Master of Ceremonies Webinars
For the traditional Roman Mass
The unique and comprehensive MC Program of Louis Tofari is now being offered in segments as webinars! Each segment features presentation slides and explanations.
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Target audience
These webinars are primarily directed to young men (14 or older) and adult men who are studying to become Masters of Ceremonies, as well as to the clergy.
However, this course is also available to men or women would like to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of the traditional Roman Mass.
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Can't attend a live session? No problem! Each session (via Zoom) is video-recorded and available to all subscribers (and can be watched again and again).
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What is a Master of Ceremonies?
Thur, July 21; 9:00am to 10:00am CST; $25.00
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Its liturgical office, expectations of competency, and spiritual aspects
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Practical tips for sacristy management and preparing for ceremonies
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Liturgical Books of the Roman Rite
Thur, July 28; 9:00am to 10:00am CST; $45.00
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Review of books and their development
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Images of books featured
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Useful materials for MCs
These items are available from Romanitas Press:
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The Mass: Up-Close in Pictures (helps with identifying the parts of the Mass) $12.50
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The General Principles of Ceremonies of the Roman Rite (a must for all MCs!) Bk $13.75 | PDF $9.50
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Ceremonial Notes (for serving Mass)
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A Guide for Altar and Sanctuary (a valuable guide on the material requisites for Mass)
Bk $12.50 | PDF $9.50
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Rubrics of the Roman Breviary and Missal
Bk $15.00 | PDF $11.50
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Ordo (for determining the Mass of the day)
Bk $8.25 | PDF $9.50 | Android App $6.99
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Coming soon: Master of Ceremonies Compendium
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Curriculum of MC Program
The full curriculum consists of the following courses:
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What is a Master of Ceremonies?
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Its liturgical office, expectations of competency, and spiritual aspects
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Practical tips for sacristy management and preparing for ceremonies
Church, Sanctuary, and Altar
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Parts of church building
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Purpose, character, and prescriptions concerning altar and its appointments
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Sanctuary layout and furnishings
Sacred Vessels
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Historical development and prescriptions
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How to prepare
Altar and Chalice Linens
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Historical development, symbolisms, and prescriptions
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How to prepare
Sacred Vestments
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Historical development
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Symbolism and associated prayers
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Prescriptions
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Preparation practicum
Liturgical Books of the Roman Rite
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Review of all traditional books and their development
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Images of books provided (as well as links for a closer review)
Missale Romanum
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Historical development and reforms
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Sectional review of the missal
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Overview of classification rules and use of Ordo
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How to prepare and assist at the missal
General Principles of Ceremonies of the Roman Rite
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Review of rules as presented in book
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Ceremonial terms and phrases
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Gregorian Chants at Mass (and their impact)
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Review of chants at Mass
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Overview of Liber Usualis and how to reference
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Practicum on MC's chant cues
Master of Ceremonies’ Position at Mass
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Presentation at altar
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Practicum with trainees
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