by msernest | May 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
In late February, the USCCB announced that the new translations of the ritual books Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) and Ritual de la Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos (RICA) were confirmed. The revised English translation follows the principles of... by Fr. Matthew Ernest | Mar 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
The RCIA often involves different groups of persons in a parish, each of which has a unique set of liturgical, pastoral, and catechetical needs. The following is a summary of these items. For additional information, please contact the Office of Liturgy, Chancery, or... by msernest | Dec 17, 2014
Planning Catholic Funeral Liturgies Workshop Saturday, February 1, 2020 10am-12pm St. Joseph’s Seminary, Yonkers When facing the loss of a loved one, Catholics are often asked to help plan the funeral liturgy for a family member or friend. Questions about music... by msernest | May 8, 2014
What is the Saint Cecilia Academy? The Saint Cecilia Academy is a four-course, fully accredited program offered through St. Joseph’s Seminary in the field of liturgical music for the purpose of introducing musicians to the history, theology, and pastoral...