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Scene from the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis.

Catholic music debate: Should certain hymns be banned?

Oct 18, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

Several hymns were temporarily banned last year in the Diocese of Jefferson City, Missouri, after being found to be “insufficient... Read more

Diane Mahoney's original composition “We Do Believe, O Lord” has been selected as the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress’ official theme song.

Prizewinning National Eucharistic Revival hymns released for use in parishes

Nov 13, 2023

By Jonah McKeown

The sheet music for the official hymns of the upcoming National Eucharistic Revival was made available online last week. Read more

'All are Welcome' not a welcome hymn at Mass, USCCB committee says

Dec 10, 2020

The doctrine committee of the US bishops’ conference (USCCB) earlier this year produced a guide to evaluating the lyrics of... Read more

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