On the Musical Road to Emmaus
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!)
Episodes
Sep 19, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
13 min
A discussion of Elaine Hagenberg's choral anthem "O Love" in the context of the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time (cycle C).
Sep 12, 2025
Sep 12, 2025
8 min
A lesson on the anthem "God So Loved the World" by John Stainer, to be featured for the Exaltation of the Cross.
Sep 8, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
7 min
This short episode responds to a choir member's question about the origin of the hymn "There is a Balm in Gilead."
Sep 8, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
9 min
Let’s get started! And reflections on music for the September 14, 2025.(Recorded on September 9. 2025)