by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Aug 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
In 2018, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception falls on a Saturday and is a Holy Day of Obligation. Evening Masses on this day, however, should celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. The USCCB’s Secretariat of Divine Worship has stated that, in such cases,...
by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Aug 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Office of Liturgy will be hosting two music workshops at Saint Joseph’s Seminary this September. Both sessions will be presented by Dr. Jennifer Donelson, D.M.A., director and professor of sacred music at Saint Joseph’s Seminary. The registration fee...
by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Aug 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Saint Joseph’s Seminary has announced that the following liturgy and sacred music courses will be taught this fall from September 5 through December 19: Introduction to Liturgy Monday nights from 7:00-9:30pm, Yonkers and Poughkeepsie campuses Taught by...
by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Aug 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Throughout the 2018-2019 academic year, the Liturgy Office will be hosting a series of workshops entitled “Pray the Mass!” These presentations will explore the rich spirituality of the Mass and offer practical tips to help attendees get more out of every...
by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Aug 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
In August, the Office of Liturgy announced the formation of an archdiocesan Vocalist Training Program: What is the Vocalist Training Program? The Vocalist Training Program seeks to provide the qualified singer with the skills and training needed to serve as a cantor,...
