m w d. On other days, the Mass is taken from the Common of the Blessed Virgin Indian: Bl. Mariam Thresia, Virgin op. m w Mary: In Advent. A suitable Advent Mass from the Collection of Masses of the Salesian: Bl. Istvan Sandor, Religious op. m w Blessed Virgin Mary may also be chosen. th 9 Fri Friday in the 9 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g e. Readings are taken from the readings of the day. The first day of Tob 11:5-17|Ps 145 (146):2, 7-10|Mk 12:35-37 Simbang Gabi may use the readings of the Friday in the 3rd week of [OT Sun 9]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Advent. or St. Ephrem, Deacon & Doctor of the Church op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI OBLIG. Holy Trinity (see 11-Jun.) w rd 16 Fri Friday in the 3 Week of Advent D2 V2 R wkdy v 10 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w Is 56:1-3a, 6-8 |Ps 66(67):2-3, 5, 7-8|Jn 5:33-36 Tob 12:1, 5-15, 20|Tob 13:2, 6-8|Mk 12:38-44 prop Mass; Pf. of Advent I VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II th OBLIG. 4 Sunday of Advent (see 18-Dec.) or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. 17 Sat December 17 O Sapientia (O Wisdom) D2 V1 R wkdy v or Saturday in the 9th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g Gn 49:2, 8-10|Ps 71(72):1-4, 7-8, 17|Mt 1:1-17 [OT Sun 9]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II OBLIG. Holy Trinity (see 11-Jun.) w OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Advent (see 18-Dec.)

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THE SEASON OF ORDINARY TIME (II) 18 Sun 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT v O Adonai (O Sacred Lord) Is 7:10-14|Ps 23(24):1-6|Rom 1:1-7|Mt 1:18-24 During Ordinary Time, “no particular aspect of the mystery of Christ is prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; Pf. of Advent II; celebrated, but rather the mystery of Christ itself is honoured in its fullness, opt Sol. Bl. of Advent [n. 1] especially on Sundays” (UNLYC 43). After Easter, Ordinary Time resumes with 19 Mon December 19 O Radix Iesse (O Stock of Jesse) D2 V1 R wkdy v the Monday after Pentecost, 5 June 2017 and ends on the Saturday before the Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a|Ps 70(71): 3-6, 16-17|

First Sunday of Advent. In practice, due to the anticipated Friday observance, the Lk 1:5-25 Thursday before the First Sunday of Advent is the last ‘green’ day. prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II 20 Tue December 20 O Clavis (O Key of David) D2 V1 R wkdy v Weekdays use the formulary of the preceding Sunday. However, they may also Is 7:10-14|Ps 23(24):1-6|Lk 1:26-38 use the formulary of any other suitable Sunday in Ordinary Time. prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II 21 Wed December 21 O Oriens (O Rising Sun) D2 V1 R wkdy v The weekdays of Ordinary Time offer many opportunities for the celebration of: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a |

• Votive Masses in honor of the saints, according to popular devotion. Ps 32(33):2-3, 11-12, 20-21|Lk 1:39-45 • Masses for the Dead, according to pastoral need. prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II • Masses for Various Needs – either a complete formulary, or the Collect Comm. of St. , comm v or alone may be used. These Masses may also be celebrated in green Priest & Doctor of the Church vestments, unless they have a penitential (violet) or festive (white) prop Col; rest as above for wkdy character. 22 Thu December 22 O Rex (O King) D2 V1 R v The regulations governing these Masses may be found on pp. 25-29. 1 Sm 1:24-28|1 Sam 2:1, 4-8|Lk 1:46-56 prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II On all Saturdays on which no saint is celebrated, the Saturday memorial of the 23 Fri December 23 O Emmanuel D2 V1 R wkdy v Blessed Virgin Mary is strongly encouraged. The Mass may be taken from the Mal 3:1-4, 23-24|Ps 24(25):4-5, 8-9, 10, 14|

Roman Missal or from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary (Marian Lk 1:57-66 Sacramentary). Marian Masses may also be celebrated on free weekdays (e.g. prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II Wednesdays) on which weekly Marian novenas are customarily celebrated. or Comm. of St. John of Kenty, Priest comm v prop Col; rest as above for wkdy For all weekdays which allow such options, suggestions are sometimes given to OBLIG Mass texts and reading from weekday with Cr and opt Sol. Bl. assist the priest celebrant in choosing a formulary. These suggestions are based of Advent. A second reading 2 Peter 2:8-14 is added (from on a theme of the daily reading (particularly the Gospel), the time of year, or Sunday II in Advent, Year B) after the Psalm before the Gospel. popular devotions. 24 Sat December 24 (until 4 p.m.) D1 V1 R wkdy v 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16|Ps 88(89):2-5, 27, 29|

Eucharistic Prayer IV has many characteristics (such as its summary of salvation Lk 1:67-79 history) that commend its use on the Sundays of Ordinary Time. Six forms of prop Mass; Pf. of Advent II Solemn Blessing (nn. 9-14) are provided for Ordinary Time and are fittingly used on Sundays.

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THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS gathering of the faithful or of associations), the Extended Form of the Vigil Mass of Pentecost may be used, observing the order and Christmas Time runs from First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the Nativity of the rubrics given in the Roman Missal. Lord up to and including the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. The Christmas season is one of joy and celebration. After the annual celebration of the Paschal There are 2 versions of the Extended Form: Mystery, the Church has no more ancient custom than celebrating the memorial Version 1: The Vigil Mass is combined with First Vespers of of the Nativity of the Lord and of his first manifestations (UNLYC 32). Pentecost, in the manner given in both the IGLH 94-96 and the

Liturgical Notes: missal under Pentecost. The psalmody of Vespers replaces the Penitential Act, and the Magnificat with its antiphon is sung at

• white vestments are worn throughout the Christmas Season, except for the Communion. observances of martyrs, when red vestments are used. Version 2: An extended Liturgy of the Word takes place before the Glory to God in the following way. The second • each of the days within the Christmas Octave, as well as the weekdays before Collect from the Vigil is said immediately after the Lord have and after the Epiphany, have a proper Mass. Memorials of the saints mercy. Then the 4 Old Testament readings from the Lectionary occurring during the Christmas Octave are only commemorated. are read, each followed by a psalm (or period of silence) and a Throughout the Octave, the proper form for the Nativity of the In communion prayer. The Glory to God is then sung, followed by the first is used in Eucharistic Prayer I. Collect of the Vigil Mass, and then the Second Reading from Romans. Mass then continues as usual. • The Christmas Season offers the opportunity for many blessings, including 4 Sun PENTECOST SUNDAY sol r homes (especially around Epiphany, BB 1597-1621), a manger/nativity scene Acts 2:1-11|Ps 103:1, 24, 29-31, 34| (BB 1541-1569), Christmas tree (BB 1570-1596) and other persons or items, opt. Sequence: Veni Sancte Spiritus (Holy Spirit, Lord) mentioned in their proper places below. 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13|Jn 20:19-23 prop Mass (During Day); Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; 24 Sat NATIVITY OF THE LORD sol w EP1: prop In communion; Dismissal with alleluias. (after Evening Prayer/4 p.m.) opt. Sol. Bl. of the Holy Spirit [n. 8]; OBLIG. Is 62:1-5|Ps 88(89):4-5, 16-17, 27, 29| Ghala: Titular of the Church. All as above. sol r

Acts 13:16-17, 22-25|Mt 1:1-25 or 18-25 NOTES: prop Vigil Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Nativity I-II -III; [1] After the Mass of Pentecost, the Paschal candle is EP1: prop In communion; opt. Sol. Bl. of Nativity extinguished and moved to the baptistery to be used in . [n. 2]. All kneel at the words and by the Holy Spirit [2]Plenary indulgence for those faithful who visit the church of the was incarnate…and was made man holy Spirit in Ghala, and there pray an Our Father and the For the texts and readings for Masses celebrated closer to Creed (EI 33.1.5a).

midnight, see 25-Dec under During the Night. [3]Plenary indulgence for the faithful who assist the solemn singing NOTES: or recitation of the Veni Creator (Come, Holy Ghost) in a (1) If a crib/manger is erected, it should be set up outside the church.

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1 Thu St. Justin, Martyr D2 V2 R mem r it is blessed immediately before the Vigil Mass. Acts 22:30; 23:6-11|Ps 15 (16):1-2,5,7-11| (2) The crib may be incensed either before or after the

Jn 17:20-26 Christmas Mass, where this is customary.

prop Mass; Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Ascension I-II (3) By special permission of the Bishop, for pastoral reasons one 2 Fri Friday in the 7th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w of the sets of readings from 25-Dec may be used instead of the Acts 25:13b-21|Ps 102 (103):1-2, 11-12, 19-20| Vigil texts – however, the Mass formulary is from the Vigil.

Jn 21:15-19 HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V/Ascension I-II 25 Sun NATIVITY OF THE LORD sol w Ss. Marcellinus & Peter, Martyrs op.m r OBLIG. DURING NIGHT: Is 9:1-6|Ps 95(96):1-3, 11-13| prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Ti 2:11-14|Lk 2:1-14 Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V/Ascension I-II DAWN: Is 62:11-12|Ps 96(97):1,6,11-12| OBLIG. Pentecost Sunday (see 3- Jun. or 4-Jun. cf. p 21. See r Ti 3:4-7|Lk 2:15-20 also Notes for respective days) DURING DAY: Is 52:7-10|Ps 97(98):1-6|Heb 1:1-6| Capuchin: St Felix of Nicosia, Religious op. m w Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14 St. Charles Luwanga D2 V2 R 3 Sat mem r & Companions, Martyrs The lectionary permits that any of the three sets of readings may be used at any of the Masses of Christmas Day according to the pastoral needs of the congregation Acts 28:16-20, 30-31|Ps 10 (11):4-5, 7|Jn 21:20-25 in the judgement of the priest celebrant. Careful consideration should be given in prop Mass; employing this faculty, since the readings often complement other Mass texts.

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V/Ascension I-II prop Mass of time of day (During Night, Dawn or OBLIG. PENTECOST SUNDAY sol r During Day); Gl; Cr; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III; Gn 11:1-9 | Ps 31(32):10-15 EP1: prop In communion; opt. Sol. Bl. of Nativity [n. (or) Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b | Dn 3:52-56 2]. All kneel at the words and by the Holy Spirit was or Ps 17(18):8-11 incarnate…and was made man (or) Ez 37:1-14 |Ps 105(106):2-9 NOTES: (or) Jl 3:1-5 |Ps 102(103):1-2, 24-30 (1) On this day (i.e. after midnight), priests may celebrate or Rom 8:22-27|Jn 7:37-39 concelebrate 3 Masses, provided that these Masses are celebrated

For the simple form of the Vigil, the readings of 4-Jun. may be at their proper times of day. substituted for pastoral reasons. (2) The crib may be honored by an incensation either before or prop Mass (Vigil); Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; after the Christmas Mass, where this is customary. EP1: prop In communion; Dismissal with alleluias. 3) For Masses celebrated During the Night: opt. Sol. Bl. of the Holy Spirit [n. 8]; (a) a form of the Rite of Reconciliation of Several Ghala: (tmrw) Titular of the Church. All as above. sol r Penitents with General Confession and Absolution NOTE: may be used according to the guidelines of the Apostolic [1] Plenary indulgence for the faithful who assist the solemn Vicar ( p. 11). singing or recitation of the Veni Creator (Come Holy Ghost) (b) it is recommended that a celebration of the Office of in a church. Readings precede the Mass.(IGLH 215) (c) the announcement of the Nativity of the Lord from the [2] If desired, for a more solemn celebration (e.g. for a large Martyrology (see Supplement; music in Appendix I of the 46 DECEMBER 2016 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JUNE 2017 95

missal) may be recited or chanted before the Mass. It should d. the Act of Reparation, a prayer with which the faithful, mindful of the not replace any part of the Mass infinite goodness of Christ, implore mercy for the offences

(4) As a rule, Morning Prayer precedes the Mass at Dawn committed in so many ways against his Sacred Heart. (IGLH 216) e. the pious practices of the first Fridays of the month, leading to a 26 Mon ST. STEPHEN, THE FIRST MARTYR D1 V1 R fst r renewed use of the Sacraments of Penance and Holy Eucharist. Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59|Ps 30(31):3-4, 6, 8, 16-17| However, care must be taken to avoid credulity and see the practice

Mt 10:17-22 as encouraging an active faith, enabling the faithful to undertake prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I-II-III; their commitment to follow the Gospel correctly in their lives. EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); opt. Pryr Over Ppl [n. 27, 28] d) The devotion to the Sacred Heart is especially connected with the love of 27 Tue ST. JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST D1 V1 R fst w Christ as shown in the gift of the Most Holy Eucharist. Eucharistic 1 Jn 1:1-4|Ps 96(97):1-2, 5-6, 11-12|J devotions are fittingly promoted, and prayers and devotions to the Sacred

n 20:1a, 2-8 Heart are suitable for use whenever the Blessed Sacrament is exposed during prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I-II-III; this month. EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); opt. Pryr Over Ppl [n. 2, 18, 27, 28] e) In the devotions of this month, the contiguous devotion to the Immaculate NOTE: Wine may be blessed in honour of St. John (BB 1786- Heart of Mary may also be promoted since “the mysterium of the Heart of

1804, 1795B). Jesus is projected onto and reverberates in the Heart of His Mother, who is 28 Wed THE HOLY INNOCENTS, MARTYRS D1 V1 R fst r also one of his followers and a .” (DPP 174). Practices such as 1 Jn 1:5-2:2|Ps 123 (124):2-5, 7-8|Mt 2:13-18 fasting, reparation and consecration mirror those of the Sacred Heart. prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I-II-III; Bearing, however, in mind the distance between the Saviour and his Mother, EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); such practices should be seen within the context of imitating the perfect opt. Pryr Over Ppl [n. 10, 23, 25] discipleship and devotion of the Blessed Virgin to her Son. NOTE: Where customary, the blessing of children may take place after the dismissal of the Mass, or at another time apart from f) Blessing of scapulars of the Sacred or Immaculate Heart take place using the Mass. The Shorter Rite (BB 170-172) may be used, or the approved rite (BB 1488-1503). The blessing of images uses the rite in BB priest may instead bless children who come to him individually 1442 -1457 or 1458 -1462.

using the Short Formulary (BB 173). Today is also appropriate for prayer and activities countering to the innumerable forms of g) In accordance with the rubrics (p. 26), a suitable Votive Mass of the Sacred violence against children, from conception through to daily life, and Heart of Jesus may be used on Ordinary Time weekdays of this month at the encouraging assistance for adoption and education (DPP 113). option of the priest celebrant. Similarly, especially on Saturdays, the Votive 29 Thu Fifth Day in the Octave of the Nativity D1 V1 R wkdy w Mass of the Immaculate Heart of Mary may be used from the Roman Missal 1 Jn 2:3-11|Ps 95(96):1-3, 5-6|Lk 2:22-35 or from the Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary (n. 28). prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I-II-III; ______EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); opt. Sol. Bl. of Nativity [n. 2] PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: National Leaders. That national leaders may firmly or Comm. of St. Thomas Becket, Bishop & Martyr comm w commit themselves to ending the arms trade, which victimizes so many innocent prop Col; rest as above for wkdy people. 94 JUNE 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A DECEMBER 2016 47

JUNE 2017 Crater: (tmrw) THE HOLY FAMILY sol w Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 30-Dec) but do not fulfil the Sunday obligation. Many popular devotions in June are connected with devotion to the Sacred Heart 30 Fri THE HOLY FAMILY D1 V1 R fst w of Jesus, “a wonderful historical expression of the Church's piety for Christ, her Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 or Col 3:12-21 or 12-17| Spouse and Lord, that calls for a fundamental attitude of conversion and Ps 127(128):1-5|Mt 2:13-15, 19-23 reparation, of love and gratitude, apostolic commitment and dedication to Christ prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I-II-III; and his saving work” (DPP 172). “Jesus, one with the Father, invites disciples to EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); live in close communion with him, to model their lives on him and on his opt. Sol. Bl. of Nativity [n. 2] teaching. He, in turn, reveals himself as “meek and humble of heart”. The Crater: THE HOLY FAMILY D1 sol w devotion is a cultic form of the prophetic and evangelical gaze of all Christians Titular of the Church. on him who was pierced, from whose side flowed blood and water, symbols of As above. All 3 readings are used and Cr added in all Masses the wondrous sacrament of the Church” (DPP 167). OBLIG. As above, with Cr. added. All 3 readings and psalm are used NOTE: If desired, the blessing of families may replace the final The following points should be kept in mind: blessing at Mass (BB 65-67) or be celebrated at some other time. Among other possible devotional practices, DPP 112 also a) public devotions should be restricted until the beginning of Ordinary Time, suggests blessing of children (BB 170ff.), couples (BB 132ff.), to avoid eclipsing the importance of Pentecost and the days leading up to it. &entrustments to the Holy Family (indulgenced, EI 1) Any statues or pictures displayed for public veneration are best displayed 31 Sat Seventh Day in the Octave of the Nativity D1 V1 R wkdy w from the Monday following Pentecost. 1 Jn 2:18-21|Ps 95 (96): 1-2, 11-13|Jn 1:1-18 b) a statue or picture may be displayed for public veneration during this month, prop Mass; Gl; Pf of Nativity I, II or III; especially one which represents the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the moment of EP1: prop In communion (Nativity); crucifixion, “the highest expression of the love of Christ” (DPP 173). Images opt. Sol. Bl. of Nativity [n. 2] that are “over sentimental and incapable of giving expression to the or Comm. of St. Sylvester, Pope comm v devotion's robust theological content or which do not encourage the faithful prop Col; rest as above for wkdy to approach the mystery of the Sacred Heart of our Saviour” should be After Evening Prayer (4 p.m.): avoided (ibid.). OBLIG. MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD (see 1-Jan.) w c) The Directory of Popular Piety (n. 170) especially recommends the following NOTE: Plenary Indulgence for the public recitation or singing of devotional practices: the Te Deum, thanking God for the blessing of the past year . This should take place before or after Mass, or at another time a. personal consecration to the Sacred Heart. (EI 26.1.2). See Supplement for suggested rites. b. family consecration to the Sacred Heart, in which the family, by DPP 144 commends a “vigil offering of the new year to the virtue of the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony already participating in Lord”, with Eucharistic Adoration concluded by the celebration of the mystery of the unity and love of Christ for the Church, is Mass. The vigil has a two-fold aspect: “of penance and sorrow for dedicated to Christ so that he might reign in the hearts of all its the sins committed during the year and lost occasions of grace; and members. of thanks for the graces and blessings.” c. the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, “evidently biblical in character”. This litany is indulgenced (EI 22.2). 48 JANUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MAY 2017 93

JANUARY 2017 29 Mon Monday in the 7th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w

Acts 19:1-8|Ps 67 (68):2-7|Jn 16:29-33 PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Christian Unity. That all Christians may be faithful to the Lord’s teaching by striving with prayer and fraternal charity to restore prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V/Ascension I-II Salesian: Bl. Joseph Kowalski, Priest, Martyr mem r ecclesial communion and collaborating to meet the challenges facing humanity. th 30 Tue Tuesday in the 7 week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w 1 Sun HOLY MOTHER OF GOD D1 sol w Acts 20:17-27|Ps 67(68):10-11|Jn 17:1-11a Nm 6:22-27|Ps 66 (67): 2-3, 5, 6, 8| prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V/Ascension I-II

Gal 4:4-7|Lk 2:16-21 31 Wed VISITATION OF THE B.V. MARY D1 V1 R fst w prop Mass; Gl; Cr; EP1: prop In communion; Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16|Is 12:2-6|Lk 1:39-56 prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of B.V. Mary II; Pf. B.V. Mary I; opt. Sol.Bl. Beginning of Year [n. 3] NOTE: Plenary indulgence for attending the public recitation or opt. Sol. Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15] singing of the Veni Creator in the church, to ask for God’s help NOTE: To mark the end of the Marian month of May solemn

for the year (EI 26.1.1). This may take place before or after devotions or pious exercises (e.g. processions, rosary, consecration, Mass, or at another time. See Supplement for suggested rite. etc.) may be held. If a crowning of an image of the Blessed Virgin 2 Mon Ss. Basil the Great & Gregory Nazianzen D2 V2 R mem w takes place, the rite provided in the Supplement may be Bishops & Doctors of the Church appropriately followed, adapted if necessary to particular 1 Jn 2:22-28|Ps 97(98): 1-4|Jn 1:19-28 circumstances. Since this feast occurs within the days preceding prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Nativity I-II-III Pentecost, it is particularly appropriate to focus on the link 3 Tue Tuesday after January 2 D2 V2 R wkdy w between the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary, both in the mystery 1 Jn 2:29- 3:6|Ps 97(98):1, 3-6|Jn 1:29-34 observed today and in general. prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III or Holy Name of Jesus op.m w Phil 2:6-11|Ps 8 :4-9|Lk 2 :21-24 (see Lectionary Suppl.) prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III Capuchin: Holy Name of Jesus mem w 4 Wed Wednesday after January 2 D2 V2 R wkdy w 1 Jn 3:7-10|Ps 97(98):1, 7-9|Jn 1:35-42 prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III 5 Thu Thursday after January 2 D2 V2 R wkdy w 1 Jn 3:11-21|Ps 99(100)|Jn 1:43-51 prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III Capuchin: Bl. Didacus Joseph of Cadiz, Priest op. m w 6 Fri Friday after January 2 D2 V2 R wkdy w 1 Jn 5:5-13|Ps 147:12-15, 19-20|

Mk 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-28 or 3:23, 31-34, 36, 38 prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III OBLIG. Epiphany of the Lord (7-Jan. cf. p. 21. & 8-Jan. Notes) 92 MAY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JANUARY 2017 49

27 Sat Saturday in the 6th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy. w 7 Sat Saturday after January 2 D2 V2 R wkdy w Acts 18:23-28|Ps 46 (47):2-3, 8-10|Jn 16:23b-28 1 Jn 5:14-21|Ps 149:1-6, 9|Jn 2:1-11 prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V prop Mass; Pf. of Nativity I-II-III or St. , Bishop op.m w or St. Raymond of Penyafort, Priest op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/Easter I-V Pf. of Pastors/Nativity I-II-III OBLIG THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD sol w OBLIG. Epiphany of the Lord (see 8-Jan. Notes) Readings as on Sun 28-May Readings as on 8-Jan prop Mass (Vigil); Gl; Cr; Pf. of Ascension I-II; prop Vigil Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Epiphany; EP1: prop In communion; opt. Sol. Bl. Epiphany [n. 4] EP1: prop In communion; opt. Sol. Bl. Ascension [n. 7] For pastoral reasons, the prayers of 28-May (During the Day) may be For pastoral reasons, the prayers of 8-Jan (During the Day) may be used instead of the Vigil Mass texts. used instead of the Vigil Mass texts. Capuchin: Bl. Joseph Tous y Soler, Priest op.m w 8 Sun EPIPHANY OF THE LORD D1 w Is 60:1-6|Ps 71 (72):1-2, 7-8, 10-13| Comboni: Our Lady of the Sacred Heart mem w 28 Sun THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD w Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6|Mt 2:1-12 prop Mass (‘During Day’); Gl; Cr; Pf. of Epiphany; Acts 1:1-11|Ps 46:2-3, 6-9|Eph 1:17-23|Mt 28:16-20 prop Mass (During Day); Gl; Cr; Pf. of Ascension I- EP1: prop In communion; opt. Sol. Bl. Epiphany [n. 4] II; EP1: prop In communion NOTES: [1]The solemn proclamation of the date of Easter by a opt. Sol. Bl. of Ascension [n. 7] Deacon/cantor, orienting feasts to the Paschal mystery, takes place after the Gospel (text in Missal, App. I or Supplement.) NOVENA OF PENTECOST [2]Holy water may be blessed today and then used to bless homes by a priest or deacon (BB 1597–1616 or 1617- 1621). Chalk A Pentecost novena, a “prayerful reflection on salvific event of Pentecost”, may may also be blessed, distributed and used write the inscription ‘20 be begun either today or the preceding Friday (26-May), where such a practice is + C + M + B + 17’ over the doors of a residence as a sign of customary. The prayers and readings of the Mass and Liturgy of the Hours for blessing and remembrance of the wise men (DPP 118, BB these days already form a quasi-novena, in petitioning for the gift of the Spirit. 1795F) Other items associated with the Epiphany (e.g. incense, gold, etc.) may also be blessed today. (BB 1795F-G) Where possible, the Pentecost novena should consist of the solemn celebration [3] Missionary work and awareness of evangelization is properly of Vespers, otherwise, the novena should try to reflect the liturgical themes of encouraged today (DPP 118). the days from Ascension to the Vigil of Pentecost (DPP 155, see Supplement for 9 Mon BAPTISM OF THE LORD D1 V1 R fst w sample texts). The novena (or novena prayer) is not prayed within the Eucharistic Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Acts 10:34-38| celebration, but before or after – however, if it consists of Vespers, it may be Ps 28(29):1-4, 9-10||Mt 3:13-17 combined, if desired, with the Mass in the manner described in IGLH 94, 96. prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; prop Pf.; opt. Pryr Over Ppl [n. 2, 5, 7, 25]. DPP 119 encourages the Rite of

This time is also suggested as a period to pray for Christian unity, that by Sprinkling (Missal, App. II) instead of the Penitential Act following the inspiration of the Spirit of Truth and Unity, “all might be one” today. according to the will of Christ (DPP 155). The Pentecost novena is indulgenced The rubric directing the Cr is printed because this Feast is assigned (EI 22.1) to Sunday. The Cr is omitted since the feast falls on Monday. 50 JANUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MAY 2017 91

THE SEASON OF ORDINARY TIME (I) 23 Tue Tuesday in the 6th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Acts 16:22-34|Ps 137(138): 1-3, 7-8|Jn 16:5-11 During Ordinary Time, “no particular aspect of the mystery of Christ is prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Sana’a: (tmrw) B.V.MARY, HELP OF CHRISTIANS celebrated, but rather the mystery of Christ itself is honoured in its fullness, sol w especially on Sundays” (UNLYC 43). Evening Masses (after 4 p.m.) may be of the Solemnity (see 24-May) Salesian: (tmrw) B.V. MARY, HELP OF CHRISTIANS sol w Ordinary Time begins on Tuesday, 10 January 2017, and concludes on Tuesday, 24 Wed Wednesday in the 6th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w 28 February, 2017 (Tuesday before Ash Wednesday). It resumes on the Monday Acts 17:15, 22 -18:1|Ps 148: 1-2, 11-14|Jn 16:12-15 after Pentecost, 5 June 2017. prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Sana’a: B.V. MARY, HELP OF CHRISTIANS D1

Weekdays use the formulary of the preceding Sunday. However, they may also Titular of the Church. use the formulary of any other suitable Sunday in Ordinary Time. 3 Readings from the Common of the B.V. Mary, with the first reading from Acts or Apocalypse, or from the Marian Lectionary:

Rev 12:1-3, 7-12ab, 17|(Reading from the Common) |John 2:1-11 The weekdays of Ordinary Time offer many opportunities for the celebration of: all from Com. B.V. Mary; Pf. of the B.V. Mary I-II; • Votive Masses in honor of the saints, according to popular devotion opt. Sol Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15]; sol w • Masses for the Dead, according to pastoral need. or from Marian Sacramentary: prop Mass n. 42; prop • Masses for Various Needs – either a complete formulary, or the Collect Pf.; opt. Sol. Bl. B.V. Mary in Easter Time. alone may be used. These Masses may also be celebrated in green Capuchin: DEDICATION OF THE fst w vestments, unless they have a penitential (violet) or festive (white) BASILICA OF ST. FRANCIS character. Salesian: B.V. MARY, HELP OF CHRISTIANS sol w The regulations governing these may be found on pp. 25-29. 25 Thu Thursday in the 6th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Acts 18:1-8|Ps 97 (98):1-4|Jn 16:16-20 On all Saturdays on which no saint is celebrated, the Saturday memorial of the prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Blessed Virgin Mary is strongly encouraged. The Mass may be taken from the or St. , Priest & Doctor op.m w Roman Missal or from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary (Marian prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Sacramentary). Marian Masses may also be celebrated on days on which weekly Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V Marian novenas are customarily celebrated. or St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi, Virgin op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

For all weekdays which allow such options, suggestions are occasionally given to Pf. of Virgins/Saints I-II/Easter I-V assist in choosing a formulary. These suggestions are based on a theme of the or St. Gregory VII, Pope op.m w daily reading (particularly the Gospel), the time of year, or popular devotions. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/Easter I-V Eucharistic Prayer IV has many characteristics (e.g. summary of salvation history) 26 Fri St. Philip Neri, Priest D2 V2 R mem w that commend its use on the Sundays of Ordinary Time. Six forms of Solemn Acts 18:9-18|Ps 46 (47):2-7|Jn 16:20-23 Blessing are given for Ordinary Time (nn. 9-14) and fittingly used on Sundays. prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Easter I-V OBLIG The Ascension of the Lord (see 27-May. For pastoral

reasons, the texts of 28-May may be used instead). 90 MAY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JANUARY 2017 51

17 Wed Wednesday in the 5th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w 10 Tue Tuesday in the 1st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Acts 15:1-6|Ps 121 (122):1-5|Jn 15:1-8 Heb 2:5-12|Ps 8:2, 5-9|Mk 1:21-28 prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V [Week 1 in OT]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: St. Paschal Baylon, Religious mem w 11 Wed Wednesday in the 1st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 18 Thu Thursday in the 5th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Heb 2:14-18|Ps 104 (105):1-4, 6-9|Mk 1:29-39 Acts 15:7-21|Ps 95(96):1-3, 10|Jn 15:9-11 [Week 1 in OT]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V 12 Thu Thursday in the 1st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g or St. John I, Pope & Martyr op.m r Heb 3:7-14|Ps 94 (95):6-11|Mk 1:40-45 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; [Week 1 in OT]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30)

Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V Capuchin: St. Bernard of , Religious mem w Capuchin: ST. fst w 13 Fri Friday in the 1st Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Salesian: St. Leonard Murialdo, Priest op. m w Heb 4:1-5, 11|Ps 77 (78): 3-4, 6-8|Mk 2:1-12 19 Fri Friday in the 5th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w [Week 1 in OT]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Acts 15:22-31|Ps 56 (57): 8-12|Jn 15:12-17 St. Hilary, or op.m w prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Bishop & Doctor of the Church OBLIG. 6th Sunday of Easter (see 21-May) w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Capuchin: St. Crispin of , Religious mem w Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI 20 Sat Saturday in the 5th week of Easter wkdy w OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 15-Jan.) Acts 16:1-10|Ps 99 (100):1-3, 5|Jn 15:18-21 If convenient, Masses after 4 p.m. may be of the prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia (see 14-Jan) or St. Bernardine of Siena, Priest op.m w B.V. MARY, OUR LADY OF ARABIA D1 sol w 14 Sat prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Principal Patroness of the Gulf

Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/Easter I-V Zeph 3:14-18 |Gal 4:4-7|Lk 1:39-56

OBLIG 6th Sunday of Easter (see 21-May) w Or: Is 60:1-6|Rom 12: 9-16b|Lk 1:39-56 Capuchin: St. Bernardine of Siena, Priest mem w prop Mass; Gl; Cr; prop Pf.; prop. opt. Sol. Bl.

21 Sun 6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER w All readings and texts in separate booklet. Acts 8:5-8, 14-17|Ps 65 (66):1-7, 16, 20| OBLIG. All as above.

1 Pt 3:15-18|Jn 14:15-21 15 Sun 2nd SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g prop Mass of Sun; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Easter I-V; Is 49:3, 5-6|Ps 39:2, 4, 7-10|

opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Time [n. 6] 1 Cor 1:1-3|Jn 1:29-34 th prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; 22 Mon Monday in the 6 week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Acts 16:11-15|Ps 149:1-6, 9|Jn 15:26-16:4a opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Filipino: SANTO NINO fst w or St. Rita of Cascia, Religious op.m w NOTE: Today is the World Day of Prayer for Migrants prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; and Refugees instituted by Pius X in 1914. The faithful are

Pf. of Virgins/Saints I-II/Easter I-V encouraged to pray and work for the welfare of the vulnerable in our society, especially those forced to leave their homes due to war, conflict, persecution or economic reasons. 52 JANUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MAY 2017 89

16 Mon Monday in the 2nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g 11 Thu Thursday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Heb 5:1-10|Ps 109(110):1-4|Mk 2:18-22 Acts 13:13-25|Ps 88 (89):2-3, 21-22, 25, 27|

[OT Sun 2]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Jn 13:16-20. Capuchin: Ss. Berard & Companions, martyrs mem r prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Indian/Sri Lankan: St. Joseph Vaz, Priest mem w Capuchin: St. Ignatius of Laconi, Religious mem w 17 Tue St. Anthony the Abbot D2 V2 R mem w 12 Fri Friday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Heb 6:10-20|Ps 110(111):1-2, 4-5, 9, 10| Acts 13:26-33|Ps 2:6-11|Jn 14:1-6

Mk 2:23-28 (Printing error in some lectionaries lists reference as Ps 100). prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI or St. Nereus & Achilleus, Martyrs op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

NOTE: WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V or St. Pancras, Martyr op.m r January 18-25 is especially dedicated to prayer for unity among Christians so that prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

“all may be one”, united in a single Body in the unity of faith, according to the Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V will of Christ the Lord. OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Easter (see 14-May) w Capuchin: St. Leopold Mandic of Castelnuovo, Priest mem w The theme of the 2017 Week is “Reconciliation – the love of Christ impels us”. 13 Sat Saturday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R w Christians need the gift of God's reconciliation as a wellspring of life, for their Acts 13:44-52|Ps 97(98):1-4|Jn 14:7-14 common witness to the world, and to be ministers of reconciliation, who will prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V break down barriers, build bridges, make peace, and open doors to new ways of or Our Lady of Fatima op.m w life in the name of the one who reconciled us to God, Jesus Christ. The Holy prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Spirit leads the way on the path to reconciliation in his name. The meditation Pf. of B.V.Mary I-II/Easter I-V passage for the week this year is 2 Cor 5:14-20. The week may be marked OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Easter (see 14-May) w Salesian: ST. MARY DOMENICA fst w liturgically in the following ways: MAZZARELLO, VIRGIN a) Prayer of the Faithful: a petition should be added for unity among 14 Sun 5TH SUNDAY OF EASTER w Christians. Acts 6:1-7|Ps 32(33):1-2, 4-5, 18-19|1 Pt 2:4-9|Jn 14:1-12 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Easter I-V; b) Prayers for Christian Unity may be recited after Mass and at other suitable times. A suggested order, in both expanded and shorter forms, drawing on opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Time [n. 6] material provided by the Pontifical Council for the Promoting Christian 15 Mon Monday in the 5th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Unity, is provided in the Supplement. Acts 14:5-18|Ps 113B(115): 1-4, 15-16|Jn 14:21-26 c) Mass formulary: On days on which the rubrics permit, one of the 3 Mass prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V formularies For the Unity of Christians [VN 17] is recommended. The 2nd Salesian: Our Lady of Fatima mem w Collect of formulary B is particularly appropriate for this year’s theme. The 16 Tue Tuesday in the 5th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Mass For Reconciliation [VN 16] may also be used if suitable. Days of Marian Acts 14:19-28|Ps 144 (145):10-13, 21|Jn 14:27-31a devotion (e.g. Wednesday) may use the Mass formulary Blessed Virgin Mary, prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Mother of Unity [n. 38] from the Collection of Masses of the B.V. Mary. Capuchin: St. Margaret of Cortona, Penitent mem w Salesian: St. Louis Orione, Priest op. m w 88 MAY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JANUARY 2017 53

5 Fri Friday in the 3rd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w d) Eucharistic Prayer: If desired and if suitable with other texts, EP Acts 9:1-20|Ps 116 (117)|Jn 6:52-59 Reconciliation I-II, or EPVN I: The Church on the Path of Unity. prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V e) Masses specially dedicated to the theme of Unity: the readings for such OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Easter (see 7-May and its Note) w Masses may be taken from the Various Needs lectionary (Collins Vol. III) 6 Sat Saturday in the 3rd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w instead of usual weekday readings. The special Mass formulary For the Unity Acts 9:31-42|Ps 115 (116): 12-17|Jn 6:60-69 of Christians [VN 17] may be used in such a celebration even on Sundays, prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Feasts and obligatory memorials. OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Easter (see 7-May and its Note) w f) A plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful who participate in some of 7 Sun 4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER w the services during the Week of Christian Unity and assist at the closing of Acts 2:14a, 36-41|Ps 22 (23):1-6| this same week. A partial indulgence is granted to the faithful who devoutly

1 Pt 2:20b-25|Jn 10:1-10 recite an appropriately approved prayer such as Almighty and eternal God (cf. prop Mass of Sun; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Easter I-V; Supplement) for the unity of Christians.

opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Time [n. 6] In celebrations specially dedicated to the theme of w NOTE: Paul VI designated this day in 1964 as the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. While honoring all vocations, the Unity between Jan 18-25 (including Sundays) /g Any readings from Occasional Masses 10: For Unity of Church concentrates its attention today on vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), to the religious life in all its Christians in Lectionary (Collins Vol. III) prop Mass ‘For the Unity of Christians’ [VN 17] forms (male and female, contemplative and apostolic), to societies of apostolic life, to secular institutes, and to the missionary life, in the A, B or C; prop Pf. particular sense of the mission "ad gentes". 18 Wed Wednesday in the 2nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g If possible, the theme of vocations may form part of the homily. Heb 7:1-3, 15-17|Ps 109(110):1-4|Mk 3:1-6 [OT Sun 2]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Suitable intentions are inserted in the Prayers of the Faithful. A Prayer for Vocations may also be recited after Mass - sample texts Sugg: see Note (c) for Week of Prayer for both are provided in the Supplement. Pious exercises (e.g. 19 Thu Thursday in the 2nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Holy Hour for Vocations) are also encouraged, along with talks Heb 7:25- 8:6|Ps 39(40):7-10, 17|Mk 3:7-12 [OT Sun 2]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) and activities to foster awareness of particular vocations. 8 Mon Monday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Sugg: see Note (c) for Week of Prayer Acts 11:1-18|Ps 41(42):2-3; 42(43):3-4|Jn 10:11-18 20 Fri Friday in the 2nd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Heb 8:6-13|Ps 84(85):8, 10-14|Mk 3:13-19 [OT Sun 2]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Capuchin: Bl. Jeremiah of Wallachia, Religious op. m w 9 Tue Tuesday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Sugg: see Note (c) for Week of Prayer Acts 11:19-26|Ps 86 (87):1-7|Jn 10:22-30 or St. Fabian, Pope & Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Capuchin: St. Catherine of Bologna, Virgin op. m. w Pf. of Pastors/ Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 10 Wed Wednesday in the 4th week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w or St. Sebastian, Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Acts 12:24-13:5a|Ps 66 (67):2-3, 5-6, 8|Jn 12:44-50 prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Pf. of Martyrs I-II/ Com.Pf. I-VI OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 22-Jan.) g 54 JANUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MAY 2017 87

21 Sat St. Agnes, Virgin & Martyr D2 V2 R mem r h) in the solemn administration of Baptism, emphasis could be placed on the Heb 9:2-3, 11-14|Ps 46 (47):2-3, 6-9|Mk 3:20-21 singing of the Magnificat at the conclusion of the rite, and the suggestion prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; found there of presenting the child at the altar of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/ Virgins/ Com.Pf. I-VI (Rite of Baptism 51). OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Ord. Time (see 22-Jan.) g i) in the celebration of First Holy Communion and Confirmation, attention 22 Sun 3rd SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g should be given to Marian piety in preparation for these sacraments. Is 8:23- 9:3|Ps 26 (27):1, 4, 13-14| Instruction/devotion could also highlight the Marian parallels of these

1 Cor 1:10-13, 17|Mt 4:12-23 or 12-17 sacraments (e.g. baptismal regeneration and the Immaculate Conception, the prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; Mary-Church parallel in birth of Christ and rebirth of Christians, the

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] presence of the Blessed Virgin at Pentecost, etc.). (GMY 23-28). Thus, for 23 Mon Monday in the 3rd Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g example, devotions relating to the titles of the Virgin Mary as faithful disciple Heb 9:15, 24-28|Ps 97 (98):1-6|Mk 3:22-30 of the Lord, woman of the New Evangelization, the Immaculate Conception, [OT Sun 3]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) and Mother of the Church are encouraged as is the entrustment of

Sugg: see Note (c) for Week of Prayer . candidates to the Virgin Mary in order to imitate her perfect discipleship. 24 Tue St. Francis De Sales, D2 V2 R mem w ______Bishop & Doctor of the Church PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Christians in Africa. That Christians in Africa, in Heb 10:1-10|Ps 39 (40): 2, 4, 7-8, 10, 11| imitation of the Merciful Jesus, may give prophetic witness to reconciliation,

Mk 3:31-35 justice, and peace. prop Col/PO/PC; ant. from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI 1 Mon Monday in the 3rd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Salesian: ST. FRANCIS DE SALES fst w Acts 6:8-15|Ps 118 (119):23-24, 26-27|Jn 6:22-29 Titular and Patron prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V 25 Wed The Conversion of St. D1 V1 R fst w or St. Joseph the Worker op.m w Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22| prop Mass; prop Pf. Ps 116(117):1-2|Mk 16:15-18 2 Tue St. Athanasius, D2 V2 R mem w prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I Bishop & Doctor of the Church opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n. 17] Acts 7:51- 8:1a|Ps 30 (31) : 3-4, 6-8, 17, 21|Jn 6:30-35 NOTE: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity concludes today. prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Easter I-V 26 Thu Ss. Timothy & Titus, Bishops D2 V2 R mem w 3 Wed SS. PHILIP & JAMES, APOSTLES D1 V1 R fst r 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Tit 1:1-5 (prop)| 1 Cor 15:1-8|Ps 18(19):2-5|Jn 14:6-14 Ps 23 (24):1-6| Mk 4:21-25 (wkdy) prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles II;

or: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Tit 1:1-5| Ps 95 (96):1-3, 7-8, 10| opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n.17] Luke 10:1-9 (readings from Proper of Saints) 4 Thu Thursday in the 3rd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Acts 8:26-40|Ps 65 (66): 8-9, 16-17, 20| rd 27 Fri Friday in the 3 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Jn 6:44-51 Heb 10:32-39|Ps 36 (37):3-6, 23-24, 39-40| prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V Mk 4:26-34 Capuchin: Bl. Thomas of Olera, Religious op. m. w [OT Sun 3]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 86 MAY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A JANUARY 2017 55

MAY 2017 or St. Angela Merici, Virgin op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Virgins/ Saints I-II/ Com.Pf. I-VI The month of May is popularly devoted to the veneration of the Blessed Virgin OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 29-Jan.) g Mary. The Directory of Popular Piety encourages the harmonization of this month St. , D2 V2 R wkdy w with the theme of the Liturgical Year. Marian devotion during this month could 28 Sat emphasize: Priest & Doctor of the Church i. our Lady's participation in the Paschal mystery (cf. John 19, 25-27) Heb 11:1-2, 8-19|Lk 1:69-75|Mk 4:35-41 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; ii. her participation in the Pentecost event (cf. Acts 1, 14) and the beginning of the Church, Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI iii. the earthly role played by Our Lady in the celebration of the Sacraments of OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 29-Jan.) g Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist, given that the 50 days of Easter 29 Sun 4th SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Time are also a time for the celebration of the sacraments of Christian Zep 2:3; 3:12-13|Ps 145:7-10|

initiation and of the mystagogy. 1 Cor 1:26-31|Mt 5:1-12a prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

Devotions undertaken in this season could, for example, include the following: opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] a) an image of the Blessed Virgin, appropriately decorated, may be placed for 30 Mon Monday in the 4th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy w public veneration in the church. However, the decoration should not be such 13th Anniversary of the Episcopal Ordination /g as to detract from the honor due to the Blessed Sacrament, when it is of Bishop Paul Hinder exposed during this season. It should also harmonize with the existing Heb 11:32-40|Ps 30 (31): 20-24|Mk 5:1-20 prominent liturgical symbols of the season (e.g. Paschal candle). Or the following from the Com. of Pastors, Lectionary Vol II b) where it is the custom, the statue may be crowned. The rite given in the Is 61:1-3|Ps 88(89):2-5, 21-22, 25,27|Jn 10:11-16 Supplement may be used. VN3: For a Bishop; Com.Pf. I-VI (Sugg: IV) c) in the blessing of homes, an image of the Blessed Virgin may also be Capuchin: St. Hyacinth Marescotti, Virgin mem w appropriately blessed, and families placed under her protection (GMY 45) Salesian: Bl. Bronislaus Markewicz op. m w d) in the recitation of the rosary, according to circumstances, more emphasis Salesian: (tmrw) ST. JOHN BOSCO sol w could be laid on the Glorious Mysteries. In the churches in which there is a NOTE: [1] In individual celebrations of the Eucharist without strong Capuchin presence, the occasional praying of the Franciscan Crown the people, the weekday Mass or another Mass ad libitum may be rosary could also be encouraged. chosen by the priest, but the Mass for the Bishop is recommended. e) at Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, hymns and [2] Partial indulgence for the faithful who pray the prayer of the antiphons linking the Eucharist and the Blessed Virgin (e.g. Ave Verum Corpus missal for the bishop (EI 25.2) – Hail true Body) are encouraged. The priest may also use those Collects given 31 Tue St. John Bosco, Priest D2 V2 R mem w in Eucharistic Worship outside Mass that employ the same theme. Heb 12:1-4|Ps 21:26-28, 30-32|Mk 5:21-43 f) solemn Marian devotions may conclude with Eucharistic Benediction which prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

is regarded as “a legitimate expression of Marian devotion and an orientation Pf. of Pastors/Saints I-II/ Com.Pf. I-VI of the faithful towards worship of Christ the Redeemer” (GMY 29) Salesian: ST. JOHN BOSCO, Priest sol w g) the singing of Marian hymns during the season that link to or highlight the Resurrection are also encouraged. 56 FEBRUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 85

FEBRUARY 2017 24 Mon Monday in the 2nd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Acts 4:23-31|Ps 2:1-9|Jn 3:1-8 PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Comfort for the Afflicted. That all those who are prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V afflicted, especially the poor, refugees, and marginalized, may find welcome and or St. , Priest & Martyr op.m r comfort in our communities. prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V 1 Wed Wednesday in the 4th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Capuchin: ST. FIDELIS OF SIGMARINGEN fst r Heb 12:4-7, 11-15|Ps 102:1-2, 13-14, 17-18| 25 Tue ST. MARK, EVANGELIST fst r

Mk 6:1-6. 1 Pt 5:5b-14|Ps 88 (89):2-3, 6-7, 16-17|Mk 16:15-20 [OT Sun 4]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles II;

Salesian: Comm. of deceased confreres mem bl/v opt. Sol. Bl of Apostles [n. 17] 2 Thu THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD D1 V1 R fst w 26 Wed Wednesday in the 2nd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w Mal 3:1-4 or Heb 2:14-18|Ps 23 (24): 7-10| Acts 5:17-26|Ps 33(34):2-9|Jn 3:16-21

Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22-32 prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V prop Mass; Gl; prop Pf. 27 Thu Thursday in the 2nd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w NOTE: [1] Mass is preceded by the Blessing of Candles and Acts 5:27-33|Ps 33(34):2, 9, 17-20|Jn 3:31-36 either by a Procession or Solemn Entrance. A simplified version prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V in accordance with the rubrics, for use where time does not permit 28 Fri Friday in the 2nd week of Easter D2 V2 R wkdy w more elaboration, can be found in the Supplement. Acts 5:34-42|Ps 26 (27):1, 4, 13-14|Jn 6:1-15 [2] Blessing of candles should not take place at the altar itself but prop Mass; Pf. of Easter I-V at some other suitable place at least a little way from the altar (e.g. or St. , Priest & Martyr op.m r the door of the church, the middle, a side altar or chapel, etc.). prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

[3] Due to the procession/solemn entrance, the penitential rite is Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Easter I-V omitted. After the kissing (and incensing) of the altar, the Mass or St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest op.m w continues with the Glory to God. The priest may wear a white prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

cope for the first part, particularly if the rite is carried out with Pf. of Pastors/Easter I-V some solemnity. He changes to a chasuble after incensing. OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Easter (see 30-Apr.) w [4] Today is the World Day of Consecrated Life, instituted 29 Sat St. D2 V2 R mem. w by Pope St. John Paul II in 1997. The faithful are encouraged to Virgin & Doctor of the Church pray for all men and women in consecrated life to reflect the light of Acts 6:1-7|Ps 32(33):1-2, 4-5, 18-19|Jn 6:16-21 Jesus Christ to all peoples, and for an increase in such vocations. prop Mass; Pf. of Virgins/Easter I-V This celebration may also be observed on the following Sunday, OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Easter (see 30-Apr.) w and suitable intentions included in the Prayers of the Faithful. 30 Sun 3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER w [5] If the blessing of St. Blaise will be administered tomorrow, the Acts 2:14, 22-33|Ps 15 (16):1-2, 5, 7-11|

candles to be used are blessed today. 1 Pt 1:17-21|Lk 24:13-35 [6] Outside of Mass, blessing of expectant mothers (BB 253- prop Mass; Gl; Cr.; Pf. of Easter I-V;

255; Short Formulary n. 256) may be appropriately given today opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Time [n.6] (DPP 121). 84 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A FEBRUARY 2017 57 overshadow the importance of the Paschal Triduum and the Easter Octave. The 3 Fri Friday in the 4th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g novena may be prayed privately by individuals. Heb 13:1-8|Ps 26(27):1, 3, 5, 8-9|Mk 6:14-29 [OT Sun 4]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) In establishing the feast, the following indulgences were also granted: or St. Blaise, Bishop & Martyr op.m r prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

A. A partial indulgence, granted to the faithful who, at least with a contrite heart, Pf. of Pastors/Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI pray to the merciful Lord Jesus a legitimately approved invocation. or St. Ansgar, Bishop op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy;

B. a plenary indulgence, under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI Eucharistic communion and prayer for the intentions of Pope), to the OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 5-Feb.) g faithful who are in a spirit completely detached from the affection for a sin, NOTE: Even if the Sunday Mass is celebrated, throats may be even a venial sin and who: blessed in honor of St. Blaise (BB 1630-1634). If given during the Mass, the blessing replaces the final blessing. Individual i. in any church or chapel, take part in the prayers and devotions held in blessings, using crossed candles blessed on the Feast of the honour of Divine Mercy, or, in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament Presentation, may be given by both clerics and designated lay exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, pray the Our Father, Creed, and a ministers (lay ministers omit the sign of the cross in the Prayer of devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus (e.g. Merciful Jesus, I trust in you!). Blessing). The priest may also bless all assembled at once by extending his hands over the assembly and saying the Prayer of ii. with the intention of fulfilling as soon as possible the 3 conditions, pray Blessing, omitting the rite with the candles. Outside of Mass, the the same prayers in front of an image of the Merciful Lord Jesus, if they Shorter Rite may be used (BB 1651-1655). cannot go to church on account of sickness, violence, disasters, 4 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R w community work or another just cause. Heb 13:15-17, 20-21|Ps 22 (23)|Mk 6:30-34

VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II iii. if even the above is impossible, through spiritually uniting with those or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. carrying out the practice and resolving to carry out the 3 conditions as or Saturday in the 4th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g soon as possible, while saying a prayer to the Merciful Jesus offering up [OT Sun 4]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) the sufferings, illness and difficulties of their lives. Capuchin: St. , Priest mem w

Indian: St. John de Britto, Martyr mem r According to the decree of the Apostolic Penitentiary (26.09.2006), it the OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 5-Feb.) g responsibility of priests exercising pastoral ministry (especially parish priests) to: th 5 Sun 5 SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Is 58:7-10|Ps 111(112):4-9| a) inform the faithful of the indulgences and the conditions for obtaining them. 1 Cor 2:1-5|Mt 5:13-16. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; b) be available to hear confessions. c) lead the recitation of indulgenced prayers on the feast after Mass, opt. Sol. Bl. of Ord. Time [nn. 9-14] Vespers or during special devotions in honor of the Divine Mercy. d) encourage people to practice works of charity and mercy, giving of themselves and their goods. 58 FEBRUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 83

6 Mon Ss. Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs D2 V2 R mem r prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; Gn 1:1-19|Ps 103 (104): 1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 24, 35| opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with

Mk 6:53-56 alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; all EP: comm. of newly baptized.

Pf. of Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI 21 Fri FRIDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE D1 sol w Capuchin: Ss. Peter Baptist, Priest, & Companions, Martyrs mem r Acts 4:1-12|Ps 117(118):1-2, 4, 22-27|

Indian: Ss. Gonsalo Garcia, Martyr mem r opt Sequence|Jn 21:1-14 7 Tue Tuesday in the 5th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; Gn 1:20-2:4a|Ps 8:4-9|Mk 7:1-13 opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with

[OT Sun 5]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; Capuchin: St. Colette of Corbie, Virgin mem w all EP: comm. of newly baptized. Salesian: Bl. Pius IX, Pope op. m w OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Easter (see 23-Apr and its Note) th D3 V3 R 8 Wed Wednesday in the 5 Week of Ord. Time wkdy g 22 Sat SATURDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE D1 sol w Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17|Ps 103 (104): 1-2, 27-30| Acts 4:13-21|Ps 117:1, 14-21|opt Sequence|Mk 16:9-15 Mk 7:14-23 [OT Sun 5]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with or St. Jerome Emiliani op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord;

Pf. of Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI all EP: comm. of newly baptized. or St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin op.m w OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Easter (see 23-Apr and its Note) prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; 2nd SUNDAY OF EASTER 23 Sun sol w Pf. of Virgins/Com.Pf. I-VI or OF DIVINE MERCY Acts 2:42-47|Ps 117 (118):2-4, 13-15, 22-24| Comboni: St. Joseph Bakhita, Virgin mem w 9 Thu Thursday in the 5th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g opt Sequence|1 Pt 1:3-9|Jn 20:19-31 Gn 2:18-25|Ps 127 (128):1-5|Mk 7:24-30 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Easter I; opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with [OT Sun 5]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Lebanese: St. Maroun mem w alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; Capuchin: Bl. Leopold of Alpandeire, Religious op. m w all EP: comm. of newly baptized. Salesian: Bl. Eusebia Palomina Yenes, Virgin op. m w 10 Fri St. Scholastica, Virgin D2 V2 R mem w NOTES ON CELEBRATION OF THE DIVINE MERCY Gn 3:1-8|Ps 31 (32): 1-2, 5-7|Mk 7:31-37 prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; Pope St. John Paul II established the Second Sunday of Easter as dedicated to

Pf. of Virgins/Saints I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI the Divine Mercy of God in 2002. A picture of the Divine Mercy may be OBLIG. 6th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 12-Feb.) g exposed for public veneration by the faithful. 11 Sat Our Lady of Lourdes D3 V3 R op.m w Gn 3:9-24|Ps 89 (90):2-6, 12-13|Mk 8:1-10 It is not the practice in the churches of the Vicariate to pray the novena in prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; preparation for the feast of the Divine Mercy publicly, in order not to

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NOTE FOR THE ENTIRE OCTAVE OF EASTER: or Saturday in the 5th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g [OT Sun 5]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) a) If there were baptisms in a parish at the Easter Vigil, then throughout the OBLIG. 6th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 12-Feb.) g Easter Octave, in all Masses of the day, a commemoration of the newly NOTE: Today is the World Day of Prayer for the Sick, baptized must be made in each Eucharistic Prayer according to the formulary instituted by Pope St. John Paul II as a special time of prayer, given in the Ritual Mass For the Conferral of Baptism, even if the newly baptized sharing and offering of one’s suffering, with its salvific dimension are not present (PS 102). N.B. Other Christians received into full Where appropriate, the Blessing of the Sick (BB 380-398 or communion at the Easter Vigil are not commemorated. 403-405; 406 for the Short Formulary) may be celebrated. b) The Sequence Victimae Paschali Laudes (Christians, to the Paschal Victim) found Visits to the sick should be encouraged as part of Christian under Easter Day may be sung (preferable) or said throughout the Octave, spirituality, and associations including this practice fostered. while all sit. It is followed by the Alleluia. 12 Sun 6th SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g Sir 15:15-20|Ps 118 (119):1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34|

17 Mon MONDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE D1 sol w 1 Cor 2:6-10|Mt 5:17-37 or 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37 Acts 2:14, 22-33|Ps 15(16):1-2, 5, 7-11| prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII;

opt Sequence|Mt 28:8-15 opt. Sol. Bl. of Ord. Time [nn. 9-14] prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; 13 Mon Monday in the 6th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with Gn 4:1-15, 25|Ps 49 (50):1, 8, 16-17, 20-21|

alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; Mk 8:11-13 all EP: comm. of newly baptized. [OT Sun 6]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 18 Tue TUESDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE D1 sol w 14 Tue Ss. Cyril, Monk, & Methodius, Bishop D2 V2 R mem w Acts 2:36-41|Ps 32 (33):4-5, 18-20, 22| Gn 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10|Ps 28 (29):1-4, 9-10|

opt Sequence|Jn 20:11-18 Mk 8:14-21 prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; prop Mass; Pf. of Pastors/Com.Pf. I-VI opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with 15 Wed Wednesday in the 6th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 8:6-13, 20-22|Ps 115(116):12-15, 18-19| alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; all EP: comm. of newly baptized. Mk 8:22-26 19 Wed WEDNESDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE D1 sol w [OT Sun 6]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Acts 3:1-10|Ps 104 (105): 1-4, 6-9| 16 Thu Thursday in the 6th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Gn 9:1-13|Ps 101 (102):16-21, 29, 22-23| opt Sequence|Lk 24:13-35 prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. of Easter I; Mk 8:27-33 opt. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil, Dismissal with [OT Sun 6]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30)

alleluias; EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord; 17 Fri Friday in the 6th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g all EP: comm. of newly baptized. Gn 11:1-9|Ps 32 (33): 10-15|Mk 8:34-9:1 20 Thu THURSDAY IN THE EASTER OCTAVE sol w [OT Sun 6]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Acts 3:11-26|Ps 8:2, 5-9| or 7 Holy Founders of the Servite Order op.m w prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; opt Sequence|Lk 24:35-48 Pf. of Saints I-II/ Com.Pf. I-VI OBLIG. 7th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 19-Feb.) g 60 FEBRUARY 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 81

18 Sat Sat. Mem. of B.V. Mary D3 V3 R op.m w THE SEASON OF EASTER Heb 11:1-7|Ps 144(145):2-5, 10-11|Mk 9:2-13 VotMs. B.V. Mary; Pf. B.V. Mary I-II

or from Marian Sacramentary; prop Pf. All the 50 days of the Easter Season, beginning with Easter Sunday and or Saturday in the 6th Week of Ord. Time wkdy g concluding with Pentecost Sunday are celebrated as one feast day, the “great [OT Sun 6]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) Sunday”. During the Easter Season, the following liturgical practices may be Indian: St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Priest op. m w observed:

OBLIG. 7th Sunday of Ord. Time (see 19-Feb.) g 19 Sun 7th SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g • The Angelus (The angel of the Lord) is replaced by the Regina caeli, laetare Lv 19:1-2, 17-18|Ps 102 (103):1-4, 8, 10, 12-13| (Queen of heaven, rejoice). On special occasions, the solemn form with a

1 Cor 3:16-23|Mt 5:38-48 Gospel reading (DPP 196) may be used. prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; • On weekdays, the Responsorial Psalm followed by the Alleluia may be

opt. Sol. Bl. of Ord. Time [nn. 9-14] replaced by the Alleluia Psalm (IGMR 62), where Alleluia forms the refrain 20 Mon Monday in the 7th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g between the psalm verses. Sir 1:1-10|Ps 92 (93):1-2, 5|Mk 9:14-29 • In Ritual and Votive Masses celebrated during the Easter Season, the alleluia [OT Sun 7]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) is added to the Entrance and Communion antiphons, as appropriate. 21 Tue Tuesday in the 7th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g • It is encouraged that the blessing and sprinkling of water replace the Sir 2:1-11|Ps 36 (37):3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40| Penitential Act at Masses on Sundays and festive occasions during the Easter

Mk 9:30-37 Season. In such a case, the Kyrie (Lord, have mercy) is omitted, and the Mass [OT Sun 7]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) continues after the sprinkling with the Gloria (Glory to God) or St. Peter Damien, Bishop & Doctor of the Church op.m w • The Paschal Candle is kept by the ambo or the altar until Pentecost Day. At prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; all solemn liturgical celebrations during the season (e.g. Masses during the

Pf. of Pastors/ Com.Pf. I-VI Easter Octave, Sundays, Solemnities and even Feasts), it should be lit. 22 Wed CHAIR OF ST. PETER THE APOSTLE D1 V1 R fst w • The blessing of homes is appropriately done by priests and deacons after the 1 Pt 5:1-4|Ps 22(23)|Mt 16:13-19 Solemnity of Easter (BB 1601-1621). It is appropriate that the blessed prop Mass; Gl; Pf. of Apostles I; baptismal water of Easter be used. It is also possible that several families may

opt. Sol. Bl. of Apostles [n.17] be gathered together for such a blessing. Pastoral visitation of families during NOTE: Plenary indulgence for visiting the cathedral church today this period is encouraged.

and there praying the Our Father and Creed (EI 33.1.3c) • Wherever possible, the celebration of First Communions on one of the 23 Thu St. , Bishop & Martyr D3 V3 R mem r Sundays of Easter, to highlight the baptismal and paschal character of the Sir 5:1-8|Ps 1:1-4, 6|Mk 9:41-50 sacrament, is encouraged (PS 103). Similarly, the celebration of infant prop Col; rest from Com/wkdy; baptisms is also encouraged during the Easter Season, especially on Sundays. Pf. of Pastors/ Martyrs I-II/Com.Pf. I-VI • Mystagogic Catechesis may take place for the newly baptized. When possible, 24 Fri Friday in the 7th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g at least at a designated Mass, the newly baptized may be seated in a special Sir 6:5-17|Ps 118 (119):12, 16, 18, 27, 34-35| place throughout the Easter Season (PS 103), along with their godparents. At Mk 10:1-12 least on Sundays of the Easter Season, the General Intercessions should [OT Sun 7]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) include a petition for all the newly baptized, as local circumstances allow. 80 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A FEBRUARY 2017 61

Mushrif: after Evening Prayer (4 p.m.) sol w 16 Sun EASTER SUNDAY sol w . DEDICATION OF THE CATHEDRAL (see 25-Feb) Evening Masses (incl. obligation) may be of the Solemnity if desired OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD th g Acts 10:34a, 37-43 OBLIG 8 Sunday of Ord. Time (see 26-Feb. and its Notes) Ps 117:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 25 Sat DEDICATION OF THE D1 V1 R fst w Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8 CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOSEPH Is 56:1, 6-7 or Eph 2:19-22 obl. Sequence: Victimae Paschali (Christians to the Paschal Victim) Ps 83(84):3-5, 10-11|Jn 4:19-24 Jn 20:1-9 or Mt 28:1-10 all incl. Pf. & Sol. Bl. from the Com. of the or (afternoon/evening Mass:) Lk 24:13-35. Dedication of a Church II: Outside the Church that prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Easter I; was Dedicated; Gl. (EP1: prop In communion, Therefore Lord); Mushrif: DEDICATION OF THE CATHEDRAL D1 sol w Readings as above. Sol. Bl. of Easter Vigil (text under Easter Vigil), Dismissal with alleluias 3 readings and psalm are used at all Masses. all incl. Pf. & Sol. Bl. from the Com. of the Dedication of a Church I: In the Church that was NOTES: Dedicated; Gl.; Cr. OBLIG. As above. The Cr is added. All 3 readings with psalm are used. w • On this Sunday, and all the Sundays and solemnities of Eastertide, it is Salesian: SS. LOUIS VERSIGLIA fst w

appropriate that when possible, the blessing and sprinkling of water replace & CALLISTUS CARAVARIO the Penitential Act. In such a case, the Kyrie (Lord, have mercy) is omitted, and NOTE: Plenary indulgence for the faithful who visit St. Joseph’s the Mass continues with the Glory to God. cathedral church today and there pray the Our Father and • The Sequence Victimae Paschali Laudes (Christians, to the Paschal Victim) is Creed (EI 33.1.6) obligatory on this day. All sit and listen as it is sung (preferable) by a cantor 26 Sun 8TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME D1 V1 R g or read by a lector. It is followed by the Alleluia. Is 49:14-15|Ps 61 (62):2-3, 6-9|

• Easter food may be blessed after the Mass (cf. Easter Vigil Notes [j]) 1 Cor 4:1-5|Mt 6:24-34 prop Mass; Gl; Cr; Pf. of Sunday I-VIII; • If customary or desired, a salutation of the B.V. Mary may take place according to popular devotion; a suitable rite is given in the Supplement. opt. Sol. Bl. of Ordinary Time [nn. 9-14] NOTE: A brief announcement of the guidelines and days for the • the celebration of Baptismal Vespers to conclude the Sacred Triduum, Lenten fast and abstinence is recommended for this weekend. especially with the participation of the newly baptized is encouraged. A th wkdy g suitable rite is outlined in the Supplement. 27 Mon Monday in the 8 Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R Sir 17:24-29|Ps 31 (32):1-2, 5-7|Mk 10:17-27 Due to variant numbering, in some lectionaries: Sir 17:20-24 [OT Sun 8]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 28 Tue Tuesday in the 8th Week of Ord. Time D3 V3 R wkdy g Sir 35:1-12|Ps 49 (50):5-8, 14, 23|Mk 10:28-31 [OT Sun 8]; Com.Pf. I-VI or any Ms (p.30) 62 MARCH 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 79

THE SEASON OF LENT NOTES ON THE RITE:

NOTES: a) No individual celebrations of Mass are allowed on Holy Saturday. Mass cannot be celebrated without the Vigil, which is an integral part of the Mass. Lent prepares catechumens and faithful to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. b) The Easter Vigil should be begun after nightfall. Catechumens are prepared for the celebration of the sacraments of Christian c) Before the Easter Vigil begins, the veiled images of the saints are uncovered. initiation. The faithful, ever more attentive to the Word of God and prayer, d) Bells are rung at the Glory to God. prepare themselves by penance for the renewal of their baptismal promises. It is e) In the absence of a Deacon, the Exsultet may be sung by a concelebrant or a time of purification and enlightenment, when the faithful adopt the virtue and the principal celebrant. If is sung by a lay cantor out of necessity, he/she practice of penance that form a necessary part of the preparation for Easter. does not receive a blessing, and omits the words Therefore, dearest friends upto From the inner conversion of heart come practices of penance that witness to the the end of the invitation, and the greeting The Lord be with you (those words evangelical spirit of penance and also be to the advantage of others. only), continuing with Lift up your hearts. f) Each reading at the Vigil may be followed either by a psalm or a period of Homilies and catechesis: silence, before the Priest prays the Collect. g) A brief homily must be given and cannot be omitted. Catechesis in homilies should explain the Paschal Mystery and the sacraments, h) The priest who the priest who by virtue of his office or by mandate of the particularly the passages of the Gospel which illustrate the diverse aspects of diocesan Bishop baptises an adult or admits a baptised adult into full Baptism and of the other sacraments, and of the mercy of God. It is important to communion with the Catholic Church, also has the faculty by law to confirm impress on the minds of the faithful both the social consequences of sin and that that person (C.I.C. 883.2). aspect of the virtue of penance, which involves the detestation of sin as an i) The baptismal and holy water fonts should be filled with the newly blessed offense against God (PS 12, 14). baptismal water, which may also be used to bless homes during the Easter Sacraments and devotions: Season. Newly blessed water should also be provided so that the faithful who wish to do so may take some to their homes. Priests are encouraged to offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation frequently in the weeks of Lent, and exhort the faithful to avail of the sacrament and avoid last OTHER NOTES: minute overcrowding just before Easter. The Lenten season is also an appropriate time for certain celebrations including: j) The faithful who renew their baptismal promises in the Vigil of Easter obtain • communal penitential celebrations (samples may be found in the Rite of a plenary indulgence (EI 28.1) Penance), which may be concluded by individual confession and absolution k) To mark the end of fasting, food may be blessed either before or after the (PS 10). Misericordia et Misera encourages increased hours for confessions and Easter Vigil, or on Easter morning for consumption at the first meal of initiatives (e.g. 24 Hours for the Lord) around the 4th Sunday of Lent. Easter. Bread, eggs, lamb and other foods associated with the Resurrection • Way of the Cross (Via Crucis) – either the traditional 14 stations, or stations are customarily blessed. (BB 1707-1719). The Shorter Rite (BB 1720-1723) is used publicly by the Roman Pontiff – or the Way of the Sorrowful Mother appropriately used for blessings that take place after Mass, whether of the (Via Matris) (PS 20). Vigil or of the Day. l) It is also customary that the head of the household, or some other member, • other devotions harmonizing with the themes of the Lenten Season for bless the meal using water blessed at the Easter Vigil. (DPP 150). renewal of baptism, conversion, repentance, mercy, and the Passion of Christ (see DPP 127ff. for suggestions). 78 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MARCH 2017 63 e) Holy Saturday morning is also the usual time for the Preparation Rites of • the praying of the Litany of Saints, an ancient tradition of the Roman those to be baptized (cf. RCIA 185ff.). They are to be advised to spend in Church. This may take place in a solemn procession on the Sundays of Lent, the day in prayer, reflection and if possible, fasting (RCIA 185.1). especially the First Sunday. One way to preserve this tradition within the circumstances of the churches of the Vicariate may be to replace all other 15 Sat VIGIL OF EASTER sol w litanies recited publicly during this time (e.g. the Litany of the Blessed Virgin, After Nightfall prayed in many churches after the holy rosary), with the Litany of the Saints, Vigil: if this replacement would not unduly disturb the faithful. (1) Gn 1:1- 2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a|Ps 103(104):1-2, 5-6, 12- 14, 24, 35 or Ps 32(33):4-7, 12-13, 20, 22 The celebration of marriages in the Latin Church is not forbidden during the (2) Gn 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18| Ps 15(16):5, Lenten Season. Couples planning to marry during Lent should be advised 8-11 however, to take the somber nature of the season into account and moderate (3) Ex 14:15- 15:1 (obl.)|Ex 15 :1-6, 17-18 festive elements (OCM 32). No weddings may be celebrated on the first two days (4) Is 54:5-14|Ps 29(30):2, 4-6, 11-13 of the Triduum (Good Friday and Holy Saturday). (5) Is 55:1-11|Is 2:2-6 (6) Bar 3:9-15, 32 - 4:4|Ps 18(19):8-11 Pious practices during Lent: (7) Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28|Ps 41:3,5; 42:3, 4 The faithful should be encouraged to: Mass: Rom 6:3-11|Ps 117(188):1-2, 16-17, 22-23| • attend weekday Mass; or, where not possible, to read the day’s reading, with Mt 28:1-10 (obl.) the family or in private. • adopt suitable penitential practices, including fasting, abstinence, prayer and RM 21: Where more serious pastoral circumstances demand it, the charity on all the weekdays of Lent. number of readings from the Old Testament may be reduced, • always bearing in mind that the reading of the Word of God is a frequent the sacrament of reconciliation (PS 13-15). fundamental part of this Easter Vigil. At least 3 readings should be • receive Holy Communion after due preparation. In the Vicariate of Southern read from the Old Testament, both from the Law and from the Arabia, the obligation to receive Communion once a year can be fulfilled Prophets, and their respective Responsorial Psalms should be sung. from the First Sunday of Lent until Trinity Sunday (Sunday after Pentecost). The reading of Exodus 14 with its canticle be never be omitted. Many practices of self-denial, almsgiving and charity are indulgenced under the Liturgy of the Vigil; prop Mass; Gl; no Cr; Pf. general grants. However, certain Lenten practices are specially indulgenced: of Easter I; [EP1: prop In communion and Therefore Lord we pray]; prop Sol.Bl. (text in situ), • On every Friday in Lent, the faithful who say the prayer Behold, O good and Dismissal with alleluias. loving Jesus, before an image of Christ crucified, after Communion, receive a If baptisms occur: plenary indulgence. (EI 8.1.2). (a) commemoration of the newly baptized • A plenary indulgence is granted to all those who participate in the Stations within the Eucharistic Prayer (found under the (Way) of the Cross, or, if legitimately impeded, spend at least 15 minutes in Ritual Mass For the Conferral of Baptism). (b) In EP1, a commemoration of the god- reading and meditating on the Passion and Death of Christ (EI 13). parents in the Memento of the living, as given in • A plenary indulgence is granted to those who hear some of the sermons of a the rubrics for the same Ritual Mass. parish mission and are present for its solemn conclusion (EI 16.1). 64 MARCH 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 77

Norms for Eucharistic Celebrations in Lent assemblies, he may stand at several different points with the Cross elevated, enabling all who can see to adore. If there is a procession through the • The altar is not decorated with flowers, and musical instruments are played only if assembly from one point to another, all venerate the Cross with a necessary to support the singing. Solemnities, Feasts and the Fourth Sunday of Lent genuflection or bow as it passes. (Laetare Sunday) are excepted. Sung texts, even outside Eucharistic celebrations, i) A strong custom in many churches of our Vicariate is the veneration of should be in harmony with the spirit of the season and liturgical texts (PS 19). multiple individual crosses by members of the faithful after the service. Although this is not necessary since all have venerated the Cross • At the option of the Priest celebrant, the Eucharistic Prayers for Reconciliation I-II simultaneously, nevertheless, in view of popular devotion, this may be may be used, whenever a penitential preface is used (e.g. Lent I-IV, but not with the continued. If so, it is done in addition to the ceremony prescribed by the proper Prefaces of Sundays of Lent in Year A). Missal, given above.

Such veneration should take place in a dignified setting with elements from • Lenten Prefaces I and II are usually meant for Sundays, if there is no proper Preface. They may also be used for weekdays, but Prefaces III-IV are more suited for the main rite if possible (e.g. the use of candles near the cross) and crosses of weekday celebrations and days of fasting. They are thus mentioned in this Ordo for a sufficient size. Any collection of money that takes place should be in a Wednesdays and Fridays. location separated from the veneration, and not immediately beside it, in order to avoid pecuniary associations with the veneration of the Cross. • The Glory to God is omitted on all days except Solemnities, Feasts and where it is j) All the faithful who venerate the Cross during the solemn liturgical action of prescribed for a particular Mass (e.g. Ritual Mass for Matrimony, Holy Thursday, the day receive a plenary indulgence (EI 13.1) etc.). k) Crucifixes are uncovered after the liturgical celebration. l) After the Celebration of the Passion, the altar is stripped. The Cross may be • Alleluia is omitted in all celebrations, even Solemnities and Feasts, from the placed with 4 candles on the altar of the church, or another suitable place so beginning of Lent until the Easter Vigil. It is replaced by a suitable acclamation. The that the faithful may pray and meditate before it (PS 71). printing of a particular acclamation before the verse in the Lectionary is for convenience only. Any of the following or similar acclamations may be used. 15 Sat HOLY SATURDAY v 1. Praise to you, O Christ, king of eternal glory! No Mass until the Vigil of Easter. 2. Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus! 3. Glory and praise to you, O Christ! NOTES: 4. Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God! a) The Paschal Fast and abstinence from meat is recommended until the • A Prayer over the People is provided for each day of Lent with the Mass formulary. beginning of the Easter Vigil. It is optional on weekdays and obligatory on Sundays. The rites to be followed in b) No sacraments are celebrated today, except for Reconciliation and Anointing imparting the Prayer over the People is as follows: of the Sick. Holy Communion is only given as Viaticum until the Vigil.

Priest: The Lord be with you. Deacon/Priest: Bow down for the blessing. c) If a funeral is celebrated on this day, it must be without solemnity and music. With hands extended over the congregation, the Priest prays the Prayer over the People, to The Funeral Mass is not permitted. which all reply Amen. d) When possible, liturgical and para-liturgical services may be celebrated in the Priest adds: And may the blessing of almighty God, the Father, and the Son, X morning, focusing on aspects proper to Holy Saturday. Such services are and the Holy Spirit, come down on you and remain with you for ever. All reply: encouraged both by Paschalis Sollemnitatis and the Directory of Popular Piety and Amen. the Liturgy as allowing for a proper commemoration and contemplation of the mystery of Holy Saturday. Some examples are provided in the Supplement. 76 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MARCH 2017 65

NOTES: MARCH 2017

a) No sacraments may be celebrated, except for Reconciliation and Anointing PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Support for Persecuted Christians. That persecuted of the Sick. Christians may be supported by the prayers and material help of the whole b) If a funeral is celebrated on this day, it must be without solemnity and music. Church. The Funeral Mass is not permitted. c) The Celebration of the Passion of the Lord takes place in the afternoon, around 3 1 Wed ASH WEDNESDAY wkdy v p.m., or another time between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m. at which a large number of Jl 2:12-18|Ps 50 (51):3-6, 12-14, 17|

people may assemble. However, in larger churches with greater numbers of 2 Cor 5:20-6:2|Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 the faithful who attend the services, the Apostolic Vicar grants permission to prop Mass; no Cr; Pf. of Lent III-IV

repeat the Celebration of the Passion, if necessary for logistical reasons, even obl. Pryr over Ppl outside of these times, as long as at least one service falls within this time. NOTE: [1] During this Mass the Penitential Rite is omitted. d) Priests may also consider other liturgical and para-liturgical services specific Instead, after the homily, ashes are blessed and distributed to Good Friday. Examples of such services are given in the Supplement. according to the rite given in the Roman Missal. N.B. for Vicariate guidelines on the novena for the feast of the Divine [2] The blessing and distribution of ashes may also take place Mercy, see note under Second Sunday of Easter. outside Mass. In this case, the rite of blessing of ashes is preceded e) In order that all may fulfil the Paschal precept (Easter duty), by special by a Liturgy of the Word, with the Entrance Antiphon, Collect, permission of the Apostolic Vicar, general absolution may be imparted the readings and psalm as at Mass. The Homily and the blessing before (not during) the liturgical action of the day to the assembled faithful, and distribution of ashes follows. The rite concludes with the in those churches where the numbers of faithful are so large that all would Universal Prayer, the Prayer over the People and Blessing, and not be able to avail of the sacrament offered in the weeks before Good the Dismissal of the Faithful. Friday. Either the longer rite or the shorter rite (see Supplement) may be used. 2 Thu Thursday after Ash Wednesday D2 V1 R wkdy v The priest who presides wears a violet stole (and cope, if desired). Dt 30:15-20|Ps 1:1-4, 6|Lk 9:22-25 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl NOTES FOR THE CELEBRATION OF THE PASSION 3 Fri Friday after Ash Wednesday D2 V1 R wkdy v Is 58:1-9a|Ps 50 (51):3-6, 18-19|Mt 9:14-15 f) Since there is no Mass, only the priest who presides and the deacons assisting prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl him are required to wear red vestments. All other priests and deacons present OBLIG. 1st Sunday of Lent (see 5-Mar. and its Notes) v at the celebration may wear choir dress (i.e. or cassock and 4 Sat Saturday after Ash Wednesday D2 V1 R wkdy v surplice) and need not enter in procession. However, red stoles are worn for Is 58:9b-14|Ps 85 (86):1-6|Lk 5:27-32 the Communion, and by those sacred ministers who read the Gospel. prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl g) No singing accompanies the entrance procession. Any words of introduction or Comm. of St. Casimir comm v or notification to the faithful should precede the entry of the ministers. prop Col; rest as above for wkdy h) Only one large Cross should be used for the Adoration of the Cross. After OBLIG. 1st Sunday of Lent (see 5-Mar. and its Notes) v Behold the wood, the clergy and a representative number of the faithful venerate NOTE: On this day in 2016, the Missionaries of Charity Sisters the Cross. The priest then takes the Cross, stands in front of the altar and Judith, Reginette, Margherite and Anselm, along with their invites the people in a few words to venerate the Cross. He then raises the helpers were massacred in Aden. Cross for a brief time so that all may adore in silence. If necessary, for larger 66 MARCH 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 75

5 Sun 1st SUNDAY OF LENT v g) Although priests remain free to select any Eucharistic Prayer from nn. I-III Gn 2:7-9; 3:1-7|Ps 50 (51):3-6, 12-14, 17| in accordance with the norms, the Roman Missal suggests Eucharistic Prayer I,

Rom 5:12-19 or 5:12, 17-19| Mt 4:1-11 with its 3 proper insertions by printing the text in full under Holy Thursday. prop Mass of Sun; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf; h) After the Prayer after Communion, the procession with the Blessed

obl. Pryr over Ppl Sacrament to the Place of Reservation takes place. The procession is Election or Enrollment of Names of Catechumens conducted with some solemnity, with 1 or 2 thurifers. According to Readings and texts as above, with rite for enrollment inserted circumstances, the clergy and at least some of the participating faithful carry

according to Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults n. 118ff. candles. In the churches of the Vicariate, it is also customary to use the NOTE: The First Sunday of Lent marks the beginning of canopy over the Blessed Sacrament. Lenten observance (cf. PS 23). The instruction Paschalis i) At a suitable time after Mass, the altars are stripped, any uncovered crucifixes Sollemnitatis and the Missal recommends that Mass on this day veiled or removed, and lights/candles extinguished in front of any images begin with the Litany of Saints. A suitable rite, drawing on the (including those before Marian grottos). If it is desired to perform this rite Ceremonial of Bishops and the Roman Missal can be found in the publicly with some solemnity, a sample rite is provided in the Supplement. Supplement for use with the principal Masses, where circumstances permit. RESERVATION AND ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT 6 Mon Monday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Lv 19:1-2, 11-18|Ps 18 (19):8-10, 15| j) The Blessed Sacrament should be reserved in a closed tabernacle - if

Mt 25:31-46 necessary, even the tabernacle of the church may be used. The Blessed prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl Sacrament should never be exposed in a monstrance. 7 Tue Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v k) The place where the tabernacle is situated should not be decorated to Is 55:10-11|Ps 33 (34):4-7, 16-19|Mt 6:7-15. resemble a tomb, and impressions that it is the site of the Lord’s burial prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl should be avoided. or Comm. of Ss. Perpetua & Felicity, Martyrs comm v l) Adoration is conducted with solemnity up to midnight. It is conducted prop Col; rest as above for wkdy without external solemnity after midnight. 8 Wed Wednesday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v m) The faithful should be encouraged to spend a suitable amount of time in Jon 3:1-10|Ps 50 (51):3-4, 12-13, 18-19| front of the Blessed Sacrament which has been solemnly reserved. Those

Lk 11:29-32 who pray the Tantum Ergo receive a plenary indulgence (EI 7.1.2) prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl n) During the period of adoration, the public reading of some part of the or Comm. of St. John of God, Religious comm v Gospel of John (chapters 13 to 17) is commended by Paschalis Sollemnitatis. prop Col; rest as above for wkdy There should also be suitable periods of silent prayer to allow for meditation 9 Thu Thursday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v and contemplation. Night Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours may also be sung before the conclusion of the period of Adoration. Est 4:17| Ps 137(138):1-3, 7-8|Mt 7:7-12 In some lectionaries, the reference is given as Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 14 Fri FRIDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD r or Comm. of St. Frances of , Religious comm v Is 52:13-53:12|Ps 30 (31): 2, 6, 12-13, 15-17, 25| prop Col; rest as above for wkdy Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9|Jn 18:1-19:42 Celebration of the Passion of the Lord All as in the Missal 74 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MARCH 2017 67

10 Fri Friday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v THE SACRED PASCHAL TRIDUUM Ez 18:21-28|Ps 129(130)|Mt 5:20-26 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 13 Thu HOLY THURSDAY w OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Lent (see 12-Mar.) v Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper. No morning Mass. 11 Sat Saturday in the 1st Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Ex 12:1-8,11-14|Ps 115 (116):12-13, 15-18| Dt 26:16-19|Ps 118 (119):1-2, 4-5, 7-8|Mt 5:43-48 1 Cor 11:23-26|Jn 13:1-15 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper; Gl; no OBLIG. 2nd Sunday of Lent (see 12-Mar.) v Alleluia; Pf of Holy Eucharist I; no final blessing. 12 Sun 2nd SUNDAY OF LENT v in EP1: prop In communion, Therefore Lord we pray, Gn 12:1-4a|Ps 32(33):4-5, 18-20, 22|

Who the day; 2 Tm 1:8b-10|Mt 17:1-9. prop Mass of Sun; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf;

NOTES obl. Pryr over Ppl NOTE: This day marks the anniversary of the religious profession of Pope Francis. A remembrance may be made in the a) The altar may be moderately decorated with flowers. b) The tabernacle should be entirely empty at the beginning of the Mass (the Prayers of the Faithful, or in another way (e.g. the intention of the door may be left open to indicate this). Sufficient hosts should be Mass). The faithful should be encouraged to pray for the Pope. Monday in the 2nd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v consecrated within the Holy Thursday Mass for the Communion of all on 13 Mon Holy Thursday and Good Friday. If, in order to account for possible 4th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis logistical difficulties, Hosts consecrated prior to Holy Thursday are still Dn 9:4b-10|Ps 78(79): 8-9, 11, 13|Lk 6:36-38 reserved, these should be reserved in a dignified private place of honor that prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl is not accessible to most of the faithful. NOTE: For the anniversary of the Papal Election, a special c) Only one Mass is celebrated in the Evening of the Lord’s Supper. However, intention for the Pope may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful, in larger churches with greater numbers of the faithful who attend the or in another way (e.g. the intention of the Mass). services, the Apostolic Vicar grants permission to repeat the services, if If a special celebration to mark the anniversary of the Papal necessary for logistical reasons. d) At the Glory to God, bells are rung. From this moment, all bells fall silent until election is held, the Votive Mass For a Pope [VN1] may be the Glory to God of the Easter Vigil. It is customary in many of our churches celebrated, in white vestments, using suitable readings (First to use the wooden clapper (crotalus) in places where bells might be used (e.g. Reading, Psalm and Gospel) from the Common of Pastors in the at Mass, when transferring the Blessed Sacrament, etc.). Lectionary. The Glory to God may be sung, if desired, but the e) The Washing of the Feet follows the homily and is performed by the Alleluia is replaced by the customary Lenten acclamation. nd celebrant of the Mass only. There is no prescribed number of people for this 14 Tue Tuesday in the 2 Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Is 1:10, 16-20|Ps 49 (50):8-9, 16-17, 21, 23| rite, but care should be taken that the rite does not overshadow other parts of the Mass. Mt 23:1-12 f) It is highly suggested that, on this day, at the Presentation of Gifts, the gifts prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl of bread and wine be presented by the faithful, along with gifts for the poor 15 Wed Wednesday in the 2nd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v (insofar as logistics allow) especially those collected during the Lenten Jer 18:18-20|Ps 30 (31):5-6, 14-16|Mt 20:17-28 season. Ubi Caritas is the prescribed chant during this time. prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 68 MARCH 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 73

16 Thu Thursday in the 2nd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v with the part of Christ reserved to the celebrant. Jer 17:5-10|Ps 1:1-4, 6|Lk 16:19-31 (iii) The custom of the congregational recitation of parts prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl belonging to the “crowd” is not foreseen by the Latin rubrics 17 Fri Friday in the 2nd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v on the reading of the Passion issued in the typical edition of Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a|Ps 104 (105):16-21| 1989 (cf. Supplement). The text is a Gospel proclamation

Mt 21:33-43, 45-46 like all others which the faithful are usually encouraged to prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl actively hear, rather than enact. Where the custom can be or Comm. of St. Patrick, Bishop comm v prudently discontinued, it is encouraged to do so. prop Col; rest as above for wkdy (iv) The Lord be with you and its response, as well as the OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Lent (see 19-Mar. and the Scrutiny) v crossing and the kissing of the book are all omitted. 18 Sat Saturday in the 2nd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v 10 Mon MONDAY OF HOLY WEEK D1 wkdy v Mi 7:14-15, 18-20|Ps 102 (103): 1-4, 9-12| Is 42:1-7|Ps 26 (27):1-3, 13-14|Jn 12:1-11

Lk 15:1-3, 11-32 prop Mass; Pf. of Passion II; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 11 Tue TUESDAY OF HOLY WEEK D1 wkdy v or Comm. of St. Cyril of , comm v Is 49:1-6|Ps 70 (71): 1-6, 15, 17|Jn 13:21-33,36-38 Bishop & Doctor of the Church prop Mass; Pf. of Passion II; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Col; rest as above for wkdy CHRISM MASS w OBLIG. 3rd Sunday of Lent (see 19-Mar. and the Scrutiny) v Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9|Ps 88(89):21-22, 25, 27|

19 Sun 3rd SUNDAY OF LENT v Rv 1:5-8|Lk 4:16-21 Ex 17:3-7|Ps 94:1-2, 6-9| prop Mass (under Thursday of Holy Week); Gl; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8|Jn 4:5-42 or Jn 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42 Renewal of Priestly Promises; no Cr; prop. Pf; prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf; obl. Pryr over Ppl opt. Sol.Bl. of the Passion [n.5] First Scrutiny of Catechumens NOTE: The Blessed Oils are taken to each parish. It is Mass For the First Scrutiny (RM 2A); no Gl; Cr; appropriate that they are received in each parish, either before the prop. Pf; prop insertions in EP (under Mass For the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, or before First Scrutiny); Pryr over Ppl [n. 1, 7] the main parish Mass on Holy Wednesday, according to the 20 Mon ST. JOSEPH, D1 sol w prescribed rite, which may be found in the Supplement. SPOUSE OF THE B.V. MARY (transferred) 12 Wed WEDNESDAY OF HOLY WEEK D1 wkdy v 2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16|Ps 88(89):2-5, 27, 29| Is 50:4-9a|Ps 68 (69):8-10, 21-22, 31, 33-34|

Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22|Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a Mt 26:14-25 prop Mass of St.; Gl; no Alleluia, Cr; prop Pf.; prop Mass; Pf. of Passion II; opt. Pryr over Ppl opt. Pryr over Ppl [n. 28] NOTE: The blessed oils from the Chrism Mass may be received Mushrif: Titular of the Church. All as above. sol w in each parish before the principal Mass if this rite will not take C.S.J.: Patron of the Congregation sol w place tomorrow, according to rite found in the Supplement. NOTE: Plenary indulgence for visiting St. Joseph’s cathedral 13 Thu THURSDAY OF HOLY WEEK (morning) today and there praying the Our Father and Creed (EI No morning Mass permitted. A communal Office of Readings and/or

33.1.3b). The indulgenced prayer to St. Joseph To you, blessed Morning Prayer may take place instead. Joseph (EI 19) is fittingly added after the public rosary. 72 APRIL 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A MARCH 2017 69

6 Thu Thursday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v 21 Tue Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Gn 17:3-9|Ps 104 (105): 4-9|Jn 8:51-59 Dn 3:25, 34-43|Ps 24 (25):4-9|Mt 18:21-35 prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 7 Fri Friday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v NOTE: This day marks the anniversary of the installation of Jer 20:10-13|Ps 17 (18):2-7|Jn 10:31-42 Bishop Paul Hinder as the Apostolic Vicar. A remembrance

prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl may be made in the Prayers of the Faithful, or in another way or St. John Baptist de la Salle, Priest comm v (e.g. the intention of the Mass). prop Col; rest as above for wkdy 22 Wed Wednesday in the 3rd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v OBLIG. Palm Sunday (see 9-Apr and its Notes) r Dt 4:1, 5-9|Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20|

8 Sat Saturday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Mt 5:17-19 Ez 37:21-28|Jer 31:10-13|Jn 11:45-56 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl 23 Thu Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent wkdy v OBLIG. Palm Sunday (see 9-Apr and its Notes) r Jer 7:23-28|Ps 94 (95):1-2, 6-9|Lk 11:14-23 9 Sun PALM SUNDAY r prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl Mt 21:1-11 [Blessing of Palms] | or Comm. of St. Turibius of Mongrovejo, Bishop comm v Is 50:4-7|Ps 21 (22):8-9, 17-20, 23-24|Phil 2:6-11| prop Col; rest as above for wkdy Mt 26:14-27:66 or 27:11-54 [Mass] Arabic: comm. St. Rafka comm v prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf; obl. Pryr over Ppl 24 Fri Friday in the 3rd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v NOTES: [1] A Procession with palms to commemorate the Hos 14:2-10|Ps 80 (81): 6, 8-11, 14, 17|

Entrance of the Lord into Jerusalem takes place before the Mk 12:28-34 principal Mass. When this is not possible, a Solemn Entrance is prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl conducted instead, with the reading of the Gospel, blessing of the OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Lent (see 26-Mar. and the Scrutiny) ro/v palms and hymns as the priest and ministers (and faithful) 25 Sat Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v proceed to the altar. This Solemn Entrance may be repeated for Hos 6:1-6 |Ps 50 (51): 3-4, 18-21|Lk 18:9-14 other Masses where large numbers of the faithful are present. At prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl other Masses, a Simple Entrance takes place: this is no different OBLIG. 4th Sunday of Lent (see 26-Mar. and the Scrutiny) ro/v from a regular Mass and palms are not blessed. 26 Sun 4th SUNDAY OF LENT (Laetare) ro/v [2]The priest may wear a cope for the procession. After the 1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a|Ps 22 (23)|

procession, the Lord have mercy is optional, and Mass Eph 5:8-14|Jn 9:1-41 or Jn 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38 continues with the Collect prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf; obl. Pryr over Ppl [3]The Passion of the Lord it may be read as usual by a single Second Scrutiny of Catechumens priest or deacon. If it is done in parts, priests are encouraged to Mass For the Second Scrutiny (RM 2B); no Gl; Cr; follow the rubrics for the reading (see Supplement) as far as prop. Pf; prop insertions in EP (under Mass For the individual parish situations allow, namely: First Scrutiny); Pryr over Ppl [n. 1, 7] (ii) the Passion should be read by 3 deacons if present at the NOTE: Following the Holy Father’s recommendation, penitential Mass If deacons are absent, they should be substituted by celebrations with individual confession and/or extended confession

priests present. If sufficient concelebrants or attending priests hours are encouraged especially around this Sunday are not present, then they may be substituted by laypersons, (Misericordia et Misera 11). 70 MARCH 2017 YEAR I/A YEAR I/A APRIL 2017 71

27 Mon ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD D1 sol w (transferred in the Vicariate) APRIL 2017 Is 7:10-14; 8:10|Ps 39(40):7-11|

Heb 10:4-10| Lk 1:26-38 PAPAL PRAYER INTENTION: Young People. That young people may respond prop Mass; Gl; no Alleluia; Cr; prop Pf.; generously to their vocations and seriously consider offering themselves to God

opt. Sol. Bl. of B.V. Mary [n. 15] in the priesthood or consecrated life. All kneel at the words and by the Holy Spirit was th incarnate…and was made man in the Creed. 1 Sat Saturday in the 4 Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Jer 11:18-20|Ps 7:2-3, 9-12|Jn 7:40-53 28 Tue Tuesday in the 4th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Ez 47:1-9, 12|Ps 45 (46):2-3, 5-6, 8-9| prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Lent (see 2-Apr. and the Scrutiny) v Jn 5:1-3, 5-16 NOTE: From the Vespers of the Fifth Sunday of Lent, all prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl crucifixes and images in the church may be veiled in purple. The th 29 Wed Wednesday in the 4 Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v crucifixes remain veiled until the conclusion of the liturgical action Is 49:8-15|Ps 144 (145):8-9, 13-14, 17-18| on Good Friday; the images remain veiled until before the Jn 5:17-30 beginning of the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl 2 Sun 5TH SUNDAY OF LENT v 30 Thu Thursday in the 4th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Ez 37:12-14|Ps 129 (130)|

Ex 32:7-14|Ps 105 (106):19-23|Jn 5:31-47 Rom 8:8-11|Jn 11:1-45 or 3-7, 17, 20-27,33b-45 prop Mass; Pf. of Lent I-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl prop Mass; no Gl; Cr; prop. Pf; obl. Pryr over Ppl NOTE: Crosses and images may be veiled in purple from Third Scrutiny of Catechumens Thursday evening instead of Saturday. Mass For the Third Scrutiny (RM 2C); no Gl; Cr; 31 Fri Friday in the 4th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v prop. Pf; prop insertions in EP (under Mass For the Wis 2:1, 12-22|Ps 33 (34):16, 18, 19-21, 23| First Scrutiny); Pryr over Ppl [n. 1, 7] Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 3 Mon Monday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v prop Mass; Pf. of Lent III-IV; opt. Pryr over Ppl Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 or 13:41c-62|

OBLIG. 5th Sunday of Lent (see 2-Apr. and the Scrutiny) v Ps 22 (23)|Jn 8:1-11 prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl 4 Tue Tuesday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Nm 21:4-9|Ps 101 (102) 2-3, 16-21|Jn 8:21-30 prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl or Comm. of St. Isidore, Bishop & Doctor comm v prop Col; rest as above for wkdy 5 Wed Wednesday in the 5th Week of Lent D2 V1 R wkdy v Dn 3:14-20, 24-25, 28|Dan 3:52-56|Jn 8:31-42 prop Mass; Pf. of Passion I; opt. Pryr over Ppl or Comm. of St. Vincent Ferrer, Priest comm v prop Col; rest as above for wkdy