Without Song

There are times when the familiar is unexpectedly absent and this absence highlights just how important that 'thing' is.

Such was the case today when the organist was not able to attend Mass. Without an organ, the choir did not form. Without a choir, the assembly did not sing. Despite the Priest's phenomenal singing voice and his attempts to lead, those assembled for worship did not engage in that unifying form of prayer - the hymn.
It was a quiet but respectful service.
Maybe tomorrow joyful song will once again fill our Church.