Signs and Symbols of the Liturgy - An Experience of Ritual and Catechesis
Catholic liturgy is a rich language composed of music, spoken word,
silence, symbols, signs, postures, gestures, and ritual actions. Each of these
elements serves to open our hearts, minds, and bodies to the presence of God,
allowing us to deepen our participation in the mystery we celebrate. This
resource will help participants explore the various elements of the liturgy.
Give groups in your parish a reverent, artful, and interactive
experience of the symbols of the liturgy followed by time to reflect on their
meaning. The symbols—common things of nature and human craft—such as water,
candlelight, oil, book, and cross, are the very language through which we
encounter the mysteries of our faith, and they cannot be understood through
words alone.
Signs and Symbols of the Liturgy will help parishes break open the
signs and symbols of the liturgy in their most basic forms. It explains how to
prepare a ritual and catechetical experience of the signs and symbols in which
participants can interact with the symbols as they are presented, one by one.
This resource includes:
- Instructions for gathering and training a team, arranging an appropriate
space, selecting music, and rehearsing the choreography
- A video to show you how the experience looks and sounds
- Commentary on the video to advise you on the nuances of delivering an
artful and reverent experience
- Scripts with the poetic texts
- Checklists of items needed
- Diagrams of room arrangements
- A promotional flyer
- Reflection questions and advice for helping participants process their
encounter
It is a wonderful resource for catechists and
liturgists to use with Christian initiation groups, sacramental preparation
sessions, adult formation programs, youth group meetings, and retreats for
liturgical ministers.
Specifications: 8 1/2" x 11" / Book with disk.
