1. The Chapter Mass of the Congregation shall be a concelebrated Mass, with the Father Master as principal Celebrant. Other members of the Congregation shall wear surplices and stoles of the color of the Mass, as previously notified by the Secretary when he gives notice of the Chapter.

2. The rite of the Mass Shall be according to the Book of Common Prayer (1979).

3. The Father Master shall be fully vested for the Liturgy of the Word; and the other Companions in surplice only (they assume stoles at the Offertory).

4. In place of the sermon or homily after the Gospel lesson, the Father Master may deliver his annual Charge to the Congregation.

5. Immediately following the Intercessions, new members, if any, shall be admitted to the Congregation; and other members not under Life Vows, shall renew their promises.

6. Following the exchange of the Peace, the Companions take their stoles to join the Master at the altar.

ORDER FOR THE GENERAL CHAPTER MASS