Bartolomé de las Casas (1484-1566) was a Spanish Dominican friar who, shocked by human rights violations he saw in Central and South America, spent most of his life in an unpopular fight for better conditions for indigenous and enslaved people in the New World. One of his major works, A Short Account of the Destruction of the Indies, helped lead to reform in how these people were treated. His life still provides an example of Catholic social teaching in action, and shows the need for us to stand up today for defenseless victims at all stages of life.

Instrumentation: Voice, guitar, bass
Duration: 1’

This movie is a small sampling of the musical "FAUSTINA" by Stephen DeCesare which is based on the real story of St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy. This was a small concept performance of the actual musical. For more information on this show and obtaining performance rights, contact www.mtapublishing.com Separate pieces from this show are also available at: sheetmusicplus.com * jwpepper.com * musicaneo.com

Salmo Responsorial para Domingo 29 Ordinario, Ciclo C. Salmo 120 - El auxilio me viene del Señor. 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.

https://insong.org/product/domingo-29-ordinario-c-salmo-120-el-auxilio-me-viene-del-senor/

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Tender setting based on Psalm 121 that is scored for a variety of arrangements. Accessible and appropriate for any church setting. Can be used many times throughout the liturgical year.

Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com and jwpepper.com

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UPDATED... 2025-10-15 00:58

Changed Hug You, Love you...etc 
to
With you, Love you, Your joy I'll be.

Also, I toned down the singing a little on the last line.

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Here I present a lyrics update to the pro-life song, "Small Space, No Face".

Small space, no face, with you Im here,
Take form, so warm, Soon I will hear
Grow feet, heart beat, I’m just like you,
My face, In place, I love you too.

My wall, so small, Inside I hide
Touch you, press you, Feel me inside, 

A powerful hymn inspired by John 3:13–17, “Lifted for Love” reflects on the saving mission of Christ, lifted on the cross so the world might believe. With poetic imagery and a timeless message of grace, this hymn is ideal for Lent, Holy Cross observances, or moments of deep reflection on God's love. Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com, musicaneo.com and jwpepper.com

Instrumentation: SATB chorus, brass quintet
Duration: 2’30”

G                                               Cm13
You might see Him through the window
G                               Cm13
Wandering around in the cold

Responsorial Psalm for the 19th of October 2025, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C

Offertory Hymn
 

The traditional Advent hymn now has a fresh, Contemporary Christian/Praise and Worship melody and is scored for a variety of arrangements. Accessible and appropriate for any church or concert setting. Sheet music is available on sheetmusicplus.com, musicnotes.com and jwpepper.com

I have always liked this song, but I did not realise that it was composed by a priest in India.

Rev Father Aniceto Nazareth from the archidioce of Mumbai composed this song as part of his repertoire in saying masses at his local diocese.

Fr Nazareth did  not have a formal training in music. His colleagues attested that his talents in composition emanated from his strong interest in music and the desire to use highly suitable and affective tunes at different parts of the Eucharist.

He died in 2021.

This is my rendition of Fr Nazareth's beautiful hymn.

 

Responsorial Psalms 97 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

 

Responsorial Psalm 97(98):1-4 for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C - WORDS + CHORDS

Key of Bb

Capo 3

                              G               Em      C        D                     G        Em   C   D

Response - The Lord has shown His salvation to the nations.

 

 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                     Dsus4   D

have brought salvation.

 

                              G               Em      C        D                     G        Em   C   D

Response - The Lord has shown His salvation to the nations.

1) Deep in the subway night
We heard a baby’s  cry    
With bombs blasting loud above
We heard a mothers lullaby
Sweet and full of love
Grace falling on all of us

2) We all joined her love song
And through her love we became strong
By a baby’s loud cry
And a mom’s sweet lullaby