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By Cantor The Role of the Chant Director  As promised, here is another excerpt from the book Gregorian Chant by Father Andrew F. Klarmann. Why choose this particular passage? We have often spoken of the function and life of a … Continue reading →

By Gourmet Nun It’s strawberry time, and our strawberry patch has been producing tub after tub of beautiful berries every morning . . . a delight to look at, let alone to eat. Of course, no strawberry dessert will ever top … Continue reading →

June 20 Echoes of Eternity If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask Him? Matthew 7:11 My … Continue reading →

By Sr. Nun Other I’m rethinking my personal definition of times of plenty. It isn’t about having, getting, or owning.  It isn’t about money or the best of anything. It’s about the presence of God’s love, protection and care. I’m … Continue reading →

June 19 Echoes of Eternity Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; for thou hast created all things, and for Thy pleasure they are and were created. Revelation 4:11 You are held in the Hand … Continue reading →

By Melodious Monk It’s funny, at Eucharist, how sometimes Latin words pop out at me at the least expected times. This morning, as I was somewhat mindlessly singing the Introit Proper, I was suddenly engaged by 2 words: Quem Timebo? … Continue reading →

By Renaissance Girl This past Sunday was the 14th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church of the Transfiguration. I can hardly believe 14 years have gone by since that incredibly hot day in June of 2000 when we filled … Continue reading →

An article challenging churches to discover the rich benefits of Gregorian Chant, naming helpful and beautiful resources available from Paraclete Press. Chiming in on the Church’s Changeless Chant Challengecatholiclane.comNormally I attend a parish that has excellent music—the best in town, … Continue reading →

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