One of the emerging forms of liturgical leadership is that of hospitality. Historically the Catholic Church and the Mass were more internal and personal forms of faith. In the post-Vatican II church and with the new evangelization we are called to recognize Christ in others (parishioners and particularly strangers and those on the peripheries of society). While we are all called to be welcoming, (something we will be working on more as a parish) we have particular people who have taken on this charism. + Una de las formas emergentes de liderazgo litúrgico es la hospitalidad. Históricamente, la Iglesia Católica y la Misa eran formas de fe más internas y personales. En la iglesia post-Vaticano II y con la nueva evangelización estamos llamados a reconocer a Cristo en los demás (feligreses y particularmente en los extraños y en las periferias de la sociedad). Si bien todos estamos llamados a ser acogedores (algo en lo que trabajaremos más como parroquia), tenemos personas particulares que han asumido este carisma. READ MORE

One of the best names for a liturgical minister is that of Sacristan. Originally the person responsible for the sacristy-usually a distinct space set aside for preparing for Mass that holds liturgical items and elements. Historically Sacristans have been an important office (sometimes called doorkeepers) who would be responsible for all elements of church upkeep (materials and building). + Uno de los mejores nombres para un ministro litúrgico es el de Sacristán. Originalmente la persona responsable de la sacristía, generalmente un espacio distinto reservado para la preparación de la Misa que contiene artículos y elementos litúrgicos. Históricamente, los sacristanes han sido una oficina importante (a veces llamados porteros) que serían responsables de todos los elementos del mantenimiento de la iglesia (materiales y construcción).

Usually December 8th we celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. Which happens to be the patronal feast of the United States of America (she is also the patron of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Italy, Korea, Nicaragua, Paraguay, the Philippines, Spain, Uruguay, and Portugal. If it weren’t already a solemnity universally, it would be elevated to be so since she is our nation’s patron. This year however we celebrate on December 9th, and it retains its status as a Holy Day Obligation (when Catholics are obliged to attend Mass). Usually, when Holy Days occur on Mondays they aren’t obligatory. So why do we have all of the special circumstances this year? Sundays in Advent are of a higher rank and cannot be modified for any reason. Since they outrank Immaculate Conception, it is moved to the next possible date. The Vatican clarified this year that in these circumstances the obligation is retained. I sincerely hope this year we will turn to our Lady (our patron) in prayer for our nation in this time of division and transition. May we remain faithful and trust in the Lord. READ MORE

We enter a new liturgical season and a new liturgical year. The season of Advent is marked by many distinct features. The most prominent are the use of the color purple and the Advent wreath. + Entramos en un nuevo tiempo litúrgico y en un nuevo año litúrgico. El tiempo de Adviento está marcado por muchas características distintivas. Los más destacados son el uso del color violeta y la corona de Adviento. READ MORE

I could talk at great length about music ministers and their role at Mass, but I will keep it general this time. There are various titled roles in liturgical documents for those who help lead sung prayer at our liturgies. Among these are psalmists, cantors, choirs, song leaders, and organists. People can use their diverse musical talents to sing and play any number of instruments to support and deepen our experience of the Mass. The most important and often overlooked member of the music ministry is the assembly. Everyone gets to be a part of the music ministry by participating in the singing of the music at Mass. All are called regardless of the quality of their voice to make a joyful noise to the Lord. READ MORE

Our next ministry to highlight is that of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. This lengthy title explains several aspects of their ministry. The term ordinary in Catholic liturgy refers to the standard and most frequent type of something. In this case, the ordinary ministers of communion are the clergy. It is an important part of their office to distribute communion- just like Jesus did at the Last Supper. When circumstances don’t allow for only clergy to distribute, you may use lay people to fill out this role. The order of priority would be first instituted acolytes (usually those in preparation for ordination) then lay people officially designated for this role (by the Bishop) and then lay people who may be designated on a one-time basis. READ MORE

What an exciting Community Problems Assembly on Monday, Nov, 4! About 290 people from all over Lexington gathered at Consolidated Baptist Church. There were 40 from MQHR. It was especially exciting to welcome a new congregation, Ahava Spirituality Center. They are excited about joining in the work of Justice. READ MORE...

Our next ministry to highlight is that of usher. This role is one of the least standardized by church documents only having the following in the General Instructions on the Roman Missal (GIRM) #105: d. Those who, in some places, meet the faithful at the church entrance, lead them to appropriate places, and direct processions. + Nuestro próximo ministerio a destacar es el de ujier. Esta función es una de las menos estandarizadas por los documentos de la iglesia y solo tiene lo siguiente en las Instrucciones Generales sobre el Misal Romano (GIRM) #105: d. Quienes, en algunos lugares, reciben a los fieles a la entrada de la iglesia, los conducen a los lugares apropiados y dirigen las procesiones.

The BUILD Community Problems Assembly is Monday, Nov. 4, 7 PM at Consolidated Baptist Church (1625 Russell Cave Rd.) We will carpool from MQ at 6. We need drivers as well as riders. See more...

We are taking a brief break from our series on liturgical ministers to explore the special liturgies that begin our month of remembrance (November). + Estamos tomando un breve descanso de nuestra serie sobre ministros litúrgicos para explorar las liturgias especiales que comienzan nuestro mes de conmemoración (noviembre).

Sacristans are individuals who tend to take care of the behind the scenes preparations and needs of the liturgy. The title comes from the Latin root sacer which means holy and sacred. Sacristans care for the holy vessels, elements, and materials of the church. + Los sacristanes son personas que tienden a encargarse de los preparativos y necesidades de la liturgia entre bastidores. El título proviene de la raíz latina sacer que significa santo y sagrado. Los sacristanes cuidan los vasos, elementos y materiales sagrados de la iglesia.

In our series on liturgical ministries, we are digging into what it means to be a lector. The word lector means one who reads and has been an important part of Judeo-Christian worship for millennia. You can even read first-hand accounts in the Gospels of Jesus serving as a lector in Jewish worship when he unrolls the scroll and reads from the prophet Isaiah. That scene plays out much like our modern Catholic liturgy of the word. ++ En nuestra serie sobre ministerios litúrgicos, profundizamos en lo que significa ser lector. La palabra lector significa alguien que lee y ha sido una parte importante del culto judeocristiano durante milenios. Incluso puedes leer relatos de primera mano en los Evangelios de Jesús sirviendo como lector en el culto judío cuando desenrolla el rollo y lee del profeta Isaías. Esa escena se parece mucho a nuestra liturgia católica moderna de la palabra.

Our Parish Feast Day Usually, October 7th is the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary, but at Mary Queen we will celebrate our patronal feast day as a Solemnity on Sunday October 6th this year. The church allows moving parish feast days during ordinary time to Sundays so more people can participate in this special celebration. We have commonly done this for many years, because it is hard for people to come to Mass on a Monday. If we did celebrate the Mass on a Monday we would have two readings, a creed, and special candles. Since the feast day will be on Sunday–October 7th for us, it will be the Monday of the 27th week of Ordinary time. So check our website for the readings for these special Masses.

On October 1, 1995 3pm our current church was dedicated by Bishop Kendrick Williams. It was a day full of celebration with a final Mass earlier that day in the previous church space. The dedication liturgy included the blessing of the church,altar, and tabernacle and had lots of candles, music, oil, flame, and ceremony. This vivid liturgy remains important to our church as our space was set apart on incarnate grace and host presence of Jesus Christ. Because of this, each year October 1st is elevated to be a Solemnity for our parish. This means we have special readings at Masses as well as include the Glory to God, a second reading, and the creed. It is only celebrated within our parish (but each place has their own day of dedication). Some liturgists consider this to be the “hidden solemnity” because it is specific to each church and can be easy to forget. ++ El 1 de octubre de 1995, a las 3 de la tarde, el obispo Kendrick Williams dedicó nuestra iglesia actual. Fue un día lleno de celebración con una misa final ese mismo día en el espacio anterior de la iglesia. La liturgia de dedicación incluyó la bendición de la iglesia, el altar y el tabernáculo y contó con muchas velas, música, aceite, llamas y la ceremonia. Esta vívida liturgia sigue siendo importante para nuestra iglesia, ya que nuestro espacio fue apartado por la gracia encarnada y la presencia anfitriona de Jesucristo. Debido a esto, cada año el 1 de octubre se eleva a la categoría de Solemnidad para nuestra parroquia. Esto significa que tenemos lecturas especiales en las Misas, además de incluir la Gloria a Dios, una segunda lectura y el credo. Sólo se celebra dentro de nuestra parroquia (pero cada lugar tiene su propio día de dedicación). Algunos liturgistas consideran que esta es la “solemnidad oculta” porque es específica de cada iglesia y puede ser fácil de olvidar.

Altar Servers certainly have the most varied ways of assisting at Mass. They use lots of liturgical tools and are in the middle of the action at Mass. This is one of the most ancient of liturgical ministries done by the laity (not priests or deacons). Though historically this role has been filled by boys (frequently those preparing to be priests) in the post Vatican II world anyone can serve in this role. ++ Los monaguillos ciertamente tienen las formas más variadas de ayudar en la Misa. Usan muchas herramientas litúrgicas y están en medio de la acción en la Misa. Este es uno de los ministerios litúrgicos más antiguos realizados por los laicos (no sacerdotes o diáconos). Aunque históricamente este papel ha sido desempeñado por niños (frecuentemente aquellos que se preparan para ser sacerdotes), en el mundo posterior al Vaticano II cualquiera puede desempeñar este papel.

To coincide with our parish ministry invitations, I am beginning a new series that explores the origins and functions of various liturgical ministries. Particularly for those roles that are provided by the laity in a modern Catholic liturgy. These roles include but are not limited to: Lectors, Altar Servers, Musicians, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Sacristans, Arts & Environment, Hospitality, Ushers, Facilitators, Altar Guild, Devotions, MC’s, etc… Some of these are instituted roles and some are specific to our own parish and our needs. They all work together to ensure our liturgies can be the best they possibly can. ++ Para coincidir con nuestras invitaciones al ministerio parroquial, estoy comenzando una nueva serie que explora los orígenes y funciones de varios ministerios litúrgicos. Particularmente para aquellos roles que desempeñan los laicos en una liturgia católica moderna. Estos roles incluyen, entre otros: Lectores, Acólitos, Músicos, Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión, Sacristanes, Arte y Medio Ambiente, Hospitalidad, Ujieres, Facilitadores, Gremio del Altar, Devociones, MC, etc. Algunas de estas son funciones instituidas y otras son específicas de nuestra propia parroquia y nuestras necesidades. Todos trabajan juntos para garantizar que nuestras liturgias sean lo mejor posible.

BUILD has a yearly 4 step process. We are wrapping up the last one now, the Investment Drive and did very well. From our parish we together invested over $18,000 in making Lexington a better place for all. Congratulations! READ MORE

Our last liturgy corner talked about the important moments of silence during Mass that serve to deepen our experience. However the GIRM (General Instructions of the Roman Missal) also refers to silence before Mass begins: Even before the celebration itself, it is a praiseworthy practice for silence to be observed in the church, in the sacristy, in the vesting room, and in adjacent areas, so that all may dispose themselves to carry out the sacred celebration in a devout and fitting manner. [GIRM #45] ++ Nuestro último rincón litúrgico habló de los importantes momentos de silencio durante la Misa que sirven para profundizar nuestra experiencia. Sin embargo, la IGMR (Instrucciones Generales del Misal Romano) también se refiere al silencio antes de que comience la Misa: Incluso antes de la celebración misma, es práctica loable que se guarde silencio en la iglesia, en la sacristía, en el vestigio y en los lugares adyacentes, a fin de que todos se dispongan a realizar la sagrada celebración con devoción y manera adecuada. [GIRM #45]

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There are many elements of each Mass- gestures, acclamations, dialogues, readings, prayers, and we seem to have a basic execution of them. One element we tend to struggle with that is essential to the Mass is silence. ++ Hay muchos elementos en cada Misa: gestos, aclamaciones, diálogos, lecturas, oraciones, y parece que tenemos una ejecución básica de ellos. Un elemento con el que tendemos a luchar y que es esencial para la Misa es el silencio.