Over the past four weeks, I've been trying to explain some of the needed catechesis around the changes to the translations, and also using this opportunity to provide an opportunity for people in our pews to deepen their appreciation for the words we speak and the meanings they convey.
Beginning this weekend, parishioners were invited to use the cards we've inserted in the pews to help them get used to the new responses. This will take some time, and even though many if not most will quickly get used to the new wording, there will be some who may resist. In time though, more and more of us will become more and more accustomed to the words. Only when they come instinctively will we venture to declare ourselves comfortable. In the meanwhile, there are still questions from those who are confused by the new and from those who have been away (for whatever reason).
It takes time and patience for all of us.
Beginning this weekend, parishioners were invited to use the cards we've inserted in the pews to help them get used to the new responses. This will take some time, and even though many if not most will quickly get used to the new wording, there will be some who may resist. In time though, more and more of us will become more and more accustomed to the words. Only when they come instinctively will we venture to declare ourselves comfortable. In the meanwhile, there are still questions from those who are confused by the new and from those who have been away (for whatever reason).
It takes time and patience for all of us.
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