True Meaning Of Easter?
After all the work we musicians do to make Holy Week special…
Pope Saint Paul VI (3 April 1969): “Although the text of the Roman Gradual—at least that which concerns the singing—has not been changed, the Entrance antiphons and Communions antiphons have been revised for Masses without singing.”
A theorist, organist, and conductor, Jeff Ostrowski holds his B.M. in Music Theory from the University of Kansas (2004). He completed studies in Education and Musicology at the graduate level. Having worked as a church musician in Los Angeles for ten years, in 2024 he accepted a position as choirmaster for Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Michigan, where he resides with his wife and children. —Read full biography (with photographs).
“By this shall all men know that ye are My disciples: if you have love one for another.”
Numerous articles have been written about Cardinal Sarah’s “foot washing” communique.
The Cardinals don’t need to wear red—they have it on already!
Simplified according to ancient psalm tones.
Msgr. Andrew R. Wadsworth served on the advisory committee for this hymn book!
“On Holy Saturday in 1545, while the pope and several cardinals were present, two of the oldest choir members flew at each other during the blessing of the new oils…”
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The election of Pope Leo XIV has been exciting, and we’re filled with hope for our apostolate’s future!
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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