Simplicity and Silence in Catholic Liturgy: Implications for the Church in Nigeria
A celebrated dictum holds that “Order is the first law in heaven”; hence, earthly liturgy should be a miniature of heavenly liturgy. This paper delineates that simplicity and silence, among other norms, help the liturgical assembly to know the boundaries of their actions and operate within acceptable standards. As such, the pivotal role of simplicity and silence need to be re-echoed anew for the Church in Nigeria, with the high risk as the most talkative age in the history of the world. Using descriptive and analytical methods, the paper argues that all who are gathered to be bearers and sharers of the sacrifice are equally called to be and become true dispensers of this mystery according to the mind of the Church. They must be observed carefully and dutifully as treasure trove that the Church bestowed on the faithful.
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