2016 Albany, N.Y.

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“Open Wide the Gates of Justice, Praise God Within Them”

October 5–7, 2016
Albany, N.Y.
47th National Meeting of the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions

Nearly 200 leaders from dioceses across the United States gathered in Albany, N.Y., October 5–7, 2016, for the 47th annual meeting of FDLC. Under the theme, “Open Wide the Gates of Justice: Praise God Within Them,” participants considered this invitation to praise God through doing justice, knowing that as we worship, so we believe, and so we live.

Opening Address: Fr. Tom Ranzino, FDLC Board Chair

Text of Fr. Tom Ranzino’s speechDownload

Opening Address: Rita Thiron, FDLC Executive Director

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2016 McManus Award: Rev. J. Michael Joncas

Text of Fr. J. Michael Joncas’ introductionDownload

2016 Alleluia Award: Dr. Judy Bullock

Text of Dr. Judy Bullock’s acceptance speechDownload

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Since 1970, the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions has served the clergy and faithful of the dioceses of the United States by providing leadership, scholarship, and resources to aid in the authentic implementation and celebration of the liturgy.