Muzyczne posługi wiernych w liturgii (schola, kantor, psałterzysta, chór, organista)

Abstract

The liturgical reform of Vatican Council II has put more values on the participation of the laity in holy rituals. Pastoral practice shows that it is important to choose appropriate people, prepare them and entrust with particular ministries, for it is only then that the Liturgy reaches its ecclesial dimension. If it is performed without their participation, we can say that the liturgical renewal has not been understood. The documents of the universal Church (Musicam Sacram, Institutio Generalis Missalis Romani), of the particular Church (instruction on liturgical music after Vatican Council II), and the vast outcome of Polish literature show that it is necessary to engage the faithful laity in the musical ministry in the Liturgy. They are to be prepared, spiritually formed, and should find their proper place during the Liturgy.