A. This Sacrifice is called the "Mass" very probably from the words "Ite Missa est," used by the priest as he tells the people to depart when the Holy Sacrifice is ended. Q. 919. What is a sacrifice?

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says in regards to ... the most important and sacred act of worship: the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. U.S. Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike ...

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