The Holy Mass is the most perfect prayer of the Church. It unites your intentions to the Sacrifice of Christ.
What is the Holy Mass?
The Mass is the sacrifice of Christ sacramentally actualized for our salvation. In every Eucharist, Jesus offers himself for love of the Father and for the redemption of the world.
“The Eucharist is ‘the source and summit of the whole Christian life’.” (Lumen Gentium, 11).
According to the Catechism (CCC 1323): Our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of his Body and Blood to perpetuate the Sacrifice of the Cross throughout the ages.
It is the highest moment of prayer and communion with God. By offering Mass you participate in Christ’s redemptive act.
Why offer a Mass? (Doctrinal and biblical basis)
Offering Mass is an act of love and faith. From the earliest centuries, Christians have presented particular intentions in the Eucharist, trusting in its unique efficacy.
In 1 Timothy 2:1 we are exhorted: “That supplications, prayers, petitions and thanksgivings be made for all people”.
The Catechism (CCC 1367) teaches that at Mass “the sacrifice of Christ and the sacrifice of the Eucharist are one and the same sacrifice”.
According to YouCat (YouCat 212): “In the Holy Mass, we can entrust to God all our worries, sufferings and joys”.
In offering Mass you entrust your intentions to the heart of Christ who immolates Himself for us.
Intentions for which you can offer a Mass
✅ For those alive:
- Physical or spiritual health
- Conversion and reconciliation
- Birthdays or anniversaries
- Graces received
✅ For the deceased:
- Eternal rest
- Family comfort
- A gesture of love and hope
✅ For the Church and the world:
- Peace and justice
- Vocations
- Persecuted because of their faith
💬 “The prayer of the Church, especially in the Eucharist, has universal power” (CCC 2634).
ACN and the support of more than 40,000 priests worldwide
Your intention helps more than you can imagine.
By requesting a Mass through ACN, your stipend is not only a spiritual offering, but also a material support for priests in poor, persecuted or needy communities.
Each year, more than 40,000 priests in 140 countries are supported by Mass stipends.
In this way, your intention becomes concrete help: it sustains the mission, strengthens communities and brings hope where it is most needed.
🌍 With ACN, your prayer becomes solidarity.
“Nothing can compare with the infinite value of the Holy Mass.” — St. John Mary Vianney
“Offering Mass is the greatest act of love for those whom we hold in our hearts.”
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