Praise & Worship EP Bridges Catholic-Evangelical Gap as Part of New Evangelization 5-tracks available on iTunes, Amazon & CD Boston, MA – It’s rare when a musical ensemble has the opportunity to perform before the preacher to the Papal Household, but also gets invited as part of the lineup at …

No matter how “religious” one may be, there always comes a point when life’s sorrows reach into the depths of the heart and give it a good twist—and you find yourself suddenly crying out, wondering if God notices, if He’s paying attention to your pain. The answer He has already …

Angels and Saints at Ephesus Now Available 17-track album from Benedictines of Mary in stores/online today Atlanta, GA, May 7, 2013 – The awe-inspiring music of ANGELS AND SAINTS AT EPHESUS, the highly anticipated CD from the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, is available today from De Montfort Music/Decca. This follow-up …

If you’ve ever wondered what singing angels sound like, it’s easy to imagine the possibilities when you listen to the Benedictines of Mary in song. This order of contemplative nuns melted our hearts with their first CD “Advent at Ephesus” and now they are back with a new release that …

If you were to ask me about some of my “most played” favorites on iTunes, near the top of the list would be the music from Advent at Ephesus by the amazing Benedictines of Mary, which was the theme music for my Advent season. So imagine my glee when I …

Much contemporary Christian music seems to have lost its ability to empower individuals or communities for the sake of Christ and in support of the aims, spiritual and social, of denominational and independent churches. The Martyrs Project, in the presentation of this CD, aims to strengthen 21st century Christian music …

New out from Catholic recording audience Michael James Mette is his newest project, Bring Forth the Light. A Catholic musician and speaker from St. Louis, Missouri,  Michael is also a husband & father. Along with his apostolate work and music, Michael and his wife Michelle are parents to five young children. …

Editor’s note: If you haven’t yet discovered the amazing artistry of Alessandro Brustenghi of Assisi, you’ve been missing out. Today, along with sharing this tremendous artist’s gifts, we’re giving our readers a gift: your chance to win “Voice from Assisi”, the incredible CD by Friar Alessandro. Leave a comment at the …

Earns No. 3 “Heat Seekers” Across All Musical Genres ATLANTA, NOV. 29, 2012 – ADVENT AT EPHESUS from the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, has debuted at No. 1 onBillboard magazine’s Traditional Classical Music Chart. The initial release from De Montfort Music also earned the No. 3 spot in Billboard’s new-artist “Heat Seekers” …

Some of the most wonderful gifts from God come in the form of whispers. They are the small gifts. The gifts for a particular moment, not to be grasped at, but merely accepted. And if the taker is alert and awake, the heart will swell with gratitude. On a Sunday …

On January 10, 2012, my parish, Holy Trinity Catholic Parish in Westmont, IL, had Catholic-Christian recording artist, Audrey Assad, come perform a concert for our parish.  Afterwards, I had an opportunity to talk with Audrey Assad about her faith and music ministry. Daniel: What’s your faith background–Have you always grown …

Today, we’re offering a one-day contest — your chance to win the wonderful new CD “Advent at Ephesus” - the 16-track CD from the Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of Apostles. I know you’ll love it! After reading about this new musical gift, be sure to enter to win the one …

Contemplative Nuns Secure Worldwide Distribution with Decca Classics through De Montfort Music for Advent Album 16-track CD available Nov. 20 Video Link Atlanta, GA, Oct. 22, 2012 – They are young. They are hidden. They are extremely musical. And now they have a worldwide album distribution deal. But they don’t set …

On the evening of Thursday, September 27, 2012, Holy Trinity Catholic Parish had sponsored a concert with Matt Maher, a Popular Catholic Music Recording Artist.  The concert took place at the Christian Church of Clarendon Hills in the town of Clarendon Hills, IL.  Since the church where the concert was …

A sacrifice of praise (Hebrews 13:15). What does that mean? Why would praise require a sacrifice? Is it even possible to do? Margo B. Smith provides some clues in her latest CD release, “Alleluia Though it All,” a soothing and beautiful collection of original songs directed to God in praise. …

Editor’s Note: Today, I’m very happy to introduce the newest member of our CatholicMom.com family of contributors: Erin Giddens. Erin is a homeschooling mom of four who lives in the rural Midwest. Erin, we look forward to learning with you and getting to know your family! LMH Choosing the Perfect …

Editor’s Note: Today we welcome Barb Szyskiewicz, who is a long-time friend and supporter of CatholicMom.com, to our Tech Talk team. At Mass this morning, the usual silence at Communion time was broken by a recorded hymn played over the church’s fuzzy, muffled sound system.  Instead of praying and reflecting after …

We’re going to be getting back to a regular weekly look at what’s new and fresh in the world of Catholic music. Our amazing Catholic musicians work diligently in a mission field with few rewards but great potential for reaching hearts and souls. They deserve not only our thanks, but also our …

London. 22 May 2012. FIRST FRIAR TO SIGN RECORD DEAL Young Franciscan Friar from Assisi signs to Universal Music Decca Records/Universal Music announces the global signing of Franciscan Friar, Alessandro Brustenghi, from the original friary founded by Saint Francis of Assisi: the Porziuncola in Assisi. Alessandro is the first Friar …

Consider yourself an earthen vessel filled with oil infused with the Holy Spirit.  It’s possible, though you are so uniquely and expertly crafted, and your contents so precious, that you can be of very limited use to God if, your entire life, you are indifferent to your holy purpose. In …