Visual Guide to the Holy Mass 1.2.4

The Visual Guide To The Holy Mass (Visual Guide) offers a graphical Overview of the Order of Mass, serving as an educational resource aligned with the Catechism of the Catholic Church (1346, 1347). It is systematically divided into two primary sections: the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist, emphasizing their intrinsic unity. The primary aim of this visual tool is to support families in actively engaging with the Eucharist, fostering greater participation and understanding. It encourages interpersonal dialogue and shared faith experiences, particularly during transport or outdoor family activities, thereby integrating faith formation into everyday life.

Founded by School and Family C.I.C., the organization behind this application, the creators aspire for The Visual Guide To The Holy Mass to serve as a reliable, portable reference point for families on their spiritual journeys. The development of this resource draws inspiration from the pedagogical approaches of Maria Montessori and Sofia Cavalletti, emphasizing active engagement and experiential learning.

School and Family C.I.C., a registered community interest company based in the United Kingdom (www.schoolandfamily.org), is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Catholic parents in guiding their children’s lifelong education. Its mission centers on fostering social, religious, and professional growth through honest relationships and prayer-based interactions, in accordance with Gaudium et Spes 43.

All proceeds from sales of this app directly fund initiatives aligned with School and Family’s mission. These include developing additional Catholic educational resources, organizing workshops, family retreats, and catechesis programs that promote meaningful exchange between parents and children. Such exchanges are fundamental opportunities for nurturing community (FC21) and embody the Christian teaching that parents must introduce their children to essential topics for spiritual and personal development from a Christian perspective (Familiaris Consortio 39).

The Visual Guide To The Holy Mass app features “The Order of Mass” alongside excerpts from the English translation of The Roman Missal, produced by the International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. The text has been verified and approved by ICEL in Washington DC. Permissions for publication were granted by The Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.