The Office of Worship assists the archbishop in his role as chief liturgist of the archdiocese and serves as a resource to parishes for the genuine and fruitful celebration of all sacramental rites by preparing archdiocesan liturgies and prayer services and by promoting and facilitating the Liturgy in the parishes of the archdiocese. This includes, but is not limited to the dignity and beauty of the Church's music, art, and architecture.

We are happy to answer liturgical questions and provide guidance. 

The goals of the Office of Worship in the Archdiocese of New Orleans are

• to promote a faithful adherence to the Divine Liturgy as given by Christ and mandated by the Church modeled in practical ways through the planning and coordination of diocesan celebrations and taught through appropriate liturgical trainings

• to model good liturgy, in practical ways through the planning and coordination of archdiocesan celebrations

• to encourage and develop liturgical spirituality among clergy and faithful

• to review plans for building or renovation of churches in the diocese to ensure the creation of genuine sacred places in accord with the present liturgical norms, in conformity with the historical tradition of our Church, and in a manner that promotes beauty so that liturgy may be celebrated in accordance with liturgical law

• to act as liturgical advisor to the archbishop in his role as diocesan liturgist

To accomplish its tasks, the Office of Worship has developed various programs and services that are available to both pastors and the faithful.

• planning and executing archdiocese-wide workshops - specifically for Readers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Music Ministers, and Hospitality Ministers

• planning and coordinating special archdiocesan liturgical celebrations

• acting as a resource on liturgy and ritual for parish liturgical coordinators, committees, ministers and archdiocesan offices

• supporting parish music ministers through sponsorship of a diocesan chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians

Mailing Address:
        Office of Worship
        7887 Walmsley Avenue
        New Orleans, LA 70125

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