Archdiocesan Liturgical Service
The Archdiocesan Liturgical Service is dedicated to preserving and promoting the sacred liturgy within the Archdiocese of Colombo. Under the guidance of the Archdiocesan Director for Sacred Liturgy, the service ensures the proper celebration of the liturgy, offers formation programs, and provides resources for clergy and laity alike.
Mission
The Archdiocesan Liturgical Service strives to enrich and uphold the beauty of Catholic liturgical traditions. Through formation programs, workshops, and resources, it ensures that the liturgy is celebrated in a manner that aligns with the universal and local norms of the Church.
Structure & Key Officials
Director
Director
Rev Fr. Suranga Niroshan Fonseka
Archdiocesan Centre for Sacred Liturgy
Archbishop's House
Colombo-8, Sri Lanka
+94-11-2695471-2-3
Major Responsibilities
The Archdiocesan Liturgical Service plays a crucial role in ensuring the liturgical integrity of the Archdiocese. Key responsibilities include:
- Organizing Liturgical Training Seminars
- Coordinating Archdiocesan Major Liturgical Celebrations.
- Providing Guidelines & Instructions for Church Construction
- Approving Liturgical Hymns & Prayers in collaboration with the National Liturgy Commission
- Issuing Directives for Liturgical Celebrations in Parishes and Institutions
- Lending Liturgical Garments for special celebrations
Formation & Training Programs
The service offers various training and formation programs for clergy, religious, and laity to deepen their understanding of liturgy and enhance their participation in liturgical functions. These include:
- Formation for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
- Lector Training
- Altar Server Workshop
- Sacristan Formation
- Parish/Deanery Liturgy Committee Training
- Choir Workshops
- Sound and Media Personnel Training
- Church Decorators Workshop
- Workshop on Church Photography
- Workshops on Church Art