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Pope Leo XIV says sacred music must be dignified

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Pope Leo XIV says sacred music must be dignified and reflect the mystery being celebrated. He made the comments during a catechesis. The pope emphasized the importance of music in the liturgy.

SourcesL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of Scranton

2 sources Aug 20, 2026

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Earlier version, Thursday 20 August

Pope Leo XIV speaks on music

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Aug 20, 5:40 AM L'Osservatore Romano Note che aiutano a sintonizzarsi con il divino
  2. Aug 20, 7:54 AM Diocese of Scranton Sacred music must be ‘dignified,’ reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope says

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