Liturgy

alleluia is not said or sung

Ave Maria is the Latin name for the prayer commonly referred to as the "Hail Mary". It is not part of the Ordinary of the Mass, however until recently, it was common practice for the prayer to be included as one of the Prayers of the Faithful during Catholic masses in England. It has since been removed because it is a prayer of Marian devotion and not part of the liturgy.

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The greatest influence on the organization doctrine and liturgy of the Russian Orthodox Church was the sobornost. The sobornost is a concept that encourages the cooperation between people and discourages individualism.

The Second Vatican Council in its Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy called for several things: first among them, it called for full, active participation:

Mother Church earnestly desires that all the faithful should be led to that fully conscious, and active participation in liturgical celebrations which is demanded by the very nature of the liturgy.

It also called for education of the laity,

and then it called for "noble simplicity" without "useless repetitions":

The rites should be distinguished by a noble simplicity; they should be short, clear, and unencumbered by useless repetitions; they should be within the people's powers of comprehension, and normally should not require much explanation.

and finally it called for Latin to be retained, although the vernacular could be used in such as the readings, to make them easier to understand. For the full document, see the link below:

Every ordained priest (and Bishop) may celebrate Mass every day of the year, save on Good Friday. The Mass is the re-presentation of Our Blessed Lord's sacrifice of Himself upon the cross for our salvation. It is the only reason that heaven is accessible to us.

Paradoxically it is for the reason opposite to what you are probably thinking.

IT is so nobody suffers from the confusion, egotism, and sloppiness of someone 'doing there own thing'. When I was in the monastery I assure you the very WORST prayers were when someone made up a prayer. They often used words no one ever uses, they were long-winded, they were even corny.

Jesus taught the Our Father as a model. It needn't be recited exactly. But it gives the backbone by showing Who is addressed, what should be desired, and with what social feeling (OUR Father) prayers should be said.

Without laws, chaos at best, boring crap at worst.

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Non-liturgical means not related to public worship.

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There have been dozens of Popes and several Councils of the Church in the past 1,700 years who have "organized" the liturgy in the Catholic Church. You would have to be a lot more specific to get a specific answer.

On Good Friday Our Lord suffered and was crucified so, in remembrance, no Masses are celebrated. Instead a communion service is held during which hosts consecrated at the Holy Thursday Mass are distributed. Prior to Vatican II it was known as the Mass of the Pre-sanctified, referring to the pre-consecrated hosts.

Not a great deal, the book, Church Music and the Council of Trent, by K.G. Fellerer indicates that Church music was dealt with under "Abuses in the Sacrifice of the Mass" in Canon 8, Sept 10, 1562, and recommended that secular expression must be avoided in the decrees of the 22nd Session. Most of the "implications for church music and musicians" were formulated in "numerous synodal decrees of regional councils subsequent to the Council of Trent." This is gone into in a little more detail in the link below, but the Council itself didn't do all that much, it was the Pope and the regional Councils in the one hundred years following.

No, blue is not an approved liturgical color, although it is sometimes used for the bands on a white vestment intended for use on feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

All priests and deacons (clergy) are obliged to recite the liturgy of the hours every day. Many religious Brothers and Sisters also.

Advent, Ordinary Time, Lent, Easter,

The liturgical calendar is shaped by the rhythms of the Christian faith, marking key events in the life of Jesus Christ and the history of salvation. It is structured around seasons such as Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Ordinary Time, each with its own themes and liturgical colors. These periods guide worship, Scripture readings, and celebrations, fostering a communal experience of faith throughout the year. Additionally, the calendar is influenced by the traditions of different Christian denominations, which may emphasize certain feasts and observances.

The liturgy can be changed during specific times, such as during the liturgical seasons, when the Church introduces new texts or modifications approved by the appropriate ecclesiastical authority. Changes may also occur in response to the needs of the faithful or to enhance the liturgical experience. Additionally, a significant revision of the liturgy typically requires consultation and approval from the Vatican or relevant Church bodies. However, any changes must adhere to the principles of continuity and fidelity to the Church's tradition.

Liturgy is central to Christian life because it provides a structured way for believers to worship God, express their faith, and participate in the sacraments, which are essential for spiritual growth and community. It fosters a sense of unity among congregants and connects them to the historical and universal Church. Through liturgical practices, Christians remember and celebrate the life of Christ, reinforcing their beliefs and values. Ultimately, liturgy serves as a means of grace, nurturing the spiritual journey of individuals and the community as a whole.

The Liturgy of the Eucharist includes the presentation of the bread and wine, the prayer or the anaphora containing the words of consecration, and communion.