Comparison of The Mass, C. 400 and 1000 AD
| c. 400 | c. 1000 |
|---|---|
| Mass of the Catechumens | Fore-Mass |
| Introductory greeting | Entrance ceremonies
|
Lesson 1: the Prophets Responsorial psalm Lesson 2: Epistle Responsorial psalm Lesson 3: Gospel |
Service of readings
|
| Sermon | Sermon (optional) |
| Prayer Dismissal of the catechumens |
Credo "Oremus" |
| Communion of the Faithful | Sacrifice-Mass |
| Offering of gifts Prayer over the offerings |
Offertory rites
|
| Eucharistic prayers |
Eucharistic prayers
|
| Communion rites Psalm accompanying communion Prayer |
Communion cycle
|
| Dismissal of the faithful | Ite, missa est or Benedicamus Domino |
Source: Hoppin, Richard. Medieval Music. New York: Norton, 1977. Page 119 and 122.
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