Liturgical Moment of the Week: The Procession of the Gospel

Fr. Brian+

One of the beautiful parts of our 10 a.m. service is when we bring the Gospel book out into the middle of the congregation. We call that the procession of the Gospel.

Why might we do that?

When the church comes together, we represent the Body of Christ. Jesus, who is the Word of God that became flesh, dwells in our midst. Seeing the Gospel in the middle of the church reminds us that Jesus is with us.

It's also a reflection that Jesus comes to us. He comes to where we are and shines his light and the power of his words upon us. He speaks his Word and we hear his Word.

Jesus is so good to us.

For my part, I love reading the Gospel in the middle of the church. It's a strong visual that God has made me to be with his people, and to serve his bride.

Emmanuel - God is with us.