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The Society for Catholic Liturgy

Fr. David Friel · October 12, 2014

HIS 21ST CENTURY is blessed by the ongoing work of numerous organizations committed to true liturgical reform. Equally favorable is the spirit of cooperation that flourishes among them. Without a doubt, at the scholarly level, there is no organization more excellent and timely than the Society for Catholic Liturgy (SCL).

On its website, the society describes itself as “a multidisciplinary association of Catholic scholars, teachers, pastors, and professionals—including architects and musicians—in the Anglophone world.” Since its founding in 1995, the non-profit group has promoted scholarly liturgical studies and practical renewal of the sacred liturgy. Earlier this month, SCL hosted its annual conference on the topic of “The Temple Transformed: Liturgy, Art, Music, Architecture, and the Fulfillment of the Old Testament.” Highlighting the impressive schedule of presentations was the keynote address given by Bishop James D. Conley of Lincoln, NE.

One of the chief works of SCL is the publication of Antiphon: A Journal for Liturgical Renewal three times each year. In the present edition (Vol. 18, no. 2, 2014), readers will find contributions from two CCW bloggers. First, Andy Motyka has published therein a book review of the Saint Isaac Jogues Illuminated Missal, Lectionary, and Gradual, published by the Pope John Paul II Institute for Liturgical Renewal. The review is excellent, both carefully considered and clearly expressed.

Among the three main articles in the volume, one is a piece I have written entitled The Propriety of the Propers: Toward the Independence of Liturgical Chant and Popular Hymnody. This article advocates for the restored role of the Proprium Missae in the Roman liturgy, focusing on the specific virtues of the propers. If further proposes the building up of the popular hymn tradition in its own native environment. Finally, in the article, I outline a pastoral plan for how to bolster both distinct genres.

If you would like to read this article in full, along with Andy’s book review, consider subscribing to Antiphon or even becoming a member of the Society for Catholic Liturgy. Among the many instruments of liturgical reform operating in today’s Church, SCL is one of the finest.

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Filed Under: Articles Tagged With: Authentic Liturgical Renewal Reform, Graduale Romanum Roman Gradual Propers, Hymns Replacing Propers, Jogues Illuminated Missal Lectionary Gradual, Propers, Secular vs Sacred Music at Mass, Singing the Mass, St Isaac Jogues Illuminated Missal Last Updated: January 1, 2020

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About Fr. David Friel

Ordained in 2011, Father Friel served as Parochial Vicar at Saint Anselm Church in Northeast Philly before earning a doctorate in liturgical theology at The Catholic University of America. He presently serves as Vocation Director for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and teaches liturgy at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.—(Read full biography).

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    [Quiz] • “Do You Know Your Hymns?”
    In case you missed it, many readers have enjoyed taking this little Quiz On Hymns. In the context of that article, I included a sensational quote about the Holy Mass by Monsignor Ronald Knox. Moreover, I talk about how Abraham Lincoln's mother died, as well as a fabulous Eucharistic hymn by the Archbishop of Canterbury.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    William Byrd • Simple “Agnus Dei” Canon
    Time flies! Back in July, I posted a PDF setting of a perfect canon by William Byrd (d. 1623) arranged as an AGNUS DEI for three voices. Last Sunday, we sang that arrangement with our volunteer choir. To hear a ‘live’ recording of it, click here (Mp3). In my humble opinion, this would be a perfect piece for a choir just beginning to experiment with polyphony.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    “Glory To God” • (For Choir + Congregation)
    I wish to thank everyone for the nice comments I received vis-à-vis my Glory To God setting for Choir & Congregation. A gentleman with a musical doctorate from Indiana University wrote: “Love this setting so much. And I will pray, as you asked, for your return to composition more fully. You are very very good.” A female choir director wrote: “I love your harmonizations, your musicality, and the wonderful interplay you have with dissonance and consonance in your music. So fun to listen to, and great for intellect, heart, and soul!” A young woman from California wrote: “Thank you for releasing your new Glory To God in honor of Saint Noel Chabanel. I'm enjoying reading through the various parts and listening to your recordings.”
    —Jeff Ostrowski

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