Before you lead them in song, know where the liturgy is leading you.
The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy: Track One Begins September 8
You are invited to begin a 6-week journey on the foundations of Catholic liturgy and our work as music ministers. The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy is a 3-track program offered by LTP and is ideal for anyone serving in a liturgical or parish leadership role:
- Cantors
- Lectors
- Ensemble Directors
- Choir Directors
- New Directors of Music
- Lifelong Catholics who want to learn more about the Liturgy
Sessions run on Monday evenings from 8-9:30 pm EDT. The first 6-week course begins on September 8 and is the foundation of knowledge in our faith.
Topics Covered During Track One
(September 8-October 13, 2025)
- Week 1: Fundamentals of Christian Liturgy
- Week 2: Introduction to the Mass I
- Week 3: Introduction to the Mass II
- Week 4: The Liturgical Year
- Week 5: Liturgical Ministries
- Week 6: Sacraments and Devotions
About the Essentials of Catholic Liturgy
LTP, in partnership with the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM), introduces a series of training courses: The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy (ECL). Offered in three tracks to assist participants in need of various levels of instruction, these training courses offer instruction and formation in the fundamentals of Catholic liturgy and the essential liturgical documents.
Each track is a collaborative form of learning that combines expert presentations on the history and theology of liturgy with a chance to engage in mystagogical reflections with others in the course.
ECL will be offered virtually throughout the year and live at the annual NPM convention. The online course will be offered periodically and will consist of six ninety-minute sessions. Participants will be assigned texts to read and videos to watch between the weekly sessions and will receive access to special downloads, videos, and a class forum.
The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy will benefit:
- Music directors, especially those who are new or have recently acquired other liturgical responsibilities
- Cantors, accompanists, choir members
- Liturgy directors and worship committee members
- Those in lay ministry or diaconal formation programs
