May 2013
Thursday Music #39
May 30, 2013
When was the last time you felt a great sense of gratitude before God? Are your prayers filled with thanksgiving and praise, or full of petitions?
There are times when we have so much on our plates that we fail to see and realize that we have a God who is faithful, who leads us to goodness, who never forgets and whose grace is truly more than enough for us.
Take a few moments to reflect on God’s presence and grace in your life. Let the song, “Your Grace is Enough” by Matt Maher lead you in a prayer of thanksgiving and self-surrender, believing that the Lord is a God of love, graciousness and generosity.
We hope that you can say: "Lord, your grace is enough for me!" May you be able to utter these words with full trust in God's care and mercy and gratitude for all the experiences that come your way.
Have a grace-filled Thursday!
Video courtesy of Jeremy Signorelli.
When was the last time you felt a great sense of gratitude before God? Are your prayers filled with thanksgiving and praise, or full of petitions?
There are times when we have so much on our plates that we fail to see and realize that we have a God who is faithful, who leads us to goodness, who never forgets and whose grace is truly more than enough for us.
Take a few moments to reflect on God’s presence and grace in your life. Let the song, “Your Grace is Enough” by Matt Maher lead you in a prayer of thanksgiving and self-surrender, believing that the Lord is a God of love, graciousness and generosity.
We hope that you can say: "Lord, your grace is enough for me!" May you be able to utter these words with full trust in God's care and mercy and gratitude for all the experiences that come your way.
Have a grace-filled Thursday!
Video courtesy of Jeremy Signorelli.
Tuesday PraySing #38
May 28, 2013
Today we are sharing the music sheet 'When we eat this Bread', one of the three memorial acclamations for the New Roman Missal written by Tinnah dela Rosa. This song uses a joyful and lively tune especially composed for the Revised Roman Missal.
Please click on the picture or download here to save the high resolution pdf file. The full version with choir parts and chords may be found in the Gaudium Mass songbook.
Below are the new texts of the new Memorial Acclamations (changes in bold fonts)-
A - We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
or
B — When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup,
we proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again.
or
C — Save us, Savior of the world,
for by your Cross and Resurrection, you have set us free
To read more about the changes in the Memorial Acclamations, please go to ocp.org's document on the Mystery of Faith.
Today we are sharing the music sheet 'When we eat this Bread', one of the three memorial acclamations for the New Roman Missal written by Tinnah dela Rosa. This song uses a joyful and lively tune especially composed for the Revised Roman Missal.
Please click on the picture or download here to save the high resolution pdf file. The full version with choir parts and chords may be found in the Gaudium Mass songbook.
Below are the new texts of the new Memorial Acclamations (changes in bold fonts)-
A - We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
or
B — When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup,
we proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again.
or
C — Save us, Savior of the world,
for by your Cross and Resurrection, you have set us free
To read more about the changes in the Memorial Acclamations, please go to ocp.org's document on the Mystery of Faith.
Sunday Psalm #38
May 26, 2013
You are a priest forever
Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
June 2, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (June 2, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4
R. (4b) You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The LORD said to my Lord: "Sit at my right hand
till I make your enemies your footstool."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The scepter of your power the LORD will stretch forth from Zion:
"Rule in the midst of your enemies."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
"Yours is princely power in the day of your birth, in holy splendor;
before the daystar, like the dew, I have begotten you."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The LORD has sworn, and he will not repent:
"You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
You are a priest forever
Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
June 2, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (June 2, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4
R. (4b) You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The LORD said to my Lord: "Sit at my right hand
till I make your enemies your footstool."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The scepter of your power the LORD will stretch forth from Zion:
"Rule in the midst of your enemies."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
"Yours is princely power in the day of your birth, in holy splendor;
before the daystar, like the dew, I have begotten you."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
The LORD has sworn, and he will not repent:
"You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek."
R. You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek.
Thursday Music #38
May 23, 2013
Have you ever felt left out? Did you ever have issues with belonging? Have you ever gone “hungry from birth” for physical nourishment or for something that physical food will not satisfy? Recall these moments.
No matter how disadvantaged you may have felt during those moments, remember that you are never alone. Many have traveled roads such as yours, including Jesus himself. These experiences may leave strong feelings of marginalization that may drive you inward, especially if certain feelings of anger and resentment fester within you. But perhaps they could also be an invitation to use these experiences of being marginalized to journey with those who are also outcasts, poor and downtrod... to journey with them and give them strength.
As you pray with the song, "God Help The Outcasts" from the movie The Hunchback of Notre Dame, ask the Lord for the grace to welcome others as he welcomed them, to recognize those very people whom society treats as anonymous, and to honor them with the dignity they deserve. Finally, pray for the ability to remember that they are also children of God.
May God help the outcasts...
Video courtesy of Holy007.
Have you ever felt left out? Did you ever have issues with belonging? Have you ever gone “hungry from birth” for physical nourishment or for something that physical food will not satisfy? Recall these moments.
No matter how disadvantaged you may have felt during those moments, remember that you are never alone. Many have traveled roads such as yours, including Jesus himself. These experiences may leave strong feelings of marginalization that may drive you inward, especially if certain feelings of anger and resentment fester within you. But perhaps they could also be an invitation to use these experiences of being marginalized to journey with those who are also outcasts, poor and downtrod... to journey with them and give them strength.
As you pray with the song, "God Help The Outcasts" from the movie The Hunchback of Notre Dame, ask the Lord for the grace to welcome others as he welcomed them, to recognize those very people whom society treats as anonymous, and to honor them with the dignity they deserve. Finally, pray for the ability to remember that they are also children of God.
May God help the outcasts...
Video courtesy of Holy007.
Tuesday PraySing #37
May 21, 2013
Today we are sharing the music sheet 'We Proclaim Your Death', one of the three memorial acclamations for the New Roman Missal written by Tinnah dela Rosa. This song uses a joyful and lively tune especially composed for the Revised Roman Missal.
Please click on the picture or download here to save the high resolution pdf file. The full version with choir parts and chords may be found in the Gaudium Mass songbook.
Below are the new texts of the new Memorial Acclamations (changes in bold fonts)-
A - We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
or
B — When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup,
we proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again.
or
C — Save us, Savior of the world,
for by your Cross and Resurrection, you have set us free
To read more about the changes in the Memorial Acclamations, please go to ocp.org's document on the Mystery of Faith.
Today we are sharing the music sheet 'We Proclaim Your Death', one of the three memorial acclamations for the New Roman Missal written by Tinnah dela Rosa. This song uses a joyful and lively tune especially composed for the Revised Roman Missal.
Please click on the picture or download here to save the high resolution pdf file. The full version with choir parts and chords may be found in the Gaudium Mass songbook.
Below are the new texts of the new Memorial Acclamations (changes in bold fonts)-
A - We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again.
or
B — When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup,
we proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again.
or
C — Save us, Savior of the world,
for by your Cross and Resurrection, you have set us free
To read more about the changes in the Memorial Acclamations, please go to ocp.org's document on the Mystery of Faith.
Sunday Psalm #37
May 19, 2013
How wonderful your name
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
May 26, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 26, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9
R. (2a) O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
When I behold your heavens, the work of your fingers,
the moon and the stars which you set in place --
What is man that you should be mindful of him,
or the son of man that you should care for him?
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
You have made him little less than the angels,
and crowned him with glory and honor.
You have given him rule over the works of your hands,
putting all things under his feet:
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
All sheep and oxen,
yes, and the beasts of the field,
The birds of the air, the fishes of the sea,
and whatever swims the paths of the seas.
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
How wonderful your name
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
May 26, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 26, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9
R. (2a) O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
When I behold your heavens, the work of your fingers,
the moon and the stars which you set in place --
What is man that you should be mindful of him,
or the son of man that you should care for him?
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
You have made him little less than the angels,
and crowned him with glory and honor.
You have given him rule over the works of your hands,
putting all things under his feet:
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
All sheep and oxen,
yes, and the beasts of the field,
The birds of the air, the fishes of the sea,
and whatever swims the paths of the seas.
R. O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!
Thursday Music #37
May 16, 2013
Have you ever experienced feeling empty or unsatisfied even when you seem to have everything?
Sometimes we are surrounded by people we love or have enough financial resources and yet still feel like there is something missing. Or sometimes we are put in positions of honor or power yet deep within some of us still experience an emptiness or a void that cannot be satisfied.
Have you tried letting go and letting God fill that void inside you?
As you prayerfully listen to Gary Valenciano's song "Letting Go," we hope you can find time to lift up to the Lord your feelings of emptiness. If there are things that worry you, try to cast your cares and burdens unto the Lord and let Him hold your hand. Spend some time in prayerful silence to allow the Lord to fill your emptiness with His love.
Video courtesy of ThruLifeProd.
Have you ever experienced feeling empty or unsatisfied even when you seem to have everything?
Sometimes we are surrounded by people we love or have enough financial resources and yet still feel like there is something missing. Or sometimes we are put in positions of honor or power yet deep within some of us still experience an emptiness or a void that cannot be satisfied.
Have you tried letting go and letting God fill that void inside you?
As you prayerfully listen to Gary Valenciano's song "Letting Go," we hope you can find time to lift up to the Lord your feelings of emptiness. If there are things that worry you, try to cast your cares and burdens unto the Lord and let Him hold your hand. Spend some time in prayerful silence to allow the Lord to fill your emptiness with His love.
Video courtesy of ThruLifeProd.
Tuesday PraySing #36
May 14, 2013
How well do you know the youth that you are leading in prayer?
Our PraySing material for today is a journal article that can help youth ministers, teachers, and catechists re-discover the youth that we are leading towards God. This article entitled "Perspectives on Evangelizing the Youth Using Music and Dance" is published by MST Review in 2011.
Fernando P. Guillen, Sch.P. writes in the MST Review:
"Ms. Tinnah M. dela Rosa talks about evangelizing the youth through music and dance. In this article, she presents a summary of her thesis "Practical, Inculturated and Integrated Liturgies for the Spiritual Exercises" (2010) at the Asian Institute for Liturgy and Music (AILM). Her article tackles all the aspects of the topic. She does not forget the teaching of the Church (Evangelii Nuntiandi) and the biblical basis of evangelization according to the General Directory for Catechesis. She gives special attention to the Asian and Filipino contexts, using Ecclesia in Asia and Ka-Lakbay. Young people in the Philippines are increasingly using the internet technology, which has led to rising patterns of anxiety and moral decay. However, their longings provide cues for evangelization. The section on music and dance covers the anthropological, biblical, liturgical and spiritual aspects, without forgetting stillness. Finally, the applications to evangelization are given according to three luminous principles, both traditional and modern. The article should be useful, not only to campus ministry apostles, but also to all those in parishes and organizations who are trying to put in practice the 'renewed integral evangelization' adopted by the Second Plenary Council of the Philippines (PCP) II." MST Review, 2011, pages 97-122.
How well do you know the youth that you are leading in prayer?
Our PraySing material for today is a journal article that can help youth ministers, teachers, and catechists re-discover the youth that we are leading towards God. This article entitled "Perspectives on Evangelizing the Youth Using Music and Dance" is published by MST Review in 2011.
Fernando P. Guillen, Sch.P. writes in the MST Review:
"Ms. Tinnah M. dela Rosa talks about evangelizing the youth through music and dance. In this article, she presents a summary of her thesis "Practical, Inculturated and Integrated Liturgies for the Spiritual Exercises" (2010) at the Asian Institute for Liturgy and Music (AILM). Her article tackles all the aspects of the topic. She does not forget the teaching of the Church (Evangelii Nuntiandi) and the biblical basis of evangelization according to the General Directory for Catechesis. She gives special attention to the Asian and Filipino contexts, using Ecclesia in Asia and Ka-Lakbay. Young people in the Philippines are increasingly using the internet technology, which has led to rising patterns of anxiety and moral decay. However, their longings provide cues for evangelization. The section on music and dance covers the anthropological, biblical, liturgical and spiritual aspects, without forgetting stillness. Finally, the applications to evangelization are given according to three luminous principles, both traditional and modern. The article should be useful, not only to campus ministry apostles, but also to all those in parishes and organizations who are trying to put in practice the 'renewed integral evangelization' adopted by the Second Plenary Council of the Philippines (PCP) II." MST Review, 2011, pages 97-122.
Sunday Psalm #36
May 12, 2013
Lord, send out your Spirit
Solemnity of Pentecost
May 19, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 19, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34
R. (cf. 30) Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Bless the LORD, O my soul!
O LORD, my God, you are great indeed!
How manifold are your works, O LORD!
the earth is full of your creatures;
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
May the glory of the LORD endure forever;
may the LORD be glad in his works!
Pleasing to him be my theme;
I will be glad in the LORD.
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
If you take away their breath, they perish
and return to their dust.
When you send forth your spirit, they are created,
and you renew the face of the earth.
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Lord, send out your Spirit
Solemnity of Pentecost
May 19, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 19, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34
R. (cf. 30) Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Bless the LORD, O my soul!
O LORD, my God, you are great indeed!
How manifold are your works, O LORD!
the earth is full of your creatures;
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
May the glory of the LORD endure forever;
may the LORD be glad in his works!
Pleasing to him be my theme;
I will be glad in the LORD.
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
If you take away their breath, they perish
and return to their dust.
When you send forth your spirit, they are created,
and you renew the face of the earth.
R. Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Thursday Music #36
May 9, 2013
Are you the type who worries about everything or someone who wants to be in control all the time? What do you do when anxiety fills your world?
“Don’t you worry about anything, instead pray about everything.”— It’s easier said than done, especially when there are countless tasks to be accomplished. Take a moment to ponder on these questions and thoughts.
The peace of God is not an earthly peace, not merely the absence of disturbance, noise or war. It’s a peace that is beyond our understanding and a gift that only God can give.
Whatever burdens or worries you may have at this very moment, lay them down before the Lord and let God’s peace fill your being as you pray with and reflect on the song, “The Peace of God,” by Scripture Lullabies. Ask for the grace of His peace, the very same peace that Christ Jesus has offered and brought to the world.
Have a peaceful Thursday!
Video courtesy of ClothedByGrace
Are you the type who worries about everything or someone who wants to be in control all the time? What do you do when anxiety fills your world?
“Don’t you worry about anything, instead pray about everything.”— It’s easier said than done, especially when there are countless tasks to be accomplished. Take a moment to ponder on these questions and thoughts.
The peace of God is not an earthly peace, not merely the absence of disturbance, noise or war. It’s a peace that is beyond our understanding and a gift that only God can give.
Whatever burdens or worries you may have at this very moment, lay them down before the Lord and let God’s peace fill your being as you pray with and reflect on the song, “The Peace of God,” by Scripture Lullabies. Ask for the grace of His peace, the very same peace that Christ Jesus has offered and brought to the world.
Have a peaceful Thursday!
Video courtesy of ClothedByGrace
Tuesday PraySing # 35
May 7, 2013
Are you still in search of songs for the New Roman Missal? Here's a setting of the song "Holy" using the new text. Learn the melodic line of this choral piece composed by Tinnah dela Rosa by viewing this video.
Below is the new text of the Holy (changes in bold fonts):
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts.
Heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
You may view the music sheet with the melodic line here. The full version with choir parts and chords are available in the Gaudium Mass songbook. To learn more about the Gaudium Mass, please visit http://www.praysingministry.com/new-roman-missal-music.html.
Are you still in search of songs for the New Roman Missal? Here's a setting of the song "Holy" using the new text. Learn the melodic line of this choral piece composed by Tinnah dela Rosa by viewing this video.
Below is the new text of the Holy (changes in bold fonts):
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts.
Heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
You may view the music sheet with the melodic line here. The full version with choir parts and chords are available in the Gaudium Mass songbook. To learn more about the Gaudium Mass, please visit http://www.praysingministry.com/new-roman-missal-music.html.
Sunday Psalm #35
May 5, 2013
God mounts his throne
Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
May 12, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 12, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9
R. (6) God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
All you peoples, clap your hands,
shout to God with cries of gladness,
For the LORD, the Most High, the awesome,
is the great king over all the earth.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
God mounts his throne amid shouts of joy;
the LORD, amid trumpet blasts.
Sing praise to God, sing praise;
sing praise to our king, sing praise.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
For king of all the earth is God;
sing hymns of praise.
God reigns over the nations,
God sits upon his holy throne.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
God mounts his throne
Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
May 12, 2013
The psalm setting for next Sunday is an original composition by Tinnah M. dela Rosa for PraySing Ministry.
Please download the music sheet with a higher resolution here or click on the picture to download the high resolution pdf file.
Click here to view the readings for next Sunday (May 12, 2013) via the US Conference for Catholic Bishops website.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9
R. (6) God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
All you peoples, clap your hands,
shout to God with cries of gladness,
For the LORD, the Most High, the awesome,
is the great king over all the earth.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
God mounts his throne amid shouts of joy;
the LORD, amid trumpet blasts.
Sing praise to God, sing praise;
sing praise to our king, sing praise.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
For king of all the earth is God;
sing hymns of praise.
God reigns over the nations,
God sits upon his holy throne.
R. God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Thursday Music #35
May 2, 2013
Have you ever experienced being so helpless or weak because of life’s challenges? Were there times you felt like giving up or when you thought you were not strong enough to withstand such trials? Recall these experiences and ponder on these questions for a moment.
We don’t have to face such experiences alone. When our will to carry on seems limited, we may turn to our God of strength and compassion, who is always ready to give us a hand and lift us up. We may be in the middle of an assortment of problems or have hit rock bottom, but we must not lose hope - hope in the strength, refuge and salvation of God.
As you pray and reflect on the song, “Strong Enough” by Matthew West, ask not only for the grace to be strong enough to overcome challenges in life but also the humility to come to our Lord just as we are. May we all learn to trust and understand that God is always with us. He is all the strength we will ever need.
Have a blessed Thursday!
Video courtesy of Alexandria K
Have you ever experienced being so helpless or weak because of life’s challenges? Were there times you felt like giving up or when you thought you were not strong enough to withstand such trials? Recall these experiences and ponder on these questions for a moment.
We don’t have to face such experiences alone. When our will to carry on seems limited, we may turn to our God of strength and compassion, who is always ready to give us a hand and lift us up. We may be in the middle of an assortment of problems or have hit rock bottom, but we must not lose hope - hope in the strength, refuge and salvation of God.
As you pray and reflect on the song, “Strong Enough” by Matthew West, ask not only for the grace to be strong enough to overcome challenges in life but also the humility to come to our Lord just as we are. May we all learn to trust and understand that God is always with us. He is all the strength we will ever need.
Have a blessed Thursday!
Video courtesy of Alexandria K