22 Nov • The Heavenly Choir: Singing with St. Cecilia
A Word of Hope by Br. Edward Van Merrienboer, OP on the Feast of St. Cecilia, the patroness of sacred music. This reflection explores the profound spiritual importance of singing in liturgy, connecting our earthly voices to the heavenly chorus of saints and angels. Discover how our worship through music is a powerful act of faith, uniting us with God and preparing us for our eternal home.
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**Chapters:**
0:00 Welcome & Introduction (Brother Edward, St. Vincent Ferrer Priory)
0:00:08 Celebrating the Feast of St. Cecilia, Patroness of Sacred Music
0:00:26 St. Cecilia: A Martyr from the Early Church
0:00:55 The Importance of Sacred Music in Modern Liturgy
0:01:19 The Gift of Singing: Unity in Prayer
0:01:48 Singing in Scripture: From Old Testament to Early Church
0:02:22 Revelation: Saints and Angels Singing Praise to God
0:02:58 Singing: Connecting Earthly Community to Our Heavenly Home
0:03:11 Practice for Heaven: Joining the Chorus of Holy Ones
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