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Music conference strikes economical note with ticket offer
The National Liturgical Council and the Australian Pastoral Musicians Network are making the upcoming National Liturgy and Music Conference more accessible through their “Late Bird” ticket offer.
Lectionary representatives from Australia, Ireland and NZ meet in Ireland
Representatives from the bishops’ conferences of Australia, Ireland and New Zealand met in Ireland last week to discuss the progress of the Joint Lectionary Project. Source: Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference.
Polyphony a musical example of unity in diversity: Pope
The liturgical music tradition of polyphony with its blend of melodies and harmonies should lift people’s spirits as it subtly transmits a message about diversity and unity, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
Cardinal calls for restoration of Traditional Latin Mass
United States Cardinal Raymond Burke has asked Pope Leo XIV to remove measures restricting the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass in dioceses. Source: CNA.
Melbourne priest takes on national liturgy role
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has appointed Fr Anthony Doran as executive secretary for liturgy. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Liturgical conference to bring together ‘the three Rs’
Rita, Ricky and Richard – It wasn’t intentional, but the Pilgrims of Hope: Transformed through Sacrament and Song conference will bring together three keynote speakers who will likely resonate with their rigorous revelations about rites, ritual and rhythm. Source: The Record.
Dominican teaches people how to sing with the Pope
With more than half a million views on the first “Sing with the Pope” video, Fr Robert Mehlhart OP says he is shocked at how people have responded to the series. Source: Vatican News.
Amazonian Rite’s proposition to include ordination of women deacons
The commission in charge of the elaboration of the Amazonian Rite will include in its final proposition a request for the ordination of women deacons, a new document shows. Source: Crux.
Lights, camera, ‘Mass for You at Home’
For Fr Chris del Rosario, Mass for You at Home is all about “engagement” and “encounter”. Source: Catholic Outlook.