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First Mass

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The term refers to the first occasion a Eucharistic celebration (a Mass) takes place. There are two natural contexts to its use:

  • Historical, which would be the first occasion where a Mass is celebrated in a particular place, such as the First Mass in the Philippines.
  • Personal, this term is used for the first occasion at which a newly ordained Catholic priest presides at a Mass. While clearly a special moment in that man's life, particular blessings take place on this occasion.

    • Pope francis first mass as pontiff in full


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    First Mass Wikipedia
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