Fr. Scott Haynes
Traditions of Passiontide
In Passiontide, we behold the covering of the Crosses and sacred images, reminding us how Christ hid from his persecutors, as he prayed.
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Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 22
- 1 min
Annunciation Novena
Join us for the Novena of the Annunciation from March 25 - April 2.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 19
- 6 min
Laetare's Golden Rose
The Fourth Sunday of Lent is nicknamed Laetare Sunday, a day in which the Golden Rose is given. Learn the interesting history of this day.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 4
- 4 min
The Transfiguration & Accessory Joy
The Second Sunday of Lent presents the scene of Christ's Transfiguration. Learn from the Church Fathers theological truths of this mystery.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 2
- 4 min
My Soul Pants for the Living God
During this Lent, consider how St. Mary Magdalene came before Christ’s tomb, weeping as she sought the Lord.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Feb 26
- 4 min
Christ the Penitent
Our Lord Jesus Christ is the model penitent. As we follow Jesus into the desert for 40 days, let us pray, fast and give alms.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Feb 21
- 3 min
Ashes, ashes, we all fall down
As we begin the season of Lent, we begin with Ash Wednesday and the imposition of blessed ashes. We remember the account we must render.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Sep 29, 2022
- 6 min
Confession before Communion
Many Catholics who receive Communion make little use of the Sacrament of Confession to prepare for a worthy reception of Christ's Presence.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 14, 2022
- 0 min
God so loved the World
Sir John Stainer set one of the most famous passages of Sacred Scripture, John 3:16. The music he wrote for these powerful words inspire us.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 14, 2022
- 10 min
Christ Washing the Disciples' Feet
The masterwork, "Christ Washing the Disciples Feet" (1548–1549) by Jacopo Tintoretto portrays the scene that takes place at the Last Supper.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 14, 2022
- 1 min
Tears of Repentance
St. Augustine teaches us the wisdom of contemplating the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ and mourn our sins.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 4, 2022
- 0 min
Tomás Luis de Victoria - Passio secundum Mathæum
On Palm Sunday, the traditional chanting of the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to St. Matthew is beautified by Victoria's music.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 4, 2022
- 3 min
All Glory, Laud, and Honour
This ancient hymn from St. Theodulph or Orleans dates to the ninth century and is still sung in our churches today.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 4, 2022
- 1 min
Gloria, laus et honor
Gloria laus et honor is an ancient hymn sung in the procession of the Palm Sunday liturgy.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 4, 2022
- 9 min
Christ's Solemn Entry into Jerusalem
Giotto’s painting ("Entry into Jerusalem") helps us to understand the sacred ceremonies of the Palm Sunday Liturgy in greater depth.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 1, 2022
- 7 min
The Veil of the Forty Days (Velum Quadragesimale)
The Velum Quadragesimale hides the congregation’s view of the Sacred Liturgy and reminds us the veil of Temple that hid the Holy of Holies.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Apr 1, 2022
- 1 min
O Sacred Head (Passion Chorale)
Hear the wonderful Good Friday hymn: 'O Sacred Head, now wounded' sung by the Chamber Choir of St Andrew's Cathedral, Sydney, Australia.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 26, 2022
- 0 min
Organ Improvisation on Laetare Jerusalem
Gereon Krahforst improvises on the introit "Laetare Jerusalem" at the Kilgen Organ in the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis in 2013.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 26, 2022
- 1 min
Laetare Jerusalem, Andrea Gabrieli
Rejoice with Jerusalem; be glad for her, all you that love this city! Rejoice with her now, all you that have mourned for her.
Fr. Scott Haynes
- Mar 23, 2022
- 3 min
Litany of Humility
Jesus Himself gave His life for us in the most poignant example of humility we can imagine. The Litany of Humility is a medicine for pride.
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