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.”
“Paul VI … declared that he had been hurt by certain arbitrary liturgical experiments and pained by a certain tendency to de-sacralize the liturgy.” — Cardinal Antonelli (19 April 1967)
Embracing the Spirit of the Liturgical Calendar
This book collects twenty years’ worth of choral compositions for the Catholic liturgy.
The author calls people who appreciate Gregorian chant “conservative” and those who don’t “liberal.” Are such labels really helpful?
“‘At the acceptable time I have listened to you, and helped you on the day of salvation.’ Behold, now is the acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.” -2 Cor 6:2
Liturgical advice from Tony Soprano???
Let us listen consistently to the greatest works in music and make them the exemplars, the teachers, the inspirations and consolations of our interior life as aesthetic beings.
Remember your own spiritual health during Lent.
Few parishes are willing to sing Gregorian Introits for the Entrance Procession, but it is SIGNIFICANT that the very first Introit of Lent sings of God’s infinite MERCY.
“Rend Your Hearts, Not Your Garments”
David Clayton shares free resources and instruction for adapting Latin chant to English.
Do you sing “ain-juhl” or “ain-jell” for the word “ANGEL” ? Do you sing “hevv-ihn” or “heav’n” for the word “HEAVEN” ?
“An enjoyable visit this morning with Cardinal Burke, a godly prince-of-a-Prefect (of the Apostolic Signatura) and a friend of many years … God bless our good shepherds!”
A brief Lenten reflection by Fr. Valentine Young, OFM.
See what goes into designing a painting.
