One small thing. You might have mentioned that Latin is the language of the Church precisely because its meaning cannot change, as the meaning of vernacular does. Therefore, learning Gregorian chant is an excellent way to please God, as pleasing God should be an important goal of our attendance at Mass, although I wonder how many have even considered that.
I have read the Bible completely about a dozen times. Sometimes it takes three years, so I thought that I would read the church's daily readings for three years, since I understood there to be three one-year components to the lectionary. My favorite part of it has been how the psalm corresponds so beautifully to one or more of the readings. With that background, I have a few questions.
Is liturgical music available on-line?
Is the scripture identified?
Are Responsorial Psalms available, daily readings, or something else?
Is the Reading & Gospel that corresponds with the Responsorial Psalm identifed?
Is it available in English or Latin only?
Thanks! Jeff
, ideally tied to the corresponding reading (assuming that it is the Responsorial Psalm
Thanks for commenting. I'll try to settle down and try to answer your questions soon (maybe tomorrow). I don't know a lot about the music for the new Mass. You can find out more by browsing the resources at the Church Music Association of America website: musicasacra.com, chantcafe.com, newliturgicalmovement.org, churchmusicassociation.org
Another good resource about sacred music for the new Mass is Corpus Christi Watershed, whose purpose is "promoting authentic sacred music." The English readings for the new Mass are posted every day at USCCB website. https://bible.usccb.org/readings/calendar.
I think you probably know more than I do. BTW, I love the verse you use for the name of your Substack. I use that a lot, especially when trying to suggest that it is bad to dwell on how people have injured you or how bad society or celebrities or criminals or politicians are. Also when suggesting that reading or watching movies or listening to music that has bad people doing bad things is opposed to developing a clean and holy heart.
This was quite interesting and educational! I am aware that the Mass is supposed to be sung. At my church of thirty years in Fort Worth, one priest (that I can recall) would chant the Mass in English once a month. At my church in my new home town quite regularly the Mass is chanted, but it’s not every Sunday. And as far as I know the Daily Mass is never chanted, but for Adoration with Benediction that follow once a week is almost always chanted.
I found your article because of someone’s response that the GIRM does not prescribe a Recessional Hymn. In context a neophyte Catholic was urging the rest of us to wait until after the Recessional Hymn to leave. And I came along saying Mass isn’t over until you spent some time in quiet prayer or reflection. I likened it to leaving your Host’s table immediately after one’s last bite.
So, it sounds as some considerable catechism is needed. First in Seminaries to teach new priest that Mass is to be sung. And simultaneously we need to be teaching the faithful.
I get weary sometimes learning that rules are in place but are not being followed or ignored. I’m currently writing an article to try to persuade my circle of influence to stop using the “V” for Victory or “Make Love not War” sign instead of shaking hands during the Sign of Peace. Come on, people, the pandemic is over!
Thank you for all the time you poured into this article!
Hi Roseanne,
EXCELLENT article. I agree wholeheartedly.
One small thing. You might have mentioned that Latin is the language of the Church precisely because its meaning cannot change, as the meaning of vernacular does. Therefore, learning Gregorian chant is an excellent way to please God, as pleasing God should be an important goal of our attendance at Mass, although I wonder how many have even considered that.
God bless you!
Jessica Munn
Well done, Roseanne!
I have read the Bible completely about a dozen times. Sometimes it takes three years, so I thought that I would read the church's daily readings for three years, since I understood there to be three one-year components to the lectionary. My favorite part of it has been how the psalm corresponds so beautifully to one or more of the readings. With that background, I have a few questions.
Is liturgical music available on-line?
Is the scripture identified?
Are Responsorial Psalms available, daily readings, or something else?
Is the Reading & Gospel that corresponds with the Responsorial Psalm identifed?
Is it available in English or Latin only?
Thanks! Jeff
, ideally tied to the corresponding reading (assuming that it is the Responsorial Psalm
This article tells you how to find the liturgical music. Renaissance of the Mass Propers: https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2013/03/05/the-renaissance-of-the-mass-propers/
Thanks for commenting. I'll try to settle down and try to answer your questions soon (maybe tomorrow). I don't know a lot about the music for the new Mass. You can find out more by browsing the resources at the Church Music Association of America website: musicasacra.com, chantcafe.com, newliturgicalmovement.org, churchmusicassociation.org
Another good resource about sacred music for the new Mass is Corpus Christi Watershed, whose purpose is "promoting authentic sacred music." The English readings for the new Mass are posted every day at USCCB website. https://bible.usccb.org/readings/calendar.
The Usccb can email them, too, which is how I receive them. I read them while making coffee.
It admirable that you are so thorough in your preparation for Mass.
I think you probably know more than I do. BTW, I love the verse you use for the name of your Substack. I use that a lot, especially when trying to suggest that it is bad to dwell on how people have injured you or how bad society or celebrities or criminals or politicians are. Also when suggesting that reading or watching movies or listening to music that has bad people doing bad things is opposed to developing a clean and holy heart.
Thank you! Glad to see your comment.
This is a great article. Thank you
This was quite interesting and educational! I am aware that the Mass is supposed to be sung. At my church of thirty years in Fort Worth, one priest (that I can recall) would chant the Mass in English once a month. At my church in my new home town quite regularly the Mass is chanted, but it’s not every Sunday. And as far as I know the Daily Mass is never chanted, but for Adoration with Benediction that follow once a week is almost always chanted.
I found your article because of someone’s response that the GIRM does not prescribe a Recessional Hymn. In context a neophyte Catholic was urging the rest of us to wait until after the Recessional Hymn to leave. And I came along saying Mass isn’t over until you spent some time in quiet prayer or reflection. I likened it to leaving your Host’s table immediately after one’s last bite.
So, it sounds as some considerable catechism is needed. First in Seminaries to teach new priest that Mass is to be sung. And simultaneously we need to be teaching the faithful.
I get weary sometimes learning that rules are in place but are not being followed or ignored. I’m currently writing an article to try to persuade my circle of influence to stop using the “V” for Victory or “Make Love not War” sign instead of shaking hands during the Sign of Peace. Come on, people, the pandemic is over!
Thank you for all the time you poured into this article!
Peace🕊️
Roseanne, I used information from this piece in a comment to Ted Gloia today (uncredited though).
https://www.honest-broker.com/p/how-we-lost-the-ability-to-listen
You would appreciate what I wrote, though.
Thanks for the reference, and I'm glad to see what you commented on Ted Gioia's article.
Your article fit all too perfectly with the excerpt from his book.