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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.”

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Search Results for: simple english propers

When in Crisis: Ideology and Diplomacy

Richard J. Clark · February 21, 2014

In cases of constant crisis, diplomacy yields far more fruit than ideology. Demanding the ideal will usually get you nothing but a pink slip.

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

“Adoremus In Æternum” … Heretical?

Jeff Ostrowski · September 19, 2013

“Will you still love your girlfriend after she becomes your wife?”

Filed Under: Articles Tagged With: Heretical GIA Hymns Last Updated: March 24, 2021

“Missa de Jerry Seinfeld” and Praying as a Family

Richard J. Clark · July 19, 2013

What I will remember most is that I knelt side by side with my daughter during the consecration. I will remember reciting the Creed in my fidgety three-year-old son’s ear as I held him.

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

07 • Lalemant Conversations: Sequoia Sierra

Corpus Christi Watershed · July 1, 2013

What does a young stylist from L.A. think about the Mass Propers?

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06 • Lalemant Conversations: Dr. Scott Smith

Corpus Christi Watershed · June 4, 2013

Dr. Scott Smith speaks about the Mass Propers in a “live” phone interview.

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Msgr. Andrew Wadsworth On Sacrosanctum Concilium

Corpus Christi Watershed · May 24, 2013

“The singing of the Proper texts rather than the endless substitution of songs and hymns, are only now being seriously considered and implemented.” — Executive Director of the International Commission on English in the Liturgy (ICEL)

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

04 • Lalemant Interviews: Fr. David Friel

Corpus Christi Watershed · May 14, 2013

Fr. David Friel speaks about the Mass Propers, bringing many insights, including how Eastern Catholics would view the current practice of the West.

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

03 • Lalemant Interviews: Dr. Edward Mulholland

Corpus Christi Watershed · May 10, 2013

Watershed President Jeff Ostrowski said afterward, “Dr. Mulholland shared in this interview several profound insights about the Mass Propers. I can totally see myself poaching these!”

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

Josquin’s Beautiful “Missa Pange Lingua” In Minnesota

Guest Author · May 4, 2013

St. Benedict Catholic Church in Duluth, Minnesota, will be hosting a Solemn High Mass (traditional Latin Mass), celebrated by the parish pastor, Father Eric Hastings, for the Ascension on Thursday evening at 7 p.m.

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02 • Lalemant Interviews: Dr. Jeremy Sienkiewicz

Corpus Christi Watershed · May 3, 2013

Does the Church really allow the Gospel to be replaced by excerpts from Machiavelli’s THE PRINCE? Seriously? Dr. Jeremy Sienkiewicz of Benedictine College chats about numerous topics, including the Mass Propers.

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

01 • Lalemant Interviews: Fr. Christopher Mann

Corpus Christi Watershed · April 23, 2013

Corpus Christi Watershed will be conducting a series of interviews with priests, seminarians, sisters, and lay folks to raise awareness about the Mass Propers.

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 1, 2020

Free Communion Antiphons!

Andrew R. Motyka · March 27, 2013

Free responsorial-style Communion antiphons for Ordinary Form Mass use.

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Catholic News Agency Praises Vatican II Hymnal

Cynthia Ostrowski · March 18, 2013

“The paper is of the highest quality with a resilient binding, the designs, beautifully appointed. It has the readings for all Sundays and feast days – the complete cycles, A, B, C. It will be about twenty years or perhaps thirty before another translation is made. Here is music for the new evangelization. The Vatican II Hymnal serves as a musical ambassador for Christ.” —Sr. Joan L. Roccasalvo

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Msgr. Wadsworth Praises Corpus Christi Watershed

Corpus Christi Watershed · March 6, 2013

The executive director of ICEL notes that “Corpus Christi Watershed has a wide variety of resources that could be immediately helpful in a parish context.”

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: April 26, 2020

A Polyphonic Kyrie During Lent

Jeff Ostrowski · February 3, 2012

The Gloria is not said during Lent, so musicians can “get away” with using a slightly longer Kyrie . . .

Filed Under: Articles Last Updated: January 21, 2020

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    “Holy Name Hymn” (2-Voice Arrangement)
    When we post a direct URL link, we frequently get thousands of downloads. But when scrolling is required, very few take the time. I mention this because those who click on this URL link and scroll to the bottom can download—completely free of charge—a clever 2-voice arrangement for a famous hymn to the Most Holy Name of Jesus. In a pinch, it can be nicely sung by one male and one female! It will be of interest to those who seek arrangements for two voices.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    PDF Download • Introit (3rd Sn. Ord.)
    This coming Sunday, 25 January 2026, is the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). The ENTRANCE CHANT (“Dóminus secus mare”) is somewhat rare because it comes from the New Testament. The authentic version in Latin—of astounding antiquity—was jettisoned in 1955 but restored in 1970. This rehearsal video has me attempting to sing the melody while simultaneously accompanying myself on the organ. I encourage you to print off the organ accompaniment (PDF) and play through it because it has extremely ‘happy’ harmonies.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    “Lamb of God” (Musical Setting)
    The MASS OF SAINT ANNE LINE has been quite popular ever since ROMAN MISSAL Third Edition was released circa 2011. You can now download the musical score (PDF) for this setting, placed into five (5) different keys; i.e. “pitch levels” that are high and low. This makes it possible to adjust based upon who’s singing at which time of day.
    —Jeff Ostrowski

Quick Thoughts

    “Reminder” — Month of January (2026)
    On a daily basis, I speak to people who don’t realize we publish a free newsletter (although they’ve followed our blog for years). We have no endowment, no major donors, no savings, and refuse to run annoying ads. As a result, our mailing list is crucial to our survival. Signing up couldn’t be easier: simply scroll to the bottom of any blog article and enter your email address.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    PDF • “O Come All Ye Faithful” (Simplified)
    I admire the harmonization of “Adeste Fideles” by David Willcocks (d. 2015), who served as director of the Royal College of Music (London, England). In 2025, I was challenged to create a simplified arrangement for organists incapable of playing the authentic version at tempo. The result was this simplified keyboard arrangement (PDF download) based on the David Willcocks version of “O Come All Ye Faithful.” Feel free to play through it and let me know what you think.
    —Jeff Ostrowski
    PDF Download • “In Paradisum” in English
    We always sing the IN PARADISUM in Latin, as printed on this PDF score. I have an appallingly bad memory (meaning I’d be a horrible witness in court). In any event, it’s been brought to my attention that 15 years ago I created this organ accompaniment for the famous and beautiful ‘IN PARADISUM’ Gregorian chant sung in English according to ‘MR3’ (Roman Missal, Third Edition). If anyone desires such a thing, feel free to download and print. Looking back, I wish I’d brought the TENOR and BASS voices into a unison (on B-Natural) for the word “welcome” on the second line.
    —Jeff Ostrowski

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“The spark of conversion can be struck by a single perfect liturgical gesture.”

— Cristina Campo (1966)

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