You matter at Mass
SESSION 1: MYSTERY
April 4 - April 10, 2021
How can God be justly praised? Is our prayer sufficient for God? How does faith help a person pray? Why is the Mass a mystery? This session will explore the theological meaning of mystery and the action of entering into the mystery of the Eucharistic Prayer as an act of faith.
SESSION 1 OUTLINE
PRE-SESSION 1 SURVEY
5-Question Survey
Please complete this 5-question, multiple-choice survey before beginning Session 1. This survey is anonymous and private. Responses are used only for the research project evaluation.
PRESENTATION
26-minute Video
Here we go! Watch the Session 1 video and then continue on to reflection and discussion questions.
REFLECTION
Journal Questions
Journaling questions are provided for personal prayer, reflection, and group discussion. The group discussion is optional but highly recommended.
POST-SESSION 1 SURVEY
5-Question Survey
Please complete this short survey after completing Session 1. This survey is anonymous and private. Responses are used only for the research project evaluation.
MYSTERY
Session 1 Presentation
REFLECTION
Journal Questions
After reading through the text of the Preface and Sanctus, is there anything that stands out to you that you never noticed/heard before?
Why is preparation for an important event necessary?
What “rituals” do you do to help yourself focus on work or a particular activity?
How do you express praise, gratitude, or admiration of the people you love?
What does it feel like to receive praise for someone you love or admire?