Form a Band
Use your talents to make some music for the Lord.
Pick a few favorite songs or Christian hymns and pull your family together to form a band. A lot of sheet music can be found by searching the Internet. Invite family members who play instruments to use their talent. For those who do not play instruments, use items around your house to contribute. Here are some ideas:
Prayer to St. Cecilia
Dear Saint Cecilia, one thing we know for certain about you is that you became a heroic martyr in fidelity to your divine Bridegroom.
We do not know that you were a musician but we are told that you heard Angels sing.
Inspire musicians to gladden the hearts of people by filling the air with God's gift of music and reminding them of the divine Musician who created all beauty.
Amen.
Listen carefully to the music at Mass today. Which song was your favorite?
Music at Mass is not used for entertainment but for worship. Music ministers must select liturgical music according to guidelines given by the Church. Music selection is tied to the Scriptures and feast days for the given day.
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