Many words in English (and other languages) were derived from Latin and can be found in the dictionary.
Everyone should have the opportunity to experience the Latin Mass, as it is very solemn and beautiful, especially with the Gregorian chant.
My mother was not happy when the Mass went from Latin to English, and still isn’t. I wasn’t born yet so have never heard a fully Latin Mass. As you said, my mom told me how the words were in English on the opposite page if you needed it, but she was the soloist at our church and had learned a lot of the Latin. Every song she sang was in Latin. My mom barely graduated high school but sang in Latin beautifully. Our church’s choir was always invited to sing in different places because of her voice. It’s a little sad now because she’s nearing 80 and can’t sing anymore. Man she could hit those high notes! I guess my family is living proof that musical talent skips a generation— my daughter is very talented, me— let’s just say not so much!
My mother was not happy when the Mass went from Latin to English, and still isn’t. I wasn’t born yet so have never heard a fully Latin Mass. As you said, my mom told me how the words were in English on the opposite page if you needed it, but she was the soloist at our church and had learned a lot of the Latin. Every song she sang was in Latin. My mom barely graduated high school but sang in Latin beautifully. Our church’s choir was always invited to sing in different places because of her voice. It’s a little sad now because she’s nearing 80 and can’t sing anymore. Man she could hit those high notes! I guess my family is living proof that musical talent skips a generation— my daughter is very talented, me— let’s just say not so much!