The Procession Mass always begins with a procession. Depending on the himself. Often at the head of the procession is a crucifer, an altar server carrying a cross or crucifix. While it may seem that the procession is just pomp and circumstance, cross symbolizes Jesus, and helps us to “keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith” according to Hebrews 12:2. The candles in the procession symbolize the light of Christ, which we are all supposed to bring to the world. And the procession itself symbolizes the Church, the people of God, a pilgrim people making banquet, the wedding feast of the Lamb! Finally, the procession may conjure up images of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Just as then, we, the people, welcome Jesus into our midst as He offers His Body and Blood for us. 34 situation, the procession can be long and ornate with a cast of dozens, or very short, sometimes just the priest it is actually rich in meaning and symbolism. First, the their way toward heaven. Remember, the Mass is the heavenly Notes
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