The Schola chanting Christmas Matins

Schola comes from the Greek  σχολή  for "leisure" or "rest." In the Catholic sense, this word symbolizes a way of life centered around the leisure of contemplation found in the sacred liturgy. From holy leisure springs forth other works and apostolates, such as teaching Latin, Gregorian Chant, and other liberal arts. 

Yes, the Schola Cantorum model has existed since the very beginnings of the Church, drawing its inspiration from the Levites of the Old Testament. Recently, the Church has called for an increase of these organizations: "Scholae Cantorum must be diligently promoted." Sacrosanctum Concilium, 114.

Currently, the bulk of our chanting is done at the Oratory of Saints Gregory and Augustine in Saint Louis. However, we are open to travel, and have done so regionally several times.

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