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Tuesday, July 27
MEGA Let ME Tell My Story ValLimar Jansen
ValLimar Jansen will present some of the History of the Sisters of the Holy Family, weaving music throughout the 'Herstory' presentation and focus on the role of sacred music in the work & ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family, especially being located in New Orleans.
The Singing Body of Christ: Men Wanted Janèt Sullivan Whitaker
This workshop will explore ways of engaging and empowering the men in our assemblies to sing. In doing so, the worship of the community is energized. Addressing this imbalance can lead to more inclusivity in all lay ministries.
Wednesday, July 28
MEGA Using an Abdundance of God’s Gifts at ONE Mass Rufino Zaragoza, Paul Nguyen, and Valerie Lee-Jeter
What is the difference between multicultural and inculturation? This panel, representing speakers from three varied cultures, will discuss how liturgical rituals can be enhanced by cultural traditions and will explore cultural traditions as well as other musical and prayer-filled nuances that can enhance any liturgy.
MEGA Online and Onsite: Liturgical Hybridity and the Future of Liturgy Fr. Ricky Manlo, CSP
Whether we embrace them or not, livestream masses are here to stay. The question is to what extent do our online worship practices interconnect (or dare I suggest, integrate) with our onsite liturgies. There is a bold new world before us and we need not be fearful of what the future holds. This dynamic presentation will point us towards the future.
Basics Praying the Liturgy of the Hours Janèt Sullivan Whitaker
This workshop offers a practical introduction to this prayer form. Geared toward lay leaders, musicians, presiders, and preachers, this workshop will also include tips on building an accessible repertoire of chant tones for singing the psalms and canticles.
Thursday, July 29
Unity in our Diversity ValLimar Jansen
ValLimar Jansen will share practical methods pastoral musicians can employ to encourage diversity, inclusivity and racial justice, in liturgical settings.
At the Digital Banquet of the Lord: Livestreaming Masses with Sacramental Integrity Fr. Ricky Manlo, CSP
How do we better liturgically form online presiders, lectors and musicians to promote liturgical engagement, as distinct from serving as online entertainers. This presentation provides a methodology for joining technology with the liturgy and online prayer
Join us for our informative product resource session on Tuesday, July 27 to learn more about:
- New Mass setting from composer Curtis Stephan
- New additions to OCP choral music
- Debut of new bilingual ocvtavo and song “Pan de Cielo” from composer Ivan Diaz
- New music from composer Sarah Hart and Thomas Muglia

Women's Concert
Thursday, July 29 - 3:30pm CST
Don’t miss this inspiring concert event featuring the many talents of OCP women composers, featuring ValLimar Jansen, Janet Sullivan Whitaker, Sarah Hart, Laura Huval, Anna Betancourt, and Stella Garcia Lopez. The songs of peace, hope and unity will leave you moved by the Holy Spirit and uplifted!