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Episcopal Ordination of
The Most Reverend Gregory J. Bittman
St. Joseph’s Basilica, Edmonton Monday, September 3, 2012 Memorial of St. Gregory the Great
The Most Reverend Gregory J. Bittman Auxiliary Bishop of Edmonton
Episcopal Ordination of
The Most Reverend Gregory J. Bittman Auxiliary Bishop of Edmonton
Presiding Bishop The Most Reverend Richard W. Smith Archbishop of Edmonton
Assisted by His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins Archbishop of Toronto
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The Most Reverend Archbishop Joseph MacNeil Archbishop Emeritus of Edmonton
In the presence of The Most Reverend Pedro López-Quintana Apostolic Nuncio to Canada
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Choral Prelude
Lead Me, Lord
Introductory rites Entrance Chant
O God, Beyond All Praising Michael Perry
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“O God, Beyond All Praising” Words Copyright © 1982, 1987 Hope Publishing Comany, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by permission. Setting Published 1988 by GIA Publications, Inc. www.onelicense.net, License # A-711375
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Text: Genevieve Glen, Osb © 2003, The Benedictine Nuns of the Abbey of St. Walburga. Administered by OCP, 5536 NE Hassalo, Portland, OR 97213. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Music: THAXTED, 13 13 13 13 13 13; Gustav Holst, 1874-1934 www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Greeting Penitential Act
Kyrie
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Geoffrey S. Angeles
Kyrie (continued)
Text: Excerpts from the English translation of The Roman Missal © 2010, ICEL. All rights reserved. Setting: © Fr. Geoffrey Angeles, 2008. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
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Gloria
1. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. 2. Lord Jesus Christ, only begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us,
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you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer, you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. 3. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
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Liturgy of the word
(Please be seated)
First Reading
(Frances Bittman)
A reading from the book of the prophet Jeremiah.
(Jeremiah 1.4-9)
Reader
Now the word of the Lord came to be saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.” Then I said, “Ah, Lord God! Truly I do not know how to speak, for I am only a boy.” But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am only a boy’; for you shall go to all to whom I send you, and you shall speak whatever I command you, Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord.” Then the Lord put out his hand and touched my mouth; and the Lord said to me, “Now I have put my words in your mouth.” The word of the Lord. All
Thanks be to God.
Responsorial Psalm:
Psalm 100: We Are God’s People
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Text: Psalm 100:1-2, 3, 4, 5; David Haas, Music: David Haas © 1983, GIA Publications, Inc www.onelicense.net, License # A-711375
Second Reading Reader
A reading from the letter of Paul to the Romans.
(Roma Newcombe) (Romans 12.5-8)
For as in one body we have many members, and not all the members have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members of one of another. We have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us: prophecy, in proportion to faith; ministry, in ministering; the teacher, in teaching; the exhorter, in exhortation; the giver, in generosity; the leader, in diligence; the compassionate, in cheerfulness. The word of the Lord. All
Thanks be to God.
Gospel Acclamation (Please stand)
Celtic Alleluia
Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker
Music © 1985, 1996, Fintan O’ Carroll and Christopher Walker. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Holy Gospel (Deacon Paul Croteau) Deacon
The Lord be with you.
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And with your Spirit.
Deacon
A reading from the holy gospel according to John.
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Glory to you, Lord. Jesus said to the Pharisees, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand, who is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and runs away and the wolf snatches them and scatters them. The hired hand runs away because a hired hand does not care for the sheep. I am the good shepherd. I know my own and they know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father. And I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd.” The gospel of the Lord.
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Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
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(John 10.11-16)
Ordination Veni Creator Spiritus
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(Please remain standing)
Text: Attr. to Rabanus Maurus, 776-856 Tune: VENI CREATOR SPIRITUS, LM: Mode VIII; acc. by Richard Proulx, b.1937 Public Domain
Presentation of the Bishop-elect Bishop-elect Bittman is presented to Archbishop Smith. One of the assisting priests asks Archbishop Smith to ordain him to the office of Bishop. Apostolic Letter
(Please be seated)
Reverend Adam Lech, Chancellor, reads the letter from the Holy Father calling Bishop-elect Bittman to the Episcopal ministry. Consent of the People Following the reading of the letter, the people show their acceptance and approval by applause. Homily
His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins
Examination of the Candidate Following an ancient custom of the Church, Archbishop Smith questions Bishop-elect Bittman about his resolve to fulfill the responsibilities of bishop.
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Invitation to Prayer (Please stand) Archbishop My dear people, let us pray that almighty God in his goodness will pour out his grace upon this man whom he has chosen to provide for the needs of the Church. Deacon
Let us kneel.
Litany of the Saints John D. Becker
Text © 2010, ICEL. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Music © 1987, 2011, John D. Becker. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Archbishop Lord, Be moved by our prayers. Anoint your servant with the fullness of priestly grace, And bless him with spiritual power in all its richness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. All Amen. Deacon:
Let us stand.
Laying on of Hands In silence, Archbishop Smith imposes his hands on Bishop-elect Bittman, conferring the power of the Holy Spirit, the same Spirit given by Christ to the apostles. The co-consecrators and all bishops in attendance also impose hands, signifying that the ordination of a bishop is a collegial act of the Order of Bishops. Prayer of Consecration Archbishop Smith opens the Book of the Gospels over the head of Bishop-elect Bittman. This ancient rite evokes symbolically the responsibility of the Bishop to preach the Good News of salvation in Christ. While the deacons hold the Book of the Gospels above the head of Bishop-elect Bittman, Archbishop Smith, with hands extended, offers the prayer of consecration. This ancient prayer invokes the power of the Holy Spirit upon Bishop-elect Bittman, and recalls the role of the Bishop within the Church. The Bishops present join in the prayer of consecration. Anointing of the Bishop’s Head Bishop Bittman is anointed with chrism, signifying the full share in the priesthood of Jesus Christ which he has received through the Laying on of Hands and the Prayer of Consecration. Presentation of the Book of the Gospels The Book of Gospels, which was held above the head of Bishop Bittman, is presented to him.
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Investiture with Ring, Mitre and Pastoral Staff The ring, mitre and crozier, symbols of the episcopal office, are presented to Bishop Bittman, signifying his bond of unity with the Church community and his responsibility to watch over and lead the Body of Christ. Seating of the Bishop Bishop Bittman is invited to take his place among the concelebrating bishops. Kiss of Peace As a sign of welcome into the episcopate, the bishops exhange a sign of peace with Bishop Bittman.
Laudate Omnes Gentes (All Peoples Praise the Lord)
Refrain:
Laudate, omnes gentes, laudate Dominum. Laudate, omnes gentes, laudate Dominum.
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Liturgy of the Eucharist Preparation of the Gifts
(Gift Bearers: Nieces and Nephews of Bishop Bittman)
See Us, Lord, About Your Altar
Drakes Broughton
Text: John Greally, alt. Music: Edward Elgar, 1857-1934. Public Domain
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Prayer over the Offerings Preface
Holy Holy
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Eucharistic Prayer Memorial Acclamation
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Great Amen
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Communion Rite The Lord’s Prayer Sign of Peace
Lamb of God
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Communion Hymns
Now We Remain
David Haas
Text: Based on 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; 1 John 1:1; 2 Timothy 2:11-13. Text and music © 1983, GIA Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission. www.onlinelicense.net, License # A-71135
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Servant Song Donna Marie McGargill, OSM
©1984, OCP Publications. All rights reserved. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Pescador de Hombres/Lord, You Have Come
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Cesáreo Gabaráin
Text and music © 1979, 1987, Cesáreo Gabaráin. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
Holy Is His Name
John Michael Talbot
(Choir will sing verses while all join in the singing of the refrain)
Text: Magnificat, based on Luke 1:46-55. Text and music ©1980, Birdwing Music/BMG Songs, Inc. All rights reserved. Administered by EMI CMG Publishing. Used with permission. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Christ, Be Our Light
Bernadette Farrell
©1993, Bernadette Farrell. Published by OCP Publications. All rights reserved. www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
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Prayer After Communion
Concluding Rite Hymn of Thanksgiving and Blessing Bishop Bittman is led by Cardinal Collins and Archbishop MacNeil, walking through the Basilica, blessing the assembly.
Holy God, We Praise Thy Name 1. Holy God, we praise Your Name; Lord of all, we bow before You! All on earth Your scepter claim, All in heaven above adore You; Infinite Your vast domain, Everlasting is Your reign.
5. You are King of glory, Christ: Son of God, yet born of Mary; For us sinners sacrificed, and to death a tributary: First to break the bars of death, You have opened Heaven to faith.
2. Hark! the loud celestial hymn Angel choirs above are raising, Cherubim and seraphim, In unceasing chorus praising; Fill the heavens with sweet accord: Holy, holy, holy, Lord.
6. Glorious, seated at God’s right hand, Judge of all, again returning, Come and bring those you saved with Your blood With your saints in glory e’erlasting Grant us mercy, from above, Holy Trinity, God of love.
3. Lo! the apostolic train Join the sacred Name to hallow; Prophets swell the loud refrain, And the white-robed martyrs follow; And from morn’ to set of sun, Through the Church the song goes on.
7. Lord, we praise and bless Your Name, help Your servants whom, redeeming by Your Precious Blood out-poured, You have saved from Satan’s scheming. Give to us eternal rest in the glory of the Blest.
4. Holy Father, Holy Son, Holy Spirit, Three we name You; While in essence only One, Undivided God we claim You; And adoring bend the knee, While we own the mystery.
8. Save Your people, Lord, we pray, by a thousand snares surrounded: keep us without sin today, never let us be confounded. Lord, in You all our trust is lain We shall never hope in vain. - 26 -
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Solemn Blessing & Dismissal Recessional
To Jesus Christ, Our Sovereign King
Ich Glaub an Gott
Text: 87 87 with refrain; ©1941, Martin B. Hellriegel, 1891-1981, assigned 1978 to Mrs. Irene C. Mueller. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Music: Mainz Gesangbuch, 1870 www.licensingonline.org, License # 605388
Postlude
Water Music Selection George Frideric Handel Toccata Charles-Marie Widor - 27 -
SYMBOLISM OF THE ARMORIAL BEARINGS OF THE MOST REVEREND
SYMBOLISME DES EMBLÈMES HÉRALDIQUES DE MONSEIGNEUR
Gregory John Bittman Arms: Red is a colour found in the arms or flags of Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Poland, thus marking Bishop Bittman’s ancestry. Red and white are the colours of Canada. The dove is the attribute of Pope St. Gregory the Great, thus alluding to Bishop Bittman’s first name as well as the fact that he was ordained a bishop on the feast day of St. Gregory. The dove is also a symbol of the Holy Spirit, of peace and love, and of the faithful. Its depiction in the arms is based on a stained glass window in St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome, thus connecting Bishop Bittman’s exercise of the apostolic ministry of a bishop with St. Peter, numbered as the first apostle. The lamp is a symbol of nursing, a reference to Bishop Bittman’s profession as a Registered Nurse prior to his reception of Holy Orders. A lamp is also a Christian symbol, a metaphor for the Word of God. Its flame alludes to the flames above the disciples’ heads on the day of Pentecost (and, by extension, to a bishop’s mitre), and to the enflamed Sacred Heart of Jesus, marking the fact that Bishop Bittman was ordained a deacon on that feast day. The division line resembling clouds alludes to the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, on which Bishop Bittman was ordained a priest. Motto: Christus Iesus Spes Nostra is Latin for “Christ Jesus our Hope” (1 Tim. 1:1).
Armes: Le rouge, que l’on retrouve dans les armoiries et les drapeaux de l’Allemagne, de l’Autriche, de la Hongrie et de la Pologne, rappelle les pays des ancêtres de Mgr Bittman. Le rouge et le blanc sont également les couleurs emblématiques du Canada. Attribut du pape saint Grégoire le Grand, la colombe évoque le prénom de Mgr Bittman et son ordination en tant qu’évêque le jour de la fête liturgique de saint Grégoire. La colombe symbolise également l’Esprit Saint, la paix, l’amour et la fidélité. Son dessin est ici inspiré d’un vitrail de la Basilique Saint-Pierre de Rome, liant ainsi l’exercice du ministère apostolique de l’évêque à saint Pierre, le premier apôtre. La lampe est un symbole des soins infirmiers et rappelle que Mgr Bittman était un infirmier autorisé avant d’entrer dans les ordres. Elle est également un symbole chrétien, une métaphore de la Parole de Dieu. Ses flammes rappellent la représentation des flammes auréolant la tête des apôtres le jour de la Pentecôte et, par extension, la forme des mîtres des évêques. Elles symbolisent également le Sacré-Cœur de Jésus, Mgr Bittman ayant été nommé diacre le jour de cette fête liturgique. La ligne de division en forme de nuages symbolise l’Assomption de la Vierge Marie, Mgr Bittman ayant été ordonné prête le jour de cette fête liturgique. Devise: Cette phrase latine signifie « Christ Jésus notre espérance » (1 Tm 1.1).
Brothers and Sisters,
Chers frères et sœurs,
It is with awe and not a little trepidation that I enter this blessed new ministry, chosen by the Holy Father to follow in the footsteps of the apostles. With the help of the Holy Spirit and the grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, I will do my best to serve you, the people of God. Please know that I am profoundly grateful for the outpouring of prayers, encouragement and support I have received since my appointment was announced. Thank you for celebrating with me on the occasion of my episcopal ordination. Your thoughtfulness, friendship and love will never be forgotten. May God bless you in abundance.
C’est avec un grand respect et un peu d’inquiétude que je commence ce nouveau ministère béni, appelé par le Saint Père à suivre les traces des apôtres. Avec l’aide du Saint Esprit et la grâce de Notre Seigneur Jésus Christ, je ferai de mon mieux pour vous servir, le peuple de Dieu. Soyez assurés que je suis profondément reconnaissant pour l’effusion de prières, d’encouragement et d’appui reçus depuis l’annonce de ma nomination. Merci de célébrer avec moi en cette occasion de mon ordination épiscopale. Votre bonté, votre amitié et votre affection ne seront jamais oubliés. Que Dieu vous bénisse en abondance.
In Christ Jesus Our Hope, Gregory J. Bittman Auxiliary Bishop of Edmonton
En Jésus-Christ notre espérance, Gregory J. Bittman Évêque auxiliaire à Edmonton
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