Checklist for Music Planning

Before I like to call a mass plan done, I like to run over the following check-list:

• Do the selections reinforce the readings?
• Is our Psalm selection true to the reading?
• Do our selections coincide with the presider's homily?
• Do we have the proper instrumentation this particular week?
• Can we engage the people to worship musically?
• Do we have the proper licenses?
• Are we repeating material too much / not enough?
• Are we trying to branch out to new music, bringing people to experience Christ in new and relevant perspectives?
• Does the liturgy flow properly?

Most importantly, will we be able to make it out of the parking lot without being excommunicated or stoned for our choices?

God bless you in your ministry. Wear comfy running shoes.