<P> In liturgical use the term preface is applied to that portion of the Eucharistic Prayer that immediately precedes the Canon or central portion of the Eucharist ( Mass or Divine Liturgy ) . The preface , which begins at the words , `` It is very mete and just , right and salutary '' ( or a variation thereof ) is ushered in , in all liturgies , with the Sursum Corda , `` Lift up your hearts '' , and ends with the Sanctus , `` Holy , Holy , Holy , etc . '' </P>
<P> In liturgical use the term preface is applied to that portion of the Eucharistic Prayer that immediately precedes the Canon or central portion of the Eucharist ( Mass or Divine Liturgy ) . The preface , which begins at the words , `` It is very mete and just , right and salutary '' ( or a variation thereof ) is ushered in , in all liturgies , with the Sursum Corda , `` Lift up your hearts '' , and ends with the Sanctus , `` Holy , Holy , Holy , etc . '' </P>
what is the preface in the catholic mass
what is the preface in the catholic mass
that portion of the Eucharistic Prayer that immediately precedes the Canon or central portion of the Eucharist ( Mass or Divine Liturgy )
that portion of the Eucharistic Prayer that immediately precedes the Canon or central portion of the Eucharist ( Mass or Divine Liturgy )