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Updates, guides, and practical notes for parishes and dioceses.
Mass Intentions for the Deceased: A Complete Guide
Why the Church offers Masses for the dead, what happens when you request one, and how this ancient practice connects to Catholic teaching on purgatory, the communion of saints, and the power of Christ's sacrifice.
How Many Mass Intentions Per Mass? Canon Law Rules Explained
Can a priest say multiple Mass intentions at one Mass? Yes, under specific conditions. Learn what Canon Law permits for collective intentions, bination, and managing high-volume requests.
The Parish Secretary's Guide to Mass Intention Management
A practical, day-by-day guide for parish secretaries managing Mass intentions. Includes time-saving workflows, scripts for common phone conversations, weekly checklists, and strategies for handling the most common challenges you face at the front desk.
How to Export Mass Intentions for Your Parish Bulletin
Tired of retyping Mass intentions into the bulletin every week? Learn practical methods to export and format intentions — from copy-paste tricks to automated software solutions.
Should Your Parish Accept Online Mass Intentions?
More pastors and parish administrators are asking whether they should accept Mass intention requests online. This guide walks through the pastoral, practical, and canonical considerations, and offers best practices for deciding and implementing an online system well.
Canon Law and Mass Intentions: Canons 945–958 Explained Simply
What does Canon Law say about Mass intentions and stipends? A clear, practical explanation of Canons 945–958 — the one-intention rule, priest obligations, the one-year deadline, and what happens with surplus stipends.
The Best Mass Intention Tracking Systems for Parishes in 2026
Compare paper ledgers, spreadsheets, and dedicated software for tracking Mass intentions. Find the right system for your parish's needs and budget.
Mass Stipends Explained: How Much to Give & What Canon Law Says (2026)
How much is a Mass stipend in 2026? Most U.S. dioceses suggest $10–$25. Learn what a Mass stipend means, current amounts by diocese, Canon Law rules, and proper etiquette for offering a Mass intention.
How to Request a Mass Intention: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Want to request a Mass intention for a loved one? Here's exactly how — what to say at the parish office, how much the stipend costs, what to write, and how to request one online.
How to Manage Mass Intentions: A Complete Parish Guide
Managing Mass intentions is one of the most important—and often most overwhelming—responsibilities in a parish office. This comprehensive guide covers Canon Law requirements, common challenges, best practices for organization, and how modern software can transform your parish's intention workflow from chaos to clarity.
Mass Intention Registers: Digital vs. Paper — What Canon Law Requires
Canon Law requires parishes to record every Mass intention. Should you use a paper register, spreadsheet, or software? Compare options and see how to maintain a compliant, inspection-ready record.
Gregorian Masses: 30 Consecutive Masses for the Dead Explained
What are Gregorian Masses? A series of 30 Masses offered on 30 consecutive days for a deceased soul. Learn the history, how to request them, what they cost, and why this tradition from St. Gregory the Great endures.
What are Mass Intentions
A Mass intention is one of the most profound ways the Church prays for the living and the dead. Rooted in the earliest Christian tradition, offering a Mass for a specific intention unites that prayer to the saving sacrifice of Christ Himself. This article explains what Mass intentions are, why they matter, and how the Church carefully safeguards their sacred character.
Sacramentum: Free Catholic Parish Management Software — Now in Open Beta
Built by a priest with 20 years of ministry, Sacramentum helps parishes manage Mass intentions, Gregorian Masses, stipends, and sacramental records — all Canon Law compliant. Try the free beta.