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Comparison of OCP Hymnals and Missals
September 8, 2026 - 6:31pm — Richard Schletty
OCP Flagship Hymnals
With the recent publication of Glory & Praise, Fourth Edition, we should take a look at the four major hymnals published by Oregon Catholic Press (OCP) to see how they stack up against each other.
Glory & Praise serves as a contemporary-leaning, cross-generational collection. In contrast, other flagship OCP hymnals favor heavy traditional repertoires or exclusively modern styles.
Core Structural Differences
The table below details how Glory & Praise, Fourth Edition matches up against Journeysongs, Third Edition and other core OCP options:
| Hymnal | Musical Focus / Style | Approximate Track Count | Target Community |
| Glory & Praise (4th Edition) | Cross-generational 50/50 mix; leans heavily into guitar/piano-driven Catholic folk, pop, and modern worship classics. | ~800 titles | Parishes seeking a vibrant, accessible assembly style with strong roots in the post-Vatican II folk movement. |
| Journeysongs (3rd Edition) | Balanced traditional-leaning; incorporates extensive Latin chant, historic hymns, and classical organ-driven liturgies alongside essential contemporary titles. | Over 850 titles | Standard, multi-generational parishes that prioritize choral, organ, and classic cantor-driven music. |
| Spirit & Song | 100% Contemporary; modern praise & worship driven by full bands (electric guitars, drums, keyboards). | ~360 titles | Youth ministries, Newman centers, or specialized contemporary parish Masses. |
| Flor y Canto (4th Edition) | Multicultural/Spanish focus; features diverse rhythmic styles from varying Spanish-speaking cultures alongside bilingual arrangements. | ~740 titles | Parishes supporting active Hispanic ministries or looking to build fully integrated, bilingual liturgies. |
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TwitterOCP News and Notable for July 2026
July 3, 2026 - 3:29pm — Richard Schletty
Psalm Resources from OCP
OCP’s extensive selection of psalters offer verbatim psalm and Gospel Acclamation settings for the whole year in a range of styles. Explore your options and call 1-800-LITURGY to pre-order for the 2027 liturgical year.
The Luke Mayernik Choral Series
Explore the work of award-winning composer Luke Mayernik! Showcasing Mayernik’s masterful craft, this series provides elevated sacred choral titles in a range of difficulty levels. Browse titles from this brand-new series here.
Don't Miss the OCP Music Showcase at NPM
Join us for the OCP Music Showcase at the 48th Annual NPM National Convention taking place this summer in Washington, D.C. If you can't attend in person, join the livestream on Facebook, July 22 at 2:30 p.m. ET. RSVP on Facebook today!
The Church's Favorite Songs for Worship
Find “Christ Be Our Light” and other parish favorites in the new Glory & Praise, Fourth Edition hymnal and Breaking Bread 2027 missal. Watch the lyric video here.
2026 Annual Resource Sale
Get 65% off selected 2026 annual resources with the coupon code: 65off2026. Get extra copies of the resources you use or try out a new product at reduced cost before the next liturgical year. Shop now.
Flor y Canto Hymnal Story
Discover how the Spanish-language and bilingual hymnal Flor y Canto can unite your multicultural Catholic parish in this beautiful video featuring St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. Watch now.
2026 OCP Music Showcase at NPM National Convention
June 24, 2026 - 12:29pm — Richard Schletty
Join us for the OCP Music Showcase at the 48th Annual NPM National Convention taking place in Washington, D.C. If you can't attend in person, we will be livestreaming the showcase on Facebook, July 22 at 2:30 p.m. EST.
We are excited to present a diverse collection of brand-new seasonal titles, inspiring bilingual works, and music suited for choirs of all skill levels and for general congregational use. A PDF copy of the music will be available to download for attendees who RSVP.
The 50th anniversary of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians
This year’s theme, “Forever We Will Sing,” takes its inspiration from Psalm 89. NPM’s work to foster the art of musical liturgy has shaped Catholic worship since the Second Vatican Council — and our work is not done yet.
Join us at Catholic University of America for 4 days of:
- Plenum Addresses – Breakouts
- Networking Opportunities – Community
- Special Events – National Awards – Exhibits
- ..and much more.
Dates and Details
When: July 19-24, 2026
Please note: Pre-convention events will begin as early as July 19, with the full convention scheduled to begin on July 20.
Where: Catholic University of America
620 Michigan Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20064
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OCP Resources for Lent and Easter 2026
January 16, 2026 - 12:42pm — Richard Schletty
Prepare for Lent and Easter with some help from OCP. Discover choral music, seasonal playlists and more to help you plan for these holy seasons, including free PDF liturgy outlines created by veteran music director Angela Westhoff-Johnson, composer Tom Booth and other OCP experts.
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Catholic Mass Music Debate: Should Hymns With Doctrinal Errors Be Banned?
October 22, 2025 - 10:50am — Richard SchlettyYouTube video: https://youtu.be/05zuFm9FLps
From Gregorian chant to praise and worship, EWTN News Reporter Mark Irons gives a listening ear to the Catholic Mass music debate and why one diocese banned certain hymns for a time.
A related discussion on traditional vs. contemporary, as well as what is docrtinally and musically acceptable, is here at the Musica Sacra Forum:
Market Pivot Toward Tradition in OCP's Heritage Missal
https://forum.musicasacra.com/forum/discussion/22485/market-pivot-toward-tradition-in-ocps-heritage-...
For reference, here is the USCCB paper mentioned in the YouTube video:
Catholic Hymnody at the Service of the Church: An Aid for Evaluating Hymn Lyrics
usccb.org/resources/Catholic%20Hymnody%20at%20the%20Service%20of%20the%20Church_0.pdf
Published by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, September 2020
Watch the video, read the YouTube comments, read the Musica Sacra forum discussion, and comment below.
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