EO looking for a Latin Mass

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Hello everyone,

I am curious about a directory and recommendations for attending a Tridentine mass. I am Eastern Orthodox. I am not looking for an Eastern Rite mass. Are there any “national” directories. I am in the midwest.

Thank you, SP
 
You might want to have a look here. In my experience, it seems to be relatively accurate. If you find a loation of interest to you, it still might be best to make a phone call.
 
Thank you malphono.

Do you, or anyone, know how communion works? Is it line up, or do I have to give my baptism saint,s name. Do I have to be “known” Are my sacraments recognized by these priests?
 
In the EF or Tridentine Mass, you approach the communion rail, kneel, receive on the tongue. There is no verbal response necessary. You then return to your pew and kneel in prayer until the priest has returned the ciborium to the tabernacle and cleansed the chalice and paten.

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To: Skinnypumpkin – if you are looking for a Latin Mass I’d advise you to go into the site of your Diocese and I feel certain you will then find a Latin Mass in your area. I know I’ve gone into the site of my Archdiocese and have found the Latin Mass – hope you’re successful.
 
skinny_pumpkin said:
Hello everyone,

I am curious about a directory and recommendations for attending a Tridentine mass. I am Eastern Orthodox. I am not looking for an Eastern Rite mass. Are there any “national” directories. I am in the midwest.

Thank you, SP
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If you are in IL, may I reccommend St. John Cantius in Chicago?
 
I would also recommend that you attend a Missa Cantata or a Sung Tridentine Mass. I think this will will give you a greater experience of the beauty of the Tridentine Mass. The standard form of Tridentine Mass is the Solemn High Mass; all other forms are variations of this.

In all likelihood, you will attend what is called “Low” Mass. This Mass is a very quiet, stripped variation of Solemn High Mass. The Missa Cantata is somewhere in between. You will hear the Gregorian Chant, see the use of incense and hear the bells. It truly is a beautiful experience that is somewhat comparable to the experience you would have had at the Divine Liturgy.
 
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It’s a little far but a possibility. Thanks.
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That’s why I said, “IF”. It was 40 mins - 1 hr for me, but, you may live in Indiana or Champaign or WI or something, so, it may not be condusive, BUT, if it is, I really reccommend it.

1230 on Sunday, I believe, is the High Mass. It’s very ornate, and VERY reverent.

This would be the epitome of the Latin Mass.
 
We have a FSSP (Father Valentine) Tridentine Mass at St. Bernard in Joliet Illinois. It is at 12:00 Noon Sundays. Father Valentine also has Tridentine Mass at Sts. Peter & Paul in Naperville IL at 5:30 PM Sundays.
 
skinny_pumpkin said:
Thank you malphono.

Do you, or anyone, know how communion works? Is it line up, or do I have to give my baptism saint,s name. Do I have to be “known” Are my sacraments recognized by these priests?
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This is the website I typically use. ecclesiadei.org/masses.cfm It is best to call before-hand. Call to make sure the time and schedule is correct, and also make sure it is HIGH Mass.

I hope you enjoy the EF of the Mass. It is extremely beautiful. I know I love the Byzantine Divine Liturgy, even more than the OF of the Mass! I know that Eastern Orthodox appreciate beauty and reverence much more than many in the Latin Church.

However, I should make it clear to you that under normal conditions, you should not receive communion in a Catholic church. The Catholic Church recognizes the validity of Eastern Orthodox orders and sacraments. Unfortunately however, we are not united, though hopefully this will soon change. If you were dying or some other extreme condition, then things might be able to change. But likely in this case, you should not receive communion. God bless you.
 
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I would also recommend that you attend a Missa Cantata or a Sung Tridentine Mass. I think this will will give you a greater experience of the beauty of the Tridentine Mass. The standard form of Tridentine Mass is the Solemn High Mass; all other forms are variations of this.

In all likelihood, you will attend what is called “Low” Mass. This Mass is a very quiet, stripped variation of Solemn High Mass. The Missa Cantata is somewhere in between. You will hear the Gregorian Chant, see the use of incense and hear the bells. It truly is a beautiful experience that is somewhat comparable to the experience you would have had at the Divine Liturgy.
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Thanks for the info Dempsey. I was not aware of this variation. I thought it was either Low Mass or High Mass. I would imagine that few parishes conduct the Missa Cantata. I hope I would be wrong.
 
skinny_pumpkin said:
I thought it was either Low Mass or High Mass. I would imagine that few parishes conduct the Missa Cantata. I hope I would be wrong.
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Actually the chances of your finding a Missa Cantata are far greater than for finding a Missa Solemnis. Missa Solemnis requires a liturgical deacon and subdeacon both, while Missa Cantata is sung with a celebrant alone.

By the way, if you are Orthodox, you **may **receive Holy Communion, even at the EF. While the Orthodox generally (and yes, I know there are ad-hoc exceptions to this) will not commune RCs (or, outside the Middle East, ECs) RCC Canon Law has this to say:
Can. 844 §3. Catholic ministers administer the sacraments of penance, Eucharist, and anointing of the sick licitly to members of Eastern Churches which do not have full communion with the Catholic Church if they seek such on their own accord and are properly disposed. This is also valid for members of other Churches which in the judgment of the Apostolic See are in the same condition in regard to the sacraments as these Eastern Churches.
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As malphono has said, High Masses are extremely rare. Many people mistakenly call a Missa Cantata a High Mass, when in fact, the two forms are distinctly different.

If you choose to receive Communion at the Mass, I would advise you to kneel at the Altar rail and as soon as the priest stands in front of you, tilt your head backwards a little and stick your tongue out. Make sure you stick your tongue out quite far because it can be difficult for the priest to administer communion to people who don’t extend the tongue far enough.
 
Dempsey1919 said:
As malphono has said, High Masses are extremely rare. Many people mistakenly call a Missa Cantata a High Mass, when in fact, the two forms are distinctly different.

If you choose to receive Communion at the Mass, I would advise you to kneel at the Altar rail and as soon as the priest stands in front of you, tilt your head backwards a little and stick your tongue out. Make sure you stick your tongue out quite far because it can be difficult for the priest to administer communion to people who don’t extend the tongue far enough.
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It was many, many moons ago, but I recall Reverend Mother explaining how to do this: open the mouth about as wide as if taking a spoonful of cough syrup (not gaping wide as if in the dentist’s chair!) and extend the tongue downward just over the lips. It worked first time and every time! 🙂
 
malphono said:
By the way, if you are Orthodox, you **may **receive Holy Communion, even at the EF. While the Orthodox generally (and yes, I know there are ad-hoc exceptions to this) will not commune RCs (or, outside the Middle East, ECs) RCC Canon Law has this to say:
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Thank you for correcting me. I’m glad you showed this. I will remember this.
 
there exists a website name "traditio"which publishes a pamphlet listing many
traditional masses through-out the united states and canada. it is available on
line. p.s. they are not a fan of pope benedict xiv but they do have some valuable
information. have a good year. (alih)👍
 
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