Tuesday 18 August 2009
Mark Caira Blessing 5
The Community
at
Nunraw
welcomes you to
The Abbatial Blessing
of
Dom Mark Caira
their new abbot
by
Cardinal Keith Patrick O’Brien
of the Archdiocese of St Andrews and
On this Feast of the Assumption
15 August 2009
Music Corner. Organist and Dom Daniel singing
Litany: Words and music by Bernadette Farrell
Video. Words of the Invocation of Blessing by the Cardinal
Mark Caira Blessing 4
Abbatial Blessing
Outline of the Ceremony
M.C. Mgr. A. T. Chambers
Introductory Rites
Liturgy of the Word
Blessing of an Abbot
Presentation of the new abbot
Homily
Examination
Invitation to Prayer
Litany of the Saints
Prayer of Blessing
Presentation of the Rule of St Benedict
Presentation of the Ring and Staff
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Communion Rite
Mark Caira Blessing 3
The gathering -
Sunshine, tent pews (chairs) dried out, parking filling, photographers are to the ready, Cardinal ushers the procession to enter.
Mark Caira Blessing 2
Monday 17 August 2009
Mark Caira Blessing
Abbatial Blessing
of
Dom Mark Caira
Assumption of Our Lady
15 August 2009
Friday 14 August 2009
Maximilian Kolbe
Count Down to Abbatial Blessing
Hi, Andy, Count Down. It would more than enough to complete the Chronicle for this busy week. The last evening, Thursday, was to receive delivery of the abbatical (as you dub it) booklet – “Abbatial Blessing of Dom Mark Caira ocso, Assumption of Our Lady, 15th August 2009”. . Marquee (tent of meeting) On the morning of Tuesday, the construction of a large marquee, (the Tent of Meeting), began, making sure to have it secure for Saturday. The men worked like ship-riggers putting up the rib cage of ropes. However the wind was too blustery to get any further for the first day. Then early Wednesday morning the TENT seemed to appear from nowhere. It was suggested that I get photographs of the sight of the ship/ark wrapped in its outside rigging.
On the same evening, Wednesday, we had a very surprising diversion. In the Guest House, during the week, an unusual singing group stayed, rehearsed, and actually had professional recital at the Cathedral for Sunday The monks had not learned about the group. It did not take long to find out more. From the Net. “LIBERA ETERNAL” is a Website as at http://www.libera.org.uk/index.htm. The boys come from several schools in "The singers of Libera who are aged seven to sixteen attend many different local schools in The boys enjoyed their monastic holiday in A last twist to the excitement. On the same evening (Wed), a coach arrived from Roof-top Viewing Come Thursday, more volunteers were to the fore in a major spring cleaning operation. For the rare occasion our helpers were welcome to the freedom of the cloister. For some roof top viewing, it was the opportunity to photograph the spectacle of the At that level a glance finds a different view of the cemetery.
Along the roof eves House Martins have their own homes. It is not easy to get close-ups but for the first time this House Martin was caught in focus. While on the roof top dander it was a place to find a more unusual view of the cemetery. The forecasts of weather are not encouraging. Regardless, this monastic "Tent Meeting" will make it all the more memorable. Donald |