A self-fulfilling prophecy and why we don’t sing the Creed
But how many times have we heard: “We shouldn’t use that that because nobody can sing it.” This is a self-fulfilling prophecy, is it not?
Articles
Advent Meditation
As we turn the corner to Advent, we might draw some inspiration from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Musical Resources • 1st Sunday of Advent
Including scores, audio files, and organ accompaniments.
VIDEO • “Why Choralife Is Special”
“Because you don’t need to wait weeks and weeks to receive your orders…”
Weakest Argument Ever Made Against “Ad Orientem”
Some weren’t happy with Bill Murray’s opinions on the Latin Mass, and a certain editor—in his zeal to refute—made an egregious error.
What Will ICEL Do Next?
Msgr. Andrew Wadsworth gives details on what ICEL is doing now that the Roman Missal project has been completed.
Looking East for Advent
Bishop Conley proposes celebration “ad orientem” for the season of Advent.
For the Carol Enthusiasts
Looking at books of Christmas carols, some out of print, some available right now.
“Ordo Missae” • In Latin & English (1957)
Including the rubrics for Sung Masses and a special English translation.
New Video In Honor Of Saint Cecilia
“…a church which preserves the memories of my own profession: The Church of St. Cecilia.”
The Traditional Way Of Having “Asperges Me”
Including a special PDF download of the “Asperges Me” you’ll want to obtain immediately!
Catholic Line Art, Black and White • Installment #60
Today’s installment is a rare image of the “Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary” — but it’s not the “Presentation” you might guess…
Why Are the Readings Not Sung at Mass?
The ancient and beautiful practice of chanting readings at Mass has largely disappeared in the Ordinary Form. What happened?
New Propers Collection By Lawrence M. Rutherford
“English Psalm-Tone Propers for the Ordinary Form of the Mass” is now available in print!
Stephanie Gray • Pro-Life Interview
EWTN interview (7 November 2014) discussing ectopic pregnancies and much more.