In honor of Pope Leo’s birthday, “Litany of the Popes” lists all the names used by the popes since the foundation of the Church. Each bracketed note is meant to be determined by the syllables in each pope’s name. For example, Julius would be two C notes as a duplet followed by a D; Anacletus would be three C notes as a triplet followed by a D, etc. It’s a great way for CCD students to learn the history of the Church.

Instrumentation: voice only
Duration: 3’

(sheet music attached)
 

"Live In Light And Love" is a prayerful hymn inspired by Luke 17:5–10, echoing the disciples’ cry: “Increase our faith, Lord.” With its reflective tone and uplifting melody, this song is ideal for worship, meditation, or moments of personal prayer. #IncreaseOurFaith #ChristianHymn #SacredMusic #CatholicMusic #Faith #PrayerSong #WorshipSong #ChristianMusic #HymnOfFaith #Luke17 Music available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com and jwpepper.com

Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz (1648-95) was a Mexican nun, poet, dramatist and scholar. Her “Villancico VI” was a 1676 poem celebrating the Assumption and is used as the lyrical basis for “Arrival.”

Instrumentation: SATB chorus with concert band.
Duration: 2’

(sheet music attached)
 

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/IhtllZw3ElA

Salmo responsorial para Fiesta de la Exaltación de la santa Cruz  -  Salmo 77 -  No olvidemos las hazañas del Señor. / Responsorial psalm in Spanish for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Free download of sheet music at the following link. All the psalm verses are available.

https://insong.org/product/fiesta-de-la-exaltacion-de-la-santa-cruz-salmo-77-no-olvidemos-las-hazanas-del-senor/

Music © 2025, Anthony Moran, Richard Schletty, https://insong.org
Arranged and recorded by Richard Schletty, https://schlettysound.com

Cry Out by Night, Cry Out by Day is a reflective hymn based on Luke 18:1–8, calling believers to persevere in prayer and never lose heart. Its gentle melody and Scripture-based text make it perfect for personal prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, or liturgical settings. #ChristianHymn #Prayer #PersistenceInFaith #SacredMusic #CatholicMusic #CryOutByNight #Luke18 #ChristianWorship #HymnsOfFaith #TrustInGod

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/9gLzimZoKKY
 

Responsorial Psalm 77(78):1-2,34-38 for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Key of F
Capo on 3rd Fret

                      Bm          G            A                   D
Response: Never forget the deeds of the Lord.

           G               A                      D
Give heed, my people, to my teaching;
                   Bm               E                     Asus2  A
turn your ear to the words of my mouth.
         G                  A               Bm
I will open my mouth in a parable
             Em                Em7                  Asus2 
and reveal hidden lessons of the past.

1) O church, arise and put your armor on
Hear the call of Christ our king
For now the weak can say that they are strong
In the strength that God has given.
With shield of faith and belt of truth
We'll stand against the devil's lies;
An army bold whose battle cry is "Love!"
Reaching out to those in darkness.

From the musical "PASSION", composed by Stephen DeCesare. Sheet music is available at: sheetmusicplus.com * jwpepper.com * musicnotes.com #trendingvideo #viralvideo #catholicmusic #praiseandworship #trendingvideo #musicvideo #makethisgoviral #youtubechannel #viral #trending #jesuschrist

A song from the musical "FAUSTINA", composed by Stephen DeCesare. The sheet music can be found here: sheetmusicplus.com * jwpepper.com * musicnotes.com

A request came in from John Lewis (via Catholic Music Express) to play his song "I Stand in Silent Awe".

Here is a story related to his award winning composition in honor of St. Joseph: Awards for songs honouring St. Joseph

Excerpt from story:

John Lewis [was] the lyricist of the winning submission, I Stand in Silent Awe, in a songwriting competition honouring Saint Joseph, organised by Our Lady of Perpetual Help chapel in Tai O, one of the Mass centres of Epiphany Parish, Mui Wo. 

Winners performed their songs during the celebration at the chapel on September 8, the Feast of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. While Lewis wrote the lyrics, Tunde Olaosegba from Nigeria composed the music to the winning song which was sung by Ivan Jegdic from Serbia. 

A heart-breaking and powerful Contemporary Christian hymn that asks God "Where was Your Mercy?", "How could you let terrible things happen?" when it was needed during World War II and also on the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

"The Temple Raised in Three Days" is a Praise and Worship hymn inspired by John 2:13–22, reflecting on Christ’s words: “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” This meditative song draws us into the mystery of His body, death, and resurrection, inviting prayer and trust in His promise of eternal life. #ChristianHymn #Lent #HolyWeek #CatholicMusic #SacredMusic #TheTempleRaised #Resurrection #JesusLives #ChristianFaith #PrayerSong