J-P Mauro on Why Everyone Should Sing at Mass

"From 'Sweet Caroline' to 'We Will Rock You,' raucous crowds of thousands never have any hesitancy about singing along at sporting events. When it comes to Catholic Mass, however, it can be hard for a music minister to lift every voice. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to music and some people just aren't drawn to singing, but music at Mass is more than just music. It is a Catholic exercise in prayer and one in which the Catechism asks all the faithful to participate."

In a recent commentary, writer J-P Mauro, reflected on some of the reasons why it is important to participate in singing at Mass and on some ways a person can participate, even if he/she feels musically challenged.

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Aleteia: Why everyone should sing at Mass, even if they aren't good at it (2 DEC 21)