On a counterpoint, I'm sad that people argue about singing praises to God and or doubt a Catholic's ability to read the Bible. Remember, when you are called before God, how you judged other people and pray that you are not judged with the same harsh words.
At SorokChyetirye, you are absolutely correct about the misinterpretation of Vatican II being the real problem. That is a very good analogy of our Protestant brothers and sisters misinterpreting the Bible the same way we misinterpret Vatican II.
This song is a misinterpretation of Vatican II. Case and point.
Please do compare Traditional Latin Mass priest or sister order statistics with Novus Ordo priest or sister order statistics.
At SorokChyetirye, yes, of course, Catholics are called to be joyful for Christ's sacrifice and ultimate resurrection. However, if you were a bystander watching our Lord Passion and Crucifixion would you be dancing for joy then? Of course not.
The Mass is the representation of this sacrifice on Calvary.
I think there is nothing wrong with this song as an on-your-own-time type thing or in the Church hall after Mass, just not Mass.
At RikiSmiley, yes, of course, this song is based on the Psalm, however, it is inappropriate for Mass. Everything that occurred in the Bible is not necessarily appropriate for Mass.
At Singjoyfully22, yes, of course this song was written before Pope Benedict XVI prohibited the use of the word Yahweh. 'Most Catholic music ministries substitute the words "All God's people" or something similar in order to abide by the Vatican's decision.' This video has the word "Yahweh" no substitution.
@RikiSmiley No, Riki. The Bible's a very Protestant writing no Catholic dares touch for fear they'll be "testifying" and giving money to Billy Graham. After all, it was the Protestants who discovered the TRUE Bible after 1500 years of us never once having a Bible. Oh wait. The Pope decreed the canon of the Bible in the early 4th century. So it is a Catholic publication.
So why don't more Catholics read it? (Perhaps we should just get more Catholics to read period.)
To sum it up...it's a lovely song entirely and utterly inappropriate for the Roman Liturgy. In fact, hymns really don't belong in the Roman Liturgy, and this isn't even a piece of good music. Yes, it's reached thousands all ovver the world, however lots of people eat at Taco Bell thinking it's a. Mexican food b. a meat product.
And regarding the use of "Yahweh": This song was written in 1972. Pope Benedict XVI prohibited that particular pronunciation of the Tetragrammaton in 2008. There are 36 years of publication in between there. Most Catholic music ministries substitute the words "All God's people" or something similar in order to abide by the Vatican's decision.
I encourage you to find a way to praise God that works for you, and not to disparage the genuine worship of other Catholics.
There is nothing wrong in "dancing for joy" - after all, Jesus' sacrifice on Mount Calvary was for us! People have always praised God with all kinds of music. Times change and styles of music come and go, but we continue to praise Him. As for this song, it was written by Dan Schutte in 1972 while he was attending a Jesuit seminary school. He is definitely Catholic, and his music has reached many people around the world.
Look at Catholic statistics... hardly anybody in my generation practices their faith anymore. "Yahweh's people dance for joy." Yeah. That's why. Right there. That has got to be the worst line of all songs at Mass. It just doesn't belong.
Please do not take offense. You are talented singers. Just sing something else more Catholic. Maybe O Sanctissima or Holy God We Praise Thy Name
@ColoSunflowerGirl I blame not Vatican II or contemporary Catholic hymns or the Mass for the falling away of our young. I blame what has been the cause of most division among Christians - among any people - since the dawn of civilization. I blame the *misinterpretation* of Vatican II, and as our Protestant brothers have done, the Bible. Vatican II is a good thing for the Church. It's the common lay person's understandings of it that are errant.
Pope Benedict XVI has prohibited the word "Yahweh" at Mass. You should look it up. Songs like this pollute the Mass. We are Catholic. Let's be Catholic.
The Glory & Praise hymnal was written by Protestants... hmmm no wonder most songs don't sound Catholic.
I grew up with these songs, with guitar at Mass, etc. Is it any wonder that so many Catholics stray from the faith (as I myself did)?
"Yahweh's people dance for joy... and play for him on glad tambourines" hmmm sounds like a hippie song... may as well literally dance around the campfire, or in the pews.
This does not belong in Mass- the repeated sacrifice of our Lord on Mount Calvary.
@ColoSunflowerGirl Catholics aren't called to be joyful for Christ's sacrifice? What a sad, gloomy little world you must live in to believe in such error.
The disciples rejoiced at the Resurrection. Why should not we also rejoice that Christ has saved us by His sacrifice on the Cross?
Alleluia.....Music takes the dust from our soul...Thank you Dan Schtte you are a true servent of the Lord...
allelujia1 1 month ago
Nicely done,folks.
On a counterpoint, I'm sad that people argue about singing praises to God and or doubt a Catholic's ability to read the Bible. Remember, when you are called before God, how you judged other people and pray that you are not judged with the same harsh words.
IanTruleyPF87 1 month ago
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beautiful clip i like it .. thanks for posting
tanishafunderburke 4 months ago
At Basilorat, you have put my point into better words. Thank you.
ColoSunflowerGirl 4 months ago
At SorokChyetirye, you are absolutely correct about the misinterpretation of Vatican II being the real problem. That is a very good analogy of our Protestant brothers and sisters misinterpreting the Bible the same way we misinterpret Vatican II.
This song is a misinterpretation of Vatican II. Case and point.
Please do compare Traditional Latin Mass priest or sister order statistics with Novus Ordo priest or sister order statistics.
ColoSunflowerGirl 4 months ago
At SorokChyetirye, yes, of course, Catholics are called to be joyful for Christ's sacrifice and ultimate resurrection. However, if you were a bystander watching our Lord Passion and Crucifixion would you be dancing for joy then? Of course not.
The Mass is the representation of this sacrifice on Calvary.
I think there is nothing wrong with this song as an on-your-own-time type thing or in the Church hall after Mass, just not Mass.
ColoSunflowerGirl 4 months ago
At RikiSmiley, yes, of course, this song is based on the Psalm, however, it is inappropriate for Mass. Everything that occurred in the Bible is not necessarily appropriate for Mass.
ColoSunflowerGirl 4 months ago
At Singjoyfully22, yes, of course this song was written before Pope Benedict XVI prohibited the use of the word Yahweh. 'Most Catholic music ministries substitute the words "All God's people" or something similar in order to abide by the Vatican's decision.' This video has the word "Yahweh" no substitution.
ColoSunflowerGirl 4 months ago
Do we Catholics use or read the Bible? Can't Psalm 149 be more clear?
Alleluia! Sing a new song to the Lord: his praise in the assembly of the faithful!
Israel shall rejoice in its Maker, the children of Zion delight in their king;
they shall dance in praise of his name, play to him on tambourines and harp!
For the Lord loves his people, he will crown the humble with salvation.
The faithful exult in glory, shout for joy as they worship him,
praising God to the heights with their voices.
RikiSmiley 6 months ago
@RikiSmiley No, Riki. The Bible's a very Protestant writing no Catholic dares touch for fear they'll be "testifying" and giving money to Billy Graham. After all, it was the Protestants who discovered the TRUE Bible after 1500 years of us never once having a Bible. Oh wait. The Pope decreed the canon of the Bible in the early 4th century. So it is a Catholic publication.
So why don't more Catholics read it? (Perhaps we should just get more Catholics to read period.)
SorokChyetirye 4 months ago
To sum it up...it's a lovely song entirely and utterly inappropriate for the Roman Liturgy. In fact, hymns really don't belong in the Roman Liturgy, and this isn't even a piece of good music. Yes, it's reached thousands all ovver the world, however lots of people eat at Taco Bell thinking it's a. Mexican food b. a meat product.
basilorat 11 months ago
And regarding the use of "Yahweh": This song was written in 1972. Pope Benedict XVI prohibited that particular pronunciation of the Tetragrammaton in 2008. There are 36 years of publication in between there. Most Catholic music ministries substitute the words "All God's people" or something similar in order to abide by the Vatican's decision.
I encourage you to find a way to praise God that works for you, and not to disparage the genuine worship of other Catholics.
singjoyfully22 1 year ago 3
In response to ColoSunflowerGirl:
There is nothing wrong in "dancing for joy" - after all, Jesus' sacrifice on Mount Calvary was for us! People have always praised God with all kinds of music. Times change and styles of music come and go, but we continue to praise Him. As for this song, it was written by Dan Schutte in 1972 while he was attending a Jesuit seminary school. He is definitely Catholic, and his music has reached many people around the world.
singjoyfully22 1 year ago
Look at Catholic statistics... hardly anybody in my generation practices their faith anymore. "Yahweh's people dance for joy." Yeah. That's why. Right there. That has got to be the worst line of all songs at Mass. It just doesn't belong.
Please do not take offense. You are talented singers. Just sing something else more Catholic. Maybe O Sanctissima or Holy God We Praise Thy Name
ColoSunflowerGirl 1 year ago
@ColoSunflowerGirl I blame not Vatican II or contemporary Catholic hymns or the Mass for the falling away of our young. I blame what has been the cause of most division among Christians - among any people - since the dawn of civilization. I blame the *misinterpretation* of Vatican II, and as our Protestant brothers have done, the Bible. Vatican II is a good thing for the Church. It's the common lay person's understandings of it that are errant.
SorokChyetirye 4 months ago
Pope Benedict XVI has prohibited the word "Yahweh" at Mass. You should look it up. Songs like this pollute the Mass. We are Catholic. Let's be Catholic.
The Glory & Praise hymnal was written by Protestants... hmmm no wonder most songs don't sound Catholic.
I grew up with these songs, with guitar at Mass, etc. Is it any wonder that so many Catholics stray from the faith (as I myself did)?
ColoSunflowerGirl 1 year ago
"Yahweh's people dance for joy... and play for him on glad tambourines" hmmm sounds like a hippie song... may as well literally dance around the campfire, or in the pews.
This does not belong in Mass- the repeated sacrifice of our Lord on Mount Calvary.
ColoSunflowerGirl 1 year ago
@ColoSunflowerGirl Catholics aren't called to be joyful for Christ's sacrifice? What a sad, gloomy little world you must live in to believe in such error.
The disciples rejoiced at the Resurrection. Why should not we also rejoice that Christ has saved us by His sacrifice on the Cross?
SorokChyetirye 4 months ago
Very nice singing you two! This is one of my favorite songs at my church. Does your church use Power Point?
flapper27 2 years ago
I love this song! You guys sing it beautifully!! Hey Joe, do you use Power Point at your church?
flapper27 2 years ago