Silence in the Church

[CRW]

General Instruction of the Roman Missal, Chapter II, paragraph 45 states: “Even before the celebration itself, it is commendable that 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 action in a devout and fitting manner.” Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite, The Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours by Peter J. Elliott, number 233 states: “The church should be open well before the liturgy for those who wish to pray privately. Silence is the best preparation for the celebration of the liturgy. Apart from suitable music, no intrusion on the people’s right to tranquility before the Eucharist should be tolerated, for example, musical or choral rehearsals, announcements which could be given later, or distraction in the sanctuary or elsewhere. People may meet and talk before Mass, but in an area set well apart from the place where the liturgy is about to be celebrated.”

My question: How many churches have you attended that follow the norms cited above? Does you music director and choir practice before the start of Mass while others are praying and preparing for Mass? Does your Church have a separate place to gather to avoid distractions? Is the Silence after Mass, to allow those offering their Thanksgiving for receiving the Blessed Eucharist maintained? God Bless

 

[CRW]

General Instruction of the Roman Missal, Chapter II, paragraph 45 states: “Even before the celebration itself, it is commendable that 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 action in a devout and fitting manner.” Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite, The Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours by Peter J. Elliott, number 233 states: “The church should be open well before the liturgy for those who wish to pray privately. Silence is the best preparation for the celebration of the liturgy. Apart from suitable music, no intrusion on the people’s right to tranquility before the Eucharist should be tolerated, for example, musical or choral rehearsals, announcements which could be given later, or distraction in the sanctuary or elsewhere. People may meet and talk before Mass, but in an area set well apart from the place where the liturgy is about to be celebrated.”

My question: How many churches have you attended that follow the norms cited above? Does you music director and choir practice before the start of Mass while others are praying and preparing for Mass? Does your Church have a separate place to gather to avoid distractions? Is the Silence after Mass, to allow those offering their Thanksgiving for receiving the Blessed Eucharist maintained? God Bless

The poll above was not prepared in a Yes or no manner. Click on the choice that applies to your church. If none, do not click the choice.

 

[Friar_David_O.Carm]

The poll above was not prepared in a Yes or no manner. Click on the choice that applies to your church. If none, do not click the choice.

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