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Liturgy & Worship

Purpose

The Office of Worship serves as a liturgical and educational resource for the clergy and parishes of the Diocese of Fort Worth.

Liturgical Calendar (2013)
Liturgical Calendar (2014)

Holy Days of Obligation Calendar (2007-2015)

Moveable Feasts and Celebrations (2007-2015)

Services Provided by the Office of Worship

• Planning and preparation of diocesan liturgies
• Disseminating information, policies, and guidelines on liturgical practices
• Providing ministry formation for liturgical ministers
• Assisting parishes in planning special liturgical celebrations (i.e. Church Dedications, Blessing of a new Baptismal Font, etc.)
• Assists in the planning of liturgies involving the Bishop of Fort Worth
• Approving plans for parish liturgies at which the Bishop of Fort Worth will preside or celebrate (and is the representative of the bishop in that planning)
• Providing educational opportunities on the liturgy and worship of the Church and liturgical spirituality

Helpful Links:

• The Vatican
• Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commission (FDLC)
• USCCB: Committee on Divine Worship
• USCCB: 3rd Edition Roman Missal
• Fort Worth Chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians