Church bosses have banned Ed Sheeran’s song Perfect being played in holy places at weddings.
In the past, the diocese singled out tracks by Leonard Cohen and The Beatles.
They’ve now taken issue with Sheeran’s 2017 hit, a popular request for couples planning their big day, saying its use is not in keeping with the “sanctity of the liturgy”.
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The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Wrocław in Poland has grown tired of certain secular pieces dominating ceremonies.
In an official statement, diocesan hierarchs said they are taking control of matters related to music during the liturgy – insisting the final decision rests with them and not the bride and groom.
The statement said: “In light of emerging musical abuses reported to the Diocesan Commission for Church Music, we would like to remind you of several issues related to this topic.
“The parish priest/administrator, assisted by the vicars and organists, is responsible for all matters related to music in the church.
“In case of doubt, they can always contact the commission.”
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Marcin Ziółkowski, vice-chairman of the Diocesan Commission for Church Music, urged the clergy to inform couples about rules concerning permitted music ahead of the wedding.
He hopes to prevent misunderstandings and disappointments in the final stretch before the ceremony.
Church bosses also reminded everyone of Bishop Wiesław Mering’s 2016 directive regarding church concerts and performances.
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As well as the artist’s brand and body of work, decision-makers should also take into account the values they stand for, he said.
The diocese has a list of “secular music” that is banned from being performed in church.
Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen and All You Need Is Love by the Beatles are two others that have been put on the banned list before Perfect, as reported by What’s The Jam.
Marcin stated: “The new wedding hit… Ed Sheeran’s song Perfect should be added to this list.”
Father Ziółkowski said: “We hope that this situation will serve as a warning to all those performing music in churches.
“We encourage you to prepare a repertoire consistent with the Church’s wishes, and confirmation for those who care about the beauty of liturgical music and wish to uphold the sanctity of the liturgy.”
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