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90: AAS 56 (1964), p. 897; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. 117-119. 0 2104 36 242. 294. 352. 162. It will also be up to the Conferences of Bishops to prepare, by means of careful study, a translation of the other texts, so that, even though the character of each language is respected, the meaning of the original Latin text is fully and faithfully rendered. 9: AAS 59 (1967), p. 547. At the super on the night he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus, loving those who were his own in the world even to the end, offered his Body and Blood to the Father under the appearance of bread and wine, gave them to the apostles to eat and drink, then enjoined the apostles and their successors in the priesthood to offer them in turn.This Mass is, first of all, the memorial of the institution of the eucharist, that is, of the Memorial of the Lord's Passover, by which under sacramental signs he perpetuated among us the sacrifice of the New Law. The general ordering of the sacred building must be such that in some way it conveys the image of the gathered assembly and allows the appropriate ordering of all the participants, as well as facilitating each in the proper carrying out of his function. It is therefore expedient that the Eucharistic bread, even though unleavened and baked in the traditional shape, be made in such a way that the priest at Mass with a congregation is able in practice to break it into parts for distribution to at least some of the faithful. The Council for this reason stated in firm but measured words, Although the Mass contains much instruction for people of faith, nevertheless it did not seem expedient to the Fathers that it be celebrated everywhere in the vernacular.[12] The Council accordingly anathematized anyone maintaining that the rite of the Roman Church, in which part of the Canon and the words of consecration are spoken in a low voice, is to be condemned, or that the Mass must be celebrated only in the vernacular.[13] Although on the one hand it prohibited the use of the vernacular in the Mass, nevertheless, on the other hand, the Council did direct pastors of souls to put appropriate catechesis in its place: Lest Christs flock go hungry . Care should, however, be taken that, when choosing scriptural passages, parts of Sacred Scripture are not permanently excluded. He then venerates the book with a kiss, saying privately, Per evangelica dicta (May the words of the Gospel), and returns to the priests side. 6. 0000013321 00000 n Rose may be used, where it is the practice, on Gaudete Sunday (Third Sunday of Advent) and on Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent). 119-186. 88. 195. Pope Benedict XVI 1927-2022 tribute page and access to resources here. 198. 132. 12: AAS 59 (1967), pp. The concelebrants approach the middle of the altar one after another, genuflect, and receive the Body of the Lord; then they go to the side of the altar and consume the Blood of the Lord, following the rite chosen for Communion from the chalice, as has just been said. When receiving Holy Communion, the communicant bows his or her head before the Sacrament as a gesture of reverence and receives the Body of the Lord from the minister. [155] Cf. );kt 0000015293 00000 n The diocesan Bishop, who is to be regarded as the high priest of his flock, and from whom the life in Christ of the faithful under his care in a certain sense derives and upon whom it depends,[148] must promote, regulate, and be vigilant over the liturgical life in his diocese. 305. 278. If desired, a psalm or other canticle of praise or a hymn may also be sung by the entire congregation. Care should be taken that singers, too, can receive Communion with ease. 41. 298-299. [91] Cf. 10; The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, edito typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of Images for Public Veneration by the Faithful, nos. [ 11 0 R] Then he proclaims the Gospel and at the end says the acclamation, Verbum Domini (The Gospel of the Lord), to which all respond, Laus tibi, Christe (Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ). The intercessions Nunc ergo, Domine, omnium recordare (Lord, remember those) and Nobis omnibus (Father, in your mercy) are appropriately assigned to one or other of the concelebrants, who speaks them aloud alone, with hands extended. If need be, once the period of experimentation is concluded, the Bishops Conference shall decide upon pursuing the adaptations and shall propose a mature formulation of the matter to the Apostolic See for its decision.[158]. 82. Even if it is sometimes not possible to have the presence and active participation of the faithful, which bring out more plainly the ecclesial nature of the celebration,[29] the Eucharistic Celebration always retains its efficacy and dignity because it is the action of Christ and the Church, in which the priest fulfills his own principal office and always acts for the peoples salvation. Then the priest invites those present to take part in the Act of Penitence, which, after a brief pause for silence, the entire community carries out through a formula of general confession. Because, however, the celebration of the Eucharist, like the entire Liturgy, is carried out through perceptible signs that nourish, strengthen, and express faith,[31] the utmost care must be taken to choose and to arrange those forms and elements set forth by the Church that, in view of the circumstances of the people and the place, will more effectively foster active and full participation and more properly respond to the spiritual needs of the faithful. He may also carry out the preparation of the chalice at the credence table. In the procession to the altar, the acolyte may carry the cross, walking between two ministers with lighted candles. a proclamation in which the Body and Blood of Christ are made present by the power of the Holy Spirit and the people are joined to Christ in offering . 0000008127 00000 n 301. One and the same priest celebrant must always exercise the presidential office in all of its parts, except for those parts which are proper to a Mass at which the Bishop is present (cf. [39] Cf. nos. While the priest is receiving the Sacrament, the Communion chant is begun. 5; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 349. The rites preceding the Liturgy of the Word, namely the Entrance, Greeting, Act of Penitence, Kyrie, Gloria, and collect, have the character of a beginning, introduction, and preparation. [15] Since no Catholic would now deny the lawfulness and efficacy of a sacred rite celebrated in Latin, the Council was also able to grant that the use of the vernacular language may frequently be of great advantage to the people and gave the faculty for its use.1[16] The enthusiasm in response to this measure has been so great everywhere that it has led, under the leadership of the Bishops and the Apostolic See itself, to permission for all liturgical celebrations in which the people participate to be in the vernacular, for the sake of a better comprehension of the mystery being celebrated. The purpose of this chant is to open the celebration, foster the unity of those who have been gathered, introduce their thoughts to the mystery of the liturgical season or festivity, and accompany the procession of the priest and ministers. 28; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, no. Consequently, the Church constantly seeks the noble assistance of the arts and admits the artistic expressions of all peoples and regions. The supplication Agnus Dei, is, as a rule, sung by the choir or cantor with the congregation responding; or it is, at least, recited aloud. 183. Singing may always accompany the rite at the offertory, even when there is no procession with the gifts. If the prayer is directed to the Father: Per Christum Dominum nostrum (Through Christ our Lord); If it is directed to the Father, but the Son is mentioned at the end: Qui vivit et regnat in saecula saeculorum (Who lives and reigns forever and ever); If it is directed to the Son: Qui vivis et regnas in saecula saeculorum (You live and reign forever and ever). These adaptations include. 56: AAS 56 (1964), p. 890. no. 59. <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 960 540] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> [141] Cf. 329. If not sung, it is to be recited either by all together or by two parts of the congregation responding one to the other. trailer It is appropriate that the vestments to be worn by priests and deacons, as well as those garments to be worn by lay ministers, be blessed according to the rite described in the Roman Ritual[137] before they are put into liturgical use. 55. %PDF-1.7 The faithful should stand from the beginning of the Entrance chant, or while the priest approaches the altar, until the end of the collect; for the Alleluia chant before the Gospel; while the Gospel itself is proclaimed; during the Profession of Faith and the Prayer of the Faithful; from the invitation, Orate, fratres (Pray, brethren), before the prayer over the offerings until the end of Mass, except at the places indicated below. 0000005847 00000 n 276-277). The Mass For Peace and Justice (no. At the end, the people make the acclamation, Quia tuum est regnum (For the kingdom). Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. During the procession to the altar, the Entrance chant takes place (cf. 58. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. In Eucharistic Prayer IV, the Confitemur tibi, Pater sancte (Father, we acknowledge) up to and including the words omnem sanctificationem compleret (bring us the fullness of grace) is spoken by the principal celebrant alone, with hands extended. Language should be used that is accommodated to the faithful of the region, but is noble and marked by literary quality, and there will always remain the need for some catechesis on the biblical and Christian meaning of certain words and expressions. Holy Thursday / The Last Supper April 2nd - 8th, 2023 Holy Week is the week before Easter Sunday, beginning seven days before with Palm Sunday. 356. After the priests Communion, the deacon receives Communion under both kinds from the priest himself and then assists the priest in distributing Communion to the people. Then the principal celebrant, with hands joined, says the introduction to the Lords Prayer. 13; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. The people make the prayer their own by the acclamation, Amen. [110] Cf. 112. 0000010985 00000 n Epiclesis: In which, by means of particular invocations, the Church implores the power of the Holy Spirit that the gifts offered by human hands be consecrated, that is, become Christs Body and Blood, and that the spotless Victim to be received in Communion be for the salvation of those who will partake of it. 199. Regarding the design of sacred vestments, Conferences of Bishops may determine and propose to the Apostolic See adaptations that correspond to the needs and the usages of their regions. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Decree on the Pastoral Office of Bishops, Christus Dominus, no. In Masses with special groups, the priest is allowed to choose texts more suited to the particular celebration, provided they are taken from the texts of an approved lectionary. 392. 0000006649 00000 n 161. 0M2f:Mb x,b&*W_GGJN?7oN?N?[rv$o1^uv{/v/J 4Cn9I+q~|9}n!N=- x2T>q4(3 @'.ny,A j%g}(OZ`0]Caf-`|iTHD3"_*f7~-NxA0~'A]EH @ 98@$nGoplEb8f&=3X>'LB;ZQNPJ7J:HS4GV~ -; `P,q=;vlW+ ySQT w(|)>M,Cxu2:]J*.(OpT7[-^3 mY@VW7?G9&8kSnHqi^ Zg+WBup drAzF~&p/#. Once the prayer after Communion has been said, the deacon makes brief announcements to the people, if indeed any need to be made, unless the priest prefers to do this himself. Priest: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. 207. Such Masses are provided for those who are in no way able to participate in the evening Mass and not for the advantage of individuals or (newly added) special small groups (RomanMissal, rubrics for the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper [EM], no. The Chair for the Priest Celebrant and Other Seats, 310. 0000001733 00000 n 0000010022 00000 n No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright holder. Then the acolyte incenses the priest and the people. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. <> The organ and other lawfully approved musical instruments are to be placed in an appropriate place so that they can sustain the singing of both the choir and the congregation and be heard with ease by all if they are played alone. 6: AAS 89 (1997), p. 869. 288, 302. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. [23] Cf. From the Supplices ergo te, Domine (And so, Father, we bring you these gifts) to the Respice, quaesumus (Look with favor) inclusive, all the concelebrants speak all the following together: The Supplices ergo te, Domine (And so, Father, we bring you these gifts) with hands extended toward the offerings; The Ipse enim in qua nocte tradebatur (On the night he was betrayed) and the Simili modo (When supper was ended) with hands joined; While speaking the words of the Lord, each extends his right hand toward the bread and toward the chalice, if this seems appropriate; as the host and the chalice are shown, however, they look at them and, afterwards, bow profoundly; The Memores igitur (Father, calling to mind) and the Respice, quaesumus (Look with favor) with hands outstretched. Mt 13:52). At its conclusion, he joins his hands and, together with everyone present, sings or says aloud the Sanctus (cf. The rubric following the washing of the feet is more descriptive than the presently existing one: "After the Washing of Feet, the Priest washes and dries his hands, puts the chasuble back on, and returns to the chair, and from there he directs the Universal Prayer. 371. A minister, while standing at the side of the altar, incenses the priest and then the people. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The celebration of Mass, as the action of Christ and the People of God arrayed hierarchically, is the center of the whole Christian life for the Church both universal and local, as well as for each of the faithful individually. At the end the minister makes the acclamation, Amen. It is permitted to mention Coadjutor and Auxiliary Bishops in the Eucharistic Prayer, but not other Bishops who happen to be present. 342. 290. [30] Cf. 237. 0000010107 00000 n The people, however, stand and give expression to their prayer either by an invocation said together after each intention or by praying in silence. 81. "[T]he Priest, with the help of the Deacon if necessary, places the ciborium in the tabernacle, the door of which remains open" (EM, no. 4. These prayers are addressed to God in the name of the entire holy people and all present, by the priest who presides over the assembly in the person of Christ. 266. It is appropriate to have a fixed altar in every church, since it more clearly and permanently signifies Christ Jesus, the living stone (1 Pt 2:4; cf. [22] In it is found the high point both of the action by which God sanctifies the world in Christ and of the worship that the human race offers to the Father, adoring him through Christ, the Son of God, in the Holy Spirit. 123, 129; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Inter Oecumenici, On the orderly carrying out of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 26 September 1964, no. 220. All, together with the priest, observe a brief silence so that they may be conscious of the fact that they are in Gods presence and may formulate their petitions mentally. 176. 227. When he was about to celebrate with his disciples the Passover meal in which he instituted the sacrifice of his Body and Blood, Christ the Lord gave instructions that a large, furnished upper room should be prepared (Lk 22:12). 125. For a particular reason, having to do either with the significance of the rite or of the festivity, the faculty is given to celebrate or concelebrate more than once on the same day in the following cases: A priest who has celebrated or concelebrated the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday may also celebrate or concelebrate the Evening Mass of the Lords Supper; A priest who has celebrated or concelebrated the Mass of the Easter Vigil may celebrate or concelebrate Mass during the day on Easter Sunday; On the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas Day), all priests may celebrate or concelebrate three Masses, provided the Masses are celebrated at their proper times of day; On the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day), all priests may celebrate or concelebrate three Masses, provided that the celebrations take place at different times, and that the norms established regarding the application of second and third Masses are observed;[104]. At times, a longer and shorter form of the same text is given. Since, indeed, a variety of options is provided for the different parts of the Mass, it is necessary for the deacon, the lectors, the psalmist, the cantor, the commentator, and the choir to be completely sure before the celebration about those texts for which each is responsible is to be used and that nothing be improvised. 0000002821 00000 n 19. 570-571; Paul VI, Encyclical Letter Mysterium fidei, On the doctrine and worship of the Eucharist, 3 September 1965: AAS 57(1965), pp. This rite is reserved to the priest and the deacon. 165. A totally new rubric is found at the end of Holy Thursday. [95] It may, however, also be celebrated without singing and with only one minister. 48, 51; Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, Dei Verbum, 18 November 1965, no. 337. If, however, the continuous reading during the week is interrupted by the occurrence of some solemnity or feast, or some particular celebration, then the priest, taking into consideration the entire weeks scheme of readings, is allowed either to combine parts omitted with other readings or to decide which readings are to be preferred over others. In this case, the greetings, the introductory or explanatory remarks, and the blessing at the end of Mass are omitted. The Liturgy itself teaches that great reverence is to be shown to it by setting it off from the other readings with special marks of honor: whether on the part of the minister appointed to proclaim it, who prepares himself by a blessing or prayer; or on the part of the faithful, who stand as they listen to it being read and through their acclamations acknowledge and confess Christ present and speaking to them; or by the very marks of reverence that are given to the Book of the Gospels. The concluding rites are carried out as at a Mass with a congregation, but the dismissal formula is omitted. Eucharistic Prayer III may be said with any Preface. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. When he celebrates the Eucharist, therefore, he must serve God and the people with dignity and humility, and by his bearing and by the way he says the divine words he must convey to the faithful the living presence of Christ. The faithful are not permitted to take the consecrated bread or the sacred chalice by themselves and, still less, to hand them from one to another. And with your spirit. 129. 361. In all the Masses for various circumstances, unless otherwise expressly indicated, it is permissible to use the weekday readings and also the chants between them, if they are suited to the celebration. %PDF-1.4 % 279. In the dioceses of the United States of America, the following may also be sung in place of the Psalm assigned in the Lectionary for Mass: either the proper or seasonal antiphon and Psalm from the Lectionary, as found either in the Roman Gradual or Simple Gradual or in another musical setting; or an antiphon and Psalm from another collection of the psalms and antiphons, including psalms arranged in metrical form, providing that they have been approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops or the diocesan Bishop. Tertullian, Adversus Marcionem, IV, 9: Corpus Christianorum, Series latina, Turnhout, Belgium, 1953- (hereafter, CCSL), 1, p. 560. A further musical specification is provided: "the organ and other musical instruments may be used only so as to support the singing" (EM, no. In the celebration of Mass the faithful form a holy people, a people whom God has made his own, a royal priesthood, so that they may give thanks to God and offer the spotless Victim not only through the hands of the priest but also together with him, and so that they may learn to offer themselves. And so, The Roman Missal, even if in different languages and with some variety of customs,[164] must be preserved in the future as an instrument and an outstanding sign of the integrity and unity of the Roman Rite.[165]. [52] Therefore, attention should be paid to what is determined by this General Instruction and the traditional practice of the Roman Rite and to what serves the common spiritual good of the People of God, rather than private inclination or arbitrary choice. Council of Trent, session 21, Doctrina de communione sub utraque specie et parvulorum, 16 July 1562, chapters 1-3: Denz-Schn, 1725-1729. It should suitably be marked off from the body of the church either by its being somewhat elevated or by a particular structure and ornamentation. endobj 175-186. If he is carrying the Book of the Gospels, he approaches the altar and places the Book of the Gospels upon it. The bread and wine are placed on the altar by the priest to the accompaniment of the prescribed formulas. good, and the good of all his holy Church. The priest then invites the people to pray, saying, with hands joined, Oremus (Let us pray). Accordingly, a part of the new Missal directs the prayers of the Church in a more open way to the needs of our times, which is above all true of the Ritual Masses and the Masses for Various Needs, in which tradition and new elements are appropriately harmonized. endobj In coming to the altar, when no deacon is present, the lector, wearing approved attire, may carry the Book of the Gospels, which is to be slightly elevated. In fact, the Missal of 1570 differs very little from the very first printed edition of 1474, which in turn faithfully follows the Missal used at the time of Pope Innocent III. no. The faithful kneel after the Agnus Dei unless the diocesan Bishop determines otherwise.[53]. It is expedient for benches or seats usually to be provided for their use. 263. The priest blesses him, saying, Dominus sit in corde tuo (The Lord be in your heart). endobj If the vessels are purified at the altar, they are carried to the credence table by a minister. All pray silently with the priest for a brief time. The Christian faithful who gather together as one to await the Lords coming are instructed by the Apostle Paul to sing together psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs (cf. In addition, certain adaptations are indicated in the proper place in the Missal and pertain respectively to the diocesan Bishop or to the Conference of Bishops, in accord with the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy[35] (cf. Then he takes the chalice, saying quietly, Sanguis Christi custodiat me in vitam aeternam (May the Blood of Christ bring me to everlasting life), and reverently receives the Blood of Christ. 3 0 obj 88). In this matter as well, a noble simplicity should be ensured such as is the best companion of genuine art. The adaptations spoken of below that call for a wider degree of coordination are to be decided, in accord with the norm of law, by the Conference of Bishops. In carrying this out, to the greatest extent possible the Lords Day is to be preserved and safeguarded, as the primordial holy day, and hence other celebrations, unless they be truly of the greatest importance, should not have precedence over it. [65] In particular cases and for a just cause, the homily may even be given by a Bishop or a priest who is present at the celebration but cannot concelebrate. The Roman Pontifical: Order of the Dedication of a Church and an Altar, editio typica, 1984, Chapter 7, Order of the Blessing of a Chalice and a Paten; The Roman Ritual, Book of Blessings, editio typica, 1984, Order for the Blessing of Articles for Liturgical Use, nos. Then the priest, with hands extended, says the prayer over the offerings. [116] The altar is usually fixed and is dedicated. Generally speaking, in the ornamentation and arrangement of a church as far as images are concerned, provision should be made for the devotion of the entire community as well as for the beauty and dignity of the images. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 166. In the Eucharistic Celebration, the lector has his own proper office (cf. <> The principal celebrant, if appropriate, also incenses the cross and the altar and then goes to the chair. 41; Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, no. Hence, the psalmist, or the cantor of the Psalm, sings the verses of the Psalm from the ambo or another suitable place. then he closed in solemn order 256. Sacred silence also, as part of the celebration, is to be observed at the designated times. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. At the end of the prayer the people say the acclamation, Amen. 365. 85. 9. As Catholics, we know that the Holy Mass is the center of our faith and the source of divine life. 2616 13 2139 0 obj <>stream Moderation should be observed in the decoration of the altar. Although in the readings from Sacred Scripture Gods word is addressed to all people of every era and is understandable to them, nevertheless, a fuller understanding and a greater effectiveness of the word is fostered by a living commentary on the word, that is, the homily, as part of the liturgical action. 249. The priest says the invitation to the prayer, and all the faithful say it with him; the priest alone adds the embolism, which the people conclude with a doxology. As soon as the communicant receives the host, he or she consumes it entirely. In choosing between these two forms, a pastoral criterion must be kept in mind. This rite is celebrated only if the body is present. Otherwise, they wear their proper choir dress or a surplice over a cassock. Care must be taken that whatever may remain of the Blood of Christ after the distribution of Communion is consumed immediately and completely at the altar. If there is no psalmist, the lector may also proclaim the responsorial Psalm after the first reading. [24] Furthermore, the other sacred actions and all the activities of the Christian life are bound up with it, flow from it, and are ordered to it. In addition, on or next to the altar are to be placed candlesticks with lighted candles: at least two in any celebration, or even four or six, especially for a Sunday Mass or a holy day of obligation. If, however, required by some real need or pastoral advantage, according to the judgment of the rector of the church or the priest celebrant himself, a Mass corresponding to such a need or advantage may be used in a celebration with a congregation. Immediately after the blessing, with hands joined, the priest adds, Ite, missa est (The Mass is ended, go in peace), and all answer, Deo gratias (Thanks be to God). The homily, Profession of Faith, and Prayer of the Faithful, however, develop and conclude this part of the Mass. endobj Furthermore, it is desirable that, as a rule, an acolyte, a lector, and a cantor should be there to assist the priest celebrant. [86] Cf. Among the Masses for the Dead, the Funeral Mass holds first place. : Martes 21 VII semana. 224. After this, as the minister presents the cruets, the priest stands at the side of the altar and pours wine and a little water into the chalice, saying quietly, Per huius aquae (By the mystery of this water). [71] Cf. The order of procession is more carefully described for the transfer of the Blessed Sacrament to the place of reposition. 1052-1067. R.. Our blessing-cup is a communion with the Blood of Christ. Priest's Words are in blue color. There is always only one collect used in a Mass. It is always permissible, however, to use the collect alone from these Masses. After the Sanctus, the priest concelebrants continue the Eucharistic Prayer in the way described below. Even though the faithful no longer bring from their own possessions the bread and wine intended for the liturgy as in the past, nevertheless the rite of carrying up the offerings still retains its force and its spiritual significance. The diocesan Bishop may establish norms for Communion under both kinds for his own diocese, which are also to be observed in churches of religious and at celebrations with small groups. Mass should not be celebrated without a minister or at least one of the faithful, except for a just and reasonable cause. Finally, the purpose of pursuing inculturation is not in any way the creation of new families of rites, but aims rather at meeting the needs of a particular culture in such a way that adaptations introduced either in the Missal or in combination with other liturgical books are not at variance with the distinctive character of the Roman Rite. [116] Cf. The priest gives the sign of peace to the minister, if appropriate. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no.