Daily Archives: 5 July 2007

Not Impressed 4

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

“I’m not impressed that the other cats have been getting all the hits on his blog. I want my share of the spotlight!” My daughter’s “kitten” has the interesting practice of drinking water as she straddles the bowl with her … Continue reading →

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Eucharisticum Mysterium 60-61: Exposition

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

Part 3, section 5 begins: 60. Exposition of the blessed sacrament, either in a ciborium or a monstrance, draws the faithful to an awareness of the sublime presence of Christ and invites them to inner communion with him. Therefore, it … Continue reading →

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Treating Church Musicians Not So Well

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

On that NLM thread, I was dismayed to read of the situation of one of the internet’s church musicians and bloggers: I got an email this week from my Church’s secretary saying that they have hired a new guitarist for … Continue reading →

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Motumania: Pecuniary Diversions

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

You know the picture, right? This is your typical church musician (played ably by Jimmy Stewart) in tough negotiation with the pastor (kudos, Lionel Barrymore) over his salary. It could be Scrooge and Cratchit. Or your last organist and your … Continue reading →

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Patriotic Displays

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

We’ve had a decent St Blog’s discussion on the use of patriotic songs for Mass on or near national holidays. Have a go at my Art & Environment Team’s display in our parish narthex for the 4th. What do you … Continue reading →

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Silence of the Rovers?

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

The massive dust storm kicking up on Mars might end the insanely successful mission of the rovers Spirit and Opportunity. Over the past three years, mild storms have actually benefitted the intrepid robot explorers, wiping their solar panels clear of … Continue reading →

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Motumania: Significance and Disrespect

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

As my faithful Count has informed you, the scoop has indeed been whispered in the loggia, for now, at least the first two Latin paragraphs. So much for my hoax theory of the title. Rock does hint he’ll print summorum … Continue reading →

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Not Impressed 3

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

“I’m not impressed that Rock has leaked the first two paragraphs of the motu proprio and the traditionalists are having a hissy about it. I haven’t seen you all day and would prefer a hug and some petting. “

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Eucharisticum Mysterium 59: Eucharistic Processions

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

This is topical for us here in Kansas City as Bishop Finn has converted a regional spiritual attraction in the city of Saint Joseph to a diocesan-wide event. 59. In processions in which the eucharist is carried through the streets … Continue reading →

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The Forthcoming Motu Proprio

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

(This is Neil.) I suppose that I should say something about the forthcoming motu proprio, in which the Pope will presumably extend permission for the celebration of the Mass of Pius V. The Cardinal Archbishop of Boston, having participated in … Continue reading →

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Eucharisticum Mysterium 58: Devotions

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

58. Devotion, both private and public, toward the sacrament of the altar even outside Mass that conforms to the norms laid down by lawful authority and in the present Instruction is strongly advocated by the Church, since the eucharistic sacrifice … Continue reading →

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“The Opposite Of Reverence Is Arrogance”

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

It’s not as sexy as scout stoles, but have at it, my friends. This is Nathan Mitchell in the Loyola Press compilation of America liturgy essays, Celebrating Good Liturgy: Reverence means not simply a way of behaving at Mass, but … Continue reading →

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Not Impressed 2

Posted on 5 July 2007 by catholicsensibility

“I’m not impressed with your desire for a bit more sleep. Breakfast would be preferred.”

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