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Liturgical Preparation Aid: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
This booklet, in preparation for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ on June 2, 2024, is one of several resources and formation opportunities which the Federation is providing during the Eucharistic Revival.
Eucharistic Adoration Webinar Series
In preparation for the new translation of Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharistic Mystery Outside Mass (2024), the FDLC is pleased to offer a free webinar series on Eucharistic Adoration and Exposition
Sunday of the Word of God 2024 Resources
In 2019, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God. This year it will fall on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Sacrosanctum Concilium 60th Anniversary Prayer Service
To mark the sixtieth anniversary of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy (December 4, 1963 to 2023), the FDLC has prepared a prayer service. It quotes heavily from the Constitution itself, even the intercessory prayers draw from the language of the Sacrosanctum Concilium.
FDLC Annual Appeal 2023-2024
“With Zeal and Patience” SC 19 Dear FDLC Members and Friends, This Federation was founded in 1969 during a momentous period in our Church’s history. Those early years were marked by remarkable scholarship, legendary leadership, and bold change. The liturgical renewal continues to be inspired by the Holy Spirit. The wisdom of the Council Fathers continues to be championed by Popes and applauded by the faithful. The mission of this Federation continues to be the fulfillment of the Council’s vision. Yet again and still, the FDLC seeks to educate and enlighten, to train and teach. As members of diocesan liturgical…
2023 Advent & Christmas Liturgical Preparation Aid
Download our free Liturgical Preparation Aid for the Seasons of Advent and Christmas, now available for 2023-2024 (Year B).
Prayers for the Synod
On September 14, the Holy See released prayers for the opening of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops (October 4, 2023).
The Divine Office Hymnal Webinars
The Secretariat of Divine Worship and the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions will co-sponsor two, 75-minute webinars on The Divine Office Hymnal on Thursdays, October 19 and 26 at 1:00PM ET.
Liturgical Preparation Aid: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
This booklet will is one of several resources, website postings, and formation opportunities which the Federation is providing during the Eucharistic Revival.
2023 FDLC National Meeting Registration Now Open!
Please join us for the fifty-fourth national meeting of diocesan liturgical commissions in Cincinatti, Ohio, October 10-12, 2023!
Liturgical Preparation Aid for Lent, the Sacred Paschal Triduum, and the Easter Season 2023 (Year A)
FDLC is pleased to offer this collection of free resources to assist in your parish and diocesan preparations for Lent, the Sacred Paschal Triduum, and the Easter Season in both English and Spanish.
Resources on the Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
FDLC joins in prayer for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who passed into eternal life on December 31 at 9:34 AM (Rome Time) at Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in Vatican City. May he rest in peace. Well done, good and faithful servant.
Eucharist: The Work of Our Redemption
In response to Pope Francis’ call for a “serious and dynamic liturgical formation” (ibid, 31), the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is pleased to present a five-part Lenten series for an exploration of the Mass – “Eucharist: The Work of our Redemption.”
Sunday of the Word of God 2023 Resources
On September 30, 2019, on the liturgical memorial of St. Jerome, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God. This year it will fall on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
Annual Appeal 2022-2023
“With thankfulness in our hearts to God” Colossians 3:16 Dear FDLC Members and Friends, This Federation was founded in 1969 during a momentous period in our Church’s history. Those early years were marked by remarkable scholarship, legendary leadership, and bold change. The liturgical renewal continues to be inspired by the Holy Spirit. The wisdom of the Council Fathers continues to be championed by Popes and applauded by the faithful. The mission of this Federation continues to be the fulfillment of the Council’s vision. Yet again and still, the FDLC seeks to educate and enlighten, to train and teach. As members…
2022 Advent & Christmas Liturgical Preparation Aid
Our free, seasonal booklet to help prepare liturgies during the Advent and Christmas seasons is now available.
New Apostolic Letter: Desiderio Desideravi
On the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, the Holy Father has released a new Apostolic Letter, Desiderio Desideravi, on the liturgical formation of the People of God. Its title is drawn from Luke 22:15 – “I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.”
Prayers for the Community of Uvalde
Heavenly Father, You are the source of life and the seat of all wisdom…
Liturgy Preparation Aid
Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ June 19, 2022 On June 19, 2022, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) launches a Eucharistic Revival initiative. Over the next several years, the dioceses of the USA will recommit ourselves to our Eucharistic identity and will reaffirm our faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. We believe that the best way to increase faith in the eucharist is the full and authentic celebration of the Mass – the source and summit of our…
Optional Text for Good Friday Solemn Intercession: For Peace in Ukraine
The Roman Missal states that “in a situation of grave public need, the Diocesan Bishop may permit or order the addition of a special intention” (Roman Missal, The Passion of the Lord, no. 13) in addition to the ten solemn intercessions which are provided for the Good Friday Liturgy. Sample (Austria Bishops Conference): (Translations courtesy of Fr. Michael Lewis and Fr. Ivan Montelongo, Diocese of El Paso. Music engraved by Peter Kolar.) Sample (Diocese of Albany):
Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary: March 25, 2022
Pope Francis has invited all the Bishops of the world and their local Churches to participate in an Act of Consecration on March 25 to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. “…I intend to carry out a solemn Act of Consecration of humanity, and Russia and Ukraine in particular, to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Since it is fitting that we should invoke peace with our hearts renewed by God’s forgiveness, the Act of Consecration will take place within a Celebration of Penance to be held in Saint Peter’s Basilica at 5:00 p.m., Rome time. The Act itself will take place…
Prayer & Liturgical Resources for Peace
Prayer for Peace by Pope Francis, Suggested Mass Texts, Sample Intercessions, and Music Suggestions
Liturgical Preparation Aid: Lent, Triduum, and Easter 2022
The Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is pleased, once again, to provide resources to aid in your preparations for Lent, the Sacred Paschal Triduum, and the Easter Season.
Southwest Liturgical Conference Study Week Celebrates 60 Years
Congratulations to our friends and colleagues in Regions Ten and Thirteen who have just completed their 60th Annual Southwest Liturgical Conference Study Week! The Church of the United States has been blessed by their six decades of tireless dedication to liturgical formation.
Sunday of the Word of God 2022 Free Resources
On September 30, 2019, on the liturgical memorial of St. Jerome, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God. This year it will fall on Sunday, January 23, 2022.