NEW ROMAN MISSAL

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The Roman Missal will be implemented in the United States of America on the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011.  The ritual editions should start arriving in parishes around October 1.

Pope John Paul II announced a revised version of the Missale Romanum during the Jubilee Year 2000. Among other things, the revised edition of the Missale Romanum contains prayers for the observances of recently canonized saints, additional prefaces for the Eucharistic Prayers, additional Votive Masses and Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Occasions, and some updated and revised rubrics (instructions) for the celebration of the Mass. The English translation of the Roman Missal will also include updated translations of existing prayers, including some of the well-known responses and acclamations of the people.

The entire Church in the United States has been blessed with this opportunity to deepen its understanding of the Sacred Liturgy, and to appreciate its meaning and importance in our lives. 

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Monsignor Richard Antall's Columns

Below find a compilation of columns written by Msgr. Richard Antall, of the Diocese of Cleveland.  Monsignor Antall’s writings give us insight into the reasons for the translations, as well as a better understanding of why these translations are necessary.  Please read about the changes behind “And With Your Spirit” in the Greeting, Sign of Peace, and Concluding Rites;“Under My Roof” in the Ecce Agnus Dei; “My Most Grievous Fault” in the Penitential Act; and many more.  The Third Edition of the Roman Missal will be implemented on  the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011.