The rite for the dedication of a church and an altar is rightly considered among the most solemn liturgical services. A church is the place where the Christian community is gathered to hear the word of God, to offer intercession and praise to him, and above all to celebrate the holy mysteries. It is the place where the holy sacrament of the Eucharist is kept. (Rite of dedication of a Church and Altar)

What is a Dedication?

Dedication is a rite to ask God’s blessing for the success of the work and to remind the people that the structure built of stone will be a visible sign of the living Church, God’s building that is formed of the people themselves. In accordance with liturgical tradition, this rite consists of the blessing of the site of the church and the blessing and laying of the foundation stone. When there is…