Daily Archives: 13 July 2010

Play Me Not A Dirge

Our first two Masses this weekend at the parish found the musicians switching out the planned final hymn (Lord, You Give The Great Commission) for “Sing of the Lord’s Goodness,” a parish fave. The 10:30 Mass leader asked if we … Continue reading

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OCF 39: Liturgical Color

Some may be surprised by what is permitted here: 39. The liturgical color chosen for funerals should express Christian hope but should not be offensive to human grief or sorrow. In the United States, white, violet, or black vestments may … Continue reading

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