Author: Rita Ferrone
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Details of the Inauguration Day Liturgy
The Pastoral Associate for Liturgy and Director of Music at St Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington, Tom Stehle, has shared some of the details of the liturgy that marked the beginning of inauguration day for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. I welcome this sharing (the article appeared in the National Catholic Reporter as part of their…
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Awareness, Wisdom, Will: A “Culture of Care”–in Liturgy
Cardinal Parolin’s brief but trenchant suggestions for a conference on climate change led me to reflect on the question of how we develop a “culture of care” in liturgy.
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What does Fratelli Tutti tell us about liturgy?
Our liturgies must resonate with “the music of the Gospel.” Here are some thoughts on how we might do that — inspired by the Pope’s new encyclical, Fratelli Tutti.
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Creation, Day Two: Waters and the Sky
We rely upon that second day of Creation more than we admit.
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Season of Creation 2020
Round up for the Season of Creation 2020: Resources and inspirations
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Godparent preparation and liturgical catechesis
We need better models of godparent preparation. Insights from the RCIA can help.
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NAAL Cancelled for 2021
A message from Gennifer Brooks, President of the North American Academy of Liturgy, was sent to the membership of that organization on July 27, announcing that their annual meeting for 2021 will be cancelled due to the pandemic. Here is the message in full. Dear NAAL Colleagues: I pray that you all are continuing to…
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A Blessing for Face Masks
May all our efforts to guard and protect one another in charity become a shining witness to the love of Jesus Christ.
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Be Not Afraid
Salt and Light Media, with OCP recording artists, presented an old favorite anew. What can we learn from the role this hymn has played in popular piety?