Category: Non Solum
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Non Solum: The Placement of Candles
While it might seem silly to ask someone where they put their candles, I have come to discover that it says a lot about a community’s theological and liturgical sensibilities.
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Non Solum: Reflecting on the Easter Vigil
With Easter behind us, I have had a bit of time to reflect on the Easter Vigil and its solemnity.
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Non solum: Pentecost Vigil Mass (Extended Form)
A reader recently wrote in asking for suggestions on how to plan the Pentecost Vigil Mass in its extended form.
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Non Solum: The Passion Narrative
The Passion narrative always receives careful consideration in our liturgy planning. We have found that the differences between the three synoptic gospels make it undesirable to use the same approach every year.
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Non Solum: Electronic Amplification
“Is electronic mediation so pervasive that only a few dinosaurs care about it anymore?”
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Non Solum: First Confessions
The liturgical celebration is no longer seen primarily as a sacramental ritual, but a rite of passage detached in many ways from its religious function.
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Non Solum: Kyrie Tropes
A reader recently wrote Pray Tell asking about Kyrie tropes.
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Non Solum: Easter Vigil Procession
“What to do about the Easter Vigil Procession?”
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Non Solum: Penance Services
During Advent and Lent it is the custom in many communities to offer penance services. Penance services are especially appropriate during Advent and Lent due to the penitential nature of both seasons.