A Dad’s Dilemma • I pray and God determines.
Working for the Church is wholly at odds with having a family and being present for them.
Archives for November 2016
Seven Tips for the Organist
I also want to say “thank you” to all of you who play the organ during the sacred liturgy. We owe you a great song of gratitude!
Did Pope Francis Denigrate “Rigid” Young Catholics?
If 500 people attend Mass and one acts as lector, there are still 499 people “not participating” by that flawed logic…
Gorgeous Picture • “The Visitation”
Quite interesting, containing additional mysteries for those who look carefully…
A Triptych on Mercy • Reflection II
The Need for Mercy
Gregorian chant is not all the same
Have you ever been asked to sing some Gregorian chant? How do you choose a representative piece?
The Legacy of Martin of Tours
A Tribute to a Soldier-Saint on Veterans Day
Musical Resources • 13 November (1962 Missal)
He said, “Make room there; for the girl is not dead, but sleepeth.” And they laughed Him to scorn.
CMAA Winter Sacred Music 2017
Early Registration is still available for Winter Sacred Music 2017 (Birmingham, AL).
Complete “Ite Missa Est” for Parish Organist
Accompaniments by Achille P. Bragers (1887-1955).
Sonnen: “I’ve never seen such a fine work of art.”
Spot an ancient chasuble or rare picture of St. Wojtyła? Odds are it came from John Paul Sonnen.
Do You Recognize This Hymn Tune? 1
The Brébeuf hymnal will include texts by contemporary Roman Catholic poets.
Hysteria Over CDW Appointments?
Including two myths: one about the EF, and one about the OF.
Do You Recognize This Hymn Tune?
The Brébeuf hymnal will include texts by contemporary Roman Catholic poets.
Catholic Liturgy in Secular Sweden
How does a tiny Catholic community in a secularized country celebrate Mass with the Pope?