Roman Rite · learning companion
Learn the parts of the Mass Follow the sequence before or after Mass, at your own pace. The details can vary by day, parish, and occasion. During Mass, give your attention to the Church’s worship rather than to this screen.
The complete sequence
Introductory Rites Entrance Sign of the Cross and greeting Penitential Act · varies Lord, have mercy · varies Gloria · varies Collect Liturgy of the Word First Reading Responsorial Psalm Second Reading · varies Gospel Acclamation Gospel Homily Profession of Faith · varies Universal Prayer Liturgy of the Eucharist Presentation of the Gifts and preparation of the altar Prayer over the Offerings Preface Holy, Holy, Holy Prayer of offering and consecration Mystery of Faith Memorial, offering, and intercessions Concluding doxology and Great Amen The Lord's Prayer Rite of Peace · varies Breaking of the Bread and Lamb of God Invitation and preparation for Communion Holy Communion Prayer after Communion Concluding Rites Brief announcements · varies Greeting and blessing Dismissal Reverence at the altar and departure Introductory Rites · part 1 of 32
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Jump to a partEntrance Sign of the Cross and greeting Penitential Act Lord, have mercy Gloria Collect First Reading Responsorial Psalm Second Reading Gospel Acclamation Gospel Homily Profession of Faith Universal Prayer Presentation of the Gifts and preparation of the altar Prayer over the Offerings Preface Holy, Holy, Holy Prayer of offering and consecration Mystery of Faith Memorial, offering, and intercessions Concluding doxology and Great Amen The Lord's Prayer Rite of Peace Breaking of the Bread and Lamb of God Invitation and preparation for Communion Holy Communion Prayer after Communion Brief announcements Greeting and blessing Dismissal Reverence at the altar and departure The gathered people become ready to hear God's word and celebrate the Eucharist together.
What happens The ministers enter as the assembly gathers in song. The altar is reverenced as a sign of Christ.
How to take part Stand with the assembly and join the entrance song when you can.
Original explanatory summary based on the USCCB Order of Mass. This is not a Missal, Lectionary, or worship aid.
Read the USCCB source for this part