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Subject: Missal
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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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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