By LiCAS.news
VIETNAM – The Catholic Church in Vietnam gathered clergy, musicians, and liturgical leaders on May 6 for its 54th Sacred Music Workshop, focusing on the role of music and song in enhancing the beauty of the liturgy.
Organized by the Sacred Music Commission of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Vietnam, the event took place at the Pastoral Center of the Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh City and drew participants from across the country, including representatives from 27 dioceses, seminaries, and religious congregations.
Bishop Pierre Kiều Công Tùng of Phát Diệm led the main presentation, offering a structured reflection on sacred music’s theological and pastoral dimensions.
His talk explored four key areas: the song of praise of the faithful, the ministerial role of choirs, active participation in liturgical celebrations, and the preservation and promotion of liturgical beauty.
The workshop emphasized that sacred music is not simply an artistic expression, but a vital element of Catholic worship.
Choirs were recognized as playing a distinct ministerial role, guiding congregational singing and contributing to the spiritual depth of liturgical rites.
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