I believe in God
The father almighty
I believe in Jesus Christ
Oh! I believe in the Holy Spirit
I believe, Yes I do!
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Nso, Nso Nso ( Bass: Nso, Nso)
Nso, Nso Nso
Osebruwa, I di nso
Osebruwa, Chukwu nk’ igwe ndi agha
ebube gi juputara Eluigwe n’uwa ……
This is Sanctus written in Igbo language
Nso nso nso
Osebul’ uwa Chineke igwe ndo agha
Ebube gi juputara Enuigwe n’ala
Hossana! Hossana!! Hossana!!!
Hossana n’elu kach’elu
This is Sanctus (Holy Holy) in Igbo language. A very soulful piece.
Sanctus! Sanctus!!
Dominus Deus Sabaoth
Dominus Deus Sabaoth
Pleni sunct Caeli e’terra Gloria ……
THE SEASON OF LENT is a time for the preparation for the celebration of Easter. The liturgy prepares the catechumens for the celebration of the Paschal mystery by the various stages of Christian initiation; it also prepares the faithful, who recall their baptism and do penance in preparation for Easter (LYGN27).
The beginning of Lent is marked with the blessing and imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday or, for pastoral reasons, on the First Sunday of Lent. The act of putting on ashes symbolizes our fragility and mortality as well as our need to be redeemed by the mercy of God.
DURING LENT, ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ACCLAMATIONS IS USED INSTEAD OF ALLELUIA AS A RESPONSE TO THE VERSE BEFORE THE GOSPEL
Glory and praise to you, O Christ.
Glory to you, O Christ, Wisdom of God the Father.
Glory to you, O Christ, Word of God.
Glory to you, O Christ, Son of the living God.
Praise and honour to you, Lord Jesus.
Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory.
Great and wonderful are your works, O Lord.
Salvation, glory, and power belong to the Lord Jesus Christ.
ENTRANCE ANTIPHON Wisdom 11:24.25.27
You are merciful to all, O Lord, and despise nothing that you have made. You overlook the sins of man, to bring him to repentance, for you are the Lord our God.
The Penitential Act is omitted, and the Distribution of Ashes takes its place.
FIRST READING
“Tear your hearts and not your garments.”
A reading from the Book of the Prophet Joel 2:12-18
RESPONSORIAL PSALM Ps 51:3-4.5-6ab.12- 13.14 and 17 (R. cf. 3a)
R/. Have mercy, O Lord, for we have sinned.
Have mercy on me, O God,
according to your merciful love;
according to your great compassion,
blot out my transgressions.
Wash me completely from my iniquity,
And cleanse me from my sin. R/.
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My transgressions, truly I know them;
my sin is always before me.
Against you, you alone, have I sinned;
what is evil in your sight I have done. R/.
R/. Have mercy, O Lord, for we have sinned.
Create a pure heart for me, O God;
Renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Do not cast me away from your presence;
take not your holy spirit from me. R/.
Restore in me the joy of your salvation;
Sustain in me a willing spirit.
O Lord, open my lips
And my mouth shall proclaim your praise. R/.
SECOND READING
“Be reconciled to God. Behold, now is the acceptable time. ”
A reading from the second Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinthians, (2 Corinthians 5:20, 6:2)
Glory and praise to you, O Christ.
Today, harden not your hearts, but listen to the voice of the Lord.
Glory and praise to you, O Christ.
GOSPEL
“Your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew (Matthew 6: 1-6, 16- 18)
ENTRANCE
OFFERTORY
COMMUNION
DISMISSAL(6-7)/DISTRIBUTION OF ASHES(1-5)
Courtesy……..Songs Selection Committee of LAMCOM (Lagos Archdiocesan Music Commission)
THEME OF THE SUNDAY
The Christian Is Salt and Light. The theme of the Sunday is contained in the two parables of the gospel. The figure of light is given more importance than that of salt and, in fact, the first reading refers also to the theme of light. The second reading is related to this theme. Paul states that good works are the sign of the presence of the Spirit. They are the concrete proofs of the truth of the beliefs proclaimed by Christians.
FIRST READING
Your light shall break forth like the dawnA reading from the Book of Isaiah (58:7-10).
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
Psalm 1 1 2: 4-5. 6-7. 8a and 9 (R.4a)
R/. A light rises in the darkness for the upright.
A light rises in the darkness for the upright; he is generous, merciful and just.It goes well for the man who deals generously and lends, who conducts his affairs with justice. R/.
He will never be moved;forever shall the just be remembered. He has no fear of evil news;with a firm heart, he trusts in the Lord. R/.
With a steadfast heart he will not fear. Open-handed, he gives to the poor; his justice stands firm forever.His might shall be exalted in glory. R/.
SECOND READING
“I have told you of the mystery of Christ crucified.”A reading from the first Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinthians: (1 Corinthians 2:1-5).
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION John 8:12
Alleluia.
I am the light of the world, says the Lord; he who follows me will have the light of life. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
“You are the light of the world.”A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew (Matthew 5: 13-16).
ENTRANCE
1. Laudate Dominum
2. Christ be our light
3. Shalom
4. O God thy people gather CHB 24
5. Lee’m Dinwenum
6. Awa Made
7. Mo More
OFFERTORY
1. Come God’s children (CHB)
2. Children of the Lord
3. Bring them to the Lord
4. Why can’t you say thank you?
5. All man’s labour CHB
6. Oludumare Gbebowa
7. Gbore wa oh
COMMUNION
1. O esca viatorum CHB 329
2. Lead Kindly Light (CHB 242)
3. Instrument of peace
4. Whatsoever you do (CHB 124)
5. The light of the world is Jesus
6. Ife chukwu
7. Anima Christi
DISMISSAL
1. Light of Christ (CHB 138)
2. There’s a call (CHB 118)
3. Go in peace
4. Where he leads, I follow
5. Kabiyesi
Compiled by
I.E Citadel Okonkwo
Courtesy:
DIRECTORATE OF LAGOS ARCHDIOCESAN MUSIC COMMISSION (LAMCOM)
Original parts of Mass compositions dedicated to the life and Death of Chukwuemeka Michael Afubero (1994 – 2020)
A young man filled with life, love and hope despite the immense challenges which surrounded him and his family. He was loved by all around him because of his infectious happy nature and and he fought his challenges head on with love in his heart and praise of God in his lips.
Original parts of Mass compositions dedicated to the life and Death of Chukwuemeka Michael Afubero (1994 – 2020)
A young man filled with life, love and hope despite the immense challenges which surrounded him and his family. He was loved by all around him because of his infectious happy nature and and he fought his challenges head on with love in his heart and praise of God in his lips.
THEME: GODS JUDGEMENT
FIRST READING
The wrath and compassion of God are shown in the exile and liberation of his people.
A reading from the second Book of Chronicles (2 Chronicles 36:14-16.1923)
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
R/. O let my tongue cleave to my palate if I remember you not.
SECOND READING
When we were dead through our trespasses, we were saved by grace.”
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians (Ephesians 2:4-10)
VERSE BEFORE THE GOSPEL
John 3: 16
Glory and praise to you, O Christ. God do loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should have eternal life. Glory and praise to you, O Christ.
GOSPEL
God sent the Son that the World might be saved through him”
A reading from the holy Gospel according to John (John 3:14-21)
ENTRANCE HYMNS
1. Praise my soul, the king of heaven (CHB27)
2. (CHB 191) All you who seek a comfort sure
3. Stand up, Stand up for Jesus (CHB 35)
4 Christ be our light.
5 O God thy people gather (CHB 24)
OFFERTORY
COMMUNION
DISMISSAL
Approved by Director, LAMCOM Lagos Arch Diocese. Lagos State
READINGS
First: Genesis 22:1-2, 9-13, 15-18
God tests Abraham by asking him to sacrifice Issac … Abraham offers, but God provides a substitute at the last minute, and showers blessings on Abraham for not refusing.
Psalm: 115
Second: Romans 8:31-34
With God on our side who can be against us … since God did not spare his only son, we may be certain that he will not refuse us.
Gospel: Mark 9:2-10
The Transfiguration – a voice from the cloud said “This is my Son the Beloved, listen to him”
THEMES
SUGGESTED HYMNS
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