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Celebrating the Jubilee Year of Mercy in Song [Diocese of Grand Rapids]
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Fri, 9/30
This is not an event just for musicians, but is for everyone who has ever sung a hymn or song in church, and who wishes to immerse themselves in the meaning of this Holy Year of Mercy. Interspersed with messages from Pope Francis, this festival of song will open with the international Hymn of the Jubilee of Mercy, followed by an ensemble-led penitential litany, and Marty Haugen's well-known hymn, Bring forth the Kingdom [of Mercy].
Celebrating the Holy Year of Mercy in Song been prepared for musicians and non-musicians alike. Most of the hymns and songs will either be familiar or will be presented in a way that readily enables participation by all. In each of the locations, the parish choir will assist in leading the song.
Three are scheduled for the fall. All events begin at 7pm.
September 16 – Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand Rapids - Bishop Walkowiak, presiding.
September 23 – Holy Family Parish, Caledonia
September 30 – Saint Francis de Sales Parish, Muskegan
For more information, please visit the National Association of Pastoral Musicians
Grand Rapids Chapter website at: http://www.npm-gr.org/mercyevents.html