Saint’s Day Hymn
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O Wisdom, Light That Does Not Fade (NDH-0376)
A quiet All Saints hymn for the weary, the unseen, and those who walk beyond labels. Continue reading
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Beside Victoria’s broad expanse (NDH-0370)
A hymn inspired by today’s Mass at St George’s, Belfast, remembering Bishop James Hannington and his companions, with a reflection on pilgrimage, faithful witness, and the communion of saints. Continue reading
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Heron. Curlew. Peace. – “By the Shannon’s flowing waters” (Double Common Metre)
A congregational hymn inspired by St Munchin, Limerick’s patron, who exemplifies quiet community building, hospitality, and steady faith, inspiring love and welcome in ordinary places. Continue reading
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Glory. Courage. Year’s‑End: A Hymn for St Sylvester’s Day – “O Christ, the Light of every year” (Common Metre)
A hymn for St Sylvester’s Day — the quiet hinge between year’s-end and Christmastide light. In the glow of Bethlehem and the steadiness of pastoral care, we find courage for the turning of time. With new words for old paths, this post honours the holiness of showing up, even in storm-tossed days. Continue reading
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Sorrow. Mercy. Peace: A hymn for the Holy Innocents — “Christ, whose star still burns with mercy” (87 87 87)
One star. One silence. One prayer. On the fourth day of Christmas, we remember the Holy Innocents—children lost to violence, grief held in the heart of the season. This hymn is a quiet offering: a song for mercy, healing, and the fragile hope that still flickers in the dark. Continue reading
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Eagle. Word. Friend: A hymn for St John the Evangelist – “O Word of God, in darkness born” (CM)
A small gift for St John’s Day: a new hymn for our patron, inspired by the Beloved Disciple and shaped by the familiar strains of St Columba and Ballerma. Continue reading