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Rocking Romans 2011 Best of New Catholic Music Contest
The 2011 Rocking Romans Best of New Catholic Music Contest entry period runs from Ash Wednesday, March 9, through May 1. Rocking Romans anticipates receiving exciting Catholic Music entries from around the world. The winning songs entered in the competition will be included in the 2011 Best of New Catholic Music compilation CD. Royalty payments based upon unit sales will be made to each of the artists/bands whose music is a part of the compilation.LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Rocking Romans Website
Listen to and Vote for WYD 2011 Song Contest
Be sure to visit the website (link below) to see videos for and to vote for songs in the contest for theme song for World Youth Day 2011 to be held in Madrid August 16-21, 2011.
Songs have been entered from all over the world - Argentina, France, Mexico, Columbia, Ecuador, United Kingdom, United States, Spain, Brazil, and more.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
MadridMeEncanta.org - Contest for Theme to WYD 2011
World Youth Day 2011 official site
John Michael Talbot Releasing New Music for the New Missal
Mass will change for Catholics nationwide this year, with a new English translation of the Roman Missal used to follow the service.
When they make the switch, John Michael Talbot hopes they'll be singing his songs.
Talbot, a lay Catholic monk and Christian music pioneer, was in Nashville this week to finish Worship and Bow Down, his collection of songs inspired by the new translation. The new Mass will debut in November, and his music will be available for congregations to sing.
First, he's recording the songs on a CD, an idea that began in a small underground studio at the monastery he founded on the outskirts of Eureka Springs, Ark. For more than 30 years, Talbot, a founding member of the 1960s country rock band Mason Proffitt, has been a lay Catholic monk. He lives at the monastery in a simple, two-room house with his wife, Viola.
Read the rest of the article here.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
John Michael Talbot website
Norbertine Fathers to Peform Chant in Concert in Costa Mesa, Ca.
Candlelight processionals, organ music, visual images and the haunting beauty of Gregorian chant... this is what Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, California will sound and look like next week.
Carl St. Clair and the Pacific Symphony have invited the Norbertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey to perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, February 24-26.
The Norbertines have released two Gregorian Chant albums so far - "Christmas at St. Michael's" and "Anthology". Their third album, "Gregorian Chant: Requiem" will be available on April 12, 2011.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Norbertine Fathers Website
2011 Episcopal Youth Event, St Paul, Minn
March 1 - Deadline for current 9-12 graders to apply for The 2011 Episcopal Youth Event! Each diocese can send a delegation of youth to this triennial event at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota June 22-29, 2011! We will be taking up to 12 youth (along with our 3 adult chaperones) as part of the Diocese of New Jersey's delegation. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event! LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Read more here and apply...
Center for Ministry Development offers help for Youth Ministers
The Center for Ministry Development invites you to join us in Glenville for a one-day workshop designed to help ministry leaders utilize retreats in their ministry in ways that will allow young people to renew their faith and reflect on God's presence in their lives. The day begins with registration at 8:30 AM, and is followed by the workshop from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The workshop will help ministry leaders:
understand the role of retreats within a comprehensive ministry with youth;
explore practical ideas for developing retreats and utilizing resources;
develop a plan for including retreats in parish and school ministry, including confirmation preparation.
The workshop is designed for Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Directors of Religious Education, Coordinators of Confirmation Preparation, and adult members of ministry teams.
The cost of the workshop is $49, which includes lunch and a handout packet rich in practical ideas and resources.
If you have any questions about the workshop, please contact Ann Marie Eckert at annmarie@cmdnet.org; for questions regarding registration, contact Nancy Flint at nancy@cmdnet.org, or call her at 253-853-5422.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Center for Ministry Development
Catholic Music Express now on Facebook and on Twitter
The Catholic Music Express and GrapeVine are now on Facebook and on Twitter.On Facebook, we need you to join us and to mark the site as one you "like". That way we can get an actual Facebook domain.
John Michael Talbot Goes Into the Studio, and is also on Facebook
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 11, 2011 — The world’s most popular Catholic recording artist and one of the fathers of contemporary Christian music, John Michael Talbot, will be in Nashville February 14th through 18th recording his first studio project in over two years, "Worship and Bow Down."
Dubbed a "Techno-Monk," Talbot has successfully embraced technology, growing his Facebook fanbase to over 12,000 within the past year with over 2 million monthly views.
From the road or hermitage, Talbot posts several times a day from his iPad and iPhone to Facebook, always including his popular daily Gospel reflection. Talbot says Facebook is "like the two windows in the medieval anchorage: one to the church for Mass, and one to the world to minister. Facebook is a window to the world from my hermitage."
From February 14th through 18th, Talbot's "hermitage" will be the "Tracking Room" studio in Nashville where he will be co-producing the recording of his new CD. With over 4 million album sales, Talbot is very much at home in the recording studio and will be "opening the hermitage window" to this often private world, sharing pictures, stories and videos on his Facebook fan page throughout the week.
Talbot says, "Sharing the studio experience is a natural progression of my relationship with my Facebook community. We are all in this journey together and this is another way to break down walls and build dialogue through a shared experience."
For "Worship and Bow Down" Talbot teamed with the largest Catholic music publisher, OCP (Oregon Catholic Press). Targeted for a digital release this Spring 2011, the CD will include Talbot's "Contemporary Chant" setting for the New Roman Missal as well as original Eucharistic, Marian and Christian meditation hymns.
Facebook fans old and new are encouraged to stop by Talbot’s fan page frequently and take part in this unique opportunity. Visit
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
John Michael Talbot on Facebook
UCMVA Announces Travel and Accommodations for the 2011 Unity Awards
Donnellson, IA (January 27, 2011) - Following the announcement of the date and location of the 2011 UNITY AWARDS, the United Catholic Music & Video Association announces availability of accommodations for the event.The Holiday Inn San Antonio International Airport
77 NE Loop 410
San Antonio, Texas 78216
1-210-349-9900
Space is limited! Room block is reserved for October 12-15, 2011 at a rate of $89.00 per night +plus tax (double occupancy).
You will also receive a coupon for 50% off fully cooked breakfast buffet.
You can book these rooms directly by calling 1-888-615-0518 and you must identify yourself as being affiliated with the UCMVA event in order to claim this special rate.
For Air Travelers:
There will be a FREE Shuttle Bus to and from the hotel. Simply call after picking up bags and they will come.
Additional updates will be posted on the UCMVA website.
Remember to SAVE THE DATE for the 2011 UNITY AWARDS!
October 15, 2011; Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, TX
The Unity Awards annual event which started in the year 2000 is a celebration that recognizes excellence in evangelization, through music and media, by Catholic musicians, film makers and others in the creative arts. Projects released in 2010, in a variety of categories, will be eligible for the 2011 Unity Awards. Prior to the Unity Awards celebration event, ‘Educational Programs’ will be offered on Thursday October 13 and Friday October 14. These programs will be presented by a variety of speakers representing various related topics.
For more information on The United Catholic Music & Video Association contact aly@ucmva.com or call 319-835-9314. Or, visit us on Facebook and Twitter.
About the UCMVA:
The United Catholic Music & Video Association is a 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit membership organization established in 2000. The purpose and intent focuses on "Keeping the Faith Alive" and spreading God's message of Unity, Love and Evangelization through music and media.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
United Catholic Music and Video Association website
Pope hails digital media possibilities, cautions on misuse
VATICAN CITY — In his World Communications Day message issued today, Pope Benedict extolled the “wonders” of the digital age and said they had opened unprecedented opportunities to spread the Gospel.The pope invited Christians to join social media, saying this new model of information sharing was something the church could and should work with. But he also said there was a “Christian” way of being online: honest, responsible and respectful of others.
He noted some risks posed by the digital revolution: superficiality, replacing real-life contact with virtual interaction and constructing an artificial public profile that doesn’t correspond to the authentic person.
At a press conference today, Vatican officials candidly acknowledged that the 83-year-old pope doesn’t surf the Internet much. He still writes with a pen and prefers to let aides navigate online, said Father Federico Lombardi, the Vatican spokesman.
At the same time, Father Lombardi said, the pope has approved and shown great interest in the Vatican’s Internet projects.
The next big thing on the Vatican’s digital horizon is the unveiling of an Internet portal for news and features from various Vatican media. Archbishop Claudio Celli, head of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications, said he hopes an initial version of the site — in Italian and English — will be up and running by Easter.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Read the original article here.
Steve Angrisano to appear in concert in New Bedford, MA
New Bedford, Mass-—New Bedford will have a chance to hear Catholic singer/songwriter, Steve Angrisano, recognized nationally as one of the top contemporary Catholic musicians of our time.Steve will be appearing for an all-ages family event and concert starting at 7 p.m. Friday, February 4th at St. Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Church. There is no cost for the concert, but the parish will be collecting donations of non-perishable food items at the door entrances.
Steve's songs, including the popular, "Go Make a Difference" have been inspiring audiences of all ages since the late 1990's. His concerts thrive on audience interaction—giving the performance an intimate ambiance that is only enhanced by his sense of humor.
"This is a great opportunity for families in New Bedford and surrounding areas to come together for a night of prayer, music and fun," says Cecilia Felix, principal of Holy Family Holy Name School which is co-sponsored by St. Lawrence Parish. "We are hosting this event to provide an evening where all can join together in HIS NAME!. Steve is a great musician and inspiring story-teller. We are very excited to be able to share his talents with everyone!"
Event information
Steve Angrisano Concert--Friday, February 4th, 2011 at 7pm to be held at St. Lawrence Church, County Street, New Bedford, MA…Non-perishable food collection at the doors… a free-will offering during the concert!
About Steve
Steve Angrisano is a veteran musician, composer and youth minister who has been featured at 6 World Youth Days, several National Catholic Youth Conferences and many diocesan youth conventions/conferences. His easy, honest style of ministry is born from who he is: a committed witness to the life and love of Jesus Christ.
About spiritandsong.com
spiritandsong.com, a division of OCP, offers the latest releases by both big-name artists and emerging new talents. OCP, a not-for-profit publisher of music and worship resources based in Portland, Oregon, has been in operation for more than 80 years. Worship materials produced by OCP are used in thousands of churches in the United States and are distributed worldwide. More information is available at 1-800-548-8749 and ocp.org. For exclusive content and updates, visit Facebook.com/OCPmusic
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
SpiritAndSong.com
OCP's Facebook Page
OCP
Franciscan webcast focuses on 'Creativity for Creation'
Anyone can take steps to reduce their carbon footprint in the environment anywhere at almost any time, says Patrick Carolan, the new executive director of the Franciscan Action Network.Specific, practical ideas on how to do that will be discussed during a two-hour webcast called "Creativity for Creation" that the network is sponsoring beginning at 7 p.m. EST, Jan. 26.
Carolan said the ideas are being offered because the federal government has failed to adopt climate change legislation that sets limits on greenhouse gas emissions.
"What happens is a lot is people look at a problem and see it’s so large and say, 'What can I do about it?' But there are actions people can take to reduce their carbon footprint. The goal, of course, is to get people to begin to take action and bring to their own communities these actions," Carolan said.
"We want to give people ideas to start carrying out the message that St. Francis and St. Clare gave us about caring for creation," he added.
Register for the webcast here..
Panelists during the webcast, which will originate at the Washington Theological Seminary, include Riobart Breen, a secular Franciscan and assistant professor of political science at Siena College; Franciscan Sister Caryn Crook, Franciscan ecology coordinator at her order’s Spirituality and Nature Center, Fayetteville, N.Y.; Stacey Kennealy, certification program and sustainability director at GreenFaith, New Brunswick, N.J.; Joelle Novey, executive director of Greater Washington Interfaith Power and Light; and Fran Teplitz, social investing and strategic outreach director at Green America, Washington.
The Franciscan Action Network describes itself as "a grass-roots, faith-based civic engagement organization with a growing national base of organizations and persons who are inspired by the witness and example of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi."
The network is part of the Catholic Coalition on Climate Change.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Catholic Coalition on Climate Change
Franciscan Action Network
Ten Ideas to Help Your Music Ministry
Nick Alexander has offered a few ideas for helping to build up your music ministries:
It is a few weeks after the new year, and I suppose that many of us are looking for ways to use this next year productively.
If you are lacking in music gigs for the time being, this can be a perfect opportunity to brush up and make your own ministry even more productive.
Below is a list of ten "To Do"'s. I am very aware that the vast majority of us (myself included), are lacking in some of these items. But if the majority of us get our acts together in even the most mundane of tasks, the more likely we will be able to move forward in today's fast-changing music industry model.
1) Have you copyrighted your original songs?
2) Have you uploaded your songs/albums onto iTunes?
3) Have you created a YouTube presence? It may mean nothing more than having a song play with the album cover or a portrait of you available.
4) If you are invited to play covers, whether it be for mass or for a corporate prayer setting, do you know every song in the CCLI Top 100? Do you know the new songs in the missallette? Do you know the ancient Catholic chants?
5) If your music is meant for congregational use (whether at a church or at a corporate setting, like a youth rally or charismatic prayer meeting), do you have your song registered on CCLI ? (www.ccli.com).
6) If #5, do you have your music transcribed into music notation, into a single-paged lead sheet, and into a set of Powerpoint slides?
7) Are you writing and/or practicing every day? (here's a nifty trick to ensure you to do so, courtesy of Jerry Seinfeld: http://lifehacker.com/281626/jerry-seinfelds-productivity-secret
8) Are you exercising? Are you in good health? Have you figured out an approach that would lead you to maintain a healthy weight?
9) Have you created a Facebook/Myspace/Twitter presence? Have you worked to collect names of people who would have an interest in your product?
10) Can you look over your music, and identify which songs of yours can work in an annual, time-specific, theme (such as Lent, graduation, pro-life or children's VBS?) In light of this, have you begun the process to craft a video, a blog post, a podcast, an interview, an article, to get the word out about your music?
Are there any other positive changes we can make during down-times?
Nick
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Nick Alexander's Website
EWTN Acquires the National Catholic Register
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — EWTN Global Catholic Network, founded in a monastery garage in Alabama 30 years ago, is acquiring the 83-year-old National Catholic Register newspaper.The deal announced Wednesday did not involve any cash. Instead, the broadcasting operation said it will take over the Register's operating expenses and future subscriptions.
The Register has struggled for decades. A group of investors and the Legionaries of Christ, a Catholic congregation, purchased the paper in 1995 to keep it from closing.
The acquisition is part of EWTN's attempts to expand its news presence in the worldwide multimedia market serving Roman Catholics. EWTN was founded in suburban Birmingham in 1981 by Mother Angelica and now provides multimedia services globally.
The Register is EWTN's first venture into traditional publishing.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
MySanAntonio article
Susan Bailey to Lead Women's Retreat
Susan Bailey will serve as the team leader for a weekend Women's Retreat to be held March 11th to the 13th at the Barbara C. Harris Center (http://www.bchcenter.org/) in Greenfield, NH.
You should expect to be challenged and open to God’s special message for you. Music is spirit filled and each talk is a testimony of Christian faith. Women will also speak from experience, witnessing to the topics being shared. You will experience a "sisterhood" that will last and can be carried back home to your own communities.
The Barbara C. Harris Retreat Center is located at:
108 Wally Stone Lane
Greenfield NH 03047
tel 603-547-3400
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Barbara C Harris Retreat Center website
You Can Help Design Artwork for Ben Apolinar's New Album
Ben Apolinar is asking fans for their original ideas and creative support for the CD artwork of his first Studio Album "FIRM", set for release March 31, 2011, on iTunes, CD Baby, and Digstation. Now is your chance to contribute and be a part of this project of faith, and have your creative ideas produced as the CD's cover artwork.
What is the title track "FIRM" about?
The title track "FIRM" is where you may have been, where you desire to be or where you are in your faith life. Ben is "FIRM" in his determination to help breathe life into your spirituality, "FIRM" in his spiritual beliefs and commitment and "FIRM" in his desire to share all of this with you.
Here is the album's full song listing:
01 Firm
02 Alleluia
03 I Surrender
04 Since My Mothers Womb
05 My God My God
06 Breaking My Heart (Seth's Song)
07 Path Of Life
08 Lord, Let Your Mercy Be On Us
09 You Are The Lamb Of God
10 Bread From Heaven
Submit via email your idea and any visual representations to ben@benapolinar.com with the words "CD ARTWORK" in the subject line. Include your contact information including mailing address and phone number.
Deadline to enter is January 31, 2011. Visit Ben Apolinar's website at BenApolinar.com for details and entry information.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Ben Apolinar's website
Pope John Paul II Beatification Set for May 1st
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The pope on Friday signed off on the miracle needed for the beatification of Pope John Paul II, and set May 1 as the date to honor one of the most beloved popes of all times as a model of saintliness for the church.
Pope Benedict XVI said in a decree that a French nun's recovery from Parkinson's disease was miraculous, the last step needed for beatification. A second miracle is needed for the Polish-born John Paul to be made a saint.
The May 1 beatification, which Benedict himself will celebrate, is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of pilgrims to Rome — a major morale boost for a church reeling from a wave of violence against Christians and fallout from the clerical sex abuse scandal.
Once he is beatified, John Paul will be given the title "blessed" and can be publicly venerated. Many people, especially in Poland, already venerate him privately, but the ceremony will make it official.
"This is a huge and important cause of joy," Warsaw Archbishop Kazimierz Nycz told reporters at his residence in the Polish capital.
Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, John Paul's longtime secretary and friend, expressed "huge thanks" to Benedict for the decree. "We are happy today," he said.
Benedict put John Paul on the fast track to possible sainthood just weeks after he died in 2005, responding to the chants of "Santo Subito!" or "Sainthood immediately!" that erupted during his funeral.
Benedict waived the typical five-year waiting period before the process could begin, but he insisted that the investigation into John Paul's life be thorough so as to not leave any doubts about his virtues.
The last remaining hurdle concerned the approval by Vatican-appointed panels of doctors and theologians, cardinals and bishops that the cure of French nun, Sister Marie Simon-Pierre, was a miracle due to the intercession of John Paul.
The nun has said she felt reborn when she woke up two months after John Paul died, cured of the disease that had made walking, writing and driving a car nearly impossible. She and her fellow sisters of the Congregation of Little Sisters of Catholic Maternity Wards had prayed to John Paul, who also suffered from Parkinson's.
Last year, there were some questions about whether the nun's original diagnosis was correct. But in a statement Friday, the Congregation for the Causes of Saints said Vatican-appointed doctors had "scrupulously" studied the case and determined that her cure had no scientific explanation.
Born in Wadowice, Poland, in 1920, Karol Wojtyla was the youngest pope in 125 years and the first non-Italian in 455 years when he was elected pope in 1978.
He brought a new vitality to the Vatican, and quickly became the most accessible modern pope, sitting down for meals with factory workers, skiing and wading into crowds to embrace the faithful.
He was the most traveled pope ever, visiting more than 120 nations during the third-longest papacy and covering distance equal to nearly 1 1/2 trips to the moon.
His Polish roots nourished a doctrinal conservatism — opposition to contraception, euthanasia, abortion and women priests — that rankled liberal Catholics in the United States and Western Europe.
But his common touch also made him a crowd-pleasing superstar whose 26-year papacy carried the Roman Catholic Church into Christianity's third millennium and emboldened eastern Europeans to bring down the communist system.
He survived an assassination attempt in St. Peter's Square in 1981 — and then forgave the Turk who had shot him.
He died in his Vatican apartment on April 2, 2005 after suffering for years from the effects of Parkinson's disease. He was 84.
While adored by Catholics, John Paul did not escape scrutiny about the clerical abuse scandal which came to light in the final years of his papacy. Many of the thousands of sexual abuse cases that emerged in Europe and beyond last year concerned crimes or cover-ups that occurred under his watch.
Vatican officials have said there was nothing in John Paul's record that called into question his path to beatification.
Carl Anderson, head of the Knights of Columbus, one of the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organizations, noted that John Paul's beatification process is not a "score card on his administration of the Holy See."
Rather, he said, it's a statement about his personal sanctity since beatification is way of holding up Catholics as models for the faithful.
"Pope John Paul's life is precisely such a model because it was lived beautifully and with love, respect and forgiveness for all," Anderson told the AP in an e-mail. "We saw this in the way he reached out to the poor, the neglected, those of other faiths, even the man who shot him. He did all of this despite being so personally affected by events of the bloodiest century in history."
Associated Press reporter Vanessa Gera in Warsaw contributed to this report.
Ooberfuse To Donate Sales of New Song to Help Against Homelessness
Crisis UK with top dance producers bid to end homelessness NOW !
Dance producers, Paul Castle and Loverush (UK), have joined forces with electro-pop band Ooberfuse and national homelessness charity Crisis UK to bring an end to homelessness through music.
The dance-track Flicker (pre-released via Ditto Music Sunday, 12th December--see video below) was inspired by the band's experience of homelessness. Hal, from ooberfuse, says: "When you are down and out and have no-where to lay your head other than a wooden park bench or the concrete floor of a shop doorway it is easy to be overwhelmed by feelings of desperation and loneliness."
Hal, from ooberfuse, says: "When you are down and out and have no-where to lay your head other than a wooden park bench or the concrete floor of a shop doorway it is easy to be overwhelmed by feelings of desperation and loneliness." Cherrie, from ooberfuse, adds: "The song opens up to these feelings showing how serious and isolating homelessness can be. But instead of wallowing in sadness it shows how, in these crisis moment of our lives, we discover we are not alone... the lingering darkness is dispersed by the light of a gently flickering flame ."
The band will donate all proceeds from the sale of the song to Crisis UK in the hope the scandal of homelessness will be brought to an end in 2011. Text "Track Flicker" to 80818 to pre-order before 17th January or download from i-tunes, Amazon and other music download sites after this date. The £1 cost of the text and the cost of the download buys your copy of Flicker and contributes to the work of Crisis UK.
Paul Castle is a trance producer at Faraday Studios, London. His production credits include: Eminem, Marc Almond, Coldcut, Dreamcatcher, Ian Van Dahl, Phreaq, Sash, Blondie and Transvision Vamp amongs others.
Loverush UK! is founded by Mark Loverush & Kinky Roland. Loverush UK! have enjoyed great success with their singles featuring Boy George, Marcella Detroit , Shelley Harland and Kirsty Hawkshaw. They have recently produced the brand new Oakenfold Featuring Matt Goss "Firefly" which went to # 1 in the UK Club Charts.
Crisis UK is a national charity whose purpose is to end homelessness by transforming the lives of homeless people and by preventing people becoming homeless. They believe that homelessness is a scandal in today’s society and should be tackled. They have a strong independent voice and take risks to change homeless people’s lives.
Ooberfuse brings together the very best of western and eastern musical traditions. The band is all about fusing bold melodies with cool harmonies! The members of the bands are : Hal, Cherrie and Cornel. They share a common vision to infuse the increasingly moribund traditions of western pop with fresh vigour. By refusing the standard conventions that determine the contemporary pop scene they invite their audience to rediscover ooberfuse-iasm not just for contemporary pop but for life itself!
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Ooberfuse official website
Crisis UK website
Here's the new video from Ooberfuse: "Flicker"
Sean Clive Family Welcomes 6th Child
Congratulations to the Sean and Jen Clive and Family, who welcomed a new addition to their family on December 27th.
Jerome Andrew Clive was born at 10:25 pm; 8 pounds, 14 ounces, 21 inches.
Jerome is the Clive's 6th child. The other five children are Emma, Maggie Brigid, Seamus, and Eoin.
Sean Clive's latest CD is called "What I've Settled For".
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Sean Clive website
Heart Gives Unto Heart Radio Road Show
Heart Gives Unto Heart RadioCatholic Road-Show May 2011
Planning Conference
11am - 4pm Saturday 5th February 2011
Bishop Amigo Hall, St Georges Cathedral Southwark
Volunteers Needed!
Road-show will visit : London, Crawley/Brighton, Portsmouth, Southampton, Exeter, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham/Coventry, Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, Lancaster/Blackpool/Preston, Liverpool, Nottingham, Northampton, Norwich, Brentwood
At each town, there will be Masses - Gala Concerts – Parish and School events including lectures & workshops - "On the Road" Vocations Team of Priests & Nuns - Catholic Cathedral Art & Photo Exhibitions
GREAT MUSIC from Hip-Hop to Gospel Choirs, Hymns and Classical Music concerts
We need volunteers to make this happen - Come "On The Road" - help organise the show!
Join us on 5th February and get stuck in!
Contact Gerry Coates, Catholic Singer/Songwriter/Poet/Broadcaster/Promoter
Phone: 020 8974 6590, Mobile 07906 073376
Email: gerrycoates@blueyonder.co.uk
Website: www.gerrycoates.com
Heart Gives Unto Heart Radio
Catholic Road-Show May 2011
6th – 24th May 2011
21 Gala Evening Concerts & Daytime Events
Sat 7th May - London - Southwark
Sun 8th May - Crawley/ Brighton/Lewes Prison
Mon 9th May - Southampton/Portsmouth
Tues 10th May - Exeter
Wed 11th May - Bristol
Thurs 12th May - Cardiff
Fri 13th May - Coventry
Sat 14th May - Birmingham
Sun 15th May - Manchester
Mon 16th May - Sheffield
Tues 17th May - Leeds
Wed 18th May - Middlesbrough
Thurs 19th May - Newcastle
Fri 20th May - Lancaster
Sat 21st May - Blackpool-Preston
Sun 22nd May - Liverpool
Mon 23rd May - Liverpool
Tues 24th May - Nottingham
Wed 25th May - Northampton
Thurs 26th May - Norwich
Fri 27th May - Brentwood
Sat 28th May - London - Westminster
Provisional Schedule subject to change
Ladies of Cecelia Accepting Auditions
Music Based Evangelization Opportunities with "The Ladies of Cecilia"
Proclaiming the faith through beautiful music.
We are "The Ladies of Cecilia", a vocal ensemble of orthodox, Catholic young women who wish to use our musical talents and knowledge of the faith to make a difference in peoples lives. The principle focus of our ministry is the advancement of the Culture of Life by the promotion of authentic Catholic family values to today's young people. It is our hope that, through the music we perform and the witness we give, we may lead others to a knowledge of Christ and His Church.
Do you like to sing or can you play an instrument well? Do you enjoy sharing your Catholic faith with others? Can you be a good role model and make a difference in a young person's life?
We are conducting a nationwide talent search for Catholic young ladies of above average music ability in the areas of classical or contemporary voice (alto or soprano), string or wind instruments. While not a requirement, acting, dance, music theater or public speaking experience would be an additional plus. Some knowledge of Latin would also be helpful.
Performing in small vocal ensembles, these young ladies will take the principles of our Catholic faith and "multiply", so to speak, their effect through the medium of music: quality music performed by women of character, modesty, and grace. Through their own good example, and the witness they give, they will promote the virtues of true womanhood and authentic Catholic family life to today’s young people.
High school seniors, college age women or recent graduates, especially those with degrees in music, are encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in individuals who were either home-schooled or were raised in the Tridentine Mass tradition. This is a great opportunity for young women to learn more about their own faith, while meeting other young Catholic musicians who share the same traditional values. Parents of younger girls, ages 12-16, who may be interested in our junior program, are also encouraged to apply.
Our basic requirements are: a strong music background in one’s chosen field; a sound knowledge of basic Catholic teachings; faithfulness to the Holy Father and the Magisterium of the Church; a strong devotion to Our Lady and the Rosary; and a good understanding and appreciation of the Church’s teaching on modesty.
Interested young ladies may mail or e-mail (preferred) their résumé with repertoire to:
Mrs. Julie Baltrinic: Assistant Director
St. Cecilia Classical Productions Inc.
P.O. Box 129
Green, Ohio 44232
email: info@saintceciliaclassicalproductions.org
For more information about our work and requirements, please visit our web sites at:
TheLadiesOfCecilia.com.
SaintCeciliaClassicalProductions.org
Saint Cecilia Classical Productions Inc. is a non-profit, 501 (c) (3) public charity. We were organized exclusively for religious, educational and charitable purposes.
Religious Education Conference Youth Day, California
What is Youth Day?Youth Day is held annually on the Thursday of the Religious Education Congress weekend. All High school students are invited, and many different backgrounds from throughout the Archdiocese -- and beyond -- come together to participate in morning and afternoon workshops, culminating in a Youth Rally.
When Is It?
March 17, 2011, Anaheim Convention Center, 800 West Katella Ave., Anaheim, Calif. (just across from Disneyland).
Who May Attend?
Youth Day is designed for all students from public and Catholic schools, grades 9 through 12. NOTE: Students below the 9th grade are not allowed to participate in this event and will be refused admission.
What Does Youth Day Cost?
Adult chaperones are required for each group of 10 students (maximum), all attending the same workshop. We recommend one extra chaperone for all your groups and suggest you add the additional name to your first group registered. The registration fee for Youth Day 2011 is $20 ($25 after February 4, 2011).
Youth Day 2011 Theme
The theme for the day is "GODBOOK: Everyone Invited!" The emphasis is really that everyone is invited to be part of God’s social network. We want to focus on the “Everyone Invited” part, as well as the Godbook part.
There are wide variety of workshop being presented by various speakers/musicians like Greg Walton, ValLimar Jansen, Steve Angrisano, Cooper Ray, Popple, and more.
Visit the website below for all the details.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Religious Education Conference Youth Day website
12th Annual St. Louis Marian Conference
The 12th Annual St. Louis Marian Conference will be held January 14th to the 16th at the Millenium Hotel St. Louis Riverfront. The theme is "A Reason for Our Hope in Christ".Conference will open on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 3:00 PM. Our mission continues to build on strong spirituality. Only orthodox speakers are invited to share truth, devotion, obedience to the Magisterium. You hear honesty, teachings of the Church boldly defended.
Confirmed Speakers: Father Oscar Lukefahr, C.M.; Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ; Fr. Tom Sullivan, C.P.M.; Fr. Peter Prusakiewicz, CSMA; Fr. Brian Harrison; Susan Tassone; John LaBriola, ; Fr. Charles Becker; and Msgr. John Hickel.
Archbishop Carlson has accepted our invitation to open the Conference. Come and enjoy with other pilgrims a spiritual weekend, a retreat, a reunion with your family members and hear our excellent speakers. There will be celebration of Mass each day, Confessions, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and an Adoration Chapel open throughout the weekend.
Father Peter is coming from the Shrine of Divine Mercy in Poland and will bring a first class relic of St. Faustina and bless each of us.
Matthew Baute, an inspirational singer/songwriter travels the US as a full-time lay "music missionary" sharing God's message of mercy and love through prayer songs. Matthew's music is published by World Library Publications, and his 2007 recording "HOLD ME, LORD" received a Unity Award for "Praise and Worship Album of the Year". His newest release "RIVER OF GRACE" is Matthew's most prayerful collection to date, songs that encourage a deeper surrender and trust in God as we all journey down the river of life. When not traveling, Matthew leads the Sunday contemporary choir at his home parish of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in St. Louis where he has ministered since 2002. Matthew will be leading the music ministry for the Conference weekend.
The St. Louis Marian Conference is for the family. Our Lady invites us to come and to pray in her honor. Coming to the Conference with your loved one or a good friend for the weekend in January is the best way to jump start the New Year. Come and witness how the Holy Spirit draws each one to a closer relationship with our Lord and with each other.
We cannot afford to take Jesus or our spiritual life for granted. The closer we know our Lord, we know He will ask something of me. I know something in me will change. As a Catholic I will not be afraid. As a good shepherd calls his sheep when they start to wander, so Jesus calls to us so we do not go too far astray. Our Lady leads us to her Son and when we feel we cannot begin again, she reminds us to start again and to start with her Son's love. Come, seek, and find the love and mercy of Jesus when we trust in Him.
The cost for the 3-day event is only $35 ($40 after 12/31); $40 at the door, $40 for Saturday only; group of 8 or more $25 prior to 12/28; Young Adults $15; Children (5-11) $5. Registration for Priests, Deacons, Vowed Religious is no charge. Gift registrations are available. The Conference will be held at the Millennium Hotel St. Louis Riverfront in downtown St. Louis which is located 20 minutes from Lambert International Airport. When making your reservations at the Millennium Hotel, please ask for the discounted rates for the Conference of $75 + tax (single or double occupancy) $75 + tax (triple or quad). Please make your HOTEL reservations early: NEW HOTEL NUMBER (314) 241-9500 OR 800-325-7353. Parking is available in the lower level of the hotel and also available at MANSION HOUSE GARAGE 200 North Fourth Street.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
St Louis Marian Conference website
Maggie "Mags" Wang released new Christmas CD
Mags (Margaret Wang) is a new singer/songwriter out of Elmira, ON, in Canada. She first jumped into the local music scene by being a finalist in the Faith FM's Shining Star competition in 2009 at the age of 14. She won the Wellesley Idol 2010 competition at age 15.Mags is pleased to announce the release of her new CD "Dreaming of Christmas". Recorded with some of Canada's premier jazz musicians, we hope you will enjoy this timeless album of classic songs. Please check out the youtube link below to hear a sample from the album.
You can also go to RockingRomans (link below) to hear samples from all the songs. The CD is also available through Heartbeat records (link below) as well as from iTunes.
Mags is the daughter of David Wang whose band, Critical Mass, is the winner of 2 Canadian Gospel Music Association Awards for Best Rock album and is the recipient of 3 UCMVA Awards.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Maggie Wang on YouTube
Rocking Romans site
Heartbeat Records
UCMVA Announces "Early-Bird" Membership Renewal
Donnellson, IA (December 3, 2010) - Although the official membership campaign for the United Catholic Music & Video Association does not kick off until January 2011, the UCMVA wants to show their appreciation to all current (or previous) members by offering an "Early Bird" Membership Renewal Discount. Those upgrading or renewing their GENERAL MEMBERSHIP can save $10 if they renew before 12/31/10. BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION MEMBERS can save $50 if they upgrade/renew, by that date as well."We have been receiving many inquiries from members asking if they could renew early to take advantage of our 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit status before the end of the year," says Alyson Bleistine, Marketing & Membership Manager for the UCMVA. "We respect the needs of our members and thought that by offering them the additional discount on their membership, it would help accommodate their financial needs, give them a few extra resources to use for their personal expenses, for charitable giving, or to further the mission of their ministry objective."
The United Catholic Music & Video Association has restructured their Membership Benefits and Fees for the upcoming 2011 Membership Year. "We hope members will be pleased with some of the features we’ve added in helping to promote their gifts/talents," says Bleistine. "We are striving to make our organization larger, and more interactive. We respect the experience our current (or previous) members have and the wisdom/guidance they can share with our new, up and coming members."
To receive information about the UCMVA "Early-Bird" Membership Renewal Discount, updated Benefits and Fees, and the Membership Profile Form, contact aly@ucmva.com or visit the UCMVA profile on FACEBOOK, MYSPACE, or TWITTER.
About the UCMVA:
The United Catholic Music & Video Association is a 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit membership organization established in 2000. The purpose and intent focuses on "Keeping the Faith Alive" and spreading God's message of Unity, Love and Evangelization through music and media.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
UCMVA website
Sarah Hart Nominated for a Grammy Award
Lancaster native Sarah Hart and songwriter Chapin Hartford are in the running for the Best Gospel Song Grammy for their song "Better Than a Hallelujah."
Hart, who lives in Nashville, Tenn., is the recent recipient of the Catholic Music Unity Awards' Female Vocalist of the Year and Devotional Album of the Year for her latest album, "SaintSong." In October, she performed for Pope Benedict XVI in Rome as part of the Vatican's Concert for Peace.
The 53rd annual Grammy Awards will be Feb. 13.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Sarah Hart website
Christopher Ames Plans New Album for 2011
Dear Friends in Christ-
It's hard to believe that it has already been two years since the release of my last full length CD project - Everyday With You - and even more so, three years since we implemented the fund raising campaign for the project. So much in our world has changed since then. Our country has been affected by an economic downturn, social networking has become a way of life for many households, and "texting" has moved up as one of our top forms of communication. What hasn't changed is my ongoing commitment to my music and ministry. It's been more than twenty years now since I've been traveling as a "full-time" music minister. I've seen so much from the road. I’ve seen artists come and go. I've seen marriages rise and fall. I've seen children born and then grown into young adults. I've seen the challenges of life that come unexpectedly into families. I've seen people walk into the light of Christ, and have seen others walk away. It is all of this and more that has inspired a new collection of songs for my next CD to be titled JOURNEYMAN.
I really had not planned to do a fund raising campaign for JOURNEYMAN. As so many are affected by cutbacks, I just saw CD sponsorship as another casualty of economics. But one friend (who was a sponsor on my CD - Everyday With You) convinced me otherwise. He said people want to help with something they believe in, they want to be a part of the music I do out there on the journey. You have no idea how much that encouraged me. Here I was, assuming that I was alone on the road, but I am quickly finding that I am not alone at all, there are so many people on this road with me. They, too, see and hear the stories of the struggles in their communities, their families, their homes, their own hearts… and by partnering with me they can give voice to those stories.
So here we go. Our plan is to release JOURNEYMAN in mid Spring 2011. The album will include 12 original songs inspired not only by my own (personal) physical and spiritual journey, but also to the witness I have become to the journey of others. It was imperative that when we created this campaign we made it so that everyone could be involved in some way. This year, we've created a Digital Sponsorship level that starts at just 50 cents (great for teens and students)! We've created a CD Packaging Sponsorship (similar to what we did with Everyday With You) where you have the opportunity to be more involved in the physical packaging of the project. And, we’ve created a brand new Concert Sponsorship level which gives you the opportunity to host one of my CD release concerts at your church/venue/organization, along with other wonderful opportunities to market your ministry or business.
Getting started is simple. Just visit our website to access the CD Sponsorship options and review how you would like to participate. You can print off the form and mail your check in, or contribute via Paypal. And while you are doing that, give a listen to some snippets of songs being considered for the CD!
I am so grateful for your consideration and look forward to walking beside you on this adventure.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Christopher Ames website
The Pope Goes HD
The Vatican on Tuesday unveiled a new euro4.5 million ($6 million) high-definition mobile unit to let the Vatican broadcast the pope's Masses, audiences and trips in high definition.The upgrade, paid for by the Knights of Columbus and Vatican television and offered at a discount by Sony, will let the Vatican keep up with the rapidly developing technology that is increasingly becoming the norm for broadcasters, documentary makers and others.
Pope Benedict XVI has suffered several communications gaffes during his five-year pontificate, but the Vatican has been taking steps to bring his message to YouTube, social networking sites and smartphones.
Paradox Joins DJ SeanP on a New Project
Catholic rap artist Paradox is working on a new project. Here's what he says:
"just wanted to drop a line and let you know about a new project underway. i've linked up with the triple-threat dj sean p, a beast of a rapper, deejay, and beatmaker, who has worked with and produced for emcees like manchild of mars ill, playdough of deepspace5, ruslan of the breax, the scribbling idiots, and a gang of other hip hop notables. we hit the ground running with our first collaborative effort, "here lies," featuring relic (http://www.relictheoddity.com/) and griffin of the tunnel rats (http://www.myspace.com/griff54th). if you're interested to hear what we came up with, drop by http://www.djseanp.com/ to listen to the track."
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Paradox website
Relic
Griffin
DJ Sean P
John Angotti Live in Concert at Carnegie Hall
You may remember a previous post here on GrapeVine that John Angotti was recruiting choirs to join him in concert at Carnegie Hall in New York. The choirs have been recruited and rehearsals are in full swing.The concert will be held Friday, January 14, 2011 on the Perleman Stage in Stern Auditorium in Carnegie Hall, New York City.
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 16th. Tickets are available through CarnegieCharge at 212-247-7800, or for great group discounts, contact Classic Choir Tours at 1-800-727-1999.
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 16th for John Angotti's Live Concert at Carnegie Hall, New York.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
John Angotti website
Classic Choir Tours
Spiritual Blueprint: The Blog
Author Jim Papandrea recently started a new blog to coincide with his book, "Spiritual Blueprint".
"Spiritual Blueprint: The Blog is a forum for my ongoing thoughts about the five areas of life that I call the 'Five Homes.' I'm sure every author thinks of things after the book is in print and thinks, 'I wish I would have said that in the book.' This blog is a place for those thoughts..."
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Spiritual Blueprint: The Blog
Sarah Hart's New CD Coming Soon
Sarah Hart's new music CD is due to be released soon. It has not yet been named, but it is expected to be released before the end of the year.
Sarah is also offering a new retreat for churches and organizations. "Sisters of Christ" is now in full swing! Check for it to come to a city near you, or let them know if you are interested in hosting this event at your parish or diocese.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Sarah Hart's website
Michael Howard's New CD to Help Kenyan Orphanage
Michael Howard has released his new CD, "Songs of Faith". One of the songs, the title song "Faith", was written about a little girl at the orphanage located in Rangala, Kenya. The "Footprint of Faith Foundation" opened the new home in that village.Proceeds of the new CD will go this orphanage.
Footprint of Faith Foundation () has opened a children's home in Rangala, Kenya. The title song "Faith" was written about a little girl in the village. Part of the proceeds of the sale of the song and this CD will go to the orphanage.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Michael Howard Music
Michael Howard's Video Page
Footprints of Faith Foundation
Donna Lee's New Rosary Meditation CD To Be Released Soon
Donna Lee's new CD, "Pray the Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy", will soon be released.The project features prayers narrated with meditations by Donna Lee and Father Mario Elias, including background music, piano music by Hans Becker, and classical guitar by Lloyd Corle, with brief meditation songs performed by Donna Lee. All 4 mysteries of the Rosary are presented on this 2 CD Set.
It also includes her new song, "Come to My Mercy".
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Donna Lee's website
Donna Cori Gibson Released 2 Concert DVD's
Donna Cori Gibson has just released two new concert DVD's.
The first is called "Most High and Glorious God" Concert DVD. It's a 1-hour concert filmed for FamilyLand in Bloomingdale, Ohio in front of a live audience.
The second is called "Our Catholic Faith", and runs about 80 minutes. Also filmed for Familyland in Bloomingdale, Ohio, this DVD features Donna offering one her classic concerts complete with spoken appologetics and stories on the Eucharist, Mary, Pope, Fatima, and angels.
Visit Donna's website (link below) for information on how to purchase these DVD's.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Donna Cori Gibson website
FamilyLand website
Help Ceili Rain With Their New CD
Ceili Rain is looking for your support for the upcoming CD, "Manuka Honey".
According to Bob Halligan, Jr, "I know it’s a quirky name, but that’s me and this project is filled with songs about radical and healing love. There are more love songs, and songs to make you love. There are more hot button issues, and buttons that shouldn’t be issues at all. It’s a different Ceili than you’ve ever heard before! We’re taking a new approach, however, to getting this one out there once it is complete. Of course we’ll have a “suggested” price (for those who can), but for those with no dough, who need this CD, we’re going to send it to them for whatever they can give us. This gives new life to your role as a sponsor. No preset donation limits this time. Donate via Paypal for ease and convenience. Give little change or big change but most importantly… BE the change and be hip to the love.
We’ll set up a webpage (as we did for CR6) so you can follow our progress and every contributor will be recognized for their “love” offering. Every donor will have an opp to pre-purchase advance copies for a “significant” discounted price off the suggested for a limited time (probably just after the New Year). We expect the CD to release mid February 2011. Shorter timeframe, so we gotta act now."
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Ceili Rain Official Website
2011 March for Life in Washington DC
In 2011 and 2012, the anniversary date of the Roe v. Wade decision will fall on a weekend, a time when lawmakers are typically away from Washington. We want to make sure that our pro-life pilgrimage to our nation’s capitol has maximum impact on our elected leaders; and that our Marchers have an opportunity to visit with their Congressional delegations in order to press their pro-life message. For those reasons, we have scheduled the March for Life to be held on Monday, January 24, 2011, and Monday, January 23, 2012.Please plan now to attend. Your presence, in growing numbers every year, is the best way to draw attention to the untenable legacy of Roe v. Wade, and to persuade our leaders to eradicate it from America’s future.
Late in October 1973, grassroots prolife leaders became concerned that January 22, 1974, might come and go without properly memorializing the Supreme Court's infamous abortion decisions and without petitioning Congress for redress.
No established right-to-life organization was prepared to undertake the planning, financial and operational responsibilities for a high impact prolife March on the U.S. Capitol. But, grassroots prolifers wanted to march! About thirty prolife veterans resolved themselves into a committee and began making plans for the first March for Life.
On January 22, 1974, the first March for Life was held on the West Steps of the Capitol. An estimated 20,000 committed prolife Americans rallied that day on behalf of our preborn brothers and sisters.
In 1974, the March for Life was incorporated as a non-profit, non-partisan, non-sectarian organization.
Our numbers have gradually risen through the years despite reduced numbers from the snow in 2000 and the terrible 9/11 attacks just months before the March 2002. These growing numbers give testimony to the increasing ranks of prolife Americans and to the importance of the March's work.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
March For Life Official Website
Dave Smith, Nick Cardilino, and Sean Clive Song Chosen as NCYC 2011 Theme Song
Congratulations to Dave Smith of Icon Music Studios and Nick Cardilino and Sean Clive, writers of the song that was just chosen as the theme song of National Catholic Youth Conference 2011.This marks the first time that the same writers have won the contest twice (Nick Cardilino won in 2007, David Smith was the co-writer.
Click HERE to listen to the Rock version sung by Michael James Mette, and the ballad version sung by Francesca LaRosa.
NCYC 2011 will be held in Indianapolis November 17-19, 2011.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
NCYC 2011 website
NCYC 2011 Facebook Page
New Catholic Radio Station in Mobile, Alabama
Inside the Fairhope headquarters of a new, Catholic radio station, a portrait of the Archangel Gabriel looks out at a studio stocked with microphones, computers, and a broadcast board.
WNGL, 1410 AM — Archangel Radio — will launch Sept. 29, says Daniel diSilva, station manager.
The air date, says diSilva, is the Feast Day of the Archangels. The station will hold a reception following Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Mobile.
Once it is up and running, says diSilva, the station plans to broadcast round-the-clock via its 5,000-watt tower in Prichard — Catholic teachings, homilies, and call-in shows during the day, locally programmed Catholic music at night.
There will be sports, too.
WNGL, says diSilva, plans to broadcast the McGill-Toolen Catholic High School football games.
DiSilva says that, like Christian gospel and praise music — Christian referring to Protestant, in this case — Catholic music ranges from "contemplative to tunes suitable for bouncing in the car."
"The difference is theology," he says. "You wouldn’t hear contemporary Christians sing about adoring the Eucharist or play songs that venerate the Blessed Mother."
"The Saints Go Marching In," he adds, can go either way.
DiSilva, 43, grew up Catholic in Chicago, and spent 10 years as a secular-world musician, playing percussion for the likes of James Taylor and country star Alison Krauss.
He recalls being on a bus tour with jazz artist Joseph Vincelli, looking out the window at a starry, 3 a.m. sky, when he had what he calls "a conversion."
He thought about how God told Abraham that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars.
"If God is God, that's true," he says he realized at the time. "He knows where I am and what I did. There’s a star out there for me."
He got off the bus and spent three weeks walking the roads.
His calling led him to turn his talents to religious music.
He started what he terms "a Catholic funk band, Crispin," and began to teach the Theology of the Body, based on what he describes as "Pope John Paul II's theology of marriage and family."
He was hired to take over the start-up of WNGL because of his experience, he says, with "launching ministries."
Archangel Radio, he says — the 170th Catholic radio station in the country — is a nonprofit organization, with one Catholic priest appointed by the Archdiocese to the board, but otherwise independent.
Click HERE to view th full article.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
AM 1410 WNGL, official website
Maggie Wang to Release 2 EP's
You may remember that Maggie Wang, daughter of Critical Mass front man David Wang, participated in Faith FM's Shining Star Competition. Maggie is now preparing to release two new EP's. One will be a pop/dance CD, and the other will be a Christmas CD.The video below, from the Shining Star competition, features the song "How Many Kings", one of the songs from the new Christmas project.
Susan Bailey Writes Daily Meditations
Singer and speaker Susan Bailey has begun a new blog that she wants to share with you.
Susan is writing short daily meditations based on one of the daily readings from the Church or from the Morning Prayers of the Divine Office.
According to Susan, "these meditations are brief and a way for me to write down what I think the Lord is trying to tell me. I invite you to read them too."
You can find them each day at SusanBailey.org/blog.
2010 Unity Awards Presented in Calgary
It was a night of praise, worship, and music as the United Catholic Music & Video Association handed out the Unity Awards during its 10th annual gala, held this year at Southside Victory Church in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.The Love Movement, Greg Walton, and Ceili Rain each gardnered four awards, with Santiago Fernandez, Renee Bondi, Sarah Hart, and Matt Maher each receiving two.
The Love Movement, a choir out of Trinidad-Tobago, won awards for International Album of the Year for "I'm Forgiven", International Artist/Group of the Year, and International Song of the Year as well as overall Song of the Year for their song "I Will Carry You".
Spring Hill, Tennessee resident Greg Walton's CD "Tune of Ignorance" won Modern/Rock Alternative Song of the Year. Album producer Jeff Thomas won Producer of the Year for his contribution, and Greg also won Male Vocalist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year (Songwriter of the Year was a tie between Greg Walton and Bob Halligan Jr of Ceili Rain).
Celtic/Catholic band Ceili Rain won the awards for Group of the Year and Artists of the Year, and their album "I Made Lemonade" won Modern Rock/Alternative Album of the year, and Album Packaging of the Year went to Zora Puskacova and Alyson Bleistine Graphic Designers for their work on "I Made Lemonade". Bob Halligan Jr, lead singer, tied with Greg Walton for Songwriter fo the Year.
Santiago Fernandez won Spanish Album of the Year and Spanish Song of the Year for "Un Canto Nuevo", for the album and title track. Renee Bondi took the two seasonal awards with her Christmas album, "My Christmas Wish" and the song "Mary Did You Know".
Sarah Hart took two awards: Devotional Album of the Year with her project "Saint Songs", and Female Vocalist of the Year. Matt Maher won Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year with "Alive Again" and Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year for the title track, "Alive Again".
Brian Flynn took three awards: Devotional Song of the Year for "You Are A Priest Forever", Liturgical/Sacramental Song of the Year from "Panis Vere", and his album "Beyond the Veil" took the award for Praise & Worship Album of the Year. Brian's ministry, MercySong, also had another winner--Vinny Flynn & Still Waters was awarded the Spoken Word Recording of the Year with their Mother of Mercy Scriptural Rosary.
The 2011 Unity Awards will be held in San Antonio, Texas. Singer and songwriter Dan Duet and his Two-Twelve Ministries will be the host of next year's event.
The Unity Awards are presented each year by the United Catholic Music and Video Association for exellence in the area of Catholic music and broadcasting. Only members of the UCMVA are elegible to vote for nominees and for the final winners.
To join, visit their website at UCMVA.org today.
Full List of Winners:
International Album of the Year: The Love Movement: I'm Forgiven
International Song of the Year: The Love Movement: I Will Carry You
International Artist/Group of the Year: The Love Movement
Spanish Song of the Year: Santiago Fernandez: Un Canto Nuevo
Spanish Album of the Year: Santiago Fernandez: Un Canto Nuevo
Seasonal Song of the Year: Renee Bondi: My Christmas Wish
Seasonal Album of the Year: Renee Bondi: Mary, Did You Know
Modern Rock/Alternative Song of the Year: Greg Walton: Tune of Ignorance
Modern Rock/Alternative Album of the Year: Ceili Rain: I Made Lemonade
Devotional Album of the Year: Sarah Hart: Saint Songs
Devotional Song of the Year: Brian Flynn: You Are a Priest Forever
Praise & Worship Album of the Year: Brian Flynn: Beyond the Veil
Praise & Worship Song of the Year: Tom Booth: You Stand Knocking
Rap/Hip Hop Album of the Year: Righteous B: How a Wound Bleeds
Country Song of the Year: Katrina Rae: I Call It Home
Liturgical/Sacramental Song of the Year: Brian Flynn: Panis Vere
Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year: Matt Maher: Alive Again
Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year: Matt Maher: Alive Again
Spoken Word Recording of the Year: Vinny Flynn and Still Waters: Mother of Mercy Scriptural Rosary
Song of the Year: The Love Movement: I Will Carry You
Songwriter of the Year: TIE: Greg Walton for "Tune of Ignorance", and Bob Halligan Jr for "I'll Find You"
Male Vocalist of the Year: Greg Walton
Female Vocalist of the Year: Sarah Hart
Group of the Year: Ceili Rain
Artist of the Year: 2 winners: Ceili Rain and Matt Maher
New Artist of the Year: Chris Bray
Producer of the Year: Jeff Thomas, for Greg Walton's "Tune of Ignorance"
Music Video/DVD of the Year: Life is the Only Choice - Producer David MacDonald, Director Andrew David Harry
Special Event Album and/or DVD of the Year: Rocking Roman: The Best of New Catholic Music 2009
Best Religious Television/Radio Presentation: The Catholic Music Express, producer Jim Logue Jr
Album Packaging of the Year: Zora Puskacova/Alyson Bleistine Graphic Designers for Ceili Rain's "I Made Lemonade"
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Albie Entertainment
Renee Bondi
Tom Booth
Catholic Music Express
Ceili Rain
Santiago Fernandez
Vinny Flynn & Still Waters
Sarah Hart
David MacDonald
Matt Maher
Righteous B
Rocking Romans
United Catholic Music & Video Association
Greg Walton
New Networking Tool for Parishes and Organizations
ARLINGTON, Texas, AUG. 20, 2010 (Zenit.org).- In a world where young people are perpetually texting, “tweeting” and connecting on Facebook, it can seem that the modern technology of social networking is more of a distraction than a benefit. Matthew Warner, however, sees the technology as an opportunity to reach out to youth, and to unite parishes.Warner is the founder of flockNote, an Internet-based networking tool that aims at making communication within ministries, parishes and dioceses more effective.
A former parish youth ministry leader, Warner noticed that there was no easy way to communicate with his group members. He developed flockNote to keep them informed and up-to-date on parish activities.
Read the entire article including an interview with Matthew Warner HERE.
LINKS FOR THIS ARTICLE:
Article on Zenit
Flocknote.com
New Roman Missal To Be Used in America Beginning Advent 2011
Cardinal George Announces Vatican Approval of New Roman Missal English-Language Translation, Implementation Set for First Sunday of Advent 2011U.S. Adaptations to Mass Prayers Also Approved
Parish Education Efforts Urged To Precede Implementation
Resources Available Through USCCB
WASHINGTON—Cardinal Francis George, OMI, Archbishop of Chicago and President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), has announced that the full text of the English-language translation of the Roman Missal, Third Edition, has been issued for the dioceses of the United States of America.
The text was approved by the Vatican, and the approval was accompanied by a June 23 letter from Cardinal Llovera Antonio Cañizares, Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments. The Congregation also provided guidelines for publication.
In addition, on July 24, the Vatican gave approval for several adaptations, including additional prayers for the Penitential Act at Mass and the Renewal of Baptismal Promises on Easter Sunday. Also approved are texts of prayers for feasts specific to the United States such as Thanksgiving, Independence Day and the observances of feasts for saints such as Damien of Molokai, Katharine Drexel, and Elizabeth Ann Seton. The Vatican also approved the Mass for Giving Thanks to God for the Gift of Human Life, which can be celebrated on January 22.
Cardinal George announced receipt of the documents in an August 20 letter to the U.S. Bishops and issued a decree of proclamation that states that "The use of the third edition of the Roman Missal enters into use in the dioceses of the United States of America as of the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011. From that date forward, no other edition of the Roman Missal may be used in the dioceses of the United States of America."
The date of implementation was chosen to allow publishers time to prepare texts and parishes and dioceses to educate parishioners.
"We can now move forward and continue with our important catechetical efforts as we prepare the text for publication," Cardinal George said.
In the coming weeks, staff of the bishops' Secretariat of Divine Worship will prepare the text for publication and collaborate with the staff of the International Commission on English in the Liturgy (ICEL), which will assist Bishops’ Conferences in bringing the text to publication. In particular, ICEL has been preparing the chant settings of the texts of the Missal for use in the celebration of the Mass. Once all necessary elements have been incorporated into the text and the preliminary layout is complete, the final text will go to the publishers to produce the ritual text, catechetical resources and participation aids for use in the Liturgy.
Receipt of the text marks the start of proximate preparation for Roman Missal implementation. Before first use of the new text in Advent 2011, pastors are urged to use resources available to prepare parishioners. Some already have been in use; others are being released now. They include the Parish Guide for the Implementation of the Roman Missal, Third Edition, and Become One Body, One Spirit in Christ, a multi-media DVD resource produced by ICEL in collaboration with English-language Conferences of Bishops. Both will be available from the USCCB. Information on resources can be found at www.usccb.org/romanmissal.
Bishop Arthur Serratelli of Paterson, New Jersey, Chair of the Bishops’ Committee on Divine Worship, voiced gratitude for the approval.
"I am happy that after years of preparation, we now have a text that, when introduced late next year, will enable the ongoing renewal of the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy in our parishes," he said. Msgr. Anthony Sherman, Director of the Secretariat for Divine Worship of the USCCB noted, "A great effort to produce the new Roman Missal for the United States, along with the other necessary resources, has begun. Even as that work is underway a full–scale catechesis about the Liturgy and the new Roman Missal should be taking place in parishes, so that when the time comes, everyone will be ready."
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Roman Missal site from USCCB.
