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Old Tunes, New Hymns

Old Tunes, New Hymns

Old Tunes, New Hymns

Old Tunes,
New Hymns

Much of the beauty found in the old Latin hymns risks being forgotten. While we cannot turn back the tide of change, we can carry forward their grace, depth and timeless faith into today’s worship. These hymns are offered as a bridge between past and present, English words to traditional tunes, bringing the theology, poetry and spirit of our Christian heritage into our shared prayer. May you find in them a blessing and may their ancient melodies stir something new within your heart.

O Most Holy, O Most Faithful – a Marian Hymn based on the Gregorian Chant O Sanctissima

Text written by Mgr. Michael Sharkey.

This is My Body – a communion hymn based on the traditional Welsh tune Myfanwy.

Text written by Mgr. Michael Sharkey.

The Beatitudes – a summary of the Beatitudes in St. Matthew’s Gospel Chapter 5, with a touch of Julian of Norwich at the end.

Tune based on Finlandia by Jean Sibelius

Text written by Mgr. Michael Sharkey.

Gift of God of God Himself – a Christmas Carol based on the tune of Handel’s Silent Worship

Text written by Mgr. Michael Sharkey.

You Came to Us from Heaven – a Christmas Carol based on an Italian Christmas hymn

Text written by Mgr. Michael Sharkey.

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