Why You Should Attend a Rorate Caeli Mass This Advent
This special Mass is the perfect addition to your Advent plans.
Liturgy
A Roman Epidemic, St. Gregory the Great, and the Regina Caeli
Do you know the history of one of our sweetest anthipons?
5 Reasons We Exalt the Cross Every 15th of September
We exalt in the cross to be transformed by the cross!
This New Missalette Is Changing the Way Kids Go to Mass
Sometimes children have a hard time sitting still, paying attention, and really taking anything in during the Mass. At least, that’s the case for most, and this is very natural! Part of our job as parents is to help them connect, learn, and grow in the Faith, even at Mass when it’s hard. Well, we’re …
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You’ll Never Sing this Hymn the Same Way Again
The Eucharistic prayer is recited after the angelic hymn of praise known as the Sanctus. You know it: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts . . . This may seem like a repetitive hymn, and to those that hear it quite frequently that may be the case. However, its placement before the canon is …
4 Ways to Celebrate the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June
Did you know that the month of June is the traditional month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus? While it’s easier to remember a month like May—the month of Mary and Mother’s Day—sometimes we tend to forget about the other months. The good news that is your friendly neighborhood Epic Pew writer is here to …
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The Liturgy of the Hours, Finally Makes Sense!
Let’s answer some basic questions, and get a head start on this form of prayer.
These Youth Singing ‘Coventry Carol’ at Illinois State Capital Might be the most Beautiful Thing We’ve Seen in a While
Coventry Carol, otherwise known as “The hymn of the Holy Innocents” was sung by the youth of St. John Cantius and Crusaders for Life in the Illinois state capitol back in 2017. This hauntingly beautiful and heartbreaking lullaby was sung during a rally for the dignity of the unborn. Translated Lyrics:Lully, lullay, Thou little tiny …
Do You Know These Martyrs of the Roman Canon?
The Catholic Church honors the saints, holy men and women who’ve gone before us and offer us examples of what it means to live a life centered on God. One place where we hear about the lives of the saints in the Eucharist prayers of the Mass, especially during the Roman Canon. The Roman Canon …
If You’re Late in Planning for Lent, Read This Now
Oh no you almost forgot about Lent or a little bit late in planning. Don’t worry, EpicPew has you covered.