Stephen Hawking and the Vatican
Theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, who said he did not believe in God, was still an esteemed member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and fostered a fruitful dialogue between science and faith.
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The Sounds of Gregorian Chant Have Renewed Popularity
At St John the Beloved Catholic Church in McLean, Virginia Gregorian Chant is the principal form of music – This church community is unique in that the ancient sounds of Gregorian chant are deeply woven into its fabric, interlaced in every Mass, every choir and the education of the students in the parish school.
Gregorian Chant: Is There A Bright Future?
Seminarian Gabe Bouck:”The liturgy is the highest peak of any sort of worship experience that we will every encounter this side of eternity, so, if I know that if there is nothing greater on this earth that I can do than to worship God, then everything that goes into that liturgy needs to be the best and the most beautiful that I can possibly bring to it.”
Gregorian Chant Series – Elevating our Liturgical Experience
When at Mass the priest sings, “The Lord be with you,” and the congregation responds in song, “and with your spirit,” they are performing Gregorian chant, because those holy texts are an essential part of the Mass.
Scandinavian Church Stresses Need for Support
The Catholic Church in the Nordic countries has struggled for survival in recent years. As its moral teachings are in contrast with state-promoted secular goals, it is largely viewed as an undesirable organisation and is barred from collecting financial support through state taxes.
Pope: Do not Pay for Mass, Redemption is Free
Mass isn’t a paid arrangement for salvation but rather the commemoration of Christ’s sacrifice of his life, given freely to all, Pope Francis said.
Pope on the Eucharist: The First Christian Altar Was the Cross
In his main talk, the pope continued his series on the Mass, focusing on the Liturgy of the Eucharist, which begins with the preparation of the gifts of bread and wine that are then consecrated and distributed to the faithful at holy Communion.
Muslims (literally) hold key to Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Jerusalem’s most famous Christian church, shared by three denominations, is unlocked each morning by a Muslim. Since the seventh century, the family of Wajeeh Nuseibeh, 69, has handed down the responsibility of opening the door of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Gallery Exhibit Explores St Francis’ Reception of Stigmata
St. Francis of Assisi’s reception of the stigmata, the wounds of Christ, at La Verna in Italy and its depiction by artists beginning in the 15th century is the focus of a National Gallery of Art exhibit.
