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SOURCE: Basilica of the The National Shrine. Crypt Church (TV Mass)

March 6, 2022

Celebrant & Homilist: Rev. Msgr. Charles Pope
Choir: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Cantor & Organist, Washington, D.C.

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Questions to Consider
as We Begin Lent

Fr. Lawrence Mick

What are the sounds and visual cues of Lent?

When parishioners enter this Sunday, will they know immediately that things are different? The Ceremonial of Bishops puts the matter simply and directly: “During Lent the altar is not to be decorated with flowers, and the use of musical instruments is allowed only to support the singing. The Fourth Sunday of Lent, Laetare Sunday, solemnities, and feasts are exceptions to this rule” (# 252). Do you take these rules seriously? Is the altar unadorned? Do you use green plants that don’t flower? Does the music seem different? Are instrumental pieces put away for the season? If accompaniment is necessary, is it simpler or even minimal? The point is not to make worship a negative experience but to call our people into the seriousness of the season. A simpler environment encourages reflection, repentance, conversion and renewal. Creating and sustaining a worship environment that does this can help parishioners to enter more fully into the season.

What is the purpose of Lent?

Our official books say that Lent is both baptismal and penitential. It is designed to help those preparing for baptism (and confirmation and Eucharist) to complete their preparation by deepening their conversion. At the same time, it calls all the faithful to deepen their own conversion and recommit themselves to living out their baptismal promises.

Is Lent individual or communal?

Since Lent is observed liturgically, it clearly has a communal dimension. This is a church-wide observance seeking deeper conversion. That certainly includes examination of our personal lives and seeking to improve our efforts to live according to the Gospel. But there is clearly more to consider than individual sin and virtue. If this is our annual parish retreat, how does it change the behavior of the parish? Do we not need to focus on our communal sinfulness as well as individual failings? What kind of questions are presented to the parish to foster this broader awareness of our responsibilities as a community of the baptized?

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Write three introductions for the priest to choose from for the xxxxxx sunday of xxxxxx in year c. Each intro should have a slightly different theme than the others. All of them should in some way reflect the themes of the following readings: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. Do not explicitly mention the readings.
OPTION A: Gratitude and Commitment

OPTION A: Today’s liturgy invites us to reflect on our personal journey of faith and the gratitude we owe to God for all that He has done in our lives. As we gather here to celebrate this Eucharist, let us remember the countless ways God has blessed us and provided for us. With hearts full of gratitude, let us reaffirm our commitment to serve Him and to carry out His mission in the world.

OPTION B: Overcoming Temptation

OPTION B: As we gather here today, let us remember that our faith journey is not without its challenges. Like Jesus, we too may face temptations and struggles along the way. But let us also remember that we are never alone in our struggles. Through prayer and trust in God, we can find the strength to overcome any temptation and continue our journey towards Him.

OPTION C: Trust. Trouble. Temptation.

OPTION C: Trust. Trouble. Temptation. The Israelites remembered and trusted in God’s constant, guiding presence and gave back to God the first fruits of the land. The psalmist trusted God would be present in times of trouble. Jesus survived temptation in the desert, only by trusting in God. In whom or in what do we place our trust when we are troubled and tempted? 

OPTION C: CELEBRATION

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  • Lord Jesus, with your eyes always set on God, you accomplished all that was asked of you: Lord, have mercy.
  • Christ Jesus, forgive us for the times we are tempted and fail to trust: Christ, have mercy.
  • Lord Jesus, restore us to wholeness of faith as we journey with you to the cross: Lord, have mercy.

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FR. FELIX JUST, S.J (1:26:40)

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POPE FRANCIS | POPE BENEDICT XVI

HOMILY IDEA 1: Embracing God's Call amidst Our Imperfections

Homily Idea 1:
Deuteronomy 26:4-10 - Gratitude and Offering

This homily can focus on the importance of expressing gratitude for the blessings in our lives and the need to share our blessings with others. Discuss the significance of the first fruits offering mentioned in the passage and how it symbolizes our commitment to serve God and share our blessings with those in need. Encourage parishioners to reflect on their blessings and consider ways they can offer their time, talents, and resources to others in their community.

HOMILY IDEA 2: The Power of the Resurrection in Our Daily Lives

Homily Idea 2:
Romans 10:8-13 - Proclamation and Faith

This homily can emphasize the importance of faith and the need to boldly proclaim our belief in Jesus Christ. Explore the power of confession and the role of the Church in providing a community of faith and support. Encourage parishioners to reflect on their own faith journeys and consider how they can more confidently proclaim their belief in Christ through their words and actions.

HOMILY IDEA 3: Transforming Moments: From Fishermen to Disciples

Homily Idea 3:
Luke 4:1-13 - Overcoming Temptation

This homily can focus on the challenges and temptations we face in our daily lives and how we can overcome them through faith and prayer. Use Jesus' experience in the desert as an example of how to resist temptation and remain focused on God's will. Encourage parishioners to reflect on their own struggles and consider how they can rely on God's strength to overcome them and grow in their faith journey.

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Discover a vast collection of over 100 petitions that are thoughtfully updated each week, ensuring a strong connection to the Sunday Readings. These petitions, designed for the Prayers of the Faithful during Mass, provide a relevant and meaningful way for your parish community to unite in prayer and intercession.

CHURCH | WORLD | SPECIAL NEEDS | COMMUNITY

PrePresider We come before you, God of mercy, with our troubles and temptations, trusting you will strengthen us and hear and answer our prayers.  

Minister We come before you, God of mercy, with our troubles and temptations, trusting you will strengthen us and hear and answer our prayers, we pray:

  • For a spirit of cooperation between nations; safety for those fleeing oppression and danger; and for policies and borders that welcome the stranger, we pray:
  • For all who are incarcerated; for those imprisoned by addictions to drugs, alcohol, gambling, technology or pornography; for adequate funding in the treatment processes; and for healing for all victims, we pray:
  • For us as we begin this Lenten journey: for strength to overcome temptations that hurt our relationship with God, others and creation; for reconciliation of all broken relationships; and for a greater awareness of Jesus’ presence in our lives, we pray:
  • For greater appreciation for the “milk and honey” that flows through all creation; for a stronger desire to protect our natural resources; for a deeper awareness to see the interconnectedness of all life, we pray:
  • For first responders who assist in times of trouble; for all who are sick in mind, body and spirit; for all who have died and will die alone today, we pray:

Presider God, we call out to you. You hear our cry and see our affliction, our toil and our oppression. Let us journey this Lent seeing as you see, and trusting that with your help, we can right our relationships and our world. We ask this through Jesus your Son. Amen.

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RESOURCES

General Instruction of the Roman Missal

A Simple Guide to Liturgical Enviornment (DIocese of New Ulm PDF)

Common Questions on Liturgical Norms – by Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy at the Regina Apostolorum Pontifical Athenaeum

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Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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CATHOLIC ONLINE (3:14)- Lent is a season of repentance, prayer and fasting. The season lasts for 40 days, beginning with Ash Wednesday and ending with Easter. The season reflects the 40 days Jesus spent in prayer and fasting in the desert before starting his public ministry. Lent is also observed by many other Christian denominations.

Lent

To set up the liturgical environment for the first Sunday of Lent, consider the following suggestions to create a prayerful atmosphere:

  1. Color Scheme: Use the liturgical color for Lent, which is purple. This symbolizes penance and preparation. You can incorporate this color through altar cloths, banners, and other decorative elements.
  2. Stations of the Cross: Make sure they are visible and accessible for parishioners. Consider creating a designated area for reflection during Lent.
  3. Lenten Symbolism: Use images or statues representing the themes of Lent, such as the cross, the crown of thorns, and the number 40.
  4. Bare Altar: In keeping with the solemn nature of Lent, remove any unnecessary decorations from the altar and maintain a simple and austere look.
  5. Music: Choose hymns and musical selections that reflect the solemnity and introspection of Lent.
  6. Lenten Readings and Devotionals: Provide Lenten devotionals or prayer books for parishioners to encourage personal reflection during the season.

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Lector’s Notes

Greg Warnusz’s look at the Sunday readings,
focusing on the lector’s understanding
and proclamation

Lisa M. Bellecci

FIRST
READING

Lisa M. Bellecci

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Summarize the key points to help lectors read this passage—xxxxxxxxxxx?
FIRST READING TIPS

Key Points for Lector - Deuteronomy 26:4-10 (NAB):

  1. Begin by setting the scene: Introduce the context of offering first fruits and the declaration of the offerer, conveying a sense of gratitude.
  2. Emphasize God's faithfulness: "With a strong hand the LORD brought us out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery" (v. 8). Highlight the power of God's intervention and the importance of remembering one's history.
  3. Acknowledge divine guidance: "He brought us to this place and gave us this land, a land flowing with milk and honey" (v. 9). Draw attention to God's provision and blessing upon His people.
  4. Connect to the present: Briefly discuss the relevance of this passage to the present day, emphasizing the significance of acknowledging and offering our blessings to God in thanksgiving.
  5. Conclude with Lisa Bellecci's insight: "Calling on the name of the Lord is the start" - link the offering of first fruits in Deuteronomy to the need for acknowledging God's blessings and guidance in our lives.

SECOND READING

Lisa M. Bellecci

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Summarize the key points to help lectors read this passage—xxxxxxxxxxx?
SECOND READING TIPS

Key Points for Lector - Romans 10:8-13 (NAB):

  1. Begin with a rhetorical question (v. 8): Pause after asking, "What does Scripture say?" to engage listeners.
  2. Emphasize proximity of the Word: "The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart" (v. 8), indicating its accessibility.
  3. Stress unity: Mention there is no distinction between Jew and Greek (v. 12), implying salvation is for all.
  4. Focus on confession and belief: "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (v. 9). Emphasize "you will be saved."
  5. Highlight justification and salvation: "One believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved" (v. 10).
  6. Conclude with the reassuring promise (v. 13): "For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved," which should be delivered with a smile and a sense of hope.

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Christ in Me Arise

Trevor Thomson

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Be With Me, Lord, When I Am in Trouble

Mary Kate Westrich

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Gracious God

Jesse Manibusan

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On Eagle’s Wings

Michael Joncas

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40 Days (Matt Maher)

Timothy R. Smith

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