Looking at the Mass in the Dominican Rite, we can find key phrases that illustrate the charism of Saint Dominic and his life of service to God and His Church.
"Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad."
The Altar of Repose is commonplace in the minds of the faithful who attend the Holy Triduum liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil.
Throughout most of the year, Catholics sing or say the Alleluia before the Gospel is read during the Liturgy of the Word. However, this is not the case during Lent.
Do you notice distractions that detract from the sacredness of Mass? You are not alone!
