Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Eucharistic celebration

Maybe the Pope is taking a leaf out of the politicians' clever tricks book. These statements on the Mass and ecclesiology have been made while he is off on his holidays.
The Latin Mass issue certainly is bound to set people thinking.
How many priests 'attend' Mass in churches around the country. As in every walk of life, it takes all sorts to fill any group or category. But, there does seem to be a poor standard of performance generally when it comes to the celebration of the Eucharist and indeed, all the sacraments.
Maybe if it moves back to Latin, the officiating ministers will be able to cover a multitude.
Instead of all these high-talking documents, wouldn't it make sense for individual bishops and religious superiors to play a significant role in trying to get priests to celebrate Mass in a more fitting, prayerful and sensible manner. And that includes the preaching on the readings.
How inspiring it would be if the Pope called for a serious renewal at parish level of the celebration of the Eucharist. A renewal that would engage a wide range of people of good-will.
I recently heard a priest telling people not to listen to experts. This was during the sermon and he was a Dominican.
Much of the preaching I hear is appalling and the manner in which the liturgy is celebrated leaves much to be desired.
This Latin Mass issue will simply be grist to the mill for groups of people who have so many other issues sitting neatly under their hats.
Is this Pope the same man who speaks in 'Salt of the Earth'?

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