Father James Martin analyzes Pope Francis’ new decree.
Liturgy
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Status quo—for now: On Latin Mass, some bishops grant temporary permission while studying Pope Francis’ decree
A number of other U.S. bishops told their priests who celebrate the Mass in the extraordinary form and their parishes that already are allowed to have the celebration of this Mass that they can continue to do so while they further study the document.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
I once fell in love with the Latin Mass—which is why I understand why Pope Francis restricted it.
The Latin Mass gave me a hunger for beauty and a reverence for the sacred. It also made me bitter and arrogant.
Posted inExplainer, Faith
Explainer: What is the history of the Latin Mass?
What exactly are we talking about when we talk about “the Latin Mass”?
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Francis restricts celebration of the pre-Vatican II Latin Mass in new decree
Pope Francis has revoked the faculty given by his predecessors that allowed any Catholic priest of the Latin Rite to celebrate the Tridentine Mass.
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Cardinal reaffirms restrictions on Latin Masses at St. Peter’s Basilica
Cardinal Mauro Gambetti today reaffirmed restrictions on the private celebration of pre-Vatican II Masses at St. Peter’s Basilica: “So that what is exceptional does not become ordinary.”
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Black spirituals meet the liturgy: Why I composed a Mass for Black Catholics
This historic and traditional music reflects the experience, thoughts, sorrows, joys and spirituality of our enslaved and free ancestors.
Posted inDispatches, Faith
Eucharistic adoration is making a comeback among young Catholics
Eucharistic adoration—a practice with roots in the medieval church—is now an integral part of ministry to young Catholics.
Posted inFaith, Last Take
Is it safe to bring my unvaccinated, unmasked 10-month-old to Mass?
The new health guidelines for attending Mass raise concerns for parents of young children during an already challenging year.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Francis appoints Archbishop Roche as new prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship, successor to Cardinal Sarah
Archbishop Roche has served Pope Francis well under two very different prefects at the congregation for divine worship.