The old maxim, however, comes to mind:
"He who sings, prays twice."
If sung “well” (with sincerity and love), the words of a practitioner’s prayer
and the music they sing each simultaneously constitute acts of worship.
In fact, they form a gestalt expression of devotion, the whole becoming greater than the sum of its parts. This merger is so effective that the
“… combination of sacred music and words, … forms a necessary or integral part of solemn liturgy.”
Letter of St Frances Cabrini:
I know that this is a time of much anxiety. But, away with anxiety;
take courage! Place your trust in God and His Holy Mother…
Prayer is that powerful weapon that must defend and help you, not only now, but throughout your lives. Pray for yourselves, for the persons entrusted to your care, for those dear to you, for society, for the Church. Make prayer a habit, because if you succeed in experiencing the sweetness found in this intimate conversation of the soul with God, there will never be hours of discouragement and despair, nor will clouds long disturb the calm horizon of your souls.
Breaking Bread 2022 eMissal app offers a brand-new way to participate in the liturgy. With instant access to music, readings and the Order of Mass, parishioners can remain connected to their faith community through song and prayer. Users can add psalms and acclamations to individual celebrations, allowing them to prepare for Mass ahead of time.
Simple and easy to use, Breaking Bread 2022 eMissal is perfect for individuals unable to attend Mass in person and currently participating in livestreamed services. And for those able to attend in person but avoiding the use of physical resources, the app has also been approved for use in church by the USCCB during the 2022 liturgical year.
What’s included:
Breaking Bread 2022 eMissal App will be available for all iOS and Android users on their smartphones and tablets.
*The Breaking Bread 2022 eMissal app is only intended for use during the 2022 liturgical year. A new app will be released for each of the following years.