David Haas
1957– · USA · Contemporary
David Haas (b. 1957) is a prominent Catholic liturgical composer and pastoral theologian based in Minnesota who has significantly shaped contemporary Catholic worship music. A prolific composer of hymns, songs, and liturgical works, Haas has created music that bridges traditional Catholic liturgical practice with modern musical sensibilities. His compositions have achieved widespread adoption in parishes, schools, and dioceses throughout North America, particularly for eucharistic celebrations and seasonal liturgies. As both a musician and theologian, Haas has contributed substantially to the renewal of Catholic hymnody in the post-Vatican II era, making liturgical music more accessible and participatory for contemporary congregations. His work represents a significant body of contributions to twentieth and twenty-first century Christian hymnody.