Unpacking Our Faith: Why Do We Celebrate Mass? Discovering Its Power and Purpose (Week 1)

Every Sunday, as Catholics, we gather for Mass to remember and live out what Jesus instituted at the Last Supper. Did you know that Jesus' command, “Do this in remembrance of me,” has been continuously honored for almost two thousand years? Each time we celebrate Mass, we fulfill His directive, allowing Jesus to be truly present among us.

As Mass begins, our gathering takes the shape of a united community (General Instruction of the Roman Missal). When the priest and ministers process in, the assembly is complete, and we become the people of God, with Christ present in our midst.

The priest then begins with the Sign of the Cross, proclaiming, “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit,” to which the congregation responds, “Amen.” This gesture calls us to remember the victory of Jesus on Good Friday, where He conquered death on the cross. Our active participation—responding with conviction, listening, and singing wholeheartedly—brings this sacred celebration to life.

May the blessings of Divine Mercy be with you as you listen, reflect, respond, and sing with faith and enthusiasm in this Mass. Amen!