When the hour came, he took his place at table with the apostles. He said to them, I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer, for, I tell you, I shall not eat it (again) until there is fulfillment in the kingdom of God. Then he took a cup, gave thanks, and said, Take this and share it among yourselves; for I tell you (that) from this time on I shall not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes. Then he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me. And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which will be shed for you. -The 5th Luminous Mystery

EWTN.com - Gospel Reading during Mass

EWTN.com - Gospel Reading during Mass: "Gospel Reading during Mass


I attend Mass where the priest says the Mass but a religious brother reads the Gospel and gives the homily. Isn't that the exclusive duty of the priest or deacon? Or can religious brothers also serve as deacons? Is the Mass legitimate? I normally don't attend this Church but would appreciate an answer. Thank you for your kind assistance, Fr. Echert.
Answer by Fr. John Echert on 10/8/2008:

Only a priest, deacon or bishop may legitimately proclaim the Gospel at Mass and preach. If the religious is a priest this is fine but if a brother (not ordained) then it is a violation of the laws governing the Sacred Liturgy.

Thanks, Marianne

Father Echert"

1 comment:

  1. AnonymousNovember 08, 2008

    Was the question not "Is the mass legitimate?"

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