The sign of peace is given to each other just after the Lord's Prayer is recited.
At one time, this was a kiss. Now, the congregation shakes hands and says "Peace be with you."
It was phased in immediately before the communion- in the late sixties or early seventies- not strictly speaking Vatican II.Roman Catholic AnswerNo, the Sign of Peace was always in Mass, it was extended to the people during the implementation of the "new" Mass, following Vatican Council II.
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The two-finger peace sign, also known as the peace sign or V sign, became a symbol of peace and unity during the 1960s counterculture movement. It is said to have originated from the anti-nuclear movement in the UK, and gained popularity as a symbol of peace and protest.
The sign of peace typically occurs after the Lord's Prayer and before the Communion Rite in a Catholic Mass. It involves a gesture or exchange of peace among the members of the congregation as a symbol of unity and reconciliation before receiving Communion.
The 'sign of peace' is not held at the beginning of Mass but immediately before communion. The sign may be a handshake, a hug or even a kiss if the two are family members.
He did use a hand sign that during the 'hippie/peace' came to have the meaning of 'peace'. When he famously used it, it meant 'V' for 'victory. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/V_sign
The sign of the cross is made multiple times during a Catholic mass. It is typically done at the beginning and end of the mass, before and after the Gospel reading, at the beginning and end of the Prayers of the Faithful, and during the blessing at the end of the mass.
All of our five senses are used during Celebration of the Mass. Sight: When one enters the church and sees the Crucifix and the Alter, when one observes the entry procession. Hearing: When one hears the entrance antiphon, during vocal prayers, the Readings, the homily, and the Mass. Touch: When we begin the celebration we all make the Sign of the Cross, Missals in hand, kneeling during Mass, and in the Sign of Peace. Smell: When incense is used, the smell of candles, and when one partakes of communion. Taste: When one receives communion. The Catholic Mass involves the entire body and utilizes all five of our senses giving a full body experience.
The "peace sign" was used by Winston Churchill during World War II to represent "Victory" because the upraised fingers looked like the letter V. He certainly did not use it to advertise to the world that he was a Freemason. That was no secret.
"Peace brotha" (as the hippie flashes the "peace sign"...two extended fingers forming a "V"). He's a dove.
To sign peace in American Sign Language, extend your dominant hand with palm facing inward and bring your index and middle fingers together while keeping the other fingers extended. Then place your hand on your chin and move it downward.