Cristóbal de Morales • Agnus Dei “B”
“Missa Mille Regretz” is based on the famous chanson of the same name…
Archives for September 2013
Faith Of Our Fathers (Movie)
Everyone should watch this lovely trailer.
Holy Michael Archangel
Not one, but two hymns that the omniscient Google didn’t know about, in honour of St Michael the Archangel, with sheet music.
Pope Francis Leads Outside of Our Comfort Zone
Pope Francis is not afraid to open dialogue about difficult subjects. That alone marks enormous change. Perhaps, this kind of dialogue makes some of us uncomfortable. But this opens the possibility of growth.
Which Way Does Your Priest Face For The Prayer After Communion?
The current Missal was put together with haste, and even the Vatican dicastery had to apologize for all the errors and typos contained in those early 1969 and 1970 directives, as Msgr. Schuler has pointed out.
More On “Mass Facing The People”
The current rubrics tell the priest when to turn around and face the people, which would be superfluous if he were already facing them.
Subdeacon’s Role In The Ordinary Form Mass
I never realized Subdeacons were allowed to be part of the New Mass, but it makes sense since the minor orders were not suppressed until 15 August 1972.
A Must See Video About Catholic Nuns!
A short film about the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia (Nashville, Tennessee).
The Grand Debate Over Music and Morals
The controversy caused by my posts on rock music have prompted me to look back over the past four posts and try to see the thread that runs through all of them. It is the truth that Christians are called to pursue excellence in every way—that includes music.
The Prayers of Children
The repercussions of a childlike faith.
The Extraordinary Form Is Centered On Christ
Those who oppose abortion point out that very few of the 50 million abortions since Roe v. Wade had to do with “rape and incest,” but this is the weaker argument.
Catholic Line Art, Black and White • Installment #35
I will be releasing hundreds of these B/W religious line art drawings for free and instant download. These beautiful Catholic “woodcuts” were done with magnificent skill. “Download Free Traditional Catholic Clipart”
The Popes And Bishop René H. Gracida
“I had a special relationship with Pope Paul VI that began with his election to the papacy.” — Bishop René H. Gracida
Don’t You Hate It?
… when people have to read the reviews to find out if they enjoyed the concert?
“And I Will Raise You Up” — Voice Of God Songs During Mass
“This is not to say that prayers in strophic form cannot be uttered with a prayerful mentality.” — Professor László Dobszay
Raymond Cardinal Leo Burke Interview
“The greatest sign of hope for me is the young people I meet who believe more than my generation and recognize how bankrupt our culture is and want the truth.” — Raymond Cardinal Leo Burke
No Salvation From Decrees (3 of 3)
Fr. Georg May was a superb Canon lawyer and faithfully heard Confessions every Saturday … even during the tumultuous years following the Second Vatican Council.
Nine Images • The Campion Missal & Hymnal
Here are nine images of the 2nd edition.
New Testament Hymns
Mystery as Light
The Pope’s interview, context and Latin.
We shouldn’t sing in Latin because it cuts people off. Except O Sanctissima, because everyone knows that one. And maybe Salve Regina. And Tantum Ergo we all know by now. And…
Fringe Fest
The Call of Matthew
Inviolable Refuge
At one time or another, all artists are tested in the same way that faith is tested. In this test—the infliction we will endure at one time or another—our faith is made stronger.
A Beautiful Quote By Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Here at Watershed, Bishop Sheen is one of our favorites.
The Sexual Rhythm of Rock Music (2 of 2)
After causing general apoplexy with last week’s post, I will endeavor today to add some nuances and respond to objections.
“Adoremus In Æternum” … Heretical?
“Will you still love your girlfriend after she becomes your wife?”