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The Liturgy Library contains information helpful to liturgical ministry, liturgy evaluation tools, planning sheets, and diocesan policies. Just click on the heading in the Table of Contents or scroll down the page to find what you need. Check out the Liturgy Links and Preaching Links pages for links to other web resources. Information regarding the liturgical calendar can be found on the Events page.
For information on sacramental records, including reporting forms, click here.
Abbreviations: EMHC = Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion SCAP = Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest
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All documents are in PDF format; if the document is available in MS Word, a separate link is provided. MS Word documents are able to be saved to your hard drive, filled in, and then attached to an e-mail if needed.
Abuse Crisis: Prayer Resources
Prayer from the USCCB (link to USCCB website)
Here is a synopsis of the GIRM and the US Bishops' Sing to the Lord that parish musicians may find helpful.
Youth in Liturgy - Dubuque Archdiocese Recommendations In the Fall of 2007, a study group made their recommendations regarding youth and the liturgy to the Dubuque Archdiocesan Worship Commission. With their permission, the document is made available here for your reflection.
A listing of the ritual books and other resources for a basic parish liturgical library.
Additional Resources: Liturgy (pending)
Additional Resources: Preaching A bibliography of resources for the preaching ministry.
Assessment Tool for Parish Liturgical Life (MS Word version) This tool is intended for the use of parish liturgical commissions or parish councils.
Parish Liturgy Survey (MS Word version) This survey is intended to be distributed to the parish at large.
This section includes planning sheets to be used when Mass will be celebrated with the Bishop, as well as planning sheets for other parish liturgies.
The following resources are made available in order to assist parishes in preparing for liturgies with the Bishop. The forms may be downloaded and printed, or they may be saved to your hard drive and then completed as a word document. As a reminder, the completed forms should be returned to the Office of Liturgy (by mail, fax, or e-mail attachment) at least two weeks before the Bishop is scheduled to be at the parish. Instructions for celebrating the liturgy with the Bishop can be found in Policies Relating to the Bishop in the Liturgy.
Planning Sheet for Solemn Liturgies (MS Word version) This form is used for preparing the liturgy when the bishop presides at more solemn occasions; it is also useful in preparing the weekly liturgy in parishes
Planning Sheet for Confirmation (MS Word version) Please use this form when you are preparing to celebrate Confirmation in your parish.
Planning Sheet for Funerals with the Bishop (MS Word version) Please use this form when the bishop will be either presiding at a funeral or attending "in choir."
Adoration and Exposition with Benediction
Adoration and Exposition led by an EMHC
The Order of Christian Funerals: An Overview A flowchart outlining the progression of rites in the OCF, including explanations of the various rites and norms regarding cremation.
Planning Sheet for the Vigil (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Vigil with Reception of the Body (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Funeral Liturgy Within Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Funeral Liturgy Outside of Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Committal (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for Infant Baptism (MS Word Version)
Please click here to see instructions for celebrating baptism within Mass.
Morning Prayer
Evening Prayer
SCAP and Weekday Celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word with Communion
These planning sheets for SCAP are intended for use with the second edition (2006) of the ritual text.
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Word Service (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Morning Prayer (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for SCAP: Evening Prayer (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for a Weekday Liturgy of the Word with Communion (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Marriage Within Mass (MS Word version)
Planning Sheet for the Rite of Marriage Outside Mass (MS Word version)
The Bishop in the Liturgy; Confirmation
Policies Relating to the Bishop in the Liturgy These policies express the practices to be followed when the bishop presides.
A listing of the canonical requirements for being a Confirmation sponsor.
Building Projects / Art and Architecture
The Diocesan Building Commission serves to advise the Bishop and assist parishes and other communities with their repair, renovation, and building projects. Consultation with the Building Commission is required for any renovation or building project; if the liturgical space is involved, the Diocesan Liturgical Commission must also be consulted. Please refer to the following policies for details.
The Building Commission meets on the last Thursday of every month. The Liturgical Commission meets every other month. Communities should contact the chair of each commission to arrange for a time to present their projects. The chair of the Building Commission is Fr. Jim Vrba (563-732-2271) and the chair of the Liturgical Commission is Dcn. Frank Agnoli (563-324-1912 x255).
Policies Relating to Building and Renovation Projects All building and renovation projects in parishes must be in accord with the policies included in this document, which describes when and how the Diocesan Building and Liturgical Commissions are to be consulted.
Policies Relating to Art and Architecture This policy addresses specific questions regarding church art and architecture and makes the options available in Built of Living Stones particular for our diocese. Updated 2/14/08 to include a section on the disposition of sacred items no longer needed or suitable for liturgical use.
Built of Living Stones (Link to USCCB Website) This link takes you to the US Bishops' document on art, architecture, and worship. Diocesan policy requires that the provisions of this document be followed in building and renovation projects.
Please see our Liturgy Links page for web resources related to building and renovation projects.
Communion for those with Gluten and/or Alcohol Intolerance A resource for pastors and others providing ministry to those unable to share in Communion because of intolerance to gluten (wheat) and/or alcohol.
Norms to be followed when priests concelebrate at Mass.
Recipes for substantial bread that are both valid and licit.
This policy reviews the proper ministry of the deacon at Mass.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) This policy describes the formation, commissioning, and ministry of EMHCs within and outside of Mass.
Form for Nominating EMHCs (MS Word version) Please use this form when writing to the Bishop to nominate individuals for the ministry of EMHC.
Norms governing preaching by laity in the diocese.
Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest Policies to be followed when Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest are deemed necessary. Includes information on the rites to be used and on the formation and commissioning of ministers to lead these rites.
Weekday Celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word with Communion Policies to be followed when Communion is to be distributed outside of Mass on a weekday. Includes information on the rites to be used and on the formation and commissioning of ministers to lead these rites.
Implementation of Summorum Pontificum
On July 7, 2007, Pope Benedict XVI published his Apostolic Letter, Summorum pontificum, which relaxed restrictions on the use of the Tridentine (1962) Mass. In order to assist in the reception of the Holy Father's letter, and in order to foster the reconciliation and unity that prompted its writing, the following interim policy is in effect for our diocese:
Interim Policy for Implementing Summorum Pontificum in the Diocese
RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
A flowchart summarizing the progression of rites in the RCIA. The paths followed by catechumens, candidates for full communion, and adult Catholics returning for Confirmation are specified.
Notes on the Pre-catechumenate and Catechumenate A brief description of the rites celebrated during the first phases of the RCIA.
Notes on the Period of Purification An outline of the rites from the RCIA celebrated with candidates and catechumens during the Period of Purification (usually Lent).
Short paragraphs that explain the RCIA rites used during Lent; for use in parish bulletins.
Notes on the RCIA and the Triduum The sequence of the rites during the Triduum.
A summary of Church discipline concerning the Confirmation of candidates and catechumens, as well as a listing of when priests need permission to Confirm.
Notes on the Rites during Mystagogy A mention of the special ways to celebrate with the neophytes.
Baptisms not recognized by the Roman Catholic Church In order to be recognized as valid, baptisms in other Christian communities must be done with water (according to the practice of that community: sprinkled, poured, immersion, submersion) and in the name of the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) as understood by the Catholic Church. As a guide to assist in decision-making, this document lists communities whose baptism is not recognized by the Catholic Church. The document may not be exhaustive, so questions about individual cases should be referred to the Office of Liturgy (RCIA) or the Tribunal (permissions or dispensations for marriage and related matters).
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