by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Nov 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
The USCCB’s Committee on Divine Worship has announced the publication of liturgical prayers for Mass in the Jubilee Year in English, Spanish, and Latin. These texts include presidential prayers, three full Mass formularies, a set of Lectionary readings, five sets of... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Nov 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
Are you a parish musician looking for direction on how to choose uplifting, beautiful, and singable music for your congregation? Are you eager to learn more about the Church’s understanding of the role of sacred music at Mass? On February 22, from 10am-12pm, Dr.... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Nov 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
The Advent and Christmas seasons offer opportunities for parishes to vary their musical choices at Mass, to learn new songs, and to revisit cherished favorite hymns. What follows is a description of some liturgical options and practices associated with these seasons... 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 for these... 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 Father Matthew...