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The Problem With “Themed” Masses, by Mark Haas – Brown Pelican Society of Lousiana

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By Mark Haas, Crisis Magazine, Aug. 11, 2025

Mark Haas is a Catholic composer and speaker. He serves as the Director of Music at Ave Maria Parish in Ave Maria, FL. Mark lives in Ave Maria with his wife and their seven original compositions. Visit his website at www.markhaasmusic.com.

 

However well-meaning, turning Holy Mass into a church play to keep kids engaged robs from them the real lessons of the Holy Sacrifice.

In many Catholic parishes and schools today, it has become common to designate specific “themes” for Mass. A Wednesday morning school Mass might revolve around a theme such as light, joy, kindness, or unity. Students and teachers are often asked to help prepare a “Liturgy Sheet,” complete with song choices, Scripture selections, and, of course, a clear and catchy “theme.” Banners might be created, songs selected, and even suggestions (from lay people) of the direction of the homily—all to align with the “theme” of the day.

In some cases, this thematic approach becomes so dominant that it supplants the Church’s liturgical calendar altogether. It is not uncommon to see the prescribed readings of the day replaced with hand-selected Scripture that better “fits” the chosen theme. Even more concerning is the willingness in some parishes or schools to move major feasts—such as a solemnity of the Church—to a more “convenient” weekday, simply to align with an event or activity. …

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