In this episode, Eric Styles joins the podcast to discuss the contributions of African Americans to the American Catholic Church, in particular the gifts of Black Catholics like pioneering liturgical musician Fr. Clarence Joseph Rivers. They discuss the cultural, dramatic, and theatrical elements involved in worship as the Christians of today seek to express and embody faith, hope, justice, and love.

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In this first episode, Kim and J.J. speak with Fr. Matt about how they came to study liturgy and music, what led them to Notre Dame, and the origins of the Rhythms of Faith project. Among other topics, they discuss the importance of music in the church today, their favorite artists, and the creative process they hope to facilitate.

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