Pope Leo XIV on Sacred Music
On 5 December 2025, the pope said…
(5 Dec. 2025) • Pope Leo XIV Speaks on Liturgical Music
“In the liturgy, in particular, singing is never a ‘soundtrack’, a simple backdrop, but is intended to lift the soul…” —Pope Leo XIV
“Translations Approved for Liturgical Use”
There are three (3) translations of the Bible which can be used in the sacred liturgy.
Exclusive Interview • Hannah Houston w/ Mæstro Richard J. Clark
Richard J. Clark interviews Hannah Houston Re: the “Simply Liturgical” website.
“Reader Feedback” • 5 November 2025
“Although I don’t have much to offer, I want to be able to offer something for the great work you do!”
Gospel Options for 2 November (“All Souls”)
We’ve been told some bishops are suppressing the TLM because of “unity”…
PDF • “Lectionary Comparison Chart”
Such tinkering has gone on for 60+ years, and it’s reprehensible.
Latin Liturgy Association
The newsletter of the “Latin Liturgy Association” is definitely something worth looking at!
“Fulfilled!” • Bride’s Musical Request
Sophia Institute Press has been generous in this regard.
“Allow Us to protect your interests, even against your own will.” —Pope Saint Paul VI
“A choir which eliminates Gregorian Chant will be like a snuffed candle, which no more attracts the eyes and minds of men.”
Church Facelift • Saint Andrew’s (Tipton, Missouri)
You won’t believe this transformation!
“The Injustice of Traditionis Custodes” • (Private Meetings at the Vatican)
“If you think the subject of ‘Traditionis Custodes’ was absent during my visits to the Vatican, you are mistaken…” —Sławomir Cenckiewicz
Karl Keating • “Canonization Questions”
Mr. Keating is incorrect; e.g. Saint John Vianney, several centuries ago, taught clearly that canonizations are not infallible.
Vatican II Changed Wedding Propers?
This myth is quite pervasive.
Father Chris Smith Celebrates 20 Years as a Priest
We believe our readers will recognize the polyphonic Mass setting chosen.