Missouri bishop reconsidering list of banned hymns
November 08, 2024
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CWN Editor's Note: Acknowledging that he had provoked a “spirited discussion” by publishing a list of hymns that would be banned in his Jefferson City diocese, Bishop W. Shawn McKnight has issued a new statement, committing to “a synodal approach” to the question.
In his new decree, Bishop McKnight said that “it is now clear that an authentically synodal process of greater consultation did not occur” prior to the October 24 release of his list of hymns that should not be used in liturgical celebrations. He promised a “more comprehensive consultation.”
While the bishop’s new statement left open the possible use of hymns that he had previously vetoed because of doctrinal questions, he retained the ban on hymns by composers who have been credibly accused of sexual abuse.
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Posted by: Randal Mandock -
Nov. 09, 2024 4:58 PM ET USA
He didn't want to become another Strickland or Burke. He probably believes the Church is stronger with an orthodox Catholic voice than without it. Too bad it has come down to this. I have been attending Novus Ordo Masses for more than a year now. Not easy to find a parish to support wholeheartedly. Along with Bishop McKnight, I always look at the publication date of the "catchy" tunes sung at these Masses. I usually take them in stride in the spirit of "synodality". Did I just use that word? Oop
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Posted by: feedback -
Nov. 08, 2024 1:17 PM ET USA
"Synodal" means that the pressure on Bishop McKnight came from the top. However, the good Bishop directed a spotlight on some horrible "hymns" and already started a process of getting rid of them. I would like to hear other prelates speak in defense of those hymns. But I don't think it is going to happen.
