This hymn deeply reflects on Mary's suffering as she stood beneath the cross of Jesus, sharing in His agony. The lyrics invoke her as the Mother of Sorrows, calling for her intercession in our own struggles, while emphasizing her deep connection to Jesus' sacrifice. Each verse highlights a moment of Mary's grief during the Passion, from witnessing her Son's rejection to the piercing of her heart as she experienced the depth of His suffering. The hymn honors Mary as the Queen of Martyrs, inviting us to ask for the grace to share in the sorrows of Christ and to draw closer to Him in our own pain. This song invites the faithful to meditate on Mary's role as both the mother and the suffering witness of Jesus' redemptive love.
Engagée dans la diffusion de la musique catholique, je cherche à partager des chants pour contribuer à l’œuvre d’évangélisation selon mes humbles moyens. Que Dieu veille sur chacun de nous !
I've written a Mass setting, got it approved by the USCCB, several psalm settings, and a couple years of gospel acclamation verses. Looking for a place to publish my works.
As a Catholic songwriter and singer myself, I want to contribute to the community and receive info on how to promote good Catholic songs to a wide audiences.
I am Catholic and a piano teacher. The Catholic Church has the most beautiful treasury of hymns.
I want my students to study hymns. Also, I want to memorize the words of some of the hymns that are in Latin and having access to the sheet music will help with that. Thank you.
I'm a music director at a Cathedral and a composer. I would love to hear other composers, music, ideas, etc. Additionally, I'd like to share my own music.
I am searching for a hymn sung on line in Canada - when I am confined to home and watch mass. I am a piano player for many years and would like to find the musical score.
I have written and recorded about 70 songs over the last two decades. I would like to share them with a larger audience. Thank you and God bless your work Ron St Martin