General Instruction of the Roman Missal
The following articles describe our liturgy in light of the new General Instructions on the Roman Missal. They give a background to why we do what we do.
What is the GIRM?
Vatican II and the
Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
(CSL)
The Liturgy as Communal Prayer
The Four-fold Presence of Christ
When Should We Bow and When Should We Genuflect at Mass?
The Posture and Gesture of Reverence for Holy Communion
Acclamations, Responses and Dialogues
What are the Appropriate Times for Silence?
Why Should We Have Music at all Masses?
The Actions of the Assembly at Mass
Are Processions Really Necessary During Mass?
The Introductory Rites of the Mass
The Liturgy of the Word - Part I
The Liturgy of the Word - Part II
The Liturgy of the Eucharist
The Eucharistic Prayer
The Communion Rite
Reception of Holy Communion at Mass
Why Should the Assembly Participate in the Mass? Why come to Mass on Time and Why Stay until the End of Mass?
The Place of Reservation for the Holy Eucharist
The Concluding Rite
Liturgical Ministries
Liturgical Furnishings