Work of the People

An Evening with Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ – May 8, 2013

nemis — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:12:49 -0400

Father Gregory Boyle, S.J., author of Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion, will share his reflections on community and the sacredness of life drawn from his more than 20 years of experience with Homeboy Industries which serves high-risk, formerly gang-involved men and women with a continuum of services
and programs. Read more...

The Easter and Pentecost Sequences

macalintal — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:50:46 -0400

This article by Diana Macalintal first appeared in Eucharistic Ministries 240, March 2004.

Ten ways to do liturgical movement without breaking out the ballet slippers

macalintal — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:11:21 -0400

Liturgical movement is not primarily the choreographed movements of trained dancers. It is the integral gestures the liturgical ministers and assembly members make together, such as the Sign of the Cross and the various processions of the Mass. Read more...

A Prayer of Blessing for Pope Francis

nemis — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:17:20 -0400

This service is intended for use in the classroom, parish gatherings, and personal prayer.

Click here to print this prayer service. (Spanish ver.)

Gathering Song Read more...

Diocesan Intercession for Good Friday 2013

macalintal — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:26:52 -0400

Bishop Patrick McGrath asks that the following intercession be added to the General Intercessions for the Celebration of the Lord’s Passion on Good Friday, March 29, 2013. This intercession has been formatted to match the pattern (either sung or spoken) of the intercessions that are found in the Roman Missal. Read more...

Liturgy Job Available (Washington, DC)

nemis — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:46:32 -0400

Pastoral Associate for Liturgy Read more...

Liturgy Job Available (Diocese of Dallas)

nemis — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:39:19 -0400

The Diocese of Dallas seeks a qualified person to serve as Associate Director of Worship. Read more...

Liturgy Job Available (Diocese of Green Bay)

nemis — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:20:43 -0400

Director Worship and Living Justice

This full-time position for the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay, Inc. will provide leadership and direction for a comprehensive approach to delivery of parish and diocesan services in the areas of worship and living justice.
Read more...

Liturgy Job Available (USCCB)

nemis — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:09:27 -0400

USCCB Secretariat of Divine Worship Seeks Staff Advisor Read more...

Liturgical Guidelines and Resources for Prayer during the Papal Transition

macalintal — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:41:30 -0500

The following guidelines have been issued by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Secretariat of Divine Worship. Download a PDF file of the entire guidelines here, available in both English and Spanish. The PDF file also includes music suggestions for the election of a new pope. Read more...

A Prayer Before Confession After A Long Absence

macalintal — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:58:51 -0500

I confess, Lord, it’s been a while,
and I feel ashamed.
My guilt just seemed to get in the way,
and now I’ve put this off for too long.
Why do I let myself stay so far from you
when I know in my heart
that you have never left?
I am afraid, Lord, that if I reveal myself to you,
show you who I have become, Read more...

Do we have to use Year A readings for the RCIA scrutinies?

macalintal — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:45:00 -0500

This article by Diana Macalintal originally appeared on TeamRCIA.com, March 3, 2009. Read more...

Breaking Open the Opening Prayers of the Mass: A free resource for parishes

macalintal — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:03:35 -0500

Have you ever thought, "huh?" right after saying or hearing the opening prayer of the Mass? Yeah, me too. Yet, the opening prayer, called the Collect, is an important key to the Mass, so we shouldn't dismiss it too quickly even when the words sometimes get in the way. Read more...

Webinar for music ministers on the rites of Holy Week

nemis — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:28:40 -0500

National Association of Pastoral Musicians
E-Notes
January 17, 2013

UPCOMING NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PASTORAL MUSICIANS WEBINAR: The Rites of Holy Week Read more...

Job Opening: Liturgy Director-Archdiocese of Seattle

nemis — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:40:32 -0500

The Office of the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Seattle has an opening for a full-time Liturgy Director. This opening is to fill a vacant position.

GENERAL INTRODUCTION: Read more...

Liturgy, Cold, and the Flu: Common Sense Practices

macalintal — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:57:11 -0400

As we continue through the winter cold and flu season on our way to the warmer days of spring, it's a good time to review some common sense liturgical practices and issues to help everyone stay healthy and to care for one another as we gather each week for Mass and other parish activities.

If you are sick, take care of yourself Read more...

When does the Christmas season really end? Part 2 – Making it Count

macalintal — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 04:37:53 -0500

Apparently some people were still not convinced by my argument that the last day of the Roman Catholic Church’s Christmas season is the Baptism of the Lord. Read more...

When does the Christmas season really end?

macalintal — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:57:56 -0500

You've heard of the popular phrase these days, "Keep Christ in Christmas." Well, here's my plea for you to keep the Baptism of the Lord in Christmas as well. Read more...

National Catholic Youth Choir accepting applications for 2013

nemis — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 10:50:32 -0500

The NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CHOIR is seeking high school students to audition for the 2013 camp and multi-state concert tour. The choir is led by conductor, Dr. Axel Theimer and founding director, Fr. Anthony Ruff, OSB.

Applications are due March 18, 2013.

Who - Catholic students entering grades 10, 11, and 12 in fall of 2013 Read more...

The Three Masses of Christmas

macalintal — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 13:17:12 -0500

By Brother John M. Samaha, S.M. Read more...