As the Church on this day remembers Saint Cecilia, our “Talking Saints” hosts Laurie and Pete discuss the life of this 4th century Roman martyr of the early Church, known as the Patroness of music, due to her hearing the music of heaven in her heart on her wedding day, and is usually depicted in art with a pipe-organ.

As we attend Masses this week, let us think of the cantors, choirs and musicians who God has graced with the talent and vocation to bring spirituality into our lives through the medium of song.

Dear Saint Cecilia, one thing we know for certain about you is that you became a heroic martyr in fidelity to your divine Bridegroom. Inspire musicians to gladden the hearts of people by filling the air with God's gift of music and reminding them of the divine Musician who created all beauty. Amen.