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This week, Dr. Glenn Byer and Jay discuss the history of children's choirs and some things to think about for your own children's programs.

Dr. Glenn Byer and Jay discuss some unique and interesting circumstances in the 2025 liturgical year where more than a few Sundays are superseded by other celebrations.

What do you do when there is a major disruption in the middle of the liturgy? How do we prepare for these situations, where someone might pass out or cry out?

How do we embrace and accommodate people with special needs while still preserving the dignity and reverence of the Mass?

How much do we want lean into tying the liturgical seasons into the physical seasons? How many flowers is too many for Easter? Check out Glenn's books Unlocking the Feasts and Seasons of the Liturgical Year and 26 Ordinary Ways to Live the Liturgy.

What is the role of instrumental music within the liturgy? When is it appropriate and when is it intruding on silence and reflection?