*Gasp* — Other Sacred Music Websites!
In a show of “web-ecumenism” I’d like to mention five today.
“A much greater source of anxiety to Us is the style of action of those who maintain that liturgical worship should shed its sacred character, who foolishly say we should substitute for sacred items & furnishings ordinary common things in daily use.” —Pope Saint Paul VI (14 Oct 1968)
Christopher Mueller is a church musician, conductor, and composer. He aims to write beautiful music out of gratitude to God, the Author of all beauty.—Read full biography (with photographs).
“Variety within a single Mass is important for engaging the listening ears (and singing voices) of the congregation.” —Chris Mueller
“Thanks, Richard, for another accessible and mellifluous motet!” —Chris Mueller
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I’m sure I’m not the only one to feel this way: certain celebrations don’t feel right without “that piece.”
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Beautiful liturgical music happened—in a hotel ballroom, no less!
I encountered anew this wonderfully clear and concise document about music in the liturgy.
A commenter had posted, “Their metrical chant is a revelation!” That piqued my curiosity.
“His answer was surprising to me, and I thought it both prudential and catholic.” —Chris Mueller
Corpus Christi Watershed is a 501(c)3 public charity dedicated to exploring and embodying as our calling the relationship of religion, culture, and the arts. This non-profit organization employs the creative media in service of theology, the Church, and Christian culture for the enrichment and enjoyment of the public.
The election of Pope Leo XIV has been exciting, and we’re filled with hope for our apostolate’s future!
But we’re under pressure to transfer our website to a “subscription model.”
We don’t want to do that. We believe our website should remain free to all.
Our president has written the following letter:
President’s Message (dated 30 May 2025)
Time's up