Hymns and music play an important role in the worship of God. It is because of the solemn nature of music in the form of lyrics, which actually offers a healing touch to the listener. Listening to hymns uplifts the spirit of the listener towards the worship of God.
Singing helps develop the spirit of unity and solidarity in the community. The shared corporate activity is achieved through singing. However, it is not just any old kind of corporate activity. Hymn sing has now taken up its form from being a simple popular activity to contemporary Catholic music which everyone can participate and enjoy listening.
Let us now discuss in brief the possible reasons for hymn singing
contemporary Catholic music
- Songs are a treasure trove of theology
Contemporary Catholic songs continue the age-old function of corporate worship by adding a new dimension to the beautiful truth in any Christian story. If the songs are sung do not inform, enrich, or in any way edify faith and mission of churches, they simply are not worth singing.
- Congregational Singing Signifies tradition
Congregational singing has self-contained pieces in itself that begin and end with poetry. The harmony in the song is dictated by the vocal arrangement, making the songs an ideal choice for hearty and large-group participation.
Catholic songs in the church restore faith in the modern understandings. It is a witness of previous generations and is presented with a more complete picture. And along with new additions, contemporary Catholic music is seeing the involvement of a full range of emotions, which is then incorporated in worship.
Donna Cori Gibson 