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While addressing the priests directly, Bishop Dewane cited the readings of the day from the Proph- et Isiah, the Book of Revelations and the Gospel of Luke, which identify those who are called to be priests The first reading states that those who "shall be named priests of the Lord, ministers of God, you shall be called." "The operative word being named," Bishop Dewane said. "This is profoundly a part of our vocation. The idea of being named is also found in the prophet Jerimiah 1:5 which states, 'Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, before you were born, I dedicated you a proph- et to the nations I appointed you.'" From the second reading from the Book of Revelation, the idea of who has been made or created who has made a kingdom of priests. The VENICE The Chrism Mass takes its name from the Sacred Chrism Oil, the most eminent of the three holy oils which the Bishop consecrates for use by parishes of the Diocese. The Order of the Blessing of the oils and consecration of the Sa- cred Chrism takes place at differ- ent times during the Mass. Vested in white, Bishop Dewane, raised hands over the urns on a table near the altar and first blessed the Oil of the Sick at the conclu- sion of the Eucharistic Prayer. Following the Prayer After Communion, the Bishop blessed the Oil of the Catechumens. Before the final blessing, the final portion is the consecration of the Sacred Chrism Oil. First balsam is poured into the oil and then mixed. The balsam is added so that it gives the oil a sweet smell intend- ed to remind those who encoun- operative word there is "made"
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the idea of being created. Finally, the Bishop continued, the Gospel of Luke, where the idea of you and I being sent has a special meaning. He has sent me - the op- erative word being sent. Bishop Dewane said to the priests: "The idea of being made is something that is truly ongoing, a work in progress. The strength of Christ is given to you and it has made your identity as a priest. It makes you new in the Lord, over and over again." As part of being called to the priesthood, Bishop Dewane said the priests are sent to follow where the Lord leads them, and to go forth humbly, joyfully and prayerfully. You are sent by the Lord through every Eucharist you cel- ebrate, sermon you preach, truth that you teach, child or adult you baptize, confession you hear, sin- ner you absolve, marriage you wit- ness, dying person you prepare for their last journey. Each one of you have been sent to continue on this priestly journey." In an appeal to the faithful, Bishop Dewane them to assist the priests, not just during this difficult time caused by the pandemic, but during all times and all difficulties. We, as a body of priests, need to be uplifted." As noted at the beginning of his homily, Bishop Dewane concluded by reminding the priests that the Word of God that carries with in- tention, a meaning and a purpose for them and for the people of God entrusted to their care. "Know, as the faithful, they trust you, they need you, they love you, and so do I. May God bless you all." From Jerusalem to Rome, and to Dioceses around the world, Pope Francis and local Bishops carry out the annual Chrism Mass, which is celebrated during Holy Week, on or before Holy Thursday. In the Diocese of Venice, the Chrism Mass ter it of the "odor of sanctity." All of the faithful are called to strive for sanctity. The Bishop then ex- tended his hands toward the ves- sel containing the oils, and at one point asked the priests to raise their right arm in prayer, and said the prayer of consecration. The celebration is brought to a close with a final blessing. The Oil of the Sick is used for those who seek anointing, and the Oil of the Catechumens, which is imposed on those pre- paring for baptism, are simply blessed," by the Bishop, while the Sacred Chrism is "consecrat- ed."
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Sacred oils blessed, consecrated at annual Mass
The holy oils which were blessed and consecrated April 7, 2020, during the Chrism Mass at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. Seen from left to right, the Oil of Sick, Sacred Chrism and the Oil of the Catechumens. Click the inset icon to view the Chrism Mass video. At top, Bishop Frank J. Dewane reads a prayer during the April 7, 2020, Chrism Mass at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. Represenative priests from each Deanery of the Diocese were present for the Mass. Below, Bishop Dewane offers the homily during the Chrism Mass. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY FC)
is traditionally celebrated on the Tuesday of Holy Week to accommo- date the priests who need to travel great distances. This year was no different.
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