Mass, Solemn
Mass, Solemn
Originally a Mass at which the celebrant was aided by clerics of all the different ecclesiastical orders.
Mass at which the celebrant is aided by the deacon and sub-deacon, observing the complete ritual of the Church for the Mass. Such a Mass is called Solemn, when celebrated by a priest; Pontifical, if celebrated by a bishop; Papal, when celebrated by the pope.
New Catholic Dictionary