Noel's angel Posted June 23, 2011 Share Posted June 23, 2011 I was just wondering if there is any documentation regarding what part Protestant Ministers may play in a Catholic Mass. Are they allowed to give a talk in place of a homily etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Adam Posted June 23, 2011 Share Posted June 23, 2011 No, only a priest or deacon may give a homily. 66. The Homily should ordinarily be given by the priest celebrant himself. He may entrust it to a concelebrating priest or occasionally, according to circumstances, to the deacon, but never to a lay person.65 In particular cases and for a just cause, the homily may even be given by a Bishop or a priest who is present at the celebration but cannot concelebrate. (General Instruction) A Protestant minister would be a guest in the Church and is certainly welcome to be seated with the congregation and pray with us. Just like any non-Catholic they may not receive Communion but should instead pray for unity with the Catholic Church. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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