LITURGICAL RENEWAL 1

Our Diocese and Parish are in a Liturgical Renewal, part of the Pastoral Plan. Following are helpful documents and articles on different aspects and parts of the Mass that we celebrate.

• Bishop of San Jose's Letter on Liturgical Renewal.
  

• Week 1 Renewed at the Table of the Lord: Beginning Our Journey

  
  

  In this Easter season of new life and resurrection, our diocese begins a journey of liturgical renewal called Renewed at the Table of the Lord. Over the next two years, we will walk together through the parts of the Mass, deepening our understanding and participation in the source and summit of our Catholic life: the Holy Eucharist.

  This renewal is an invitation to experience more fully what we already have: the incredible gift of encountering the mystery of Christ's sacrifice made manifest in the Mass, and God’s tremendous love for each of us. The Second Vatican Council called all members of the Church to participate fully, consciously, and actively in the liturgy. This means bringing our whole selves to Mass: our hearts, our voices, our attention, and our lives.

  This spring, we are focusing on the Introductory Rites: those opening moments when we gather as the Body of Christ, ask for God's mercy, and prepare to hear His word. In the fall, we will explore the Liturgy of the Word. Next Lent brings the Liturgy of the Eucharist. And in fall 2027, we will reflect on being sent forth as missionary disciples in the Concluding Rites.

  This journey is part of our diocesan Pastoral Plan, which culminates in 2031 under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Just as our Blessed Mother leads us to her Son, this renewal helps us discover how the Mass forms us, nourishes us, and sends us forth to love and serve. Your parish liturgical leaders have been trained and are ready to guide us in this renewal.

  In the weeks ahead, watch for articles in our bulletin, resources on our parish website, diocesan social media posts, and other opportunities to learn more. Most importantly, come to Mass with open hearts and bring all that you are before the Lord, who promises to be with us always. Let us walk this journey together, allowing the Mass to transform us into the people God calls us to be. May Our Lady of Guadalupe guide us closer to her Son, that we may be Renewed at the Table of the Lord.