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EPISODE · Mar 1, 2026 · 14 MIN

How to Pray and Be Transformed in Holy Mass | Catholicism for Catholics with Blessed is She

from The Gathering Place, a Podcast from Blessed is She · host Blessed is She

In this episode of Catholicism for Catholics, Alison Oertle unpacks the Mass, the Divine Liturgy.What is it? How does one participate fully? And why does it matter?With so many ways to pray and worship as Catholics (personal prayer, small groups, times of praise) the Church calls the liturgy the primary act of worship. It is more than attending; it is coming together as the Body of Christ, joining with the worldwide Church, and even the angels and saints in heaven, to praise and receive God.This episode explores:The meaning of the word liturgy (“the work of the people”)How to participate consciously, actively, and fullyThe Scripture, prayers, and sacraments that guide the MassHow the Eucharist connects participants to Christ’s sacrifice and nourishes daily lifeWays to enter into the heavenly reality that the Mass revealsThe Mass is not just a routine; it is a real encounter with Jesus, a chance to set aside distractions, receive His grace, and leave sent to live as His light in the world.✨ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and tap the bell to be notified for future episodes. Blessed is She is grateful to walk alongside women on this journey of faith.

In this episode of Catholicism for Catholics, Alison Oertle unpacks the Mass, the Divine Liturgy.What is it? How does one participate fully? And why does it matter?With so many ways to pray and worship as Catholics (personal prayer, small groups, times of praise) the Church calls the liturgy the primary act of worship. It is more than attending; it is coming together as the Body of Christ, joining with the worldwide Church, and even the angels and saints in heaven, to praise and receive God.This episode explores:The meaning of the word liturgy (“the work of the people”)How to participate consciously, actively, and fullyThe Scripture, prayers, and sacraments that guide the MassHow the Eucharist connects participants to Christ’s sacrifice and nourishes daily lifeWays to enter into the heavenly reality that the Mass revealsThe Mass is not just a routine; it is a real encounter with Jesus, a chance to set aside distractions, receive His grace, and leave sent to live as His light in the world.✨ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and tap the bell to be notified for future episodes. Blessed is She is grateful to walk alongside women on this journey of faith.

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