On Tuesday evening, I played for a charismatic "Healing and Hope" mass for the Archdiocese of Hartford. For those unfamiliar with such liturgies, it is an opportunity to incorporate the dynamic elements in an informal prayer gathering with a formal Catholic liturgy, oftentimes with tremendous results.

It's always thrilling for me to play these masses, because it gives me the freedom to do what I love to do best--lead congregations with a mixture of contemporary and traditional worship songs. I believe wholeheartedly that the elements from these types of songs complement each other--a traditional liturgy has solemnity and reverence, whereas the music from contemporary praise choruses have a personal, vibrant quality. The former emphasizes God is Holy, and the latter emphasizes God is closer than your best friend. Both are needed.

Being the season of Advent, I focused my song selection with laser-like precision to focus on Advent themes: particularly the expectancy of Jesus' imminent return. Choosing songs that stayed true to the Advent season, while being appropriate for... 

Duerme, Niño, Duerme will be released on a wonderfully diverse Christmas album by Fetal Records called "A Colorful Christmas" in late October, 2015. Watch here for links to iTunes, CDBaby, Amazon Music and Spotify. You may preview the song from this page.

Digital download of the album is available now, direct from Fetal Records.

A Colorful Christmas is a collection of Christmas songs, original and covers, in multiple genres by a diverse group of passionate and inspiring artists with different backgrounds. Featuring Internationally known bluesman Charlie Sayles, Tony Fazio, Scott Taylor, Richard Schletty, Greg Phillips, Subsidiarity, Law & Order, Ken Wenzel, and Jane Kraemer. “If you build it, they will come.” And so they came and came in force. Twelve originals and six traditional covers.

Duerme, Niño, Duerme (Spanish for Sleep, Baby, Sleep) is a collaboration with my brother Chris who dreamt this song and with André van Haren (www.andrevanharen.com) who did the orchestral arrangement. Sheet music from simple to orchestral arrangements is available upon request. 

See English version of this song here: https://www.topcatholicsongs.com/sleep-baby-sleep

SPANISH: Duerme, niño, duerme la noche es magica. Duerme, niño, duerme que tu madre te abraza. Criatura, tan pequena, Echado en tan simple cuna. Duerme, niño, duerme. Los angeles te guardan.

ENGLISH: Sleep, Baby, sleep  on this magic night.  Sleep, Baby, sleep  while Mother holds you tight.  Little baby, so so small,  lying in that humble stall.  So sleep, Baby, sleep  while angels watch they keep.

Salmo Responsorial para Domingo 3 Adviento, Ciclo A. Salmo 145 - Ven, Señor, a salvarnos

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Music © 2019, Anthony Moran, https://insong.org

Originally published December 10, 2019.

“The Road to the Cross” A Holy Week reflection told through the voices of those who met Christ along the Via Dolorosa — Mary, Simon of Cyrene, Veronica, and the Women of Jerusalem. Each verse reveals a different face of love, fear, and faith as the Son of God carries the Cross toward Calvary. This is not a retelling — it’s a confession from the road itself. Perfect for: Lent, Good Friday, Stations of the Cross, and Passion presentations.

 

Responsorial Psalm 145(146):6-10 for the 3rd Sunday in Advent, Year A - WORDS + CHORDS

Key of Am

 

                      Am      Em            Am          C         G              Am     

Response - Come, Lord, and save us. Come, Lord, and save us.

 

               Dm                       G           Am

It is the Lord who keeps faith for ever,

            Dm          Em                         Am

who is just to those who are oppressed.

       Dm                     G                   Am

It is He who gives bread to the hungry,

        Bb                        Em          Am

the Lord, who sets prisoners free.

 

                      Am      Em            Am          C         G              Am     

Response - Come, Lord, and save us. Come, Lord, and save us.

“Baptized in Glory” — A meditative hymn inspired by Matthew 3:13–17, celebrating the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan. Through vivid imagery and reverent poetry, the song reflects on the Father’s voice, the Spirit’s descent, and the Son’s humble obedience that reveals divine love to the world. Perfect for liturgies marking The Baptism of the Lord, Epiphany, or any celebration of renewal in the Spirit.

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/WkJ5MrAEwb8

Salmo Responsorial para Diciembre 12. La Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe - Salmo Judith 13 - Tú eres la honra de nuestro pueblo. Descarga gratuita de partituras en el siguiente enlace. Todos los versos del salmo están disponibles. / Free download of sheet music at the following link. All the psalm verses are available.

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Originally published 12/7/2019

This poem by Mary Dixon Thayer was sometimes recited by Bp. Fulton Sheen.
https://www.catholictradition.org/Mary/lady.htm

I have been able to find two different melodies. One melody is set to the tune of "Glorification" which is taken from Gossner's "Choralbuch" Leipsig, 1832,  a German Melody. 

The other melody is by Marie A. d'Invilliers otherwise known as Sister Camille Marie, R.S.M., a religious Sister of Mercy. 
https://scholarsjunction.msstate.edu/cht-sheet-music/6397/
however the complete score is not available due to copyright restrictions. So I'm following up with the university. 


While doing my research I came across a recording by the Ames Brothers on youTube. 

Shine Through Me — A new hymn inspired by Matthew 5:13–16: “You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world.” This piece is a heartfelt prayer for Christ’s light to burn within us and shine through our lives, transforming darkness with grace and love. Suitable for parish liturgy, adoration, or quiet moments of reflection. Lyrics highlight: “Your truth, Your love, Your living word— Shine through the world through me.”

Instrumentation: Voice, guitar
Duration: 1’30”

A♭       C  D     G
When it   gets tough
A♭       C  D     G
We call out to You
D♭  F  G C
So far a-bove
A♭ C  D     G
Save         us

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A new poem about the first Christmas in the style of Clement Clark Moore's "'Twas The Night Before Christmas" is interspersed with "Silent Night". This harmonically lush version of "Silent Night" starts off as a tender 4/4 ballad then progresses to the a lullaby-like 6/8 for the second verse to a glorious 3/4 finale.

A gentle hymn inspired by the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:5). It invites the soul into stillness — to pause, to pray, and to listen to Him. Ideal for reflection, prayer services, and Communion meditation. “This is My Son, the voice you hear, When silence falls and hearts grow dim; When all is lost, yet God is near— Be still… and listen to Him.”

A gentle reminder that God meets us in every moment. “Day by Day” speaks to the quiet strength He gives, the peace He offers in our trials, and the promise that His mercy is renewed with each passing hour. This hymn invites us to trust the Father’s loving care, take each day as it comes, and walk toward the hope He has prepared for us. May these words bring calm, encouragement, and the certainty that you never walk alone.

A gentle meditation on the timeless hymn Of the Father’s Love Begotten, reflecting on Christ’s eternal nature, His blessed birth, the worship of Heaven, and the glory of the Holy Trinity. Perfect for Advent, Christmas, and prayerful reflection throughout the season.

 

Responsorial Psalm 97(98):1-4 for the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Key of Bb

Capo 3

 

                   C       D                      G    D   C                     G

Response - Sing a new song to the Lord for He has worked wonders.

 

 C         D                            G

Sing a new song to the Lord

 C    D                          G

for He has worked wonders.

        C       D                      G   Em

His right hand and His holy arm

  C         D                   G   C  G

have brought salvation.

 

                   C       D                      G    D   C                     G

Response - Sing a new song to the Lord for He has worked wonders.

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/BPM706KrsQE

My Soul In Stillness Waits, a song for Advent.
For you, O Lord, my soul in stillness waits, truly my hope is in you.

Voice, guitar and videography: Richard Schletty, https://schlettysound.com
Text: Psalm 95 and "O" Antiphons; Marty Haugen, b.1950 
Tune: Marty Haugen, b.1950
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