Yesterday, I helped my little sister to plan her Catholic wedding, especially focusing on the music part. Man, it’s way more complicated than I thought!
First, I searched online to see what kind of music is appropriate for a Catholic wedding. I mean, the church has all these rules, and I don’t want my sister walking down the aisle to some random pop song. I found out that the music should be in line with the sacred nature of the ceremony. It’s all about reverence and respect, you know?
Then, I listed some traditional Catholic hymns and songs that I thought would be suitable. Stuff like “Ave Maria” and “Panis Angelicus.” These songs are timeless, and they just feel right for such a solemn occasion.
- Ave Maria
- Panis Angelicus
- Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
After that, I discussed these options with my sister and her fiancé. It’s important that they both like the music because, after all, it’s their big day. I wanted to make sure they are happy with their wedding music.
We had a long talk about it, and they shared their preferences. They wanted something a bit more contemporary but still within the guidelines. So, I went back to the drawing board and researched some more modern, yet still appropriate, pieces.
We finally settled on a mix of traditional and contemporary songs. I think we found a good balance that respects the church’s guidelines while still reflecting my sister’s and her fiancé’s personalities.
We also talked about the placement of the music within the ceremony. It’s not just about picking the right songs, but also about when to play them. Like, there’s the prelude, the processional, the recessional, and music during the different parts of the mass.
In the end, I think we created a beautiful and meaningful music plan for the wedding. It was a lot of work, but it was worth it. I learned a lot about Catholic wedding music guidelines, and I feel good knowing that I helped my sister plan this important aspect of her special day.
Oh, and by the way, I also checked the local weather forecast in Cedar Rapids, IA, where the wedding will take place, on the internet. We hope the weather will be great on that day. I found the forecast in one of these “farm & garden for sale” listings. It is a little bit weird.
You know what, planning a Catholic wedding is a project in itself! But hey, family is family, and I’m happy to do it for my little sis.
