The Mass begins with gathering and preparation:

1. Entrance Procession & Hymn – The priest and altar servers enter as we sing together.
2. Greeting – The priest welcomes us in the name of the Trinity.
3. Penitential Act – We acknowledge our sins and ask for God’s mercy.
4. Gloria – A joyful hymn of praise to God (except during Advent and Lent).
5. Collect (Opening Prayer) – The priest prays on behalf of all, concluding the Introductory Rites.

We listen to God’s Word from Scripture:

1. First Reading – Usually from the Old Testament.
2. Responsorial Psalm – A sung or spoken reflection from the Book of Psalms.
3. Second Reading – From the New Testament (on Sundays and solemnities).
4. Gospel Acclamation – We sing “Alleluia” (except during Lent) before the Gospel.
5. Gospel Reading – A passage from the life and teaching ofJesus.
6. Homily – The priest or deacon explains the readings and applies them to our lives.
7. Profession of Faith (Creed) – We declare our faith aloud together.
8. Prayers of the Faithful – We offer prayers for the Church, world, and those in need.

We offer our gifts and share in the sacred meal:

1. Preparation of the Gifts – The altar is prepared, and bread and wine are brought forward.
2. Eucharistic Prayer – The heart of the Mass, where the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ.
   • Includes the Holy, Holy, Holy, Consecration, and Memorial Acclamation.
3. The Great Amen – A joyful response affirming the prayer.

We prepare to receive Christ in the Eucharist:

1. The Lord’s Prayer – Prayed together as one Church.
2. Sign of Peace – We offer peace to one another.
3. Lamb of God – A sung or said prayer for mercy and peace.
4. Communion – Those prepared and in a state of grace may come forward to receive the Eucharist.
5. Prayer after Communion – The priest prays that the sacrament will strengthen us.

We are blessed and sent forth:

1. Final Blessing – The priest blesses the people.
2. Dismissal – We are sent to “go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life.”
3. Recessional Hymn – We sing as the priest and altar servers exit.