Lesson 49: Prayers and Responses at Mass

344. What do we say at the beginning of Mass?

At the beginning of Mass, we say with the priest: “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen,” followed by the Confiteor or other prayers.

345. What is the Kyrie Eleison?

The Kyrie Eleison is: “Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy,” a plea for God’s forgiveness.

346. What is the Gloria?

The Gloria is: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men of good will…” a hymn of praise to the Trinity.

347. What is the Sanctus?

The Sanctus is: “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of hosts, heaven and earth are full of Thy glory…” sung or said before the consecration.

348. What is the Agnus Dei?

The Agnus Dei is: “Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, have mercy on us…” said before Communion.