A powerful hymn inspired by John 3:13–17, “Lifted for Love” reflects on the saving mission of Christ, lifted on the cross so the world might believe. With poetic imagery and a timeless message of grace, this hymn is ideal for Lent, Holy Cross observances, or moments of deep reflection on God's love. Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com, musicaneo.com and jwpepper.com

Instrumentation: SATB chorus, brass quintet
Duration: 2’30”

G                                               Cm13
You might see Him through the window
G                               Cm13
Wandering around in the cold

Responsorial Psalm for the 19th of October 2025, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C

Offertory Hymn
 

The traditional Advent hymn now has a fresh, Contemporary Christian/Praise and Worship melody and is scored for a variety of arrangements. Accessible and appropriate for any church or concert setting. Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com and jwpepper.com

I have always liked this song, but I did not realise that it was composed by a priest in India.

Rev Father Aniceto Nazareth from the archidioce of Mumbai composed this song as part of his repertoire in saying masses at his local diocese.

Fr Nazareth did  not have a formal training in music. His colleagues attested that his talents in composition emanated from his strong interest in music and the desire to use highly suitable and affective tunes at different parts of the Eucharist.

He died in 2021.

This is my rendition of Fr Nazareth's beautiful hymn.

 

Responsorial Psalms 97 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

 

Responsorial Psalm 97(98):1-4 for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C - WORDS + CHORDS

Key of Bb

Capo 3

                              G               Em      C        D                     G        Em   C   D

Response - The Lord has shown His salvation to the nations.

 

 C                  D                   G

Sing a new song to the Lord

 C     D                          G

for He has worked wonders.

  C                     D              G    Em

His right hand and His holy arm

             C                     Dsus4   D

have brought salvation.

 

                              G               Em      C        D                     G        Em   C   D

Response - The Lord has shown His salvation to the nations.

1) Deep in the subway night
We heard a baby’s  cry    
With bombs blasting loud above
We heard a mothers lullaby
Sweet and full of love
Grace falling on all of us

2) We all joined her love song
And through her love we became strong
By a baby’s loud cry
And a mom’s sweet lullaby

"Your Mercy Is My Freedom" Hymn for Christ the King or Good Friday – Luke 23:35‑43 A meditative hymn inspired by the words of the repentant thief: “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” Perfect for Christ the King Sunday, Good Friday, or any time of reflection on God’s mercy and redemption. Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com, musicaneo.com and jwpepper.com

Jesus Living in Mary is a classic Marian hymn that is popularly used during prayers for the Holy Rosary, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Peace, Notre Dame, Immaculate Conception, Guadalupe and Medjugorhe.

I like the reverent yet lively tone of this hymn. Not too long, not too short. It is the right length to feel a little break when saying long prayers. 

The lyrics are simple and easily understood. This song can work as a children's hymn yet will make a great choice as a congregation hymn for Marian liturgies. Most of all, it is easy to play on guitar as the chord progression is predictable.

The chord sheet is attached here, using A on capo 3.

 

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Steve Byrne has been working with music for church services and congregational worship and reflection for over 20 years. The music is based solely on scripture and combines a mixture of guitar and piano based accompaniments.

A selection of five beautiful hymns to Our Lady

0:00 – Ave Maria (As I kneel before you)
3:16 – Immaculate Mary
8:56 – Where are you bound, Mary?
12:44 – Hail Mary (full of grace)
15:36 – Hail, Queen of Heaven