Way Too Much Joy in the Gospel?

Normally I don't bother with liturgical abuse, but this was so completely over-the-top, I have to share.  Hat tip to Brandon Vogt for sharing this on Facebook.

Apparently this is the Gospel Procession at a special Mass in Brazil.  The commentator keeps going on about "allegria" (joy) - but somehow that understates the sheer craziness of this spectacle.  Way, way beyond the bounds of enculturation... even for a country where Carnival is a way of life.
(Warning, stay away from trying to drink any fluids while watching this!)

Great Discussion Shaping Up: How Do We Enliven the Liturgy

Interesting discussion over at Joe Paprocki's Catechists Journey blog on how to wake up the liturgy.  Joe had posted last week a link to his article from Ministry & Liturgy magazine, which I shared on a social network... and after a discussion there, I suggested Jeffrey Pinyan post  his well-reasoned, civil response directly to Joe's blog, which he did. Joe has graciously featured that response..  Check out the discussion - and add to it, if you will, but keep it civil. The reconsideration of enculturation of the liturgy for our time, especially as we implement the new Missal is important.