General Instruction of the Roman Missal

The General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) seeks to promote more conscious, active, and full participation of the faithful in the mystery of the Eucharist. The GIRM is the praenotanda for The Roman Missal and provides specific details about each element of the Order of Mass as well as other information related to the Mass. A foundational document for anyone who prepares the Roman Catholic liturgy, this pastoral document provides a theology of the Eucharistic celebration and its parts and establishes important norms, legislation, and guidance for celebrating Mass.