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St Andrew’s Cathedral was packed for the Mass of Chrism on Holy Thursday, belying (as had the RCIA service at the beginning of Lenten) the pessimistic who see only apathy. People were there to support their Archbishop and their priests. As they gathered, the St Mungo Singers and harpist Catherine Walker provided quietly meditative music. […]
This lovely service (known colloquially as the RCIA service) at which catechumens and candidates for full communion with the Catholic church are formally and publicly welcomed by the Archbishop took place at St Andrew’s Cathedral on 9th March. This year there were in total 100, a wonderful confirmation that the Church continues to attract people […]
Good Friday Lord, by shedding his blood for us, your Son, Jesus Christ established the paschal mystery. In your goodness, make us holy and watch over us always. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen Good Friday St Leo’s 2025 cong Christ was humbler yet even to accepting […]
The Easter Vigil 2025 Alpha and Omega The Beginning and the End Yesterday and Today Christ is Risen Rejoice, heavenly powers, sing, choirs angels. Exult, all creation, around God’s throne. Jesus Christ our king is risen, sound the trumpets of salvation. Easter Vigil 2025 Easter Exultet Final 2025 for JC – Full Score […]
Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper Holy Thursday St Leo’s 2023 Intercessions As we celebrate the Lord’s Supper, we give thanks for the Eucharist which unites us through Christ, with God and with each other. Lord, hear us We pray for the unity of all christians in faith and love, Lord, hear us We […]
Stations of the Cross (SCIAF adapted) Share the Journey God our refuge, You share the journey with migrants and refugees, lightening their footsteps with hope, for you are close to the broken-hearted. Open our eyes and hearts to the God-given dignity of all your people. Move us to […]
The Introduction to Palm Sunday: the Missal provides a ‘Hosannah’ chant but many parishes will probably also avail themselves of a ‘Hosannah’ that they already know to get the more solemn celebration off to a good start. Some parishes even begin with the 2nd part of the Sanctus – ‘Blessed […]
Ash Wednesday 2025 Saint Peter Chrysologus (c.406-450), Bishop of Ravenna, Doctor of the Church wrote: ‘My dear brethren, today we set out on the great Lenten journey. So let us take our food and drink along in our boat, putting onto the chest the abundant mercy we shall need. For our fasting is a […]
Ps 71 Commentary by Dr Noel Donnelly for the Feast of the Epiphany 2025 Psalm 71 was originally a prayer for the king at his coronation. The church uses this psalm at the Epiphany when we are reflecting on the coming of the Gentiles bearing three gifts to the holy family. The […]
The Annual Carols for Peace service, organised by Glasgow Churches Together and hosted by the City Council, had to contend this year not only with rainy weather but also with the Scottish League Cup final between the “Old Firm” of Rangers and Celtic, but any concerns about attendance were soon put to rest as people […]
A colleague who had moved from the East Coast commented recently that she had had to buy a hooded rainjacket because it always seemed to be raining in Glasgow! As we stood in the pouring rain in George Square on 4th December, I could sympathise with her view, but the rain certainly had not dampened […]
Canticle: The Prologue of St John’s Gospel In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was God, and everything was made through him that was made; in him was life and that life was the light of men, and that light shines […]
Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory. Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory. The spirit of the Lord has been given to me; he has sent me to bring good news, good news to the poor, good news to the poor. Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory. […]
O Love that will not let me go (Funerals; mourning) George Matheson O Love that will – Full Score recording: Pending; graphic (c) Netta Ewing
May the Souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Words: traditional. Music (c) Noel Donnelly. Graphic (c) Netta Ewing. Recording by The St Mungo Singers Funeral the Souls – Full Score
How blest are those who have died in the Lord. Let them rest from their labours, let them rest for their good works go with them. Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine on them. May they rest in peace. May they rest in peace. How blest ND choir […]
I know that my Redeemer lives Cantor: And in my flesh I shall see God, the living God All: And in my flesh I shall see God, the living God Cantor: I know that my Redeemer lives! On the last day I shall raise again. All: And in my flesh I shall see God, the living God […]
Remember those, O Lord, who in your peace have died, yet may not gain love’s high reward till love is purified. With you they faced death’s night, sealed with your vict’ry sign, soon may the splendour of your light on them for ever shine. Funerals Remember those – Full Score Words (c) James Quinn SJ. Music (c) Gerry […]
Repent, says the Lord, the kingdom of heaven is close at hand. Repent, says the Lord, the kingdom of heaven is near. Words: Matthew 4:17. Alleluia:plainsong; music of verse (c) Gerry Fitzpatrick. Graphic (c) Netta Ewing. Recording by the St Mungo Singers Gospel Verse Repent org – Full Score
Isaiah 12: 2-6 With joy you will draw water from wells of salvation Isaiah 12 Vigil and 3rd Advent C – Full Score Words and music (c) Noel Donnelly. Graphic (c) Netta Ewing. Recording pending.
I bring you news of great joy (Christmas) Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. I bring you news of great joy, today a saviour has been born to us: he is Christ the Lord, he is Christ the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. GV Christmas 2024a – Full Score Words: Luke […]
Alleluia We saw his star as it rose Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. We saw his star as it rose and have come to do him homage. We saw his star as it rose. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Words: Matthew 2:2; Music Gerry Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew. Recorded by The St Mungo Singers. Graphic (c) […]
We saw his star as it rose We saw his star as it rose and have come to do him homage. We saw his star as it rose. Glory to the Father, glory to the Son, glory to the Holy Spirit now and ever more. We saw his star as it rose and have come to […]
See the days are coming See the days are coming – it is the Lord who speaks, See the days are coming, the Kingdom is near. I know your past and the hardship you endure, and yet I must warn you ‘your love is diminishing’. I know the poor […]
Canticle: from the Letter to the Colossians 1:12ss A Canticle from the Letter to the Colossians tune Hyfridol (Alleluia Sing to Jesus) Let’s give thanks to God our Father who allows us all to share in the joys of all the saints who live in light, as God’s true heirs. God […]
Canticle: Philippians 2:6ss: Formed in God Formed in God (Canticle: Philippians 2:6-11) Formed in God, yet he emptied all and a Servant’s form put on, Laying aside equality with God. Humbly obeyed in weak and human flesh bearing death, even death upon a cross Therefore God has exalted him […]
Canticle 1 Peter 2: 21-24: God did not spare his own son but gave him up for us all. God did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all. God did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all. Christ suffered for you, leaving […]
St Andrew’s Cathedral was full for the Chrism Mass on 28 March, with Archdiocesan Choir, the St Mungo Singers, providing gathering music and the congregation and priests assembled. This annual service is always one of great impact as we witness the priests of the Diocese renew their commitment to their priestly service and we see the […]
Entry: I rejoiced when I heard them say ‘Let us go to the house of God.’ And now our feet are standing within your gates, Jerusalem. Glory be to the Holy Spirit theFather, gory be to the Son, glory be to the Holy Spirit both now and ever more. I rejoiced when I heard them […]
Entry: I rejoiced when I heard them say ‘Let us go to the house of God.’ And now our feet are standing within your gates, Jerusalem. Glory be to the Holy Spirit theFather, gory be to the Son, glory be to the Holy Spirit both now and ever more. I rejoiced when I heard them […]
Entry: Prepare ye the Way Prepare ye the way, prepare ye the way, Prepare ye the way of the Lord. Glory to the Father, glory to the Son, glory to the Holy Spirit now and for ever. Amen. Prepare ye the way, prepare ye the way, Prepare ye […]
Entry Song for 1st Sunday of Lent Download MP3 Antiphon: He will call to me and I shall answer with freedom and honour and length of days. He will call to me. He will call to me. verse All you sheltered by the Most High,who live in Almighty God’s shadow, Say to the […]
Gospel Verse Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. I will not leave you Orphans, says the Lord. I will come back to you and your hearts will be full of joy, full of joy. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. GV I will not ORG – Full Score Words: John 14:18. Music Noel Donnelly (c) Kevin Mayhew. Recorded by The St […]
Gospel Verse: I am the handmaid of the Lord Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. I am the handmaid of the Lord: let what you have said be done to me. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Music Gerry Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew. Recorded by Catriona Glen Advent
Hymn: Lay your hand Gently Words and music (c) Catherine Walker. Graphic (c) Netta Ewing Lay your Hand Gently – Full Score
Prepare ye the Way Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Prepare ye the way, prepare ye the way, prepare ye the way of the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Words: Isaiah 40:3; Mark 1:3 Music Gerry Fitzpatrick (c) Kevin Mayhew. Recorded by The St Mungo Singers Graphic (c) Netta Ewing. GV Prepare – Full […]
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Let us see, Lord, your mercy and give us your saving help. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. 1st Sunday of Advent words: Ps 84 (c) The Grail, England. Music (c) Gerry Fitzpatrick Graphic (c) Netta Ewing GV Adv 1Let us see, O Lord – Full Score
Christ our Passover Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Christ our Passover has been sacrificed; let us celebrate. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Music Gerry Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Christ our Passover has been sacrificed; let us celebrate. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. audio
Entry: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ the Lord will come again. Glory to the Father, glory t the Son, glory to the Holy Spirit now and for ever. Amen. Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ the Lord will come again. Words and music of verse traditional; Music of Doxology (c) Gerry Fitzpatrick […]
I will not leave you orphans Words: John 14: 18 Music (c) Noel Donnelly. Recorded by The St Mungo Singers Graphic (c) Netta Ewing I will not leave you orphans, says the Lord. I will come back to you and your hearts will be full of joy, full of joy. Glory to the Father, […]
Litany of Saints and Litany of Celtic Saints The Litany of saints dates back to at least the 7th century. It addresses God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and then a selection of saints, and is followed by supplications appropriate to the occasions on which it is sung – such as the Easter Vigil, the […]
An Entry Song or Introit for Easter: The Stone which the builders rejected has become the corner-stone. This is the work of the Lord, a marvel our eyes. Glory t the Father, glory to the Son, glory to the Holy Spirit now and for ever. Amen. The Stone which the builders rejected has become the corner-stone. This is […]
Five Harpists in Holy Week Congratulations on two performances during HolyWeek in St Andrew’s Cathedral.
Psalm 21 Commentary by Dr Noel Donnelly The complete text of Psalm 21 is both beautiful and terrifying. The mention of King David in the superscription leads scholars to see the original psalm as one in which David is foretelling the horrible persecutions and crucifixions by the Persians that lay ahead; but the psalm does […]
The dialogue Easter Creed sung at Easter Creed Dialogue mel and organ (Melody line and organ, and a separate melody version.) Do you believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth? I believe, I believe. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, […]
Lent Music week 4 Entry: Christ was humbler yet, even to accepting death on a cross . . . . . Glory too . . . . Introit Christ was humbler – Full Score ——————————- Kyrie: ——————————— for Psalm 136 setting and commentary: By the waters we sat down […]
Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory. Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory. Praise to you, O Christ – Full Score During Lent, the sung ‘Alleluia’ is replaced by the verse ‘Praise to you, O Christ’ and when the Liturgy of Easter is reached and celebrated then the `alleluia’ is sung […]
Lent music week 3 Entry Song / Introit God loved the world so much he gave us his only Son that all who believe in him may have eternal life. Glory to the Father . . . . . Entry God loved – Full Score Entry God loved MEL – Full Score Psalm 18 Psalm […]
Lent Music week 2 Entry Song: The Father’s Voice – music and audio recording Links to the Psalm of the Day Ps 115 – music, audio recording and commentary Gospel Verse pf the Day: Praise to you – The Father’s Voice – music and audio recording A very short Morning Prayer with the Young […]
The RCIA service on the first Sunday of Lent is always an inspiring service as we meet people wishing either to be baptised and become members of the Catholic Church or those who are already Christians but now wish to come into full communion with the Catholic Church. This year we had the joy of […]
Lent Music week 1 Entry Song/Introit: Not by bread alone do we live, but by every word from the mouth of God . . . . Introit Lent Not by bread – Full Score Link to Ps 24 – commentary by Dr Noel Donnelly and 2 psalm settings: https://stmungomusic.org.uk/ps-24-lent-1b/ ——————————————— Gospel Acclamation: Praise […]
Entry Songs and Introits: a fresh approach during Lent We have been singing hymns at the start of Mass… [Read more]
This was the first time the annual Carols for Peace service was able to be held in person since lockdown… [Read more]
It was great to have this ecumenical event continuing in George Square, under the auspices of the Glasgow City Council… [Read more]
2022 Carols for Peace Poster FinalCarols for Peace 2022 Sunday 11th December 2022 at 3.00pmHosted by Glasgow City… [Read more]
There felt a special buzz around the Mass of Chrism as it returned after Covid lockdown. Perhaps we all paid… [Read more]
It felt so good to see the numbers who had, in spite of the various Covid lockdowns and interruptions, made… [Read more]
Ps 115 commentary for Holy Thursday by Dr Noel Donnelly. 115 Psalm 115 Commentary[1242]… [Read more]
After a great start to our Advent celebrations, it became obvious that we would not be able to hold the… [Read more]
The season of joyful anticipation continued on 1 December with the blessing of the crib in George Square, organised by… [Read more]
Carols for Peace at 7.00 in St Leo’s Church , 5 Beech Avenue, Glasgow G41 5BY Sunday 5th Dec 2021 … [Read more]
We have been singing hymns at the start of Mass ever since the vernacular liturgy was introduced after the 2nd… [Read more]
Music for Mass May 17
Acknowledgements: music of Veni, Veni, of Sanctus, Ps 68 and Doxology: (c) Gerry Fitzpatrick. Ps… [Read more]
music for Mass of Ascension
The music for Mass of Ascension Introit: I will not… [Read more]