While Jesus was speaking to the people, mothers brought their children
to Him, that He might bless them. The disciples told them not to bother
Jesus. But Jesus said, "Suffer the little children to come to Me and
forbid them not. For of such is the kingdom of heaven." And Jesus
blessed the children.

Praise be to You, O Christ.

Sit

The priest now turns back to the middle of the altar and says the Creed.
You also say it (see page 2).


THE MASS OF THE FAITHFUL
(From the Offertory to the Communion)


THE OFFERING OF THE HOST

The priest takes the cloth off the chalice. Then he holds up a small
gold plate on which is the bread, called the host.

*Take, O holy Father, almighty and eternal God, this spotless host which
I, Your unworthy servant, offer to You for my many sins and for all who
serve You, living and dead. May it help them and me to gain eternal
life.

The priest goes to the right side of the altar. He pours wine and water
into the chalice. Then the priest goes back to the middle of the altar