Introductory Rites
Processional Hymn- Given that the Mass will be celebrated during Easter
Season, the Gathering Hymn should be a festive Easter hymn.
Greeting (including Bishop’s Video Message)
Penitential Act
Collect(see page 386 in the Roman Missal)
Liturgy of the Word
(see Weekday Lectionary, no. 288, page 564)
First Reading: Acts 15.7-21
A Reading from the Acts of the Apostles.
The apostles and the elders met together to consider the conversion of the
Gentiles. 7After there had been much debate, Peter stood up and said to
them, ‘My brothers, you know that in the early days God made a choice
among you, that I should be the one through whom the Gentiles would hear
the message of the good news and become believers. 8And God, who knows
the human heart, testified to them by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as he
did to us; 9and in cleansing their hearts by faith he has made no distinction
between them and us. 10Now therefore why are you putting God to the test
by placing on the neck of the disciples a yoke that neither our ancestors nor
we have been able to bear? 11On the contrary, we believe that we will be
saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus, just as they will.’
12 The whole assembly kept silence, and listened to Barnabas and Paul as
they told of all the signs and wonders that God had done through them
among the Gentiles. 13After they finished speaking, James replied, ‘My
brothers, listen to me. 14Simeon has related how God first looked favourably
on the Gentiles, to take from among them a people for his name. 15This
agrees with the words of the prophets, as it is written,
16 “After this I will return, and I will rebuild the dwelling of David, which has
fallen; from its ruins I will rebuild it, and I will set it up,
17 so that all other peoples may seek the Lord—
even all the Gentiles over whom my name has been called.
Thus says the Lord, who has been making these things 18known from
long ago.”*
19Therefore I have reached the decision that we should not trouble those
Gentiles who are turning to God, 20but we should write to them to abstain
only from things polluted by idols and from fornication and from whatever
has been strangled and from blood. 21For in every city, for generations past,
Moses has had those who proclaim him, for he has been read aloud every
sabbath in the synagogues.’
The word of the Lord.
Responsorial Psalm-Psalm 96
Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.
O sing to the LORD a new song;
sing to the LORD, all the earth.
Sing to the LORD, bless his name. R
Tell of his salvation from day to day.
Declare his glory among the nations,
his marvellous works among all the peoples. R
Say among the nations, ‘The LORD is king!
The world is firmly established; it shall never be moved.
He will judge the peoples with equity.’ R
Gospel Acclamation John 10.27
This verse may accompany the singing of the Alleluia.
If the Alleluia is not sung, the acclamation is omitted
Alleluia, Alleluia
My Sheep listen to my voice, says the Lord;
I know them, and they follow me.
Gospel
John 15.9-11
9Before
the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to
depart from this world and go to the Father. During the supper, Jesus said to
the disciples: “As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my
love. 10If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I
have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. 11I have said
these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be
complete”.
The Gospel of the Lord.
Prayer of the FaithfulPriest’s Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, filled with Paschal
joy and confident in the promise of Christ’s faithfulness, let us place
our needs before God.
For the Church: that it always be a living witness of the goodness of God.
United in faith, we pray to the Lord. R. Lord, hear our prayer.
For the freedom to worship God in our country: that we never take this gift
for granted. United in faith, we pray to the Lord. R. Lord, hear our prayer.
For those who struggle with mental, physical, and emotional pain: that they
may find healing and consolation in Christ Jesus. United in faith, we pray to
the Lord. R. Lord, hear our prayer.
For students across the province of Ontario: that our united celebration of
Mass this day may strengthen the values and beliefs we share in common
with our brothers and sisters .United in faith, we pray to the Lord. R. Lord,
hear our prayer.
For today’s youth: that we may be guided to learn and grow in our journey
of faith. United in faith, we pray to the Lord. R. Lord, hear our prayer.
For Catholic Education: that it continue to be a faithful and constant
reminder of God’s deep love for us. United in faith, we pray to the Lord. R.
Lord, hear our prayer.
(The final intention is to be decided by the schools.)
Priest’s Prayer: God, our Father, look upon your people gathered
here in the name of your Crucified and Risen Son. Hear and answer
our prayer so that, strengthened by the Holy Spirit, we may more
fervently serve you. We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Preparation of the Altar and the Gifts
Offertory Hymn-the Offertory procession may express the strength given
to us by Christ by singing a hymn, such as “All the ends of the earth”, “City
of God”, and “Make me a channel of your peace.”
Eucharist Prayer- Preface of Easter I-V: (pages 534-543 of the Roman
Missal)
Holy, holy, holy (sung with Mass setting most known by the students)
Memorial Acclamation (sung with Mass setting most known by the
students)
Amen (sung with Mass setting most known by the students)
The Communion Rite
Lord’s Prayer
Sign of Peace
Breaking of Bread
Lamb of God (sung with Mass setting most known by the students)
Communion Hymn- the Communion Procession may express the strength
given to us by Christ, such as “All the ends of the earth”, “City of God”, and
“Make me a channel of your peace.”
Concluding Rites
Blessing
Closing Hymn- “Here I am Lord” (as chosen by the Catholic Board Council).
AFTER MASS
 Viewing of video greetings by political leaders and celebrities
wishing student well for Catholic Education Week
 Social Justice Activities (optional) for use by schools for the
remainder of the day