5+ day, 4+ hour ago (844+ words) There are a lot of "solos" sung by our Protestant brethren: sola fide (saved by faith alone), sola Scriptura (Scripture alone is the rule of faith), and sola gratia (grace alone). Generally, one ought to be leery of claims that things work "alone." Typically, many things work together in harmony; things are interrelated. Very seldom is anyone or anything really "alone." The problem with "solos" emerges (it seems to me) in our mind, where it is possible to separate things out; but just because we can separate something out in our mind does not mean that we can do so in reality. Consider, for a moment, a candle's flame. In my mind, I can separate the heat of the flame from its light, but I could never put a knife into the flame and put the heat of the flame…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago (1860+ words) In The Song of the Lamb, says interviewer Peter Carter, "Cardinal Sarah lays out the clear definitions and principles of the liturgy and sacred music that are always refreshing to understand anew and to enter into more deeply." November 23, 2025 Paul Senz Books, Features, Interview 0 Print One of the liturgical battlefronts is on the lines of the musical staff. Peter Carter recently spoke with'Catholic World Report about his major interview with Cardinal Sarah, the role of beauty in evangelization, and the importance of the Sacred Liturgy. Catholic World Report:'How did the book come about? And what was the process for the interviews? The challenge of the editing process was to combine both the written transcripts of our discussions with his written answers in a way that was true to his word, while presenting it all in a clear and logical…...

6+ day, 17+ hour ago (1024+ words) Homily of Pope Leo XIV on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, and Jubilee of Choirs and Musicians The post What does it mean to be part of a choir? Liturgical music (and singing) reflected upon by Pope Leo XIV appeared first on ZENIT - English. (ZENIT News / Vatican City, 11.23.2025).- At least 40,000 people participated in the Mass presided over by Pope Leo XIV on the morning of Sunday, November 23, in St. Peter's Square on the occasion of the Jubilee of choirs and musicians. Below is the English translation of the Pope's homily, in which he responded to the question of what a choir is in the Catholic Church and the importance and value of liturgical singing and music. Dear sisters and brothers, In the responsorial Psalm, we have sung, "Let us go rejoicing to the house…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (728+ words) Inspired by the shrine's history and mission, the new hymn invites pilgrims to reflect on Our Lady's message and maternal protection. A newly composed sacred hymn " The Champion Hymn " debuted at the Oct. 9 solemnity in Wisconsin, honoring the Church's first approved Marian apparition in the United States. Bishop David Ricken celebrated the Mass on Oct. 9 honoring her in this first approved apparition in the United States. One verse recalls and describes when our Blessed Mother first appeared to the young girl Adele Brise: Another of the eight verses points to Adele's mission of teaching the children, proclaiming: The hymn reflects the thought of the Peshtigo fire from which Our Lady saved Adele and all the people who gathered at the chapel where the shrine now stands, but at the same time it extends that to Our Lady's continuous protection of…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (1220+ words) "Admission to concerts in churches must be free of charge." Fees for Church Entrance & the Dwindling Funds for Sacred Music Some people traveling around Italy have found themselves in front of churches and basilicas that require an entrance ticket for admission and visitation. Of course, this fee is not for participation in liturgical celebrations. However, if someone wished to enter for a devout visit (that is, not purely touristic, but inspired by a spiritual desire) in order to pray before the works of art preserved in those churches, they would still have to pay an entrance fee. It is true that churches and basilicas sometimes face very high maintenance costs, so one can understand that some of them must find ways to raise the funds necessary for proper upkeep. That said, charging admission to enter a church is not without…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (132+ words) Folofola Mai a S's" is a beloved hymn that holds a special place in our hearts" "Jesus Is the Way: What the new hymnbooks Tongan hymn means to Tongan Latter-day Saints "Folofola Mai "a S's" is a beloved hymn that holds a special place in our hearts Salome Strom was born and raised in Haalaufuli, Vavau, within the Kingdom of Tonga. She grew up singing Folofola Mai "a S's" (Jesus Is the Way") in the Tongan hymnbook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Honestly, I was among the numerous Tongans who were astonished and [shed] tears of joy when the choir performed the Tongan song in English," she said. The English translation and the sounds are impeccably aligned with the vocals throughout the chorus."...

3+ week, 6+ day ago (108+ words) I always live in hope of seeing the world's power imbalances resolved, so we can normalise a bit more diversity, but this article seems to do a good job of covering the difficulties that start to emerge. Whole article linked underneath my selected quote, and I added the bolding. Sarah Mullally... I always live in hope of seeing the world's power imbalances resolved, so we can normalise a bit more diversity, but this article seems to do a good job of covering the difficulties that start to emerge. Whole article linked underneath my selected quote, and I added the bolding. Sarah Mullally breaks the Anglican Communion's glass ceiling...