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Besidesthe Hillbilly Thomists (who are great) does anyone know of Catholic bluegrass/Southern gospel? I really love my bluegrass as opposed to more popular music influenced Contemporary Christian music, but I wondered if there were any other Catholic options.

This weekend in VA the Hillbilly Thomists are playing at Appaloosa - an annual roots music festival that is very friendly to Catholics. (they even scheduled a Mass for Sunday morning!) you might check out the lineup and browse the songs of the other bands, you might find something.

Besides them, I don't know of any Catholic bluegrass. But many of the old greats of bluegrass sing a lot of religious tunes though they weren't Catholic. Jim & Jesse and the Louvin Brothers especially come to mind - songs like "Satan is Real" and "Matthew 24"...

Oh wait! I don't know if they still play together but a band called The Stillwater Hobos might fit your bill, they have a song called "St Therese" that the Hillbilly Thomists have covered before - they lean towards Irish music though.

Perfect for square dancing wearing a 10 gallon hat with shades on. I think you may get a kick out of this.Trust me, it's amesome (and clean lyrics, unlike some of their other songs). Those of you who don't particularly care for hip-hop give this bluegrass music a chance :

In 2002, at the death of Johnny Cash, there was much ado about his musical career. I saw the film Walk The Line in early 2006 and that summer our family traveled to Tennessee and North Carolina. In the process, I immersed myself in the music of Johnny Cash. I was no stranger to Cash, for both my grandfather and dad usually had radios set to the local country station, so there was a certain romanticism associated with the songs. But on this trip, I sought to listen to every recording Johnny Cash ever made. I prefer classical music, Gregorian chant, and Rock and Roll, yet there is something to a lot of the traditional country music ballads.

The reason I feel compelled to write this article is due to the effect of listening to the music of Johnny Cash as a Catholic. Allow me to explain. One of my favorite songs, found on his album Personal File released posthumously, is No Earthly Good. The song begins:

What an indictment against some Christians' ministry, which is solely focused upon getting people saved so they can keep a running tally of the number of salvations as they eagerly await the rapture and the destruction of the world.

Another song with a similar theme worth mentioning is A Half a Mile a Day. It is written from the perspective of a man who visits a church one evening where several members are witnessing to their salvation. One man reports,

Obviously Johnny did not subscribe to this point of view because the last person to stand is a little old lady who claims that she's making it to heaven about a half a mile a day. The woman admits the difficulties and her stumbling; the way to heaven is not rapid transit. Instead she says:

The earthiness of his songs are sacramental encounters with a God Who is not far away or just waiting in the wings waiting to swoop down and take the "raptured elect" while the rest of us sorry suckers are left behind to suffer the chaos of tribulation.

There are many songs with these themes, but of particular interest to Cash seemed to be the plight of the imprisoned. In Give My Love To Rose a man recently released from a San Francisco prison is found lying nearly dead along the railroad tracks. The former prisoner asks the passerby to give his love to his wife Rose and his son. In the version from his American IV: The Man Comes Around album, his voice had aged and the way he sings the song has so much more feeling than from his earlier crooner days.

Other songs such as Another Man Done Gone; There Ain't No Good Chain Gang; I Hung My Head; I Got Stripes; Busted; Don't Take Your Guns to Town; Sam Hall; 25 Minutes to Go; Joe Bean; and Greystone Chapel all deal with men in prison or men awaiting their execution.

A.P. Carter's song Keep on the Sunny Side of Life, encourages us that good will conquer evil. There is no need for despair or hopelessness. The paschal mystery of Christ promises life, hope, and goodness:

We hear a man singing about a God who loves all of his creation, as charged with his grandeur. But this is no Pollyanna approach to life, neither is it an escapist theology based upon the preaching of prosperity and a promise of rapture when the going gets tough.

God's Gonna Cut You Down may seem harsh to Catholic ears, but the truth is that one day we will all die and render an account to God for the gift of our life. As Saint Benedict wrote: "Keep death ever before you."

The hungry, thirsty, homeless, naked, weary, anxious, imprisoned, soldiers, war veterans, orphaned, abandoned, aged, insulted, and lonely took heart in Johnny's songs with their themes drawn from the gospel message.

May we all keep on the sunny side of life, greeting each and every day with a song of hope, knowing that through the storms of life Christ is with us. And when Christ comes to raise our mortal bodies, may we awaken in the sweet by and by of the peaceful valley of paradise, meeting on that beautiful shore of the banks of Jordan our loved ones and the communion of saints with whom we have journeyed unaware.

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Gospel music has been an integral part of worship for centuries, profoundly influencing the spiritual and cultural landscapes of communities around the world. Characterized by its rich harmonies, soulful melodies, and inspiring lyrics, gospel music serves as both an expression of faith and a vehicle for communal worship.

The origins of gospel music trace back to the African American spirituals and work songs of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These early forms of music provided a means of emotional and spiritual release, blending African musical traditions with Christian hymns.

Powerful Vocals: Often featuring soloists or choirs, gospel songs are known for their expressive vocal performances. The ability to convey deep emotion and spiritual conviction is central.

Call and Response: This technique, where a leader sings a line and the congregation or choir responds, creates a dynamic interaction and fosters a sense of unity.

Inspirational Lyrics: The lyrics of gospel songs typically convey messages of hope, faith, and salvation, drawing from biblical themes and personal testimonies.

Rhythmic Groove: Gospel music often includes a compelling rhythmic element, driven by piano, organ, drums, and sometimes brass sections, which encourages physical movement and participation in worship.

Expression of Faith: Through gospel music, individuals and congregations express their devotion and gratitude to God. The emotional depth of the music allows worshippers to connect with their faith on a profound level.

Community Building: Singing together strengthens communal bonds. Gospel music brings people together, fostering a sense of shared purpose and spiritual solidarity.

Encouragement and Healing: The uplifting messages in gospel songs provide comfort and encouragement, especially during challenging times. Many find solace and strength in the affirmations of hope and resilience that gospel music offers.

Gospel music, with its deep roots and evolving nature, remains a cornerstone of worship. It enriches the spiritual experience, bringing together the emotional, communal, and divine aspects of faith. As it continues to adapt and inspire, gospel music will undoubtedly maintain its vital role in worship for years to come.

Pretty soon I was in a band with some guys I knew. They were a little older than I was and had grown up singing gospel in church. I loved the passion in gospel songs. The music came from a place deep down.

I knew my family was proud of me. But skimming through the darkness that night, the white crests of the waves in the distance, the crisp salty air blowing back my hair, I felt lost. Do I really deserve all this? I thought. I should be enjoying this. But why does it all feel so empty?

Giving up drugs and alcohol meant making room for new things in my life. Amy and I tied the knot in a big church wedding in 1983. We settled in a house just around the corner from that church and had a son and daughter.

Our daughter took a bow, her wings brushing the stage. Amy clapped with all her strength. In that moment I felt an incredible strength too, of hope and love and all the blessings we receive, deserved and undeserved.

Like Jernberg, Bishop Olmsted is attempting to recover the practice of singing the Divine liturgy itself, even in preference to merely singing thematic songs in the spaces of the liturgy. He explains:

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The toleration of falsehood "even in the Church" which you speak of, I as a Catholic priest sadly acknowledge. The "scandalously concrete Revelation" of Christ is too obvious to reject summarily, If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me", but this is too often overlooked when the business of the Church is business.

Well put. Ironically many great scholars in the 21st century (R. Buridge, NT Wright, R. Bauckham and L. Hurtado in particular) argue brilliantly that the gospels include a great deal of real "history" - far more than thought the 50 years previously.(Kasper is one who considers the gospels mostly symbol.) The historical record cannot "prove" the resurrection - it can prove that hundreds of rational persons at the moment believed it and spread the word speedily throughout the world.

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