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The Liturgy Library contains information helpful to liturgical ministry, liturgy evaluation tools, planning sheets, and diocesan policies. Just click on the heading in the Table of Contents or scroll down the page to find what you need. Check out the Liturgy Links and Preaching Links pages for links to other web resources. Information regarding the liturgical calendar can be found on the Events page.
For information on sacramental records, including reporting forms, click here.
Abbreviations: EMHC = Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion SCAP = Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest
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All documents are in PDF format; if the document is available in MS Word, a separate link is provided. MS Word documents are able to be saved to your hard drive, filled in, and then attached to an e-mail if needed.
Abuse Crisis: Prayer Resources
Prayer from the USCCB (link to USCCB website)
A collection of prayers, litanies, and readings.
Resource from the Diocese of Lansing For use with Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, or other types of prayer.
Prayers from the Diocese of St. Cloud A prayer for victims and a prayer for priests.
Intercessions from the Diocese of San Jose To adapt and use in parish liturgies.
Here is a synopsis of the GIRM and the US Bishops' Sing to the Lord that parish musicians may find helpful.
Youth in Liturgy - Dubuque Archdiocese Recommendations In the Fall of 2007, a study group made their recommendations regarding youth and the liturgy to the Dubuque Archdiocesan Worship Commission. With their permission, the document is made available here for your reflection.
An article written by Deacon Agnoli on the connection between liturgy and justice and posted on the EnVision Church website.
"Principles and Practicalities for Preparing the Liturgy" A brief reflection by John Leonard and Patrick Malloy on the dispositions required of liturgical ministers. Posted with permission.
A listing of the ritual books and other resources for a basic parish liturgical library.
A bibliography of resources in liturgical studies.
Additional Resources: Preaching A bibliography of resources for the preaching ministry.
Assessment Tool for Parish Liturgical Life (MS Word version) This tool is intended for the use of parish liturgical commissions or parish councils.
Parish Liturgy Survey (MS Word version) This survey is intended to be distributed to the parish at large.
This section includes planning sheets to be used when Mass will be celebrated with the Bishop, as well as planning sheets for other parish liturgies.
The following resources are made available in order to assist parishes in preparing for liturgies with the Bishop. The forms may be downloaded and printed, or they may be saved to your hard drive and then completed as a word document. As a reminder, the completed forms should be returned to the Office of Liturgy (by mail, fax, or e-mail attachment) at least two weeks before the Bishop is scheduled to be at the parish. Instructions for celebrating the liturgy with the Bishop can be found in Policies Relating to the Bishop in the Liturgy.
Preparation Sheet for Solemn Liturgies (MS Word version) This form is used for preparing the liturgy when the bishop presides at more solemn occasions; it is also useful in preparing the weekly liturgy in parishes
Preparation Sheet for Confirmation (MS Word version) Please use this form when you are preparing to celebrate Confirmation in your parish.
Preparation Sheet for Funerals with the Bishop (MS Word version) Please use this form when the bishop will be either presiding at a funeral or attending "in choir."
Describes the components of Eucharistic Adoration, Exposition, and Benediction; includes a discussion of the rubrics governing the use of the monstrance or ciborium for exposition, the use of the humeral veil and cope, and the differences called for when a lay person leads the rite instead of a priest or deacon.
Adoration Resources from the USCCB Website: A Holy Hour in Honor of St. Paul
The Order of Christian Funerals: An Overview A flowchart outlining the progression of rites in the OCF, including explanations of the various rites and norms regarding cremation.
Planning Sheet for the Vigil (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Vigil with Reception of the Body (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Funeral Liturgy Within Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Funeral Liturgy Outside of Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Committal (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for Infant Baptism (MS Word Version)
Please click here to see instructions for celebrating baptism within Mass.
The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith has reminded us that baptism must use the traditional Trinitarian formula (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). "Baptisms" attempted using other formulas are invalid. Detailed news stories are available on the Catholic News Service website: CDF-Baptism and Baptism Reaction. The actual response by the CDF is found on the Vatican website.
Summary Table: How to Pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Black and White version)
Planning Sheet for Morning Prayer: Version 1 Word Version 1 PDF Version 2 Word Version 2 PDF
Planning Sheet for Evening Prayer: Version 1 Word Version 1 PDF Version 2 Word Version 2 PDF
SCAP and Weekday Celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word with Communion
These planning sheets for SCAP are intended for use with the second edition (2006) of the ritual text.
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Word Service (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Morning Prayer (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Evening Prayer (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for a Weekday Liturgy of the Word with Communion (MS Word version)
Other resources from the 2008 Summer Workshops:
Presentation Outline (PPT Slides)
Handout Comparing 1994 and 2006 Rites
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Marriage Within Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Marriage Outside Mass (MS Word version)
The Bishop in the Liturgy; Confirmation; Knights of Columbus
Policies Relating to the Bishop in the Liturgy These policies express the practices to be followed when the bishop presides; revised as of May 31, 2009.
A listing of the canonical requirements for being a Confirmation sponsor.
Policies Relating to the Knights of Columbus in the Liturgy A description of the particular way the Knights in our diocese are to participate in the liturgy.
Building Projects / Art and Architecture
The Diocesan Building Commission serves to advise the Bishop and assist parishes and other communities with their repair, renovation, and building projects. Consultation with the Building Commission is required for any renovation or building project; if the liturgical space is involved, the Diocesan Liturgical Commission must also be consulted. Please refer to the following policies for details.
The Building Commission meets on the last Thursday of every month. The Liturgical Commission meets every other month. Communities should contact the chair of each commission to arrange for a time to present their projects. The chair of the Building Commission is Fr. Jim Vrba (563-732-2271) and the chair of the Liturgical Commission is Dc. Frank Agnoli (563-324-1912 x255).
Policies Relating to Building and Renovation Projects All building and renovation projects in parishes must be in accord with the policies included in this document, which describes when and how the Diocesan Building and Liturgical Commissions are to be consulted. This policy has been updated as of 10/01/08; included now is a deanery report form, available here in both PDF and WORD formats. An audit form to help parishes keep track of their projects is also available in PDF and WORD.
Policies Relating to Art and Architecture This policy addresses specific questions regarding church art and architecture and makes the options available in Built of Living Stones particular for our diocese. Updated 2/14/08 to include a section on the disposition of sacred items no longer needed or suitable for liturgical use.
Resource: Parish Accessibility Survey (PDF) Reflecting the virtue of hospitality, this checklist is intended to help parishes assess their church and other buildings in terms of accessibility. Also available in WORD format.
Built of Living Stones (Link to USCCB Website) This link takes you to the US Bishops' document on art, architecture, and worship. Diocesan policy requires that the provisions of this document be followed in building and renovation projects.
Please see our Liturgy Links page for web resources related to building and renovation projects.
Communion for those with Gluten and/or Alcohol Intolerance A resource for pastors and others providing ministry to those unable to share in Communion because of intolerance to gluten (wheat) and/or alcohol.
Norms to be followed when priests concelebrate at Mass.
Recipes for substantial bread that are both valid and licit.
Guidance for those parishes that wish to use Iowa wines for the Liturgy.
This policy reviews the proper ministry of the deacon at Mass.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) This policy describes the formation, commissioning, and ministry of EMHCs within and outside of Mass.
Form for Nominating EMHCs (MS Word version) Please use this form when writing to the Bishop to nominate individuals for the ministry of EMHC.
Norms governing preaching by laity in the diocese. This form is used by pastors to nominate laypersons for this ministry (Word version).
Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest Policies to be followed when Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest are deemed necessary. Includes information on the rites to be used and on the formation and commissioning of ministers to lead these rites. This form is used by pastors to nominate laypersons for this ministry (Word version).
Weekday Celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word with Communion Policies to be followed when Communion is to be distributed outside of Mass on a weekday. Includes information on the rites to be used and on the formation and commissioning of ministers to lead these rites.
Resource: Music Guidelines for the Celebration of Marriage (MS Word version) This resource is an update of our 1995 listing of suggested music for the celebration of marriage. The music selection form included in the resource are also available here in PDF and MS Word versions.
Click here to access our liturgy preparation forms for the Rite of Marriage.
Implementation of Summorum Pontificum Noting that the Holy Father has relaxed the restrictions on using the 1962 Missal as a way to foster reconciliation in the Church, Bishop Amos has stated that “[t]he rightful desire of some of the faithful to celebrate according to these rites must be balanced against the Holy Father’s insistence that the unity and normal pastoral care of parishes is not to be disturbed; the ordinary form of the Mass must continue to be made available.” This way, the introduction of the 1962 Mass into the Diocese can be done as a part of overall pastoral planning, taking both the needs of the faithful and available resources into consideration. In order to assist in the reception of the Holy Father's letter, and in order to foster the reconciliation and unity that prompted its writing, the following interim policy is in effect for our diocese:
Interim Policy for Implementing Summorum Pontificum in the Diocese
This Prayer Service for use in Times of Disaster is posted here courtesy of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Please feel free to use or modify it as you deem necessary.
Prayer for the People of Haiti - courtesy of Diane Macalintal, Diocese of San Jose (in English and Spanish)
RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
A flowchart summarizing the progression of rites in the RCIA. The paths followed by catechumens, candidates for full communion, and adult Catholics returning for Confirmation are specified.
Here is a list of resources suggested by RCIA ministers in the diocese and from around the country.
Notes on the Pre-catechumenate and Catechumenate A brief description of the rites celebrated during the first phases of the RCIA.
Notes on the Period of Purification An outline of the rites from the RCIA celebrated with candidates and catechumens during the Period of Purification (usually Lent).
Short paragraphs that explain the RCIA rites used during Lent; for use in parish bulletins.
Notes on the RCIA and the Triduum The sequence of the rites during the Triduum.
A summary of Church discipline concerning the Confirmation of candidates and catechumens, as well as a listing of when priests need permission to Confirm.
Notes on the Rites during Mystagogy A mention of the special ways to celebrate with the neophytes.
Baptisms not recognized by the Roman Catholic Church In order to be recognized as valid, baptisms in other Christian communities must be done with water (according to the practice of that community: sprinkled, poured, immersion, submersion) and in the name of the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) as understood by the Catholic Church. As a guide to assist in decision-making, this document lists communities whose baptism is not recognized by the Catholic Church. The document may not be exhaustive, so questions about individual cases should be referred to the Office of Liturgy (RCIA) or the Tribunal (permissions or dispensations for marriage and related matters).
The RCIA and Orthodox Christians A very brief introduction to the special issues raised when an Orthodox Christian seeks full communion with the Catholic Church.
Those involved in RCIA ministry are invited to join an e-mail listserv organized by the Office of Liturgy and the Office of Communications at the chancery. If you are interested in networking with others who minister in the RCIA please e-mail the Director of Liturgy.
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