On September 30, 2019, on the liturgical memorial of St. Jerome, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God. This year it will fall on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
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2022 Advent & Christmas Liturgical Preparation Aid
Our free, seasonal booklet to help prepare liturgies during the Advent and Christmas seasons is now available.
New Apostolic Letter: Desiderio Desideravi
On the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, the Holy Father has released a new Apostolic Letter, Desiderio Desideravi, on the liturgical formation of the People of God. Its title is drawn from Luke 22:15 – “I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.”
Bulletin Shorts Series
A free resource for your parish aimed at helping the faithful and catechumens delve into the Sunday Scriptures and wrestle with Christian life.
Prayers for the Community of Uvalde
Heavenly Father,
You are the source of life and the seat of all wisdom…
Liturgy Preparation Aid
Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ June 19, 2022 On June 19, 2022, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) launches a Eucharistic Revival initiative. Over the next several years, the dioceses of the USA will recommit ourselves toContinue reading “Liturgy Preparation Aid”
Optional Text for Good Friday Solemn Intercession: For Peace in Ukraine
The Roman Missal states that “in a situation of grave public need, the Diocesan Bishop may permit or order the addition of a special intention” (Roman Missal, The Passion of the Lord, no. 13) in addition to the ten solemn intercessions which are provided for the Good Friday Liturgy. Sample (Austria Bishops Conference): (Translations courtesyContinue reading “Optional Text for Good Friday Solemn Intercession: For Peace in Ukraine”
Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary: March 25, 2022
Pope Francis has invited all the Bishops of the world and their local Churches to participate in an Act of Consecration on March 25 to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. “…I intend to carry out a solemn Act of Consecration of humanity, and Russia and Ukraine in particular, to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. SinceContinue reading “Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary: March 25, 2022”
Prayer & Liturgical Resources for Peace
Prayer for Peace by Pope Francis, Suggested Mass Texts, Sample Intercessions, and Music Suggestions
Liturgical Preparation Aid: Lent, Triduum, and Easter 2022
The Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is pleased, once again, to provide resources to aid in your preparations for Lent, the Sacred Paschal Triduum, and the Easter Season.