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Our Parish Musicians

In the Mass, music that blends both spiritual and artistic excellence, is liturgical – it is sacred. Such music has the ability to cultivate, strengthen, and deepen the spiritual experience of those gathered for worship. The musical tradition of the Church is a treasure of immeasurable value.

Liturgical music never dominates, but serves. Sacred music imparts spiritual truth to one’s mind, heart, and soul. It displays a dimension of meaning and feeling that mere words cannot. Music makes prayer more pleasing, promotes a sense of congregational unity, and confers greater solemnity upon the sacred rites.

Singing is an expression of joy. In Colossians 3:16, St. Paul exhorts the faithful assembled in expectation of their Lord’s return to sing together.He says –

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.., singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.” Our relationship with God is one of love, and whether we sing loudly or softly, on pitch or out of tune, sing! St. Augustine very rightly says that, “it is natural for a lover to sing.” We might also remember the ancient proverb that tells us “those who sing pray twice.” So sing your praise, your love song, to God – He will surely be pleased.

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February: Month of The Holy Family
JESUS, Son of God and Son of Mary, bless our family.
Graciously inspire in us the unity, peace,
and mutual love that you found in your own family


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