News from Chicago, Illinois
Audio Library:Choral Music sung at the Shrine
Solemn High Mass of the Immaculate Conception: Monday, Dec 8
Communion Motet: O Gloriosa Domina, William Byrd (1540-1623) Click here to listen
Trio directed by Mr. Paul Wierzbowski, Choirmaster & tenor
Upcoming Events
VESPERS AND BENEDICTION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
EVERY SUNDAY AT 6:00 PM
The Second Plenary Council of Baltimore (1868) decreed (no. 379) that complete vespers be sung on Sundays and feasts in all churches, as far as possible, after the Roman fashion, and that vespers never be replaced by other exercises of piety; "for the solemn worship approved by bishops of the Church and flourishing through so many centuries must be deemed pleasing to Almighty God."
December 31st Solemn Vespers 5pm
January 1st Solemn Vespers 6pm
Followed by Benediction
25TH OF EVERY MONTH: MASS IN HONOR OF INFANT KING
A seventeenth century statue of the Divine Infant King, donated by a generous benefactor, has been solemnly crowned and enthroned above the High altar of the Shrine by His Eminence Francis Cardinal George in December 2007. In honor of the Divine Infant King a Votive High Mass of the Nativity is celebrated at the Shrine at 7:00 pm on the 25th day of every month. In preparation for this monthly commemoration of the Infant King, a Novena prayer in His honor is recited after daily Mass from the 17th through the 25th of every month.
Mass of the Third Sunday after the Epihany
Commemoration of the Divine Infant King
Sunday, January 25 at 10:00 am
Choral music directed by Mr. Benjamin Rivera
Missa Aeterna Christi munera, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594)
Offertory Motet: O Salutaris Hostia, Pierre de la Rue (ca. 1534 - 1623)
Communion Motet: Ave Verum Corpus: William Byrd (ca. 1534 - 1623)
Wednesday, December 31,
5:00pm, Vespers, Benediction with singing of Te Deum
(a plenary indulgence may be gained)
Thursday, January 1
8:00am Low Mass,
10:00am Solemn High Mass
6:00pm Solemn Vespers & Benediction
JANUARY 3RD FIRST SATURDAY MORNING OF RECOLLECTION
7:30 am Confessions
8:00 am High Mass & Mother of Perpetual Help devotions
9:00 am Light Breakfast
9:30 am Spiritual Conference: Monsignor R. Michael Schmitz
Following the Conference Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Rosary, and Benediction
Confessions to follow.
Tuesday, January 6, Solemnity of the Epiphany
5:15pmChildren's catechism class and Epiphany gathering
6:30pm traditional blessing of Epiphany water & chalk followed by Solemn High Mass,
SOLEMN PONTIFICAL MASS
Sunday, January 11th, 10:00am
Celebrant: His Excellency, the Most Reverend Joseph N. Perry, Auxilary Bishop of Chicago
Choral Music Provided by The Chicago Chorale under the direction of Mr. Bruce Tammen
Missa O Magnum Mysterium of Tomas Luis de Victoria
After Mass : "Discover the Treasure: Gregorian Chant for Everyone" A free conference and chant practice open to all
Canon Wulfran Lebocq, Choir Master of the Institute's International Seminary.
Gregorian Chant Workshop: January 9th - 11th
Are you a member of a parish choir which sings Gregorian Chant? Are you a choir director who is starting or building a Gregorian Chant schola? Are you familiar with the basics of Chant, but wish to master the Gregorian art? Then this Chant workshop on the weekend of January 9-11 is for you.
Under the direction of Canon Wulfran Lebocq, participants will learn the fine points of the classic method of Solemses as taught by the late Dom Joseph Gajard and will sing each day at Holy Mass and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. On the final day, participants will sing at a Solemn Pontifical High Mass celebrated by His Excellency, the Most Reverend Joseph N. Perry, Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago.
About Canon Wulfran Lebocq
Having studied for several years with the Schola Saint Gregoire (Le Mans, France), Canon Lebocq has been serving as the Choirmaster of the schola cantorum of the Institute's Seminary in Gricigliano since his ordination to the holy priesthood in 2003. He has participated in three Gregorian Chant CD recordings. Most recently, he directed the Institute's schola for the November 3 All Souls Day Solemn High Requiem Mass which was broadcast on EWTN.
Event Flyer (PDF file with workshop details and schedule)
For further information and details,
please contact the Institute's Chicago Priory at 773-363-7409 or info@institute-christ-king.org
News from Previous Events
Feast of the Immaculate Conception: Monday, Dec 8
Patroness of the Institute of Christ the King
7:00pm Solemn High Mass with Choral music directed by Mr. Paul Wierzbowski
Mass for Three Voices, William Byrd (1540-1623)
Offertory Motet: Ave Regina Coelorum, Orlando di Lasso (1532-1594)
Communion Motet: O Gloriosa Domina, William Byrd (1540-1623) Click here to listen
All Saints Day Children's Party
SHRINE RESTORATION CONTINUES
May God bless you for your prayers and generous support!
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABBE GEORG EMMEL
A very special thank you to all those many good people who helped in any way with the Sunday, November 2 reception in honor of Abbe Georg ‘s 10th anniversary of oblatehood.
FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING
Sunday, October 26 Feast of Christ the King 10:00 am High Mass & Eucharistic procession, Choral Music directed by Kevin Allen: Missa Te Deum, composed by Msgr. Lorenzo Perosi
See more pictures of the Eucharistic Procession here
BENEFIT RECITAL FOR THE RESTORATION OF THE SHRINE
A descendant of Queen Victoria and Czar Alexander II and a Chicago-born tenor came together on Saturday, September 27th, to support the restoration of the Shrine of Christ the King Sovereign Priest. Internationally acclaimed tenor Trevór Mitchell performed works of Sacred Baroque music and traditional Spirituals at the benefit recital, proceeds of which were for the restoration of the historic church building.
Paul Duke of Oldenburg came from Germany to participate as the guest of honor of the event. A long-time friend and supporter of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, His Highness is active in both the political and social arenas, promoting the cause of family values in Germany. A convert to the Catholic Faith, he spoke in an inspiring way about his experience with the beauty of the Latin Mass. People came from far and wide to fill the church for this memorable event. Many thanks to the generosity of all our benefactors!
SHRINE RESTORATION PROJECT UPDATE
Our restoration project continues with the early stages of the church basement renovation. May God bless you for your prayers and generous support!
SOLEMN CROWNING OF THE INFANT KING BY CARDINAL GEORGE
Solemn Crowning of the Divine Infant King by His Eminence Francis Cardinal George On Saturday, Decemer 29, His Eminence Francis Cardinal George came to the Shrine of Christ the King to solemnly crown the statue of the Divine Infant King. The crowning occured during a Solemn High Mass at which His Eminence assisted. The Mass was celebrated inside the church building, which is under restoration. View Video | View Images
THE SHRINE OF CHRIST THE KING FEATURED ON EWTN LIVE
On Wednesday, September 26, Msgr. R. Michael Schmitz and classical architect William Heyer were interviewed on EWTN Live about the restoration of the Institute's Shrine of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, in Chicago. DVDs of the program are available by ordering from our website, or by writing to us at 6415 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60637. The cost is $21.00 including shipment. Visit the Store
PERPETUAL NOVENA TO ST. THERESE
Every Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm, there is Holy Mass, Benediction and Novena Devotions to St. Thérèse. This revives a tradition of our church, which was once the National Shrine of St. Thérèse.