About – FDLC – Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions

FDLC Annual Appeal 2025-2026

The FDLC is profoundly aware of the need to provide formation in creative ways and at reasonable costs. With your help, we continue to operate on a very tight budget while providing FREE online training and resources to countless ministers across the country.

FDLC Annual Appeal 2024-2025

FDLC Annual Appeal 2023-2024

“With Zeal and Patience” SC 19 Dear FDLC Members and Friends, This Federation was founded in 1969 during a momentous period in our Church’s history. Those early years were marked by remarkable scholarship, legendary leadership, and bold change. The liturgical renewal continues to be inspired by the Holy Spirit. The wisdom of the Council FathersContinue reading “FDLC Annual Appeal 2023-2024”

The Fredrick R. McManus Award

Recognizes an individual who or organization which has made significant contributions to furthering the liturgical renewal in the United States. Awarded annually at the FDLC National Meeting.

The Alleluia Award

Honors a current member who serves in a Diocesan Office of Worship or on a Diocesan Liturgical Commission who has “served the Federation with distinction, and generously shared his/her skills, wisdom, and resources in order to promote sound liturgical practice and to advance the liturgical renewal.” Awarded annually at the FDLC National Meeting.

The Tabat Scholarship

A $1000 scholarship awarded annually to a student who is pursuing a graduate degree in Liturgical Studies or related field. Applications must be received Applications must be received between February 1 to March 31 each year.

Miguel Arias Scholarship

Provides annual grants to Spanish-speaking individuals with the hope that they will minister to the faithful in Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. Applications are accepted from February 1 to March 31 each year.