Thursday, October 13, 2011

Catholic Mass Will Have Sweeping Changes Soon; Celebrating Mass Will Switch from Latin to English

The Washington Times website reports today (October 13, 2011) that American Catholics can expect a "bumpy transition," as they are about to encounter the most sweeping changes to the text of the Mass in more than 40 years.

The changeover -- which has already been implemented in the United Kingdom -- will begin this month in the United States, and be completed by November 27, 2011, with both the priest and the congregation switching to the new English translation of the original Latin text containing prayers and instructions for the celebration of the Mass.

Supporters of the new text -- some 30 years in the making -- say it is a more literal translation of the original Latin, and is expected to encourage a deeper prayer experience for congregations.

Critics -- who have no choice in the transition -- counter that the new language is confusing and obscure in some places.

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