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O God, true shepherd of all the faithful, look with kindness on your servant Pope Benedict XVI, whom you set as head and shepherd of your Church. We give you thanks for your grace at work in him as he has led us by word and example: in his teaching, in his prayer, and in his great love. Grant him your strength in frailty, comfort in sorrow, and serenity amid the trials of this world; and guide your Church, built on the rock of Peter, with the power of your Spirit as we continue on the path that leads to you. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Copyright © 2013, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. CNS photo/Paul Haring. To order publication no. 7-128, visit usccbpublishing.org or call 800-235-8722.

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Oh Dios, verdadero pastor de todos los fieles, mira con misericordia a tu siervo el papa Benedicto XVI, a quien estableciste como cabeza y pastor de tu Iglesia. Te agradecemos por tu gracia que obra en él, pues nos ha conducido por la palabra y el ejemplo: en su enseñanza, en su oración y en su gran amor. Concédele tu fortaleza en la debilidad, consuelo en la tristeza, y serenidad en medio de las tribulaciones de este mundo; y guía a tu Iglesia, edificada sobre la roca de Pedro, con el poder de tu Espíritu mientras continuamos en el camino que conduce a ti. Por Jesucristo, nuestro Señor. Amén. Copyright © 2013, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. CNS foto/Paul Haring. Para ordenar la publicación no. 7-851, visite el sitio web usccbpublishing.org o llame al 800-235-8722.

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O God, eternal shepherd, who govern your flock with unfailing care, grant in your boundless fatherly love a pastor for your Church who will please you by his holiness and to us show watchful care. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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Dios nuestro, tú que como pastor eterno conduces a tu grey con solicitud constante, concede a tu Iglesia un pontífice que te agrade con su santidad de vida y se consagre enteramente al servicio de tu pueblo. Por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, tu Hijo, que vive y reina contigo en la unidad del Espíritu Santo y es Dios por los siglos de los siglos. Amén. Copyright © 2013, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. La cita del Misal Romano © 1983, Conferencia Episcopal Mexicana. CNS foto/Nancy Wiechec. Para ordenar la publicación no. 7-866, visite el sitio web usccbpublishing.org o llame al 800-235-8722.

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H o w a N ew P o p e I s Chosen

We are certain: it is the eternal Pastor who leads his flock with the power of his Spirit and assures it in every age to the Pastors whom he has chosen. —Pope Benedict XVI, Address to the Members of the College of Cardinals, April 22, 2005

How A new pope is chosen By John Thavis, Catholic News Service

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he voting by cardinals to elect the next pope takes place behind the locked doors of the Sistine Chapel, following a highly detailed procedure last revised by Pope Benedict XVI. Under the rules, secret ballots can be cast once on the first day of the conclave, then normally twice during each subsequent morning and evening session. Except for periodic pauses, the voting continues until a new pontiff is elected. Only cardinals under the age of 80 when the “sede vacante,” or the period between the death or lawful resignation of one pope and the election of his successor, begins are eligible to enter the conclave and vote for the next pope. In theory, any baptized male Catholic can be elected pope, but current church law says he must become a bishop before taking office; since the 15th century, the electors always have chosen a fellow cardinal. Each vote begins with the preparation and distribution of paper ballots by two masters of ceremonies, who are among a handful of noncardinals allowed into the chapel at the start of the session. Then the names of nine voting cardinals are chosen at random: three to serve as “scrutineers,” or voting judges; three to collect the votes of any sick cardinals who remain in their quarters at the Domus Sanctae Marthae; and three “revisers” who check the work of the scrutineers. The paper ballot is rectangular. On the top half is printed the Latin phrase “Eligo in Summum Pontificem” (“I elect as the most high pontiff”), and the lower half is blank for the writing of the name of the person chosen. After all the noncardinals have left the chapel, the cardinals fill out their ballots secretly, legibly, and fold them twice. Meanwhile, any ballots from sick cardinals are collected and brought back to the chapel.

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Each cardinal then walks to the altar, holding up his folded ballot so it can be seen, and says aloud: “I call as my witness Christ the Lord who will be my judge, that my vote is given to the one who before God I think should be elected.” He places his ballot on a plate, or paten, and then slides it into a receptacle, traditionally a large chalice. When all the ballots have been cast, the first scrutineer shakes the receptacle to mix them. He then transfers the ballots to a new urn, counting them to make sure they correspond to the number of electors. The ballots are read out. Each of the three scrutineers examines each ballot one by one, with the last scrutineer calling out the name on the ballot, so all the cardinals can record the tally. The last scrutineer pierces each ballot with a needle through the word “Eligo” and places it on a thread, so they can be secured. After the names have been read out, the votes are counted to see if someone has obtained a two-thirds majority needed for election. The revisers then double-check the work of the scrutineers for possible mistakes. At this point, any handwritten notes made by the cardinals during the vote are collected for burning with the ballots. If the first vote of the morning or evening session is inconclusive, a second vote normally follows immediately, and the ballots from both votes are burned together at the end. If a conclave has not elected a pope after 13 days, the cardinals pause for a day of prayer, reflection and dialogue, then move to a runoff election between the two cardinals who obtained the most votes on the previous ballot. The two leading cardinals do not vote in the runoff ballots, though they remain in the Sistine Chapel. When a pope is elected, the ballots are burned immediately. By tradition, the ballots are burned dry—or with chemical additives—to produce white smoke when a pope has been elected; they are burned with damp straw or other chemicals to produce black smoke when the voting has been inconclusive.

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Period between popes includes many important elements By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service

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hat are the most important elements of the “interregnum,” or transition period between popes? • At the beginning of the “sede vacante,” the College of Cardinals assumes governance of the church. • The Roman Curia loses most cardinal supervisors and cannot act on new matters. • The College of Cardinals begins daily meetings at the Vatican to deal with limited church business and conclave arrangements. • Cardinals under 80 years of age enter into conclave 15-20 days after the beginning of the “sede vacante.” • Voting for a new pope proceeds with two ballots each morning and afternoon; a two-thirds majority is needed to elect. • Shortly after the pope is elected, his name is announced and he offers his first blessing to the world in St. Peter’s Square.

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God, eternal shepherd, who govern your flock with unfailing care, grant in your boundless fatherly love a pastor for your Church who will please you by his holiness and to us show watchful care. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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hen the election has canonically taken place . . . the Cardinal who is first in order and seniority, in the name of the whole College of electors, then asks the consent

of the one elected in the following words: “Do you accept your canonical election as Supreme Pontiff?” And, as soon as he has received the consent, he asks him, “By what name do you wish to be called?” Then, the Master of Papal Liturgical Celebrations . . . draws up a document certifying acceptance by the new Pope and the name taken by him. Reflection from Pope Benedict XVI Audience with German Pilgrims, April 25, 2005

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t the beginning of my journey in a ministry that I never even imagined and for which I felt inadequate, all of this gives me great strength and assistance. May God reward you for this! When, little by little, the trend of the voting led me to understand that, to say it simply, the axe was going to fall on me, my head began to spin. I was convinced that I had already carried out my life’s work and could look forward to ending my days peacefully. With profound conviction I said to the Lord: Do not do this to me! You have younger and better people at your disposal, who can face this great responsibility with greater dynamism and greater strength. I was then very touched by a brief note written to me by a brother cardinal. He reminded me that on the occasion of the Mass for John Paul II, I had based my homily, starting from the Gospel, on the Lord’s words to Peter by the Lake of Gennesaret: “Follow me!” I spoke of how again and again, Karol Wojtyła received this call from the Lord, and how each time he had to renounce much and to simply say: Yes, I will follow you, even if you lead me where I never wanted to go. This brother cardinal wrote to me: Were the Lord to say to you now, “Follow me,” then remember what you preached. Do not refuse! Be obedient in the same way that you described the great Pope, who has returned to the house of the Father. This deeply moved me. The ways of the Lord are not easy, but we were not created for an easy life, but for great things, for goodness. Thus, in the end I had to say “yes.” I trust in the Lord and I trust in you, dear friends. A Christian is never alone.

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Cómo se elige un nuevo papa

Estamos seguros de que es el eterno Pastor quien guía con la fuerza de su Espíritu a su rebaño, asegurándole, en todo tiempo, pastores elegidos por él. Papa Benedicto XVI, Discurso a los Miembros del Colegio Cardenalicio, 22 de abril de 2005

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a votación de los cardenales para elegir al nuevo papa tiene lugar tras las puertas cerradas de la Capilla Sixtina, siguiendo un procedimiento sumamente detallado revisado por última vez por el papa Benedicto XVI. Según las normas, las votaciones secretas se pueden emitir una vez en el primer día del cónclave, luego normalmente dos veces durante cada sesión subsiguiente por la mañana y por la tarde. Salvo por pausas periódicas, la votación continúa hasta que se elige un nuevo pontífice. Sólo los cardenales menores de 80 años cuando empieza la “sede vacante”, o el periodo comprendido entre la muerte o renuncia legal de un papa y la elección de su sucesor, califican para entrar en el cónclave y votar por el próximo papa. En teoría, cualquier católico varón bautizado puede ser elegido papa, pero la ley actual de la Iglesia dice que debe convertirse en obispo antes de asumir el cargo; desde el siglo XV, los electores siempre han elegido un colega cardenal. Cada votación se inicia con la preparación y distribución de las papeletas por dos maestros de ceremonias, que figuran entre las pocas personas aparte de los cardenales admitidas en la capilla al comienzo de la sesión. A continuación, se eligen al azar los nombres de nueve cardenales electores: tres para servir como “escrutadores”, o jueces electorales; tres para recoger los votos de los cardenales enfermos —si los hubiera— que permanecen en sus habitaciones en la Domus Sanctae Marthae, y tres “revisores” que verifican el trabajo de los escrutadores. La papeleta es rectangular. En la mitad superior está impresa la frase latina “Eligo in Summum Pontificem” (“Elijo como Sumo Pontífice”), y la mitad inferior está en blanco para que se escriba el nombre de la persona elegida. Después de que todos los que no son cardenales han dejado la capilla, los cardenales llenan sus papeletas en secreto, de forma legible, y las doblan dos veces. Mientras tanto, se recogen y se llevan de vuelta a la capilla las papeletas de los cardenales enfermos.

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Cada cardenal luego camina hacia el altar, levantando su papeleta doblada para que pueda ser vista, y dice en voz alta: “Pongo por testigo  a  Cristo Señor, el  cual me juzgará, de que doy mi voto a quien, en presencia de Dios, creo que debe ser elegido”. Pone su papeleta en un plato, o patena, y luego la introduce en un receptáculo, tradicionalmente un cáliz de gran tamaño. Cuando se han depositado todas las papeletas, el primer escrutador sacude el receptáculo para mezclarlas. Luego transfiere las papeletas a una nueva urna, contándolas para asegurarse de que se corresponden con el número de electores. Se leen las papeletas. Cada uno de los tres escrutadores examina cada papeleta una por una, y el último escrutador dice en voz alta el nombre escrito en la papeleta, para que todos los cardenales puedan registrar el conteo. El último escrutador va cosiendo todas las papeletas con aguja e hilo a través de la palabra “Eligo”, para que se mantengan juntas. Después de que se han leído los nombres, se cuentan los votos para ver si alguien ha obtenido la mayoría de dos tercios necesaria para ser elegido. Luego, los revisores vuelven a verificar el trabajo de los escrutadores para detectar posibles errores. En este punto se recogen las notas manuscritas tomadas por los cardenales durante la votación para quemarlas con las papeletas. Si la primera votación de la sesión de la mañana o de la tarde no es concluyente, normalmente sigue de inmediato una segunda votación, y las papeletas de ambas votaciones se queman juntas al final. Si el cónclave no ha elegido papa después de 13 días, los cardenales hacen pausa para un día de oración, reflexión y diálogo, y luego pasan a una segunda vuelta electoral entre los dos cardenales que hayan obtenido más votos en la votación anterior. Estos dos cardenales no votan en la segunda vuelta, aunque permanecen en la Capilla Sixtina. Una vez se elige papa, las papeletas se queman inmediatamente. Por tradición, las papeletas se queman en seco —o con aditivos químicos— para producir humo blanco cuando se ha elegido papa; se queman con paja húmeda u otros químicos para producir humo negro cuando la votación no ha sido concluyente.

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con las siguientes palabras: ¿Aceptas tu elección canónica para Sumo Pontífice? Y, una vez recibido el consentimiento, le pregunta: ¿Cómo quieres ser llamado? Entonces el Maestro de las Celebraciones Litúrgicas Pontificias . . . levanta acta de la aceptación del nuevo Pontífice y del nombre que ha tomado.

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uáles son los elementos más importantes del “interregno”, o periodo de transición entre papas? Al principio de la “sede vacante” el Colegio Cardenalicio asume el gobierno de la Iglesia. La Curia Romana pierde la mayoría de cardenales supervisores y no puede actuar sobre asuntos nuevos. El Colegio Cardenalicio inicia reuniones diarias en el Vaticano para tratar asuntos eclesiásticos limitados y los arreglos para el cónclave. Los cardenales menores de 80 años entran en cónclave entre 15 y 20 días después del comienzo de la “sede vacante”. La votación para un nuevo papa se lleva a cabo dos veces cada mañana y cada tarde; se necesita una mayoría de dos tercios para su elección. Poco después de la elección del papa, se anuncia su nombre y él ofrece su primera bendición al mundo en la Plaza de San Pedro.

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ios nuestro, tú que como pastor eterno conduces a tu grey con solicitud constante, concede a tu Iglesia un pontífice que te agrade con su santidad de vida y se consagre enteramente al servicio de tu pueblo. Por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, tu Hijo, que vive y reina contigo en la unidad del Espíritu Santo y es Dios, por los siglos de los siglos.

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l inicio de mi camino en un ministerio en el que jamás había pensado y para el que no me creía preparado, todo esto me proporciona gran fuerza y ayuda. ¡Que Dios os recompense! Cuando, lentamente, el desarrollo de las votaciones me permitió comprender que, por decirlo así, la guillotina caería sobre mí, me quedé desconcertado. Creía que había realizado ya la obra de toda una vida y que podía esperar terminar tranquilamente mis días. Con profunda convicción dije al Señor: ¡no me hagas esto! Tienes personas más jóvenes y mejores, que pueden afrontar esta gran tarea con un entusiasmo y una fuerza totalmente diferentes. Pero me impactó mucho una breve carta que me escribió un hermano del Colegio cardenalicio. Me recordaba que durante la misa por Juan Pablo II yo había centrado la homilía en la palabra del Evangelio que el Señor dirigió a Pedro a orillas del lago de Genesaret: ¡Sígueme! Yo había explicado cómo Karol Wojtyła había recibido siempre de nuevo esta llamada del Señor y continuamente había debido renunciar a muchas cosas, limitándose a decir: sí, te sigo, aunque me lleves a donde no quisiera. Ese hermano cardenal me escribía en su carta: “Si el Señor te dijera ahora ‘sígueme’, acuérdate de lo que predicaste. No lo rechaces. Sé obediente, como describiste al gran Papa, que ha vuelto a la casa del Padre”. Esto me llegó al corazón. Los caminos del Señor no son cómodos, pero tampoco hemos sido creados para la comodidad, sino para cosas grandes, para el bien. Así, al final, no me quedó otra opción que decir sí. Confío en el Señor, y confío en vosotros, queridos amigos. Como dije ayer en la homilía, un cristiano jamás está solo.

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LITURGICAL NOTES AND RESOURCE MATERIALS FOR USE UPON THE RESIGNATION OF THE POPE

TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Rev. Msgr. Richard B. Hilgartner, Executive Director…………………………………………………………………….. 2 LITURGICAL RESOURCES Upon the Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI ………………………………………………………………………… 3 During the Time of Election of a New Pope…………………………………………………………………………… 7 Upon the Election of a New Pope………………………………………………………………………………………….9 MUSICAL RESOURCES GIA Publications……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Oregon Catholic Press (OCP)……………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 World Library Publications (WLP)……………………………………………………………............................... 11

Secretariat of Divine Worship

INTRODUCTION February 13, 2013 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, With great surprise tinged with sadness, the Church learned of the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. During his reign, he has been a faithful witness to Christ, and in this decision, he teaches us with his integrity and humility, putting the needs of the Church first. Such a message is most appropriate as we embark once again on the pilgrimage of Lent. The Secretariat of Divine Worship of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has prepared these liturgical and musical resources to assist dioceses, parishes, and other groups to pray for Pope Benedict XVI, to give thanks for his pontificate, and to pray for the Church as we look to the future and the election of a new Pope. Sincerely yours in Christ,

Rev. Msgr. Richard B. Hilgartner Executive Director USCCB Secretariat of Divine Worship

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Upon News of the Pope’s Resignation It is appropriate to offer special prayers for Pope Benedict XVI, for his health and well-being, and in thanksgiving for his service to the Church. The custom of praying the Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be to the Father is to be encouraged, especially with school children. The pope can also be prayed for in the recitation of the Rosary. Both the Diocesan Bishop and priests in every parish might consider offering a special Mass for the Pope. Mass offered by the Diocesan Bishop at the Cathedral or in each Vicariate for the attendance of as many of the faithful as possible is desirable. Care should be taken that such a Mass be celebrated according to the norms of the liturgical calendar. Prayers to be Used from the Roman Missal The Roman Missal provides a Mass formulary for a Pope. It can be found in the section, “Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Occasions: 2. For the Pope.” This Mass is permitted, with white vestments, on weekdays in Lent “at the direction of the Diocesan Bishop or with his permission” (General Instruction of the Roman Missal [GIRM], no. 374), but not on the Sundays of Lent. Entrance Antiphon

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You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. To you I will give the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. Collect

O God, who in your providential design willed that your Church be built upon blessed Peter, whom you set over the other Apostles, look with favor, we pray, on Benedict our Pope and grant that he, whom you have made Peter’s successor, may be for your people a visible source and foundation of unity in faith and of communion. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Or: O God, shepherd and ruler of all the faithful, look favorably on your servant Benedict, whom you have set at the head of your Church as her shepherd; grant, we pray, that by word and example he may be of service to those over whom he presides 3

so that, together with the flock entrusted to his care, he may come to everlasting life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Or: O God, who chose your servant Benedict in succession to the Apostle Peter as shepherd of the whole flock, look favorably on the supplications of your people and grant that, as Vicar of Christ on earth, he may confirm his brethren and that the whole Church may be in communion with him in the bond of unity, love and peace, so that in you, the shepherd of souls, all may know the truth and attain life eternal. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Prayer over the Offerings

Be pleased, we pray, O Lord, with the offerings presented here and govern with unfailing protection your holy Church, together with Benedict our Pope, whom you have chosen to be her shepherd. Through Christ our Lord. Communion Antiphon

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Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these? Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you. Prayer after Communion

Having been made sharers at the heavenly table, we humbly entreat you, Lord: by the power of this mystery, strengthen your Church in unity and charity and, as you have entrusted your servant Benedict with the office of shepherd, grant him always salvation and protection, together with the flock entrusted to his care. Through Christ our Lord. 4

The Homily The homily at this Mass could reflect on the particular ministry of Pope Benedict XVI as an example to follow, especially as it relates to Lent. Of particular note is the constant theme in Pope Benedict’s teachings and writings of the need for an authentic personal relationship with Jesus Christ. His love for the liturgy as well as his desire to foster an authentic celebration and participation in the sacred liturgy could be highlighted. The efforts of the Pontiff to achieve peace in the world, as well as his ecumenical outreach might be highlighted. His faithfulness to the proclamation of the Paschal mystery as well as his constant care, concern and outreach for the poor, the sick, and oppressed should be central topics. The homily may also assist the Church to face this moment in great hope. If the Diocesan Bishop or celebrating priest has any personal reflections about the Holy Father, these would be more appropriately offered following the Prayer after Communion. Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful At all the Masses celebrated between now and the election of a new Pope, petitions can be offered in the Universal Prayer. The following are provided as suggestions: 

That Pope Benedict XVI may be given the strength needed to complete faithfully and fully his remaining ministry as our Pope, we pray to the Lord.

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That Pope Benedict XVI, who has served the Church faithfully as Supreme Pontiff, may find peace and consolation as he turns to a life of prayer for the Church, we pray to the Lord.

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That the tireless efforts of Pope Benedict XVI in fostering the unity and communion of the Church may bear fruit in our hearts and among all Christians, we pray to the Lord.

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For Pope Benedict XVI, who preached that God is love and that we are saved in hope, that he may strengthened in hope and know God’s love for him now and for all eternity, we pray to the Lord.

The Eucharistic Prayer In accord with liturgical norms, the Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I is appropriately used. Until 2:00 PM Eastern time, February 28, 2013, the formula for mentioning the name of the Pope in the Eucharistic Prayer is to be followed as usual. After that time, during the sede vacante, the formula is adjusted as follows: Eucharistic Prayer I (The Roman Canon)

Be pleased to grant her peace, to guard, unite and govern her throughout the whole world, together with N. our Bishop, and all those who, holding to the truth, hand on the catholic and apostolic faith. 5

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Remember, Lord, your Church, spread throughout the world, and bring her to the fullness of charity, together with N. our Bishop and all the clergy. Eucharistic Prayer III

May this Sacrifice of our reconciliation, we pray, O Lord, advance the peace and salvation of all the world. Be pleased to confirm in faith and charity your pilgrim Church on earth, with N. our Bishop, the Order of Bishops, all the clergy, and the entire people you have gained for your own. Eucharistic Prayer for Various Needs I

Lord, renew your Church (which is in N.) by the light of the Gospel. Strengthen the bond of unity between the faithful and the pastors of your people, together with N. our Bishop, and the whole Order of Bishops, that in a world torn by strife your people may shine forth as a prophetic sign of unity and concord. Other Suggestions If there is time, prayer cards might be printed with the Pope’s picture and a brief biography on the back. One of the prayers cited above or another prayer of thanksgiving may be placed on the card.

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During the Time of Election of a New Pope Once the Pope’s resignation takes effect, both the Diocesan Bishop and priests in every parish might consider offering a special Mass for the election of the Pope, according to the guidelines of the liturgical calendar. Mass offered by the Diocesan Bishop at the Cathedral or in each Vicariate for the attendance of as many of the faithful as possible is desirable. The Mass for the Election of a Pope or a Bishop (found in the section “Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Occasions” in the Roman Missal) may be celebrated. A Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit might also be celebrated, using, for example, Preface II of the Holy Spirit: “The action of the Spirit in the Church.” During weekdays in Lent, these Masses may be celebrated “at the direction of the Diocesan Bishop or with his permission” (GIRM, no. 374). Entrance Antiphon

1 Sm 2: 35

I will raise up for myself a faithful priest, who shall do according to my heart and mind; I will establish a lasting house for him and he shall walk before me all his days. Collect

O God, eternal shepherd, who govern your flock with unfailing care, grant in your boundless fatherly love a pastor for your Church who will please you by his holiness and to us show watchful care. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Prayer over the Offerings

May your abundant kindness favor us, O Lord, that, through the sacred offerings we reverently bring to you, we may come to rejoice that a pastor pleasing to your majesty presides over your holy Church. Through Christ our Lord. Communion Antiphon

Jn 15: 16

I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit, says the Lord, fruit that will last.

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Prayer after Communion

As we have been renewed, O Lord, with the supreme Sacrament of salvation, the Body and Blood of your Only Begotten Son, may the wondrous grace of your majesty gladden us with the gift of a shepherd who will instruct your people by his virtues and imbue the minds of the faithful with the truth of the Gospel. Through Christ our Lord. The proper readings may be found in Volume IV of the Lectionary for Mass, nos. 833–837. The Homily The homily could offer the opportunity to reflect on the Petrine ministry and its role within the Church. It also affords the homilist an opportunity to instruct the faithful in the relationship between the local and the universal Church. The Liturgy of the Hours Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer may also be celebrated and on days when there is no obligatory memorial, feasts or solemnities, the closing prayer may be taken from the Mass for the Election of a Pope or Bishop. The faithful should be exhorted to offer their private prayers, works and almsgiving for the successful election of a new Supreme Pontiff. The simple custom of frequently praying the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be for this intention is encouraged. The election of the new Pope should be prayed for in the recitation of the Rosary. Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful Petitions, such as the following, may be offered in the Universal Prayer: 

That the Holy Spirit will inspire and strengthen the Cardinal-electors as they choose a new Holy Father to lead us, we pray to the Lord.

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That the College of Cardinals in its electoral process may be a worthy vehicle of God’s grace guiding the Church, we pray to the Lord.

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That the Holy Spirit will work strongly in the next Pope chosen by the College of Cardinals, we pray to the Lord.

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Upon the Election of a New Pope Upon the election of the new Pope, both the Diocesan Bishop and priests in every parish might consider offering a special Mass for the newly elected Pope according to the guidelines of the liturgical calendar. Mass offered by the Diocesan Bishop at the Cathedral or in each Vicariate for the attendance of as many of the faithful as possible is desirable. If it is the day of the election of the Pope, then the Mass for the Pope (especially on the anniversary of election) is appropriate. This Mass cannot be used on the Sundays of Advent, Lent and Easter, solemnities, Ash Wednesday, and the weekdays of Holy Week. The Mass text is found in the section, “Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Occasions” in the Roman Missal. (See pages 3-4 above for the texts.) Again, the faithful should be exhorted to pray for the newly-elected Holy Father in their private prayers. The recitation of the Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be for the intentions of the Pope is encouraged. The newly-elected Pope should be prayed for in the recitation of the Rosary. According to custom, gold and white bunting could be affixed above the entrance to the church or chapel. Flowers could be placed near the Vatican flag, which might be displayed somewhere prominently in the narthex or gathering space. Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful Some of the following petitions might be used in the Universal Prayer: 

For our new Holy Father, N., that he may be strengthened as he embarks on his ministry of unity, love and peace, we pray to the Lord.

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That our recently elected Holy Father, N., working together with the bishops of the Church, may build up the Body of Christ in peace and in joy, we pray to the Lord.

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That our newly elected Holy Father N. may be a champion of the poor, a reconciler of nations and a force for peace and unity in our world, we pray to the Lord.

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Limited Listing of Musical Resources Available for the Election of the New Pope GIA Publications Hymn to the Holy Spirit O God Our Help In Ages Past Lord, You Have Been Our Refuge We Are God's People

Currie Arr. Ferguson Bell Leavitt

Oregon Catholic Press (OCP) All That Is Hidden Bearers of Peace By The Waking Of Our Hearts Christ, Be Our Light Come Down, O Love Divine Come, Holy Ghost God Is Love God Is Love Great Is the Power We Proclaim Hymn to the Spirit Laudate, Laudate Dominum Lead Me, Lord Lord of All Hopefulness Send Us Your Spirit Your Words Are Spirit and Life

Farrell Farrell Manalo Farrell DOWN AMPNEY /da Siena/Littledale LAMBILLOTTIE /Maurus ABBOT’S LEIGH /Rees Chiusano Walker Crandal Walker Becker SLANE /Struther Schutte Farrell Contemporary Young Adult

Holy Spirit My Soul Is Thirsting Lead Me, Lord Lord Every Nation Lord of All Hopefulness Revive Us, O God Strength for the Journey

Canedo Argrisano Becker Manibusan Smith Manibusan Poirier

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Children Come To Us, Spirit of Jesus You Have Called Us New Hope Jesus, Come to Us New Heart and New Spirit

Friedman Farrell Landry Haas Schiavone Spanish / Español

Espíritu de Vida Espíritu Santo, Ven La Buena Nueva Vaso Nuevo Ven, Espíritu Santo Piedras Vivas Somos Una Iglesia Para un Tiempo Nuevo

J. Sosa Mishler/Barajas Aguilar Traditional López Sedano Alcalde E. Cortés Espinosa

Bilingual Spanish-English / Bilingüe Español-Inglés Abre Mis Ojos/Open My Eyes Amor de Dios/O Love of God Envía Tu Espíritu Id y Enseñad/Go and Teach Pescador de Hombres/Lord, You Have Come Pueblo Santo y Elegido/Holy People, Chosen People Un Pueblo Camina/The People Walk Vayan al Mundo/Go Out to the World

Manibusan Hurd Hurd Gabaráin Gabaráin Martins Espinosa J. Cortez

World Library Publications (WLP) Whenever You Serve Me Where Charity and Love Prevail A New Commandment Wisdom, My Road Make Us True Servants Come, Holy Spirit, Wind and Fire Come O Spirit, Come Make Us One May You Cling to Wisdom Trilingual Ubi Caritas Ven, O Espiritu

Psalm 146/ Janco text: Westnedorf/tune: Benoit Janco Barnhardt & Warner text: Wente/tune: Slane text: Hommerding/tune: St. Catherine ostinato, Page Marchionda Warner Aranda Florian

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