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Chapter 1: Why is Going to Mass Important?
What is your reaction to these ideas? Which do you find compelling? Which does your church live out well in their celebrations of the mass? Which could be improved? |
Chapter 2: The Introductory Rites
The video discusses the importance of gathering. What is the typical Sunday morning at your house as you prepare for church? What would be the ideal morning? Penitential Act: When was the last time you thought about sin? Do you believe sin exists? What do you think is more important: the cause of sin or the results from sin? |
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Chapter 3: The Liturgy of the Word
How does Christ speak to you? How do you understand his presence in the Word? Have you heard a really inspiring homily? Where and when? How does the homily inspire you to live the Gospel in your life? Why is it important to stand together in our common beliefs? How do you share your more important beliefs with others and still maintain your different approaches and opinions? What is revealed about your faith community in the Universal Prayer? What intercessions would you include? |
Chapter 4: The Liturgy of the Eucharist
What would it mean for you to offer yourself to God? Can you imagine surrendering to God all that concerns you? Your stresses and challenges? Your struggles or weaknesses? Your joys and hopes? Create a gratitude list. Add to it each day for a week. Do you marvel at the mystery of the Eucharist? What does it mean to "Be what you see; receive what you are"? |
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Chapter 5:
The Concluding Rites and Our Call to Mission How will you live the mass in your everyday life? How will your life bear witness to Christ? What is one action you will take this week to glorify the Lord with your life? |