Chrism mass
Tuesday, I attended the Chrism Mass. This is where the oils for anointing are consecrated (blessed). There are three oils: 1. One for anointing the sick; 2. One for preparing adults for baptism; and 3. One used in baptism, confirmation, and the taking of Holy Orders (i.e., becoming a member of the Religious life--a priest or nun).(Note: I don't know if the third oil is also used when one becomes a member of the Third Order (that is, consecrated laity--people who may be married, but still perform a religious function--deacons, lay bretheren and sisters, etc.). I'll have to ask about that.)
The most awe-some thing about the Chrism Mass is that it is the annual renewal of religious vows, so priests from across the diocese were there. They all renewed their covenents, and then all blessed the Chrism oil (the aforementioned third oil). Seeing that many priests in one place, all in full vestment, reassures me about the future of the Church. We may not be perfect, but we are The People of God. And, with God's help, we (will) act accordingly.
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