“For it is the liturgy through which, especially in the divine sacrifice of the Eucharist, “the work of our redemption is accomplished,” and it is through the liturgy, especially, that the faithful are enabled to express in their lives and manifest to others the mystery of Christ and the real nature of the true Church.”
– Second Vatican Council, Sacrosanctum Concilium
Reflection
From the ancient truism, Lex Orandi, Lex Credendi, Lex Vivendi (as we worship, so we believe, so we live), we are challenged that liturgy is not just an add-on to our faith lives but an essential expression of it. We recognise the need to continually renew and strengthen our liturgical celebrations so that all the baptised may truly participate in the life of the Church and undertake the missionary role that Christ calls each believer to (Matthew 28:19-20).
Being a Synodal Church challenges all believers to recognise their giftedness and asks them to serve. The Diocese makes a commitment to ensure that everyone is able to exercise their proper roles and ministries within the liturgical celebrations conducted here in Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.
Liturgy and ritual helps each believer to experience God in their day-to-day lives and to be nourished for their faith journey so that they may take up the opportunities presented to witness to the hope that is inside of them.
How our communities are becoming renewed in spirit and prayer
Resources
Lectio Divina invites us into a special conversation with God. These social media graphics and printed-foldable booklet outline some practical steps on how to journey with Jesus through this beautiful form of prayer. You might consider keeping it safely stored in your own personal bible as you explore the beauty, wonder and meaning of scripture.
Pope Francis has challenged young people across the globe to consider how they are the ‘now of God’. Not the future of the Church. But the present. This contemporary video draws together some inspiration from Pope Francis for reflection and prayer.
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