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12/17/2012

Greetings!

I thought the Rite of Acceptance (into the Order of Catechumens, for the unbaptized) and the Rite of Welcome (into Full Communion for the already baptized) went very well. At least, I thought Fr. Dennis Polanco’s approach made it personable. He brought both groups together along with the Assembly, invited everyone to the Mass and tied in the Homily with the Advent Season. I also thought some of the choir music was also memorable for this occasion.

Please take this short survey below so that you can also have an opportunity to reflect upon this important formal rite and beginning of your faith journey with this parish, who met you for the first time today.

Post Rite of Acceptance/Welcome Survey

What was memorable for you about this Rite? What spoke to you most? *

What was surprising or new about this particular celebration? *

When we joined the Opening Procession, what were we supposed to do? What actually happened? *

In Fr. Dennis’ Homily he mentioned the meaning of Advent. What does the word Adventus mean and how did he connect the Rite we celebrated with that word? *

In his Homily, Fr. Dennis also mentioned the terrible event this past Friday in Connecticut. He tied it into the Christmas story saying Christmas, though joyous, is also bittersweet. What event in the Christmas Story was he referring to? *

Are there any memorable songs (or words that were spoken) during the Rite or the Mass that were particularly meaningful for you. *

Is there anything else you would like to add or ask? *

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2 Comments

Jay

12/17/2012 03:43:56 am

This form/survey should work now.

12/17/2012 06:35:14 am

Turns out, all responses to the surveys are anonymous. So let me answer somebody's question regarding whether this RITE is only done once a year. Generally, it is only done once a year and usually at the start of Advent, for reasons that you probably can better understand now. However, the RITE itself is very similar to what happens everytime there is a baptism celebrated within the mass. Next time you are at a Sunday mass here and there is a baptism, take note and see if you can see the similarities.

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