Introductory Rites and the Liturgy of the Word

​Introductory Rites

By Katrina Tomo

Multiple Choice

We welcome the priest and one another. We stand and sing an entrance song.

• Penitential Rite

• Blessing

• Entrance and Greeting

The Mass begins with a processional hymn. Then, the priest begins with the sign of the cross.

Multiple Choice

The priest invites us to think of ways we have offended God and one another. We ask God and one another for forgiveness.

• Eucharistic Prayer

• Penitential Rite

It is a time for the faithful to acknowledge their sins and ask for God's mercy and forgiveness.

Multiple Choice

 This is a prayer or song that we say/sing in response to God’s word.

• First Reading

• Responsorial Psalm

• Penitential Rite

It follows the first reading and precedes the second reading, serving as a meditative response to God's Word.

Multiple Choice

This is read on Sundays and feast days. It comes from the second part of the Bible called the New Testament.

• Second Reading

• First Reading

This reading is especially significant because it connects the themes of the Old Testament with the teachings of Jesus Christ and the early Christian community.

Multiple Choice

This reading comes from the first part of the Bible called the Old Testament.

• First Reading

• Second Reading

• Responsorial Psalm

The themes of the First Reading echo or relate to those of the Gospel, providing a fuller understanding of God’s message.

Open Ended

When the priest says: The Proclamation of the Gospel according to Matthew, we respond "Glory to You, O Lord" while making a small sign of the cross on our forehead, lips, and heart. Why do we do that?

The 3rd reading is taken from one of the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John. This reading presents the life, teachings, and works of Jesus Christ.