Symbol of Repentance, Sign of Hope: Ash Wednesday

Symbol of Repentance A symbol of repentance is not necessarily something that we're proud of. Most of us prefer not to advertise our own sinfulness. And yet, I've noticed a curious thing about Ash Wednesday. We all know people whose connection to the practice of the Faith has become somewhat tenuous.  You will rarely see them darken … Continue reading Symbol of Repentance, Sign of Hope: Ash Wednesday

Holst’s Nunc Dimittis: Music for the Presentation

Nunc Dimittis Nunc Dimittis is one of my favorite compositions by the early 20th century composer Gustav Holst. Since tomorrow is the Feast of the Presentation, this seems a fine time to share a video I put together a few years ago. It combines a mesmerizing performance of Holst's piece with Caravaggio's painting of the … Continue reading Holst’s Nunc Dimittis: Music for the Presentation