FDLC Lenten Webinar Series 2023
Thursdays, February 23 – March 23, 2023 | Live (1:00 pm ET) & Recorded
“We are required every day to rediscover the beauty of the truth of the Christian celebration. . . . as Sacrosanctum Concilium (7) describes it: the Liturgy is the priesthood of Christ, revealed to us and given in his Paschal Mystery, rendered present and active by means of signs addressed to the senses (water, oil, bread, wine, gestures, words), so that the Spirit, plunging us into the Paschal Mystery might transform every dimension of our life, conforming us more and more to Christ” (Pope Francis, Desiderio Desideravi, 21).
In response to Pope Francis’ call for a “serious and dynamic liturgical formation” (ibid, 31), the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is pleased to present a five-part Lenten series for an exploration of the Mass – “Eucharist: The Work of our Redemption.” We offer this in harmony with the United States Bishops’ campaign for a Eucharistic Revival. We have assembled some of the nation’s most respected theologians and liturgists. They will offer not merely an exploration of the elements of the Mass but will reflect on its rich theology and identify implications for pastoral practice.
The sessions will be offered live each Thursday in Lent at 1:00 PM (Eastern). Each webinar will be 75 minutes in length and will include time for questions and answers. As with our previous series, the sessions will be recorded so that all registered participants may watch it at a convenient time.
For over fifty-three years, liturgical formation has been the mission of the FDLC. Once again, these webinars will be offered free of charge. Please join us and encourage others to do the same.
| DATE | TOPIC | PRESENTER |
| Feb 23 | Celebration of the Paschal Mystery: Theological Foundations | Dr. James Starke |
| March 2 | The Church at Prayer: The Introductory Rites | Sr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman, CPPS |
| March 9 | Proclamation and Response: The Liturgy of the Word | Fr. Regis Armstrong, OFM Cap |
| March 16 | Joining in the Sacrifice: The Liturgy of the Eucharist | Fr. Matthew Ernest |
| March 23 | Glorifying the Lord by Your Life: The Concluding Rites | Fr. Ajani Gibson |