The Drama of Worship

Draw on centuries-old tradition of singing Psalms and Canticles in the Liturgy of the Hours to discover a conceptual framework for bringing your own experiences, ideas, and musical background into creative conversation with liturgy and prayer. Experience Rhythms of Faith—no musical experience required!

Listen in to a conversation between Kimberly Belcher ‘03 MA, ‘09 Ph.D., associate professor of theology, J. J. Wright ‘14 MSM, ‘17 DMA, Grammy® Award winner and Director of the Notre Dame Folk Choir, and Eric Styles, who joins the podcast to discuss the contributions of African Americans to the American Catholic Church, in particular the gifts of Black Catholics like pioneering liturgical musician Fr. Clarence Joseph Rivers. Uncover the cultural, dramatic, and theatrical elements involved in worship as the Christians of today seek to express and embody faith, hope, justice, and love.