On the Musical Road to Emmaus

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This is a reflection on the hymns and anthems for specific Sundays and other feasts in the Roman Catholic church, specific to the Church of St. Ann in Emmaus, Pennsylvania -- but we welcome listeners from anywhere in the world! Note that I am an educator and a musician, and not a theologian.  I just hope I get that part right (or close enough!)

  1. FEB 12

    All Things New

    An analysis of Elaine Hagenberg's anthem "All Things New," in the context of St. Ignatius, the church year, and learning patience.

    21 min

  2. FEB 5

    Super Bowl weekend 2026 (and the 5th Sunday in OT)

    Contemplating the readings and musical selections for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, along with the Superbowl

    9 min

  3. JAN 31

    The 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle A: The Beatitudes

    I dove into the Beatitudes, the Sermon on the Mount, about 20 episodes ago, in terms of music.  This episode features a conversation with my colleague Mark Koscinski, a deacon in the Polish Catholic Church, more into the liturgical meaning of this famous excerpt from the Gospel of Matthew.

    28 min

  4. JAN 24

    3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Lord of Snow and Rain

    Thinking about preparing for the Lord and preparing for a massive winter storm.

    13 min

  5. JAN 17

    Ordinary Time & Here I am, Lord

    The beginning of Ordinary Time, Cycle A, with a focus on being open to hearing the Lord, as in "Here I Am, Lord."

    12 min

  6. JAN 8

    Joy to the World & the End of the Christmas Season

    On the Musical Road to Emmaus

    11 min

  7. 12/24/2025

    A conversation with Lloyd Larson

    I had a wonderful conversation with Lloyd Larson, composer, conductor, arranger, singer, pianist... we talked a lot about his musical career and approach to composition, then focused a bit on his anthem "Morning Star."

    33 min

  8. 12/17/2025

    Father Allen Hoffa talks "Lo How a Rose"

    A discussion with Father Allen Hoffa about his favorite Advent hymn, 'Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming."

    26 min
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This is a reflection on the hymns and anthems for specific Sundays and other feasts in the Roman Catholic church, specific to the Church of St. Ann in Emmaus, Pennsylvania -- but we welcome listeners from anywhere in the world! Note that I am an educator and a musician, and not a theologian.  I just hope I get that part right (or close enough!)

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  • Creator
    caroltcarr
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    On the Musical Road to Emmaus