Story of St Laurence OToole Patron Saint of the ArchDiocese of Dublin Feastday: 14th November St Laurence OToole (Lorcán Ó Tuathail) was born in Castledermot, Co. Kildare in 1128. He became Abbot of Glendalough in 1153 and Archbishop of Dublin in 1162. He died in Eu in Normandy on the 14th of November 1180 and(…)
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An Introduction
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) – an introduction When we want to celebrate a Marriage, we use the Ritual of the Celebration of Marriage. When someone has died, we look to the rites contained in the Order of Christian Funerals. When someone approaches us seeking(…)
What the Introduction of the Ritual book tells us
What does the Introduction tell us about R.C.I.A.? This is a brief guide to what the Introductory paragraphs in the Ritual tell us about the nature of the spiritual journey that is the Rite of Christian Initiastion of Adults. Open your Ritual book on page 3 and you will find paragraphs as numbered below that(…)
When an adult seeks Baptism
RCIA Policy The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which parishes journey with adults towards Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist). Initiation is usually celebrated in the parish at the Easter Vigil. The Rite provides the steps and stages to be followed. Diocesan resources are available to assist parish teams in(…)
The Cantor’s Songs
The Cantors Songs The psalms constitute the largest and most significant body of material for which the cantor is responsible. They are integral to celebrating the eucharist, the Liturgy of the Hours and most of the churchs other rites. The psalms are essential to the structure of these rites and to our feasts and seasons.(…)
Communication for Cantors
Cantors A few thought& offered to assist those in the ministry of Cantor to communicate effectively. Through the ministry of Music the liturgical assembly can be united in the prayer and enlivened in their joyful praise of God. The Cantor is in a unique position to draw out of the congregation a participative response. In(…)
Emmanuel Programme 2008-2016
EMMANUEL 2008-2016 Programme 2016 Hope at the Crossroads – Michael Mahler Lord, Show us your mercy – Jeanne Cotter Prayer for Mercy – Let your mercy wash over us – Trevor Thomson Blessed are the Merciful – Jakub Blycharz (World Youth Day Krakow 2016) A Future with Hope – David Haas Rise Up – Liam(…)
Diocesan Advent Service 2006
ADVENT SERVICE – YEAR C Scripture, Reflections and Music Suggestions Procession of Light Warm the Time of Winter (Lori True) Eager Welcome (Opening Prayer) Open our hearts in welcome (Opening Prayer) Opening Prayer and Gesture To you, O Lord, I lift my soul, to you I lift my soul (Psalm 24) Responsorial Psalm To You, O(…)
Diocesan Advent Service 2009
Opening Words Sun sets, evening descends, light fades, day draws to a close. I light a lamp and a new glow streams across my day. Gathering Song Warm the Time of Winter (Lori True) All sing: Holy light, warm our night, warm the time of winter Holy light, warm our night, warm the time of(…)