Bridging the Gap
 
This past weekend, Michael James Mette and his talented family sang for each of the weekend Masses and presented a concert at St. Mary’s School.  Below are some pictures I took last Sunday morning. 

Michael spoke of his music and his hopes of “bridging the gap” and through music making the Mass more inspiring for our young people.
In my view, it isn’t only young people that can be inspired when we explore these new styles of music.  Yes, it is true. New styles of music can also inspire adults as well. 
In my opinion, it isn’t so much the type of music that we do, but how well it is prepared that makes the difference.  For instance, when music is too quickly rehearsed, or unrehearsed, details are missed.  For example, the words may not be clearly understood.  This is especially important when singing the responsorial psalm.  When rehearsing music, be sensitive to how this particular piece of music will be received by the assembly.  How can this piece of music attract the assembly to enter into a prayerful experience?  What elements will be necessary to ensure this happens? 
Let us be proactive in leading our assemblies every time we gather for prayer, liturgy or the like.