Mary in the Spring

Mary in Song

Sacred music tells us the traditional character of a culture. It’s important for participants to learn about the message within the song. In addition to sharing/leading children and adults in song, provide some information about the song as well. Select from some of the following examples.

"The Summons"
Theme: The song calls to would-be followers of Jesus. It asks that if we are called by name, will we be able to follow Jesus through difficult times as well as happy ones?
BLEST ARE WE Music CD 5
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ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36656-5

"I Say 'Yes,' Lord/ Digo 'Si,' Señor"
Theme: Mary was able to say "yes" when asked to be the Mother of the Savior. The song reflects our commitment, our "yes."
BLEST ARE WE Music CD 6

ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36657-3

BLEST ARE WE Song Book
Words and melody for grades 1-8

ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36617-4

BLEST ARE WE Accompaniment Book
Contains accompaniment music for grades 1-8

ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36618-2

"Immaculate Mary," "Amazing Grace"
Seasonal Celebrations Music CD

Selections of liturgical music from Gather Comprehensive, Second Edition.

ORDER NUMBER: 1-5999-325-7

"Hail Mary: Gentle Woman"
Theme: The hymn speaks of Mary's special calling. It notes her gentleness throughout all her experiences, and asks her to teach us how to be gentle and loving.
Carey Landry

Available through OCP Publications

"Sing of Mary, Meek and Lowly"
Theme: Mary's gentle nature is applauded. The song praises not only Mary, but also her son, Jesus.
Richard Proulx

Available through GIA Publications

"God Has Chosen Me"
Theme: Mary is not mentioned in this hymn but the message centers on her "Magnificat." It speaks of being chosen so that one might remove oppression and fears, and bring good news to the poor.
Bernadette Farrell

Available through OCP Publications

"Magnificat"
Theme: Here is Mary's own prayer of praise, uttered to her cousin Elizabeth after Mary had agreed to become Jesus' mother. It sets Luke's report of her prayer (Lk 1:46-55) to music.
Bernadette Farrell

Available through OCP Publications