• The Poetic Language of the Mass | feat. Fr. Michael Rennier

  • Apr 21 2023
  • Length: 31 mins
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The Poetic Language of the Mass | feat. Fr. Michael Rennier

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  • Fr. Michael Rennier joins the podcast to discuss his new book The Forgotten Language: How Recovering the Poetics of the Mass Will Change Our Lives.

    Father Michael discusses:

    • His conversion story: from Pentecostal student, to Episcopal priest, to Catholic priest
    • How the transcendence and wonder of the Mass played a role in his conversion
    • Combatting pride and surrendering to God's will
    • Why beauty challenges us, as opposed to sentimental gratification
    • How beauty, as an "encounter with eternity," communicates theological truths
    • How to alleviate boredom at Mass
    • Simple ways for parish priests to instill beauty in their liturgy and church buildings


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