Liturgy Practicum Units

LPR 511 Liturgical Formation I: Basics of Liturgy Required Theology I

A basic introduction to the practical aspects of the Church’s liturgies and rites. Envisioned outcomes: awareness of the dynamics of the liturgical seasons; awareness of the liturgical books used in the Roman rite; awareness of the various documents governing liturgical norms; appreciation of the various options available in planning liturgy; awareness of the norms regarding the Liturgy of the Hours; an understanding of the theology of lector and acolyte and the skills needed to execute these ministries; an ability to lead others in public prayer. Format: Lecture, practicum, and actual participation in various liturgical roles. Keller; one semester hour

LPR 512 Liturgical Formation II: Further Issues of Liturgy Required Theology II

A continuation of Liturgical Training I, with specific focus on the Word and the Eucharist, based upon the Lectionary, the circular letter for Holy Week, and Holy Communion and the Worship of the Eucharist outside of Mass. Envisioned Outcomes: an understanding of the liturgical calendar, especially the unique celebrations of Holy Week; an understanding and appreciation for the worship of the Eucharist outside of Mass; knowledge of the ritual for taking Communion to the hospitalized and homebound. Application of all the above to the ministries of Reader and Acolyte; an understanding of these ministries and an ability to execute them correctly and prayerfully. Format: Lecture and practicum. Keller; one semester hour

LPR 521 Deacon Practicum Required Theology III

A practical preparation for the liturgical ministry of the deacon, based on the normative liturgical documents of the Church. Envisioned outcomes: an understanding of the role of the presider in public worship; awareness of the rubric for presiding at public celebrations of the Liturgy of the Hours; awareness of the rubrics for presiding at infant baptisms, Christian funerals, and Christian marriage; an understanding of the Book of Blessings; an understanding of the norms for celebrating Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Format: lecture and practicum. Keller; one semester hour

LPR 522 Priest Practicum Required Theology IV

A practical preparation for the liturgical ministry of the priest, based on the normative liturgical documents of the Church. Envisioned outcomes: an understanding of the role of the presider in public worship; and awreness of the rubric for the celebration of the Eucharist; an understanding of the role of the confessor; awareness of the rubrics for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, Christian funerals and marriage; an understanding of the Book of Blessings; an understanding of the norms for celebrating Benediction. Format: lecture and practicum. Keller; one semester hour

LPR 513 Choir

Instruction and training in vocal and choral techniques, for use principally in liturgical settings. Envisioned outcomes: a knowledge of music in various liturgical settings; an ability to intone or sing the Mass parts. Format: practicum. Wittry; one semester hour