Music in the Liturgy
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"Sacred music, being a complementary part of the solemn liturgy, participates in the general scope of the liturgy, which is the glory of God and the sanctification and edification of the faithful. It contributes to the decorum and the splendor of the ecclesiastical ceremonies, and since its principal office is to clothe with suitable melody the liturgical text proposed for the understanding of the faithful, its proper aim is to add greater efficacy to the text, in order that through it the faithful may be the more easily moved to devotion and better disposed for the reception of the fruits of grace belonging to the celebration of the most holy mysteries.”- Pope Pius X, Tra le sollecitudini
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According to Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s 1963 Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy,
sacred music is “a necessary and integral part of the solemn liturgy” whose purpose is, to borrow the words of Pope Pius X, “the glory of God and the sanctification and edification of the faithful.”
The music ministry at St. Thérèse Little Flower Catholic Church endeavors to make the Church’s vision for liturgical music a reality by involving the clergy, choir, and congregation in music-making that befits
the dignity and splendor of the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
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ever wonder what the church teaches about sacred music?
On December 16th, 2020, Daniel gave a Zoom presentation explaining the Church's teaching on sacred music. You can view a recording of the presentation here.
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Anyone who wishes to learn more about the parish music program or desires to volunteer as a cantor or chorister is encouraged to contact me!
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daniellittleflowerchurch.orgDirector of Sacred Music & Liturgy
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