The Third Roman Missal (current) uses “Masses for Various Needs and Occasions” for Rogation Days and Ember Days. This chart contains the original readings. In the 1962 Roman Missal there were particular propers and Lectionary for the four sets of Ember Days. On these days Bishop Zubik is asking for abstinence, fasting and a Holy Hour by the clergy. The liturgical observance is changed, mainly observed through the local ordinary of the diocese, such as this Year of Repentance.
Ember Days are no longer included in the Universal Roman Calendar but they are not abolished. Traditionally Embertide was also decided as a time to pray for priests, particularly those who were being ordained. Ember Days are quarterly observances with three days set aside (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) to pray in gratitude for the blessings of the season and human labor, to thank God publicly.
Bishop Zubik is calling for fasting and prayer by the clerics themselves: “Faced with the sinful actions of the members of our own ranks of the clergy, who are called to manifest the example of Christ, we feel both shame and sorrow, and are reminded of our own sinfulness and the need for mercy.” All faithful are invited to participate, but this call for a dedicated Year of Repentance is first and foremost for the clergy of the diocese of Pittsburgh.īishop Zubik is using the traditional liturgical Ember Days for the main vehicle for abstinence, fasting and a holy hour by the clergy.
This Year of Repentance is markedly different from other holy years dedicated to a certain intention or theme.
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