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Music and the spoken word are unbelievable instruments of faith. In the modern world, they are undeniable tools of evangelization. This page is the place for free downloads of music and the spoken word that hope to ignite a renewal of faith in all of our Catholic faith communities. Use music and appropriate media in your ministry and your personal prayer life. Visit back here often for updates and new releases.

 

The Place of Music in the Catholic Celebration (from the USCCB Committee on the Liturgy "Music in Catholic Worship)

Music Serves the Expression of Faith

23. Among the many signs and symbols used by the Church to celebrate its faith, music is of preeminent importance. As sacred song united to words it forms a necessary or integral part of the solemn liturgy. Yet the function of music is ministerial; it must serve and never dominate. Music should assist the assembled believers to express and share the gift of faith that is within them and to nourish and strengthen their interior commitment of faith. It should heighten the texts so that they speak more fully and more effectively. The quality of joy and enthusiasm which music adds to community worship cannot be gained in any other way. It imparts a sense of unity to the congregation and sets the appropriate tone for a particular celebration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

aa Catholic Music Network, a great new Catholic worship music resource

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

aa Oregon Catholic Press's Catholic Worship Music Resource