Sparks

Follow the journeys of eight people as they reflect on their years of serving in music ministry in the Catholic Church in Maine. From the musings of a retired pastor to the prayer of a Catholic lay woman, the question, "Why don't our Catholic parishioners sing?" echoes through this book. Stories of successes and failures in liturgical music resound through the pages. In their stories we glean wisdom through their experiences. This book is meant to challenge and motivate anyone interested in liturgical music. It is a call to musicians, singers, and songwriters to step out of the box and engage in the Liturgy. We hope this is a spark that lights a fire of inspiration under pastors, music directors, cantors, choirs, and congregations as they look for ways to improve participation in the celebration of the Mass in their parishes. Come, Holy Spirit, fill us with your fire!