Triune God Flashcards
What does music in worship do? Music in worship….
- Inspires people to praise God.
- Unites people in praise.
- Makes worship more joyous.
- Helps people feel more involved in worship.
What are the psalms?
A book in the Old Testament which contains 150 poems.
E.g. The Lord is my shepherd.
What is plainchant music?
An ancient form of music.
E.g. Hail Mary, Our father.
What are traditional hymns?
Religious songs used by generations.
E.g. Guide me O thou great redeemer.
What is contemporary worship?
Modern songs that worship God.
E.g. Here I am to worship.
What are mass settings?
Parts of the mass that should be sung, not said.
E.g. The Lord have mercy.
Why are psalms used in worship?
Psalms are used in worship because they talk about the joy of praising God through song.
Why are mass settings used in worship?
Simpler mass settings help people to feel involved in worship and appeals to the whole congregation.
Why are contemporary worship songs used in worship?
Contemporary worship songs help people to feel involved in worship and are more appealing than traditional hymns in some people’s opinion.
Why are traditional hymns used in worship?
Traditional hymns help people to feel involved in worship.
Why is plainchant used in worship?
The catholic church believe it to be ideal to use in the mass because it is ‘specially suited to the Roman liturgy’.
What is the Gloria?
A hymn to praise God’s glory and goodness.
What is the Alleluia?
The alleluia is a hymn of joy that praises God and announces the presence of Christ.
What is the sanctus?
A hymn to praise God’s holiness.
What is the Mystery of Faith?
An acknowledgement that the whole saving event of Christ’s life, death and resurrection has been made present through the consecration.