# Catholic Utopia


## Posts

- [All That We Have](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-that-we-have/): All that we have and all that we offer comes from a heart both frightened and free. Take what we bring now and give what we need, all done in his name. Some would rely on their power, others put trust in their gold. Some have only their Saviour, whose faithfulness never grows old. Sometimes the road may be lonesome, often we may lose our way; take courage and always remember love isn’t just for a day.
- [Almighty God, We Offer Thee](https://www.catholicutopia.com/almighty-god-we-offer-thee/): Almighty God, we offer thee our gift thy Son to be, the spotless host on the paten raised, our sins to be erased. Bless our gift, sanctify it, Lord. Grant us thy grace and blessing. The chalice of wine we lift to thee our Saviour’s blood will be. Receive it, Lord, accept us too humble, contrite, true.
- [We Come To Your Feast](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-come-to-your-feast/): We place upon your table a humble loaf of bread: the gift of field and hillside, the grain by which we have fed; we come to taste the presence of him on whom we feed, to strengthen and connect us, to challenge and correct us, to love in word and deed. We come to your feast {2} the young and the old, the frightened, the bold, the greatest and the least. We come to your feast {2} with the fruit of our lands and the work of our hands, we come to your feast. We place upon your table a simple ... Read more
- [Our Gifts Of Bread And Wine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/our-gifts-of-bread-and-wine/): Our gifts of bread and wine, which once were wheat and grape will be your flesh and blood. Receive, O holy Father, almighty eternal God, this spotless sacrificial offering which our people make to you. We offer it for our failings, our countless sins and offences, may it rise before you as a fragrance for our own and the whole world’s salvation.
- [Gifts Of Bread And Wine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gifts-of-bread-and-wine/): Gifts of bread and wine, gifts we have offered, fruits of labour, fruits of love; taken, offered, sanctified, blessed and broken; words of one who died: “Take my body, take my saving blood.” Gifts of bread and wine: Christ our Lord. Christ our Saviour, living presence here as he promised while on earth: “I am with you for all the time, I am with you in this bread and wine.”
- [All That I Am](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-that-i-am/): All that I am, all that I do, all that I will ever have, I offer now to you. All that I dream, all that I pray, all that I will ever make, I give to you today. Take and sanctify these gifts for your honour, Lord. Knowing that I love and serve you is enough reward. All that I am, all that I do, all that I will ever have, I offer now to you. [end]
- [Father, In Whose Life We Live](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-in-whose-life-we-live/): Father, in whose life we live, help your sons prepare to give. Bread and wine soon to become Christ, our sacrificing son: {through Christ we are one. {2} Love surrounds each gift we bring, everyone and everything; for each gifts means we love you and each other in Christ too: {with Christ we are one {2} Many grains are made one bread; many grapes, one wine blood-red; many voices, one strong sign; many branches are one vine; {in Christ we are one. {2}
- [Look Upon Our Offerings](https://www.catholicutopia.com/look-upon-our-offering/): Look upon our offerings, look within our hearts. Lord accept our everything, make us one with you. Here in this Mass, Lord, we find our giving, then in our lives, Lord, you will go on living. What have we to offer you, Lord of heaven and earth? Lord, accept our nothingness, make us on with you.
- [What Can We Offer You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/what-can-we-offer-you/): What can we offer you, Lord our God? How can we worship you as you deserve? We can only offer what our lips do proclaim we can only offer you humble acts of praise. But we offer this with Jesus our brother, Jesus your Son. We join with him, glory to you, O God. What can we offer you, Lord our God? How can we thank you for all that you have done? We can only say it, Lord God, we thank you so. We can only try to live grateful lives, O Lord. But we offer this with Jesus, our ... Read more
- [To You, O Father Above](https://www.catholicutopia.com/to-you-o-father-above/): To you, O Father above, we offer this symbol of love, take our hearts, our lives, all we say and do, make them pure as this bread which we give to you. As our sweat and our tears mingle with the blood of your Son, unite us, Father, make us truely one.
- [On The Paten](https://www.catholicutopia.com/on-the-paten/): On the paten with the host, I offer up my lowly heart. All my life, my deeds, my thoughts, thine shall be as mine thou art. In the chalice let me be, a drop of water mingled there, lost, O Jesus, in thy love, thy great sacrifice I share. All today and every day, O Jesus let me live in thee; so that I no longer live, but that thou mayst live through me.
- [Lord, Make Us Ready](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-make-us-ready/): Lord, make us ready now to share this meal: sign of our life in you. We bring you this food which bears the stain of human toil: this bread, hard-won food of slavery, this bread which brings to mind each meal which men have shared in happiness; Lord, give it power to make us free. We bring you this wine, the fruit of distant smoky hills, this wine, cool and red like evening light, the cause of suffering, yet the drink that makes man’s heart alive and warm: Lord, give it power to make us free.
- [Lift Up Your Hands](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lift-up-your-hands/): Lift up your hands and offer to the Lord, lift up your eyes and see the works of God, lift up your heart unto the heart of God, offer your love with his love to accord. Through your goodness, Lord, we bring gifts of bread and wine, which will soon become for us life-giving food and drink. Take this drop of water too: our humanity. By its mingling make us share in your divinity.
- [Abba Father, Let Us Be Yours](https://www.catholicutopia.com/abba-father-let-us-be-yours/): Abba Father, let us be yours and yours alone. Set our hearts, our spirits free. Make us, Lord, your own. Through your goodness, Lord, we bring bread of our labour and wine to cheer the heart which will soon be filled for us with the life of your Son. Take this drop of water, too, sign of our weakness, yet symbol of our love. By its mingling may we share your divinity.
- [Humbly We Come](https://www.catholicutopia.com/humbly-we-come/): Humbly we come before your face, O Lord: take the gifts we offer you. Humbly we come before your face, O Lord: grant us peace and salvation. Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Thanks to your goodness, here is bread: Bread which our hands have made and earth has given. It will become the bread of life. Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Thanks to your goodness, here is wine: fruit of the vine and work of human hands, O Lord. Wine to become your precious blood.
- [Behold The Bread, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/behold-the-bread-o-lord/): Behold the bread, O Lord, we offer unto you, O take our hearts as well and consecrate them too. Before you, loving Father, let our offering rise, the symbol of a pure and holy sacrifice. O let us be your harvest, Harvester Divine, We offer you the sheaves, Lord, full of grain so fine.
- [What Can We Bring](https://www.catholicutopia.com/what-can-we-bring/): What can we bring to offer as our gift to you, O Lord, O God, as our gift to you? You are full of kindness for your sinful sons, O Lord, O God, for your sinful sons. Father, all that we have, Father, comes from your hands. So we offer you, Jesus, as our holy gift, O Lord, O God, as your holy gift. Take then all of our labour, suffering and pain, O Lord, O God, suffering and pain. Take then beauty and gladness, heart and mind and will, O Lord, O God, heart and mind and will. Bread and ... Read more
- [Blessed Be Our God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/blessed-be-our-god/): Take this bread, gift and work of human hands. Take this wine from this branch of your vine. Take our lives as an offering to you, God of mercy, singing “Blessed be our God!”
- [Accept, Almighty Father](https://www.catholicutopia.com/accept-almighty-father/): Accept, almighty Father, these gifts of bread and wine, which now the priest is offering for us before thy shine; but soon the word will make them his body and his blood, the sacrifice renewing, once offered on the rood. With these, although unworthy, some offering we make, but all we have, thou gavest, then what thou gavest take; our heart, our soul, our senses, we give thro’ Mary’s hands. Who by the cross once standing, now by the altar stands.
- [Bread And Wine We Bring To You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-and-wine-we-bring-to-you/): Bread and wine we bring to you, Lord, work of our human hands. Soon to become your body and blood, Jesus yourself. May all who share this meal divine be one. Humbly we bring ourselves to you, Lord. Take our hearts, take our wills. All that we have and all that we do, we give you: all for you, our Saviour and our God.
- [Blessed Are You, Lord God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/blessed-are-you-lord-god/): Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation. Through your goodness, we have this bread to offer you, which earth has given and human hands have made. It will become for us the Bread of life. Blessed be God for evermore. {3} Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation. Through your goodness, we have this wine to offer you: fruit of the vine, and the work of human hands. It will become for us our drink divine.
- [In Bread, We Bring You, Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-bread-we-bring-you-lord/): In bread, we bring you, Lord, our bodies’ labour. In wine, we offer you our spirits’ grief. We do not ask you, Lord, who is my neighbour? But stand united now, one in belief. O we have gladly heard your Word, your holy Word and now in answer, Lord, our gifts we bring, Our selfish hearts make true, our failing faith renew. Our lives belong to you, our Lord and King. The bread we offer you is blessed and broken, and it becomes for us our spirits’ food. Over the cup we bring, your word is spoken: make it your gift ... Read more
- [Take Thou The Offering](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-thou-the-offering/): Take thou the offering thy children make, all united for thy name’s sake. Heavenly Father, Almighty God, we offer thee this sacrifice. Show to us thy mercy, O Lord, forgive us the sins of all our life. To thee, O Lord, our joys we give, our weariness, our work and woe, the anxious moments that we live; lighten our burden as we go.
- [Bless Now, O Heavenly Father](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bless-now-o-heavenly-father/): Bless now, O heavenly Father, your people gathering round you before your altar bringing our gifts: bread for your broken body, wine for your blood which heals us, and all the love, Lord, of our poor hearts. We, your people, with full hearts we ask you, O take our gifts, Lord, and make them yours. Bless now, O heavenly Father, your people gathered round you, here at this altar offering our gifts. Forgive our human folly, give strength in times of weakness, light for our journey to bring us home.
- [A Gift We Give, Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-gift-we-give-lord/): A gift we give, Lord, a gift we share, in loving deeds, Lord, we are called to dare; the pain it costs us is not in vain, in joy unbounded, we stand to gain. Our life and talents, gifts of love, are freely given from above; we are not our own, can’t live alone, we are born to serve, to love and care. The gift of Abel pleased the Lord, and Abraham was blessed by God; he wants our best, he wants our all, he wants our love to crown it all.
- [Accept, O Father, In Thy Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/accept-o-father-in-thy-love/): Accept, O Father, in thy love these humble gifts of bread and wine, that with ourselves we offer thee, returning gifts already thine. Thy Son, the Victim and the Priest, through human hands doth here renew the perfect Sacrifice of love to render God our worship due. Behold this host and chalice, Lord, to thee on high the gifts we raise; through them may we our honour pay, our adoration, and our praise. No earthly claim to grace is ours save that thy Sacrifice has won; grant then thy grace, fulfil our needs, and may thy will in ours be done.
- [We Offer You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-offer-you/): We offer you, O Lord divine, our humble gifts of bread and wine. We place them on your altar, Lord, today. Make them worthy of your love. Send your blessings from above, sanctify these gifts, O Lord, we pray. O take our hearts, take our minds, take all we have, make them thine. {2} [to end: Make them thine, O Lord, take all we have, O Lord]
- [Lord, Accept This Bread And Wine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-accept-this-bread-and-wine/): Lord, accept this bread and wine; take our hearts and make them thine, take our work and our anxiety, give us life and liberty. Change this bread into your body and this wine into your blood; change our lives, make us united, Lord, to spread the love of Christ, our Lord.
- [We Offer You Bread And Wine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-offer-you-bread-and-wine/): We offer you bread and wine, O Lord, we offer them with our love. We offer our love to you, O Lord, we offer our love to you. We will try to live the way that you want us to, O, Lord. This we offer you. We offer you bread and wine, O Lord, we offer them with our hands. We offer our hands to you, O Lord, we offer our hands to you. We will try to do the work that will spread your kingdom, Lord. This we offer you. We offer you bread and wine, O Lord, we offer ... Read more
- [All Things Are Thine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-things-are-thine/): All things are thine, O Lord: we offer thee what we receive from thy hand. Blessed art thou, O Lord, Israel’s God, for all ages. Thine is the power and glory and splendour. Thou art the ruler, Lord, over the earth and the heavens, only the hand gives greatness and strengthens. Therefore this day, O Lord, praises and thanks do we give thee; thy name be blessed for ever and ever.
- [Come Before The Table](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-before-the-table/): Come before the table of the Lord of hosts with all your lives in your hands. Come now, with hope and with gladness, friends of the risen Christ, all signed with his name; we have heard his word and we know that it’s joyful news. Now let us all draw near to share in his food. Come then, and bring him your sorrows, life is a road clogged with troubles and pain; Jesus was man, man who died but Lord who rose again; join in his saving meal and hope in his name.
- [O God, Thy People Gather](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-god-thy-people-gather/): O God, thy people gather, obedient to thy word, around thy holy altar to praise thy name, O Lord; for all thy loving kindness our grateful hearts we raise; but pardon first the blindness of all our sinful ways. Thou art our loving Father, thou art our holiest Lord, but we have sinned against thee by thoughts and deed and word. Before the court of heaven we stand and humbly pray our sins may be forgiven, our faults be washed away. Though sinful, we implore thee to turn and make us live; that so we may adore thee, and our due ... Read more
- [Gather The People](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gather-the-people/): Gather the people! Enter the Feast! All are invited, the greatest and least. The banquet is ready, now to be shared. Join in the heavenly feast that God has prepared. Around this table we dine as kin, beloved family of God. We share the Body of Christ, the Lord. Here we become what we eat. Around this table we tell great tales, the wondrous stories of grace. We hold the memory of Christ, the Lord. So we become what we eat. Around this table God’s bounty falls on all who hunger and thirst. We drink the fullness of Christ, the Lord. ... Read more
- [How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-lovely-is-your-dwelling-place-o-lord/): How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord. What peace and joy to feel so close to you! Our heart and soul ring out their joy, this morning. We long to meet you, God, the living God! The sparrow even here has found a shelter the shallow by your altars builds a nest. O happy those whose dwelling is your temple, who day by day your praises sing, O Lord. One day within your courts indeed is better, than thousand days elsewhere afar from you, To wait upon the threshold of your temple, is better than to waste our life in ... Read more
- [Joy Was In My Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/joy-was-in-my-heart-2/): Joy was in my heart when I heard the people say: “Let us go up to the temple of the Lord.” And we are at last in the presence of the Lord, Alleluia! Alleluia! The temple of the Lord will never be destroyed; how beautiful and strong it stands. It is here that all will come to praise and worship God, singing songs that fill the heart with joy! May blessings come upon the dwellings of the Lord; to those who love her blessings too. May peace and safety stay within her mighty walls; we revere you, sacred house of God!
- [On We Go To Jerusalem](https://www.catholicutopia.com/on-we-go-to-jerusalem/): On we go to Jerusalem, the city of the house of God. Pilgrim people we seek the Lord, the Lord of the house of rock. Age on age proclaims his praises, each declares him Lord of all. Countless millions sing his glory, answering his pilgrim call. Peace he promised to our fathers in the ancient desert land; peace he offers in abundance to his faithful pilgrim band. All we have is offered to him, as we come to sing his praise. Blessed is the Lord of heaven, mighty God of all our days.
- [You Invite Us To Your Feast](https://www.catholicutopia.com/you-invite-us-to-your-feast/): You invite us to your feast, Lord, and we come to sing your praise, to proclaim your death and rising, and to share this meal of love. There is joy today and the Church is full. We have come to praise you, Lord. Soon the bread we bring and the wine we pour will become your flesh and blood. Be not mindfull, Lord, of our sinfulness, do not judge us for our faults. Be compassionate, show your tenderness to the humble, contrite heart. To the Triune God let your praises go, to the Father and the Son, to the Holy Spirit, ... Read more
- [The Love Of Christ](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-love-of-christ/): The love of Christ has gathered us together, rejoice in him and be glad. My soul longs for the Lord, rise, O Lord, to our need. Make your power known. With the Lord is mercy and fullness of redemption: praised be his name. Show, O Lord, your way; lead us to our home; light the way for us.
- [To The Altar](https://www.catholicutopia.com/to-the-altar/): We are walking to the altar of the Lord. {2} We will all go together on the Lord’s own day. We will go to the altar of the Lord. Come, sing, come, pray. Come, hear the Lord’s holy word. We will all go together to the Lord’s own table. We will go to the altar of the Lord. We are coming near the altar of the Lord. {2} We will all come together on the Lord’s own day. We will come to the altar of the Lord. Come, praise, come, thank. Come, lift your hearts to the Lord. We will all ... Read more
- [Let Me Live In Your House](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-me-live-in-your-house/): Let me live in your house, O Lord, let me dwell in your courts of praise. Let me live in your love, rejoice in your light, and give you thanks today. Praise the Lord of lords, praise the King of kings, praise him for his mercy and love. Praise the Lord of lords, praise the King of kings, praise him in the house of the Lord. Praise the Lord of lords, praise the King of kings, praise him for his kindness and truth, Praise the Lord of lords, praise the King of kings, praise him in the house of the Lord. ... Read more
- [Let Us Go To The Altar](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-us-go-the-altar/): Let us go to the altar of God, the God of our gladness and joy. Let us enter the courts of the house of the Lord and sing to the glory of God. Give praise the blast of trumpet, with noble sound of the horn. With the clash of the clanging cymbal, give glory to the Lord. Give praise with lyre and timbrel, with lute and sound of the harp. With the dance of the flute and oboe, give glory to the Lord. Give praise, all creatures of heaven, and all that dwell on the earth. Come to worship the God ... Read more
- [Our Joy, O Lord, Is In You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/our-joy-o-lord-is-in-you/): Our joy, O Lord, is in you {2} You gather us around your table. {2} You make us one at heart, in peace and love. Our light you are and our life.{2} You guide your people to the Kingdom. {2} You share with us, O Lord, your peace and love. This day of yours, Lord, we hail. {2} We long to hear your words of comfort, {2} and evermore to live, in peace and love.
- [We have Come Into His House](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-have-come-into-his-house/): We have come into his house and gathered in his name to worship him. {2} We have come into his house and gathered in his name to worship Christ the Lord, worship him, Jesus Christ the Lord. Let’s forget about ourselves and concentrate on him and worship him. {2} Let’s forget about ourselves and concentrate on him and worship Christ the Lord, worship him, Jesus Christ the Lord. We have come into his house to magnify the Lord and praise his name. {2} We have come into his house to magnify the Lord and praise his holy name, praise him, Jesus ... Read more
- [We Are Climbing Up](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-are-climbing-up/): We are climning up the mountain of the Lord who will teach us to walk in his ways. For the law shall go forth out of Sion. and the word of the Lord from his hill. He’ll transform all our spears into ploughshares; of our swords he will make pruning hooks. No more nation shall fight other nations, nor of war shall they learn any more.
- [O Lord Of Hosts](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-of-hosts/): O Lord of hosts, how I trust in your love. Give ear to me, God of Jacob. How beautiful your house, O Lord of hosts. My heart is yearning for your courts, O God. The shallow finds a place to lay her chicks your altars, my King and my God. How blest are they who dwells within your house: when trouble takes the heart they look to you. As pilgrims they will travel valleys dry, but harvesting rains shall precede them. To dwell one day within your holy walls outshines a thousand days in sinner’s homes: for God’s a sun, a ... Read more
- [Great Is The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/great-is-the-lord/): Great is the Lord. Acclaim him all you peoples, great is the wonder of our God. Enter his courts with praise, hasten and enter. Eager to render thanks for his unbounded love. Come then with confidence, open and trusting, ready to offer all, to his unbounded power. When we have entered in, joyful, truimphant, then to the Father cry, in one unbounded praise.
- [Jesus Is Tenderly Calling](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jesus-is-tenderly-calling/): Jesus is tenderly calling thee home, calling today, calling today; why from the sunshine of love wilt thou roam farther and farther away? Calling today, calling today, Jesus is calling, is tenderly calling today. Jesus is calling the weary to rest, calling today, calling today; bring him thy burden, and thou shall be blest; he will not turn thee away. Jesus is waiting, O come to him now, waiting today, waiting today; come with thy sins; at his feet lowly bow; come, and no longer delay.
- [Gather Your People](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gather-your-people/): Gather your people, O Lord.{2} One bread, one body, one spirit of love. Gather your people, O Lord. Draw us forth to the table of life: brothers and sisters, each of us called to walk in your light. We are parts of the body of Christ needing each other, each of the gifts the Spirit provides. Wash us, Lord, in the waters of life; waters of mercy, waters of hope that flow from your side.
- [Enter His Gates](https://www.catholicutopia.com/enter-his-gates/): Enter his gates with thanksgiving in your hearts enter his courts with praise. Enter his gates with thanksgiving in your hearts. For he has made me glad. He has made me glad. {2} Jesus has made me glad. Enter his gates with thanksgiving in your hearts. For he has made me glad. Sing to the Lord and make music unto him. Sing to the Lord with joy. Sing to the Lord and make music unto him. For He has made me glad. Worship, bend low while proclaiming he is God. Praise to the Lord most high. Worship, bend low while proclaiming ... Read more
- [Come To The House](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-house/): All the earth, all you peoples, lift your voices as one. Come to the house of God: this is your home. Cry out with joy to God, all the earth. Do God’s work with gladness. Come to the temple singing for joy. Come within these gates giving thanks. Enter these courts with songs of joy. Give thanks and bless God’s holy name. Indeed, how good is God, whose loving kindness has no end. God shall be faithful from age to age.
- [Come To The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-lord/): Come to the Lord with a song in your heart, for the Lord our God is good. Shout out your praises for all that he has done; give him glory as you should. Come before his alter rejoicing. Beat the drum and strum the guitar. Let cymbals sound out the news we have found out he loves us as we are. Praise him for his loving kindness. Praise him for his outstretched arm. He shields us from any kind of foe and keeps us safe from harm. Dwelling in his shadow is comfort. Loneliness we need not fear. We are the ... Read more
- [As We Are Gathered](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-we-are-gathered/): As we are gathered Jesus is here; one with each other, Jesus is here. Joined by the Spirit, washed in the Blood, part of the body, the Church of God. Many the branches, only one Vine, forming a Kingdom of peace and joy! Bound as one people, rooted in love, God’s kingly nation, new Israel.
- [Gathering Song](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gathering-song/): Though so many we are one; sharing now with Christ our Lord. Bread of life and saving Love, we gather in his name. Gather now to hear the story of our loving Saviour Lord; heart and mind with voice uplifted to proclaim this living Word: bread of hope and wine of promise, bringing life to all the world. When we eat this living bread, when we drink this saving cup; we proclaim your death, Lord Jesus, until you come in glory; Christ has died and Christ is risen, Christ will come in glory.
- [Song Of Praise](https://www.catholicutopia.com/song-of-praise/): Sing to the Lord your song of praise worship the Lord with a joyful heart, come before him with happy songs, sing him your song, give him your love. Never forget that the Lord is God. He made us, we belong to him, we are the people of his flock. He made us to belong to him. Enter his house with thankful praise, welcome him home, he will come and stay, he will bring you joy, he will bring you peace. He will lead the path to heavenly bliss. Lift up your voice unto the Lord, praise him with flutes and ... Read more
- [I Will Turn My Steps](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-will-turn-my-steps/): I will turn my steps to the alter of God, the gladness of life. Show your justice in pleading my cause, let me walk in the way of your love. Lead me on with your power and strength and my courage will never be spent. Fill my heart with your truth and your light as I enter with joy in your sight.
- [I Rejoiced](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-rejoiced/): I rejoiced when I heard them say: “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” {2} I rejoiced when I heard them say: “Let us go to God’s house.” And now our feet are standing in your gates, O Jerusalem! Jerusalem is built, as a city, strongly compact. It is there that the tribes go up, the tribes of the Lord! For Israel’s law it is, there to praise the Lord’s name. There were set the thrones of judgement of the house of Israel.
- [Gather Us In](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gather-us-in/): Here in this place new light is streaming, now is the darkness vanished away, see in this space our fears and our dreamings, brought here to you in the light of this day. Gather us in the lost and forsaken, gather us in the blind and the lame; call to us now, and we shall awaken, we shall arise at the sound of our name. We are the young our lives are a mystery, we are the old who yearn for your face, we have been sung throughout all of history, called to be light to the whole human race. Gather ... Read more
- [Lord Our God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-our-god/): Lord our God, O Lord our Father, Lord of love and Lord of fear, now we gather round your alter and we know your Word is near. All our lives lie open to you, Lord of age and Lord of youth, as we bring our sins and falsehoods to the judgement of your truth. Lord of times and Lord of seasons, Lord of calmness, Lord of stress, heart that sees our secret terrors, Lord of strength and gentleness. Lord of storms and Lord of sunsets, Lord of darkness, Lord of light, cast the shadow of your blessing on us gathered in ... Read more
- [Gather Us Together](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gather-us-together/): Lord, Jesus Christ, gather us together. Make us one bread, one body in your love. Gather your people who long to be one, one with you, O Lord, in truth and love. Forgiv our failings, create us anew. Speak your words of peace into our hearts. Within your temple your praises we sing. Glorious is your name over all the earth.
- [Here At This Table](https://www.catholicutopia.com/here-at-this-table/): Come and be filled here at this table. Food for all who hunger and drink for all who thirst. Drink of his love, wine for salvation. You shall live forever in Jesus Christ the Lord. You who labour for justice, you who labour for peace, you who steady the plough in the field of the Lord. You with lives full of pain, you who sorrow and weep, you, beloved of Christ, come to him, come to him!
- [Enter The House Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/enter-the-house-of-the-lord/): Enter the house of the Lord, our God. Enter the house of the Lord. Sing of your God who reigns above. Sing of his everlasting love. Sing of his goodness all our days. Come, be of one accord. Lift up our voices, sing his praise, as we enter the house of the Lord. Enter the house of the Lord, our God. Enter the house of the Lord. Sing of his power and majesty. Sing of his Son who made us free. He magnified our human worth. And our life restored. Sing of his kingdom here on earth, as we enter the ... Read more
- [We Celebrate](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-celebrate/): We celebrate this festive day with prayer and joyful song. Our Father’s house is home to us, we know that we belong. The bread is broken, wine is poured. A feast to lift us up. Then thank the Lord who gives himself as food and saving cup. The door is open, enter in and take your place by right. For you have been chosen as his guest to share his love and light. We come together as the twelve came to the Upper Room. Our host is Jesus Christ the Lord, now risen from the tomb.
- [Come Let Us Go](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-let-us-go/): Come, let us go to the mountain of the Lord; let us clap our hands in song. Come, you who thirst for serenity and truth, bring your heart and come along. Blessed are you who are spiritually poor, for the kingdom of heaven is yours. Happy are you who are moaning and bewailing. God will comfort his people. Happy are you who are merciful and kind, for the Lord shall be merciful too. Blessed the pure with no evil in their hearts. they will see their God in his glory.
- [Sing All Creation, Sing To God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sing-all-creation-sing-to-god/): Sing, all creation, sing to God in gladness. Joyously serve him, singing hymns of homage. Chanting his praises, come before his presence. Praise the Almighty. Know that our God is Lord of all ages. He is our maker; we are all his creatures, people he fashioned, sheep he leads to pasture. Praise the Almighty. Great in his goodness is the Lord we worship; steadfast his kindness, love that knows no ending. Faithful his word is, changeless, everlasting. Praise the Almighty.
- [I Am Thine, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-am-thine-o-lord/): I am thine, O Lord, I have heard thy voice, and it told thy love to me; but I long to rise in the arms of faith, and be closer drawn to thee. Draw me nearer, nearer Blessed Lord, to the cross where thou hast died; draw me nearer, nearer, nearer Blessed Lord, to thy precious bleeding side. Consecrate me now to thy service, Lord, by the power of grace divine; let my soul look up with a steadfast hope, and my will be lost in thine. O the pure delight of a single hour that before thy throne I spend, ... Read more
- [What A Joy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/what-a-joy/): What a joy, what a joy for us to say: “We’re on our way to the house of the Lord.” Coming to Jerusalem, on this holy ground, city mounted on a hill, its houses all around. All the tribes of Israel, countless caravans, everyone is going there to where the temple stands. Through your gates we’ll enter in, open wide the door. Here we’ll find a welcome place and peace for evermore.
- [Come To The Table Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-table-of-the-lord/): Come to the table of the Lord, my friends, come to the altar of his love. Bring him your cloudy doubts and fears, my friends, bring him the storms within your heart. See how the Lord will make us one, my friends, see how the Lord will make us free. He lived and died for you and me, my friends, he comes again to us today.
- [Joy Was In My Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/joy-was-in-my-heart/): Joy was in my heart, alleluia, when I heard them say: “Let us go to God’s house.” And now our feet are standing, alleluia. Within our gates, O Jerusalem. Jerusalem, most beautiful city, so strongly compact, alleluia. On you converge all the tribes of the Lord. May his peace reign in your walls, happiness and love in all your homes, alleluia. For you are the house of the Lord our God.
- [Just Like A Child](https://www.catholicutopia.com/just-like-a-child/): Just like a child who trusts his father dear and who delights to feel his presence near, just like a child whose mind has not a doubt and whose heart is never proud. Here I come, O Lord, here I come, just like a child. {2} Just like a child so weak he cannot stand, but who holds firm and tight his mother’s hand. just like a child who sings in bright daylight, fearing not the long dark night. Just like a child that guilty deeds oppress with mind and heart in trouble and distress, who throws himself into his mother’s ... Read more
- [Jubilate, Everybody](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jubilate-everybody/): Jubilate everybody, serve the Lord in all your ways, and come before his presence singing, enter now his courts with praise. For the Lord our God is gracious and his mercy’s everlasting, Jubilate, jubilate, Jubilate Deo. He’s our maker, we his creatures | we’re his sheep and he’s our shepherd. Jubilate, jubilate, Jubilate Deo. To the Father, Son and Spirit, now and evermore give glory. Jubilate, jubilate, Jubilate Deo.
- [I Rejoiced When I Heard](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-rejoiced-when-i-heard/): I rejoiced when I heard the people saying: “Let’s go to the temple of the Lord.” And now at last our feet are standing within your gates, O Jerusalem. Jerusalem, O fairest city, so strongly built as one united whole. It is there that the tribes now gather, all the tribes to worship the Lord. For the peace of Jerusalem, pray; prosperity to all the dwelling places, let there be peace ev’rywhere within your ramparts, let there be safety within your towers.
- [How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-lovely-is-your-dwelling-place/): How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord God of Hosts! My soul yearns and pines for the courts of the Lord, my heart and my flesh cry out; even the sparrow may find a home, the swallow a nest for her young; your altars, my king and my God! O Lord of Hosts, hear my cry, and hearken, O God of Jacob; one day in your house is worth much more to me than ten thousand anywhere else. The Lord is my sun and my shield!
- [We Gather Here, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-gather-here-o-lord/): We gather here, O Lord, to hear your saving word, to feast upon this finest bread, this richest wine outpoured. Come, set our hearts ablaze! Come, fill our nights and days with purpose strong and vision clear and songs of thankful praise! Your word is breath to us, our life, our truth, our ways, a blessing far beyond our dreams, the sun that lights our day. We come to break the bread, to witness to the sign of God and flesh in covenant until the end of time.
- [All The Earth](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-the-earth/): All the earth, proclaim the Lord sing your praise to God. Serve you the Lord, heart filled with gladness. Come into his presence, singing for joy. We are the sheep of his green pasture, for we are his people; he is our God. Enter his gates, bringing thanksgiving, O enter his courts while singing his praise.
- [All People That On Earth](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-people-that-on-earth/): All people that on earth do dwell, I sing to the Lord with cheerful voice; I serve him with joy, his praises tell, come now before him, and rejoice. Know that the Lord is God indeed; he formed us all without our aid. We are the flock he comes to feed, the sheep who by his hand were made. O enter then his gates with joy; within his courts his praise proclaim. Let thankful songs your tongues employ; O bless and magnify his name. O Father, Son, and Spirit blest, you are in threefold name adored, to you be ev’ry pray’r ... Read more
- [What does religion mean](https://www.catholicutopia.com/religion-meaning/): What does religion mean? Let’s see first what google says to what is the meaning of religion? According to wiki and google religion is a belief. It is a particular system of faith and worship. Or interest followed by a great devotion of a superhuman controlling power or a God . Some say, religion to be a cultural system of particular practices, morals, views and prophecies. Which relates humanity to supernatural or spiritual beings. Let’s learn more with different perspectives. . . what does religion mean? According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church religion in a broad sense means human’s ... Read more
- [Lead Us On, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lead-us-on-o-lord/): Lead us on, O Lord, lead us on. Lead us where we dare not go. Lead us on, O Lord, lead us on; be with us as we face new days. All of our lives, O Lord, all of our dreams, all that we are and hope to be, all of our strength is in our unity as one, all our danger is in discord.
- [With A Song In Our Hearts](https://www.catholicutopia.com/with-a-song-in-our-hearts/): With a song in our hearts, we shall go on our way, to bring God’s love to everyone we meet today. Love, love, love is his name. {2} Great, great, great is his name. {2}
- [To The World We Go](https://www.catholicutopia.com/to-the-world-we-go/): Lightened by the word we have heard, to the world we all must go, nourished by the Bread of Life, to the world we go. Altogether in one love and faith, seeking ever to be true, you will guide us on the path, O Lord, of eternal peace. With our joys and with our cares, to the world we all must go, weighed by toil but raised by hope, to the world we go.
- [Having Shared The Paschal Meal](https://www.catholicutopia.com/having-shared-the-paschal-meal/): Having shared the paschal meal, by his body strengthened, we give thanks to the Lord leaving now the house of God, by his Word instructed, we give thanks to the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia, go in peace, love the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia, go in peace, serve the Lord. Through this Mass now united, in the joy of the Lord, go, proclaim Jesus’ message to the ends of the earth. Ready now to be the salt of the world around us, we give thanks to the Lord; and prepared to be the light shining from the mountains, we give thanks to the Lord.
- [Sons Of The Father](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sons-of-the-father/): Sons of the Father, sing alleluia one in Christ Jesus, alleluia. Filled with the Spirit, sing alleluia. God lives his life of love in us. As we go walking our different ways now, God’s walking with us all nights and days now; brothers around us, sing out with praise now: “God lives his life of love in us.”
- [Son Of God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/son-of-god/): Son of God, you called us to your table, Son of God, in you we are made one. Lord, Jesus Christ, take us by the hand. Lord, Jesus Christ, stay with us today. Son of God, you leave us not alone, Son of God, in you we trust and hope. Son of God, you light our path below, Son of God, you make our burden light.
- [In The Peace Of Christ](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-the-peace-of-christ/): In the peace of Christ, we sing our thanks to God. We give you thanks, O Lord, you have given us your sacred word to light our path to heaven. …your bread that is our pledge of eternal life. …a song to praise your name throughout all the earth.
- [We Were Once In Darkness](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-were-once-in-darkness/): We were once in darkness, now our eyes can see, we were lost but Jesus sought and found us. O what love he offers, O what peace he gives, we will sing forevermore: lives. Alleluia Jesus, Alleluia Lord. Alleluia Christ the Lord is risen from the dead. We will live forever, we will never die, we will live forever with the Lord. We are God’s own people, forward we must go, we are called from darkness into freedom. Nourished at this table joyously we leave, strengthened by the Spirit of the Lord.
- [Hand In Hand With Christ](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hand-in-hand-with-christ/): Hand in hand with Christ, our Brother, his love we’ll show; we will rise and leave the house of God, to all we’ll go. Grant, O Lord, that we may journey on the way that was your own, for our neighbours ever caring in the way you’ve shown. Let all pretty strife be banished, teach us all the way of peace so that, living as companions, all our fears, may cease.
- [Hungry, Thirsty, Lord, We Came](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hungry-thirsty-lord-we-came/): Hungry, thirsty, Lord, we came, but joyous now we leave, nourished by the bread of life, renewed and ready to serve. Together we have shared this meal, the bread of unity. Help us, Lord, to build a world, where love and charity abide. You told us, Lord, to be the light that shines for all to see. Send your Spirit in our hearts to keep the fire of love ablaze.
- [Sent Forth By God's Blessing](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sent-forth-by-gods-blessing/): Sent forth by God’s blessing, our true faith confessing, the people of God from His dwelling take leave. The Supper is ended, O now be extended the fruits of this service in all who believe. The seed of His teaching our inner souls reaching, shall blossom in action for God and for all. His grace did invite us, his love shall unite us to work for God’s kingdom and answer His call.
- [Go The Mass Is Ended](https://www.catholicutopia.com/go-the-mass-is-ended/): Go, the mass is ended, children of the Lord. Take His Word to others, as you’ve heard it spoken to you. Go the mass is ended, go and tell the world: the Lord is good, the Lord is kind and He loves ev’ryone. Go the Mass is ended, take His love to all, Gladden those who meet you, fill their hearts with hope and courage. Go the mass is ended, fill the world with love, and give to all what you have received, the peace and joy of Christ. Go, the Mass is ended, strengthened in the Lord, Lighten ev’ry burden, ... Read more
- [The Apostles' Creed - 11 Things You Should Know](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-apostles-creed-11-things-you-should-know/): We find the chief truths taught by Jesus Christ through the Catholic Church in the Apostles’ Creed. A creed is a summary of what one believes. It is expressed through fixed formulas in order to preserve the content of truth intact. This developed in course of time making it possible for all believers in every culture to make a common profession of faith. (cf ccc 192; YOUCAT 25 – 26). “Creed” comes from the Latin credo, which means “I believe” (cf ccc 186 – 187). “I believe” means I accept or hold true something on the word of another. This ‘another’ ... Read more
- [Existence of God - What proves it?](https://www.catholicutopia.com/existence-of-god-what-proves-it/): Sometimes there can be several doubts on the existence of God. Is He really there? What about those people who say there is no God? And I have nothing to answer! In every religion, we see people with such devotion and belief towards the Supreme Being? From where does such belief comes from? I see the whole universe filled with the footprints of God, the Supreme Creator. “The heavens are telling the glory of God and the firmament proclaims his handiwork” (Ps 19:10). Can Humans Know That God Exists? Humans can come to limited knowledge of the existence of God by ... Read more
- [Religious Freedom - Know What the Catholic Church says](https://www.catholicutopia.com/know-what-the-catholic-church-says-about-religious-freedom/): God calls human beings to serve him in spirit and in truth. Hence they are bound in conscience but they stand under no compulsion. God has regard for the dignity of the human person whom he himself created; humans are to be guided by their own judgement and they are to enjoy freedom (cf DH 11). Before moving further let’s understand first What does religion mean? What does it mean? Religious freedom as declared by the Second Vatican Council means that a person has a natural right not to be coerced by other persons into acting against one’s conscience, nor to ... Read more
- [Bread Of Life And Cup Of Hope](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-of-life-and-cup-of-hope/): Bread of life and cup of hope, we come as gift to you. Change our hearts; fill us with peace. Transform our lives anew. Open our eyes so that we might see your presence in one another. Your life, poured out in love today, unites us all in you. Loving Lord, Creator God, open our eyes to see the good that lives in each of us, that called the world to be. And when we fail to see the good, when friendships falter and crumble, give us the courage to forgive that we may live in peace. Living Word, O Son ... Read more
- [Come To Me All Who Thirsty](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-me-all-who-thirsty/): Come to me, all who thirsty and are weary. Come, be quenched at the fountain of freshness. Streams of living water will flow forth from my heart in abundance. If you but knew that a gift God is offering and who it is that has asked you for water. you’d be the one who would ask him to give you, that living water for eternal life. He who drinks of the water that I give him, never again will he seek other water. My gift will stay within him like a fountain that renews him in spirit. On the cross, while ... Read more
- [Come And Eat Of My Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-and-eat-of-my-bread/): Come and eat of my bread. Come and drink of my wine. Come to the feast I’ve prepared for you. We have come from the nearest and farthest lands, gathered around your table, at the feast of the kingdom. Bread of heaven is the food that is offered here, bread now become your body, which cause for eternal life, Living bread that the Father has giv’n to us, food for our Paschal feasting, sign of promise renewed once more.
- [Take And Eat, Take And Eat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-and-eat-take-and-eat/): Take and eat, take and eat: this is my body given up for you Take and drink; take and drink: this is my blood given up for you. I am the Word that spoke and light was made; I am the seed that died to be re-born; I am the bread that comes from heaven above; I am the vine that fills your cup with joy. I am the way that leads the exile home; I am the truth that sets the captive free; I am the life that raises up the dead; I am your peace, true peace my gift ... Read more
- [Lord, You Are My Everything](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-you-are-my-everything/): Lord you are my everything, lord you are my friend. In this bread, you promise me life that has no end. Come, my strength, my Bread of life; hold me in your sway. Fill me with your presence, Lord; guide me on my way. Come, my Way, my truth, my life; show me how to live. Clear the storms that cloud my path; Teach me to forgive.
- [This Is Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/this-is-jesus/): This is Jesus, Emmanuel. God is with us in this sacrament, come receive him, adore him. This is Jesus, our Lord. Bright Star of David radiance of God, now become the Living Bread, the Body of our Lord. Come in adoration receive with joyful heart the sacrament most Holy the banquet of the Lamb. Drink of living water flowing from the Lord: taste the cup of blessing, partake of precious blood. River of salvation, Holy cleansing tide, fountain of redemption flowing from the Savior’s side. Priest of highest honour, King and sovereign Lord. Unblemished Lamb of sacrifice, your very life outpoured. ... Read more
- [Take, Eat And Hunger No Longer](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-eat-and-hunger-no-longer/): Take, eat and hunger no longer, for I am the bread of life. Take, drink, this wine will refresh you. My cup overflows with love for you. I am the living bread, broken for people. You are the vessels of silver and clay. Come and partake of the love that I offer. Then Share it with other each day. Just as my Father has sent me to feed you, so must you now feed your neighbours in need. Don’t be afraid for I’ll always be with you. My spirit will guide you along. I lead you out of the power of ... Read more
- [Come To Me And Drink](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-me-and-drink/): Come to me and drink.{2} Oh, let all who are thirsting come to me and drink. I will put my spirit within you and you shall live and know that I am the Lord. I will pour my spirit on all flesh; your son and your daughter shall prophesy. River of living water will flow from within the one who believes in me. Into our hearts, the love of God has been poured through the Spirit that dwells within.
- [The Eucharist Song](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-eucharist-song/): This is My Body, take now and share! Deep in the memory of My own prayer. This is My Blood, come drink and live! In all completeness this power I give. You are My People, My chosen friends, Come share the Spirit My Father sends. And hold within you, in constant hope, My peaceful presence, gift of My heart!
- [Bread For The World](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-for-the-world/): Bread for the world: a world of hunger. Wine for all peoples people who thirst. May we who eat be bread for others. May we who drink pour out our love. Lord Jesus Christ you are the bread of life, Broken to reach and heal the wounds of human pain. Where we divide your people, you are waiting there on bended knee to wash our feet with endless care. Lord Jesus Christ, you are the wine of peace, Poured into hearts once broken and where dryness sleeps. Where we are tired and weary you are waiting there to be the way ... Read more
- [Taste And See](https://www.catholicutopia.com/taste-and-see/): Taste and see, O taste and see, taste and see the goodness of God.{2} Glory, glory to God most high, glory, blessing and praise. With one voice, O people, rejoice in our God, who hears the cry of all in need. O… Who has fashioned the earth and sky, who created the deep, who exalts the lowly and sets captives free, who opens the door to all those who seek. Oh, the love of God! Become flesh of our flesh, so that we might live in glory.
- [Now We Remain](https://www.catholicutopia.com/now-we-remain/): We hold the death of the Lord deep in our hearts. Living, now we remain with Jesus, the Christ. Once we were people afraid, lost in the night. Then by your cross, we were saved; dead became living, life from your giving. Something which we have known, something we’ve touched, what we have seen with our eyes: this we have heard; life-giving Word. He chose to give of himself, became our bread. Broken that we might live. Love beyond love, pain for our pain.
- [We Come Today](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-come-today/): We come today to break this bread and share this cup of wine. We gather at your table now to hear your words of life. And though there are so many here today, we all are one: one family, one body, and one Church; we are your own. We thank you, God, for Jesus, who calls us to this feast to share in one communion in your name. We thank you for our parents who care for us each day, the family gathered ‘round us here in love. We thank you for creation, the beauty of the earth; with grateful hearts, ... Read more
- [May We Come To Know The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/may-we-come-to-know-the-lord/): In the bread may we be broken. In the cup may we be outpoured. May we come to know the healer, may we come to know the Lord. Though many are we, we are one in the Lord. We are all welcome to his table of new life. We come to the table to remember the Lord, who gave his life that we might live for evermore. In breaking the bread, in sharing the cup, may we be filled as we come to know the Lord.
- [Companions On The Journey](https://www.catholicutopia.com/companions-on-the-journey/): We are companions on the journey, breaking bread and sharing life; and in the love we bear is the hope we share for we believe in the love of our God.{2} No longer strangers to each other, no longer strangers in God’s house; we are fed and we are nourished by the strength of those who care.{2} We have been gifted with each other, and we are called by the Word of the Lord: to act with justice, to love tenderly, and to walk humbly with our God.{2} We will seek and we shall find; we will knock and the door ... Read more
- [Our Blessing Cup](https://www.catholicutopia.com/our-blessing-cup/): Our blessing cup is a communion with the blood of Christ; and the bread we break, it is a sharing in the body of the Lord. How can we make a return for all the goodness God has shown? We will take the cup of life, and call upon God’s name. Precious indeed in Your sight, the life and death of those You love. We are your servants, for You have set us free. Gracious and merciful God, we give you thanks and bless Your name: with all your people, praise and glory to Your name. For you have heard my ... Read more
- [Lord, To Whom Shall We Go](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-to-whom-shall-we-go-2/): Lord, to whom shall we go? O Lord, to whom shall we go? You alone have the words of lasting life. Lord, to whom shall we go? Bread of Life, manna in the desert, Saving Cup, promise from above. You are the one who sustains us in God’s love. Lamb of God, humble and obedient, sacrifice, ransom for our sins. You are the Lord: in your death, our life begins. Risen One, fountain of salvation, cornerstone, wonder to our eyes. You are the way and the truth, you are the life.
- [When We Eat This Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/when-we-eat-this-bread/): When we eat this bread and we drink this cup we proclaim your death until you come. Where two or three are gathered together in my name, where two or three are gathered together, there am I. How blessed are they who are called to the banquet of the Lord. Come you blessed of my Father, come to me. Enter into God’s holy kingdom, full of joy. How blessed are they who are called to the banquet of the Lord. I saw the city Jerusalem come from God all clothed and adorned as a bride for her husband, filled with love. ... Read more
- [God's Holy Gifts](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gods-holy-gifts/): God’s holy gifts for God’s holy people; come now to share the banquet of Christ. Feed on his love with faith and thanksgiving. Know in your heart that he died for you. May the Body of Christ be food for our souls and bring us to everlasting life. May the Blood of the Lord protect us from harm and mark us as God’s beloved ones. As the grain of this bread was gathered as one, may we who believe be bound by love. As the cup that we share is emptied for all, may we offer up our lives in love.
- [Take And Eat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-and-eat/): Take and eat, this is my body. Take and drink, this is my lifeblood. Whenever you share this meal with others to do so in memory of me.
- [Lord, To Whom Shall We Go You are the Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-to-whom-shall-we-go/): Lord, to whom shall we go? You are our bread, broken and shared. Lord, to whom shall we go? Yours are the words of life. Our fathers ate, yet their hunger remained. Their hearts were not satisfied. O Lord, you feed us with the finest of wheat, our pledge of eternal life. The bread you give is the living bread, your flesh for the life of the world. Your word, O Lord, is a lamp for my steps; a light for my path of life.
- [One Love Released](https://www.catholicutopia.com/one-love-released/): One bread, one body, one cup, one call, one faith, one Spirit present in us all. One prayer, one blessing, one hope, one peace, one church, one people, one love released. Is not this bread we share, the body of our Lord? Is not this wine we drink, the blood of Christ outpoured? I am the bread of life, eat and you shall live. To those who share this meal, my strength I’ll always give. I am the living bread, as manna from the sky. This bread I give to you, that you may never die.
- [Table Of Plenty](https://www.catholicutopia.com/table-of-plenty/): Come to the feast of heaven and earth! Come to the table of plenty! God will provide for all that we need, here at the table of plenty. O, come and sit at my table, where saints and sinners are friends. I wait to welcome the lost and lonely to share the cup of my love. O, come and eat without money; come to drink without price. My feast of gladness will feed your spirit with faith and fullness of life. My bread will ever sustain you through days of sorrow and woe. My wine will flow like a sea of ... Read more
- [Song Of The Body Of Christ](https://www.catholicutopia.com/song-of-the-body-of-christ/): We come to share our story, we come to break the bread, we come to know our rising from the dead. We come as your people, we come as your own, United with each other, love finds a home. We are called to heal the broken, to be hope for the poor, we are called to feed the hungry at our door. Bread of life and cup of promise, in this meal we all are one. In our dying and our rising, may your kingdom come. You will lead and we shall follow, you will be the breath of life; living ... Read more
- [Bread Broken, Wine Shared](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-broken-wine-shared/): Bread broken, wine shared; Jesus, here, Taking our lives, opening our hearts, making us whole, setting our loving free. Take all our dreams, all that we are, all that we could ever be. Lord of all life, we want to be Yours, we take bread and eat. Open our minds, open our hearts, let love set us free within. Lord of all life, we want to be Yours, we pour wine and drink. Make us alive, filled with Your hope, living what’s really true. Lord of all life, we want to be Yours, we know this is You.
- [O Lord With Wondrous Mystery](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-with-wondrous-mystery/): O Lord with wondrous mystery you took our bread and wine and make of these two humble things yourself, Our Lord Divine. Our wheat and drink become our light our altar bears your awful might. O Lord we thank you for the gift that lies before our sight You are the same our Christ and Lord Who blessed the supper room. You are the God who died and rose triumphant from the tomb This host bears your divinity. This cup contains infinity. The mystery fill our souls with love O Holy Majesty.
- [In Memory Of Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-memory-of-jesus/): In memory of Jesus, we gather and give thanks; in memory of Jesus, we speak, we pray. In memory of Jesus, we take and eat, all in memory of him. Remembering the manna, the heavenly bread; remembering the day thousand were fed; remembering the Supper, the meal of the twelve; we do all in memory of him. His memory is with us; his memory is near: the day he died to free us, the death that conquered fear. The day the Father raised him, the day of new life: his memory lives with us to this day. May we become a ... Read more
- [In The Breaking Of The Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-the-breaking-of-the-bread/): In the breaking of the bread we have known Him; we have been fed. Jesus the stranger, Jesus the Lord, be our companion; be our hope. Bread for the journey, strength for our years, manna of ages of struggle and tears. Cup of salvation, fruit of the land, bless and receive now, the work of our hands. Bread of the promise, people of hope, wine of compassion, life for the world. Gathered at table, joined as one body, sealed in the spirit, sent by the Word.
- [Shepherd Of Soul](https://www.catholicutopia.com/shepherd-of-soul/): Shepherd of souls, refresh and bless your chosen pilgrim flock with manna in the wilderness, with water from the rock. We would not live by bread alone, but by your word of grace, in strength of which we travel on to our abiding place. Be known to us in breaking bread, and do not then depart; Savior, abide with us and spread thy table in our heart. Lord, sup with us in love divine, thy Body and thy Blood, that living bread, that heav’nly wine, be our immortal food.
- [That There May Be Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/that-there-may-be-bread/): That there may be bread, that there may be joy, for all humanity to share with gratitude: let this be our prayer, and may each child of earth long for a freedom that will flourish in all lands. Simple is the truth that our love cannot be real unless we choose to bless each other as blessing, we have known. At this table of thanksgiving, we are fed with the life of Jesus Risen, in whom our hope is born. Sign of God’s deep love is this banquet of new life. Know the presence of the Holy, in spirit and in ... Read more
- [Bread That Was Sown](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-that-was-sown/): Bread that was sown in our hills and valleys, now harvested, becomes one. From all the world gather your people, O God, into the feast of your Love. With grateful hearts, we sing our joy for knowing Spirit within, among us all; life and knowledge revealed through your word Jesus the Christ, Emmanuel. Leaven and wheat: so let us be for others, nurturing good with earnest care, bringing to birth new life where hope has gone stale, faith giving moments to share.
- [O Lord, I'm Not Worthy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-im-not-worthy/): O Lord, I’m not worthy, yet you come to live in me. So speak your word of comfort, by your touch strengthen and heal me. Take this and eat my body and drink my saving blood, poured out for your redemption: A symbol of my love. Called to be God’s new people, made one in Christ, the Lord, let us with hearts united Bear witness of your love. Onward through life, we journey, as seekers of the truth, building each day a new world of justice, peace and love.
- [Let Us Be Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-us-be-bread/): Let us be bread, blessed by the Lord, broken and shared, life for the world. Let us be wine, love freely poured, let us be one in the Lord. (One faith, one hope, one symbol of love given to us in this one bread, one cup. O let us be one in the Lord.) I am the bread of life, broken for all. Eat now and hunger no more. You are my friends if you keep my commands, no longer servants but friends. See how my people have nothing to eat. Give them the bread that is you. As God has ... Read more
- [Feed On Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/feed-on-me/): Feed on me, and never will you hunger; feed on me, and life will never end. Do not work for bread that cannot fill you. Set your heart on food that long endures. I will feed the food you need, take my word, my Father’s life is yours. Moses brought you manna in the desert. Still, you ask for signs from God on high. I’m the bread that God has fed, believe in me, and you will never die. I will give my flesh as bread to feed you. I will give my blood as wine to share, taste and know ... Read more
- [Christ's Love For Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/christs-love-for-us/): Love is His word, Love is His way, feasting with all, fasting alone, living and dying, rising again love, only love is His way. Richer than gold is the love of my Lord. Better than splendour and wealth. Love is His way, love is His mark, sharing His last Passover feast. Christ at the table, host to the twelve Love, only love is His mark. Love is his mark, love is His sign, bread for our strength, wine for our joy: “This is my body, this is my blood,” love, only love is His sign. Love is His name, love is ... Read more
- [Lord, Enthroned In Heavenly Splendor](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-enthroned-in-heavenly-splendour/): Lord, enthroned in heavenly splendour, First-begotten from the dead, thou alone, our strong defender, liftest up thy people’s head. Alleluia, alleluia, Jesus, true and living bread. Prince of Life, for us Thou livest, by Thy body souls are healed; Prince of Peace, thy peace Thou livest, by Thy blood is pardon sealed. Allelujah hallelujah Word of God in flesh revealed. Paschal Lamb, Thy offering, finished Once for all when Thou wast slain, in its fullness undiminished shall forevermore remain, alleluia, alleluia, cleansing souls from every stain. Great high priest of our profession, through the veil thou enterdest in; by thy mighty ... Read more
- [Take, Eat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-eat/): Take, eat, this is my body. Take, drink of this cup, Poured for you and for many. Do this in remembrance of me. I am the living bread come down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever. He who eats of this, my flesh, and drinks my saving blood shall abide in me and I abide in him. For my flesh is food indeed, my blood is really drink. Those who eat and drink will have eternal life.
- [Come To The Water](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-water/): Come to the water, You who are thirsty. Though you have nothing, I bid you come And be filled with the goodness I have to offer! Come, Listen, love! Why spend your money on what cannot fill the emptiness deep in your heart? Listen to My word and you will enjoy goodness and peace in your heart! Just as the heavens are high above earth, my ways and thoughts beyond you! Call me your Father and know I am near! I will be Father to you! Just as the rain falls to water the earth, just as a seed becomes bread, ... Read more
- [O Lord, I Am Not Worthy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-i-am-not-worthy/): O Lord, I am not worthy that Thou shouldst come to me, but speak the words of comfort, my spirit healed shall be. And humbly I receive Thee, the bridegroom of my soul, no more my sin to grieve Thee, nor fly Thy sweet control. O Sacrament most holy, O Sacrament divine. All praise and all thanksgiving be every moment Thine.
- [Banquet Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/banquet-of-the-lord/): Come, let’s share in the banquet of the Lord, in the blessed sacrament. Come, let’s share in the supper of the Lord, in the blessed sacrament. Eat the bread and drink the wine, flesh and blood of the Lord divine, share His life, it is yours and mine, for we are one in His design. Come, let’s share in the passion of the Lord,… Come, let’s share the resurrection of the Lord,… Come, let’s share in the ascension of the Lord,… Come, let’s share our union with the Lord,… Come, let’s share in the life of the Lord,… Come, let’s share ... Read more
- [Break Thou The Bread Of Life](https://www.catholicutopia.com/break-thou-the-bread-of-life/): Break thou the bread of life, dear Lord, to me, as Thou didst break the loaves beside the sea; beyond the sacred page I seek thee, Lord; my spirit pants for thee, O living Word. Thou art the bread of life, O Lord, to me. Thy holy Word, the truth that saveth me. Give me to eat and live with thee above, teach me to love thy truth that thou art Love. Oh send Thy Spirit, Lord, now unto me, that He may touch my eyes, and make me see. Show me the truth concealed within thy Word and in thy ... Read more
- [Five Thousand People](https://www.catholicutopia.com/five-thousand-people/): Five thousand people near Galilee’s lake ate bread and fish that Jesus had given; then on the morrow, Jesus proclaimed: he was the bread from heaven. Take and eat, this is indeed my flesh, take and drink, this is indeed my blood; what I have done, now you too must do; all to remember me. If you my people eat of this bread, you shall have life that never will end; this bread, my flesh I give to the world, life of its soul I tend. Many disciples left Jesus’ side, would not believe the truth they had heard; but the ... Read more
- [Children Of God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/children-of-god/): Children of God, hear his holy word. Gather around the table of the Lord. Eat his body, drink his blood and we’ll sing a song of Love, allelu, allelu, allelu, alleluia. Brothers, sisters, we are one, and our life has just begun. In the spirit we are young: we can live forever. Shout together to the Lord who has promised our reward: happiness a hundredfold and we’ll live forever. Jesus gave a new command that we love our friends and foes till we reach the promised land and where we’ll live forever. If we want to live with him, we must ... Read more
- [To Be Your Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/to-be-your-bread/): To be your bread now, be your wine now, Lord, come and change us to be a sign of your love. Blest and broken, poured and flowing, gift that you gave us, to be your body once again. We come to your table with our lives as they are. Heal us, Lord, for we are broken; make us one again. Lord, we stumble through the darkness of night. Lead us, now, O Lord, we follow; bring us home to you. Give us the bread and wine that bring us to life. Feed us, and we’ll never hunger, never thirst again.
- [One Bread, One Body](https://www.catholicutopia.com/one-bread-one-body/): One bread, one body, one Lord of all, one cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many, throughout the earth, we are one body in this one Lord. Gentile or Jew, servant or free woman or man, no more. Many the gifts, many the works, one in the Lord of all. Grain for the fields, scattered and grown, gathered to one, for all.
- [Happy Are They](https://www.catholicutopia.com/happy-are-they/): Happy are they who are called to the table of the lord. Happy are they who are called to share in the meal of the Lamb. This is the Lamb god who takes away our sins. Happy, happy are they who share in this meal. Lord, we are not worthy that you should come to us. Say but the word and we will be healed. We eat of your body; we drink of your cup. Come, Lord, and satisfy our hunger for you.
- [Now In This Banquet](https://www.catholicutopia.com/now-in-this-banquet/): Now in this banquet, Christ is our bread; Here shall all hungers be fed. Bread that is broken, wine that is poured, Love is the sign of our Lord. You who have touched us and graced us with love, make us your people of goodness and light. Let our hearts burn with the fire of your love; open our eyes to the glory of God. God who makes the blind to see, God who makes the lame to walk, bring us dancing into day, lead your people in your way.
- [Seed Scattered And Sown](https://www.catholicutopia.com/seed-scattered-and-sown/): Seed, scattered and sown, wheat gathered and grown, bread, broken and shared as one, the Living bread of God. Vine, fruit of the land, wine, work of our hands. One cup that is shared by all; the Living Cup, the Living Bread of God. Is not the bread we break a sharing in our Lord? Is not the cup we bless the blood of Christ outpoured? The seed which falls on rock will wither and will die. The seed within good ground will flower and have life. As wheat upon the hills was gathered and was grown. So may the Church ... Read more
- [Food Of Angels](https://www.catholicutopia.com/food-of-angels/): Food of the angels sacred food; priceless treasure hidden here. He that eateth lives for aye, soul secure in mortal clay. We adore you, bread divine, blood within the cup enshrined, shed for sinners, shed for me when Crist bled on Calvary. This the bread I break with you is my body living true. This the chalice of the wine holds within my blood divine. Come, ye weary, come to me, rest upon my gentle breast. You will find the peace you crave when your soul you seek to save.
- [Come To Me And Eat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-me-and-eat/): Come to me and eat, you shall be hungry no more. Come to me and drink, you shall be thirsty no more. “All of you who weary and overburdened come to me and I will give you rest. My law of love is easier and lighter; follow it and you will find for your soul.” Yes, his burden is light.{2} In him, our soul find rest.{2} “You are worried and trouble over so many things. I wish you would welcome me in all simplicity. Do you know that one thing only is needed? Mary has chosen the best part and it ... Read more
- [Come To My Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-my-heart/): Come to my heart, Lord Jesus; teach me to walk in your way. Come to my heart, Lord Jesus; come to my heart today. Give me the peace and joy that only you can bring. Come to my heart, Lord Jesus; give me a song to sing. Fill me with Love, Lord Jesus; teach me to walk in your way. Fill me with love, Lord Jesus; come to my heart today. Give me the peace and joy that only you can bring. Fill me with Love, Lord Jesus; give me a song to sing. Answer my prayer, Lord Jesus; teach me ... Read more
- [Deep Calls To Deep](https://www.catholicutopia.com/deep-calls-to-deep/): Deep calls to deep and my soul finds no resting place but Him. He is my God; the yearning of my heart His touch can still. And each rare moment that I felt His presence I shall remember and forever cherish. Deep calls to deep, and at His feast, I am a welcomed guest. He gives me food; the hunger of my soul is laid to rest. Deep calls to deep, for He created me to be his own. He understands; the joy and pain of life, he too has known.
- [Soul Of My Savior](https://www.catholicutopia.com/soul-of-my-saviour/): Soul of my Savior sanctify my breast; Body of Christ, be thou, my saving guest; Blood of my Savior, bathe me in thy tide, wash me with waters flowing from thy side. Strength and protection may thy passion be; O blessed Jesus hear and answer me; deep in thy wounds, Lord, hide and shelter me; so shall I never, never part from thee. Guard and defend me from the foe malign, in deaths dread moments make me only thine; call me, and bid me come to thee on high, where I may praise thee with thy saints for aye.
- [Take This, All Of You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-this-all-of-you/): Take this, all of you, eat of this flesh. Take, this is my blood, shed for sinners all. For my life I give and my love I share: trust and believe in me. Truly I say, my brethren: should you not drink my blood, should not eat my body, you have no life in you. Work for the food that’s lasting, work not for food that spoils, work for the bread from heaven, and gain eternal life. I am the resurrection, I am the bread of life. One who has faith enduring will live forever.
- [Father And Life-Giver](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-and-life-giver/): Father and life-giver, grace of Christ impart; he, the Word incarnate, food for mind and heart. Children of the promise, homage now we pay; sacrificial banquet cheers the desert way. Wine and bread the symbols – love and life convey, offered by your people, work and joy portray. All we won consigning, nothing is retained; tokens of our service, gifts and song contain. Transformation wondrous – water into wine; mingled in the Godhead we are made divine. Birth into his body brought us life anew, total consecration – fruit from grafting true. Christ, the head and members living now as one. ... Read more
- [Gift Of Finest Wheat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gift-of-finest-wheat/): You satisfy the hungry heart with gift of finest wheat, come give to us, O Saving Lord, the Bread of Life to eat. As when the shepherd calls his sheep, They know and heed his voice; so when you call your family Lord, they follow and rejoice. With joyful lips, we sing to you Our praise and gratitude, that you should count us worthy, Lord, to share this Heavenly food. Is not the cup we bless and share The blood of Christ outpoured? does not one cup, one loaf, declare our oneness in the Lord? The mystery of your presence, Lord, ... Read more
- [I Am The Bread Of Life](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-am-the-bread-of-life/): I am the bread of life. You who come to me shall not hunger; and who believe in me shall not thirst. No one can come to me unless the Father beckons. And I will raise you up {3} on the last day. The bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world, and if you eat of this bread, you will live forever, you shall live forever. Unless you eat of the flesh of the Son of Man and drink of his blood, and drink of his blood, you shall not have life within you. ... Read more
- [Come To The Table Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-table-of-the-lord-2/): Come to the table of the Lord. Receive his Sacrament adored. He gives us grace in copious flood. Receive the Lord, his body and blood. Come, all in labour, sorrow and pain. Come to the Lord your strength to gain. He will refresh you with his might, his yoke is sweet, his burden light. Come all you faithful in his name, come all you rich and poor the same, come and receive what none can afford the precious body of the Lord. “He who receives the holy bread, I will give life.” the Saviour said, “I will sustain you in your ... Read more
- [Come, O Lord, To My Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-o-lord-to-my-heart/): Come, O Lord, to my heart today and stay with me all the day. Your flesh is food and your blood is drink with these, you give to me your life. This is the bread come down from heaven which, if we eat, we’ll live forever. If we take your flesh and blood, we’ll live in you and you in us.
- [Broken For Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/broken-for-me/): Broken for me, broken for you, the body of Jesus, broken for you. He offered his body, he poured out his soul; Jesus was broken, that we might be whole. Come to my table and with me dine; eat of my bread and drink of my wine. This is my body given for you: eat it remembering I died for you. This is my blood I shed for you, for your forgiveness, making you new.
- [All You Who Hunger](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-you-who-hunger/): All you who hunger and thirst for the Lord, come to his banquet today, Jesus our Saviour is calling: “All you who pass by the way, come to the feast that is ready. hasten and do not delay.” We are but pilgrims unworthy, O Christ, say but the word that will heal, that we may taste of your goodness, share in your heavenly meal, till you in heaven your beauty, to us enraptured, reveal. Bread for the journey that takes us, dear Lord, nearer your kingdom each day, wine for the weakness that breaks us. slaking our thirst on the way ... Read more
- [Yours Is The Kingdom](https://www.catholicutopia.com/yours-is-the-kingdom/): Yours is the kingdom, yours is the power, yours is the glory evermore. Lord, forever, Lord, forevermore. From the ends of all the earth and out beyond the stars gathered in your presence we are one. One in the bread we break and one in our concern, one with you we celebrate this day. Freedom is your gift for all who live and die in you. Freedom is finding life in you. Broken bread is scattered on the hillsides and the plains. Broken hearts and bodies cry for rest.
- [If We Eat Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/if-we-eat-of-the-lord/): If we eat of the Lord and we drink of the Lord, like the Lord, we all shall be. Then we live with his life, and we share in his love, and his truth will make us free. When he tells us his plans, listen to his commands: “To the Father come, through me. Share this banquet of love, eat my flesh, drink my blood, do this in my memory.” “This command,” says the Lord, “I give specially to you: Love each man as I love you. By this sign, all will know what I have to bestow, through this love, ... Read more
- [Bread Of Life](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bread-of-life/): I myself am the bread of life. You and I are the bread of life, taken and blessed, broken and shared by Christ that the world might live. This bread is spirit, gift of the maker’s love, and we who share it know that we can be one: a living sign of God in Christ. Here is God’s kingdom given to us as food. This is our body, this is our blood: a living sign of God in Christ. Lives broken open, stories shared aloud, become a banquet, a shelter for the world: a living sign of God in Christ.
- [I Have Received The Living Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-have-received-the-living-bread/): { I have received the Living Bread and my heart is filled with joy. {2} He says to me: “I am the bread which I give to feed your soul; he who eats of this my flesh, will attain the heavenly goal.” He says to me: “I am the vine which will nourish every shoot, as it feeds upon my sap, it will give abundant fruit.” He says to me: “I am the life which destroys eternal doom; whosoever lives in me will rise like me from the tomb.” He says to me: “I am the Way where my Father waits ... Read more
- [Jesus, Thou Art Coming](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jesus-thou-art-coming/): Jesus, thou art coming, holy as thou art, thou the God who made me, to my sinful heart. Jesus, I believe it, on thy only word; kneeling I adore thee, as my King and Lord. Who am I, my Jesus, that thou com’ st to me? I have sinned against thee, often grievously, I am very sorry I have caused thee pain. I will never, never, wound thy heart again. Put thy arms around me, feeble as I am; thou art my Good Shepherd, I, thy little lamb; since thou comest, Jesus, now to be my guest, I can trust thee ... Read more
- [Fill My House Unto The Fullest](https://www.catholicutopia.com/fill-my-house-unto-the-fullest/): Fill my house unto the fullest. Eat my bread and drink my wine. The love I bear is held from no one. All I own and all I do I give to you. Take my time unto the fullest. Find in me the trust you seek, and take my hands to you outreaching. Christ our Lord with love enormous from the cross his lesson taught to love all men as I have loved you. Join with me as one in Christ-love. May our hearts all beat as one, and may we give ourselves completely.
- [O Lord, I Will Sing](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-i-will-sing/): O Lord, I will Sing of your constant love and your faithfulness will I always proclaim. O Lord, I will sing of your constant love, your truth with me forever. You are my God how I long for you, I thirst like a dry weary land. I gaze on you in your holy place to see how mighty and glorious you are. Better than life is your holy love; my lips will speak of your praise. I bless you my God for all of my life and in your name I will lift up my hands. My soul will feast and ... Read more
- [Song Of The Lamb](https://www.catholicutopia.com/song-of-the-lamb/): Lamb of God {alleluia {3} Lamb of God alleluia, alleluia. On that night you took the bread and blessed and broke your life upon the earth to save us and to raise us to your Father’s throne. Then you took the cup at table, blessed and share with your disciples your new promise in your blood that you would set us free. On the hill, you took the cup your Father gave you and poured your life blood down the years into our hearts that none of us be lost. In days of old, the Hebrew priest would hold our lamb! ... Read more
- [A Banquet Is Prepared](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-banquet-is-prepared/): A banquet is prepared with my cup running over; my head is anointed with oil. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall want nothing. He leads me to rest in green fields; he leads me always on the path of fidelity to waters of cool refreshment. If I have to wander through the valleys of darkness, no evil at all will I fear. He shall be present, guiding with kindness; his shepherd’s staff giving me comfort. A banquet is prepared with my cup running over; my head is anointed with oil. Strength and forgiveness are always with me, at peace in ... Read more
- [The Earth Is His](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-earth-is-his/): The earth is his and all it holds, its wealth and boundless harvest his, the bright sun his, the moon and stars that burn in fiery ritual. Bright gold of wheat, the purple grape, earth’s gift to us, his gift to earth, in symbol of our gratitude with bread, with wine, we worship him. Accept our gift, our food, our drink, and with them, Lord, our words and deeds, ourselves and souls: we offer these, returning all your gifts to you.
- [O God, We Give Ourselves Today](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-god-we-give-ourselves-today/): O God, we give ourselves today with bread and wine to thee, the self-same gift which thy dear Son gave once on Calvary. Entire and whole, our life and love with heart and soul and mind, for all our sins and faults and needs thy Church and humankind. With humble and with contrite heart this bread and wine we give because thy Son once gave himself, and died that we might live. O Lord, who took our human life, as water mixed with wine, grant through this sacrifice that we may share thy life divine.
- [Lord, We Offer You These Gifts](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-we-offer-you-these-gifts/): Lord, we offer you these gifts. Look with favour, heavenly Father, on these simple gifts we bring. Bread and wine we place before you, make of them the food of life. Make them that true bread from heaven promised by your only Son; living bread that is his body, wine that is his saving blood.
- [Take This Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-this-bread/): Take this bread, take this wine as a promise as a sign. The life is yours, the love is mine let our life and love combine. Take this heart, it is yours, every struggle it endures, all the love it’s made to hold, all the warmth all the cold. Come among us in return, in your presence, may we learn that you and I and we are one, and a new life has begun.
- [In The Simplicity Of My Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-the-simplicity-of-my-heart/): O Lord, my God, in the simplicity of my heart, joyfully I come to give you all, amidst your people gathered here: God of Israel, keep us ever faithful. O Lord, you do not ask for sacrifice and offering, then I said: “Here I am, I am coming.” In the scroll of the book, am I not commanded that I should obey your will, O Lord?
- [Lift Up Your Hands And Offer](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lift-up-your-hands-and-offer/): Lift up your hands and offer to the Lord. Lift up your hands and offer to your God. all that your life may hold of joy and care, lift up your hands unto the Lord. Lift up your eyes and see the works of God. Lift up your eyes to the glory of the Lord. See all the beauty he has spread for you: lift up your eyes unto the Lord. Lift up your heart unto the heart of God. Offer your love with his love to accord. Eager is he to have this gift from you; lift up your heart ... Read more
- [Bring Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bring-bread/): Reap me the earth, as a harvest to God, gather and bring it again, all that is his, to the maker of all. Lift it and offer it high. Bring bread, bring wine, give glory to the Lord. Whose is the earth but God’s, whose is the praise but his? Go with your song and your music, with joy, go to the altar of God. Carry your offerings, fruits of the earth, work of our labouring hands. Gladness and pity and passion and pain, all that is mortal in man, lay all before him, return him his gift, God, to whom ... Read more
- [Father, Take The Gifts We Bring](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-take-the-gifts-we-bring/): Father, take the gifts we bring, listen to the prayer we sing. Sanctify our sacrifice from heaven above. Draw us close to you, we pray, by the bread, we give this day. May we live by this great mystery of love. Take this bread and take this wine, offered to you, Lord divine, take our hearts and make them yours, O Lord, we pray. Make our faith and hope increase, let our charity bring peace, so that we may spread our love along the way. All we are and all we own, we now place before your throne, we unite it ... Read more
- [Almighty Father, Lord Most High](https://www.catholicutopia.com/almighty-father-lord-most-high/): Almighty Father, Lord most high, who madest all, who fillest all, thy name we praise and magnify, for all our needs on thee we call. We offer to thee of thine own ourselves and all that we can bring, in bread and cup before thee shown, our universal offering. All that we have we bring to thee, yet all is nought when all is done, save that in it thy love can see the sacrifice of thy dear Son. By his command in bread and cup, his body and his blood we plead; what on the cross he offered up is ... Read more
- [United In One Body](https://www.catholicutopia.com/united-in-one-body/): United in one body with Jesus Christ the Lord, we bring to our offering of bread and wine, O God. We are the wheat of Christ: if we be ground in the mill of life, may we be found pure bread. We are the grape of Christ: if we be crushed in the winepress of suffering, may we be found pure wine.
- [Blessed Are You, Lord God Of All Creation](https://www.catholicutopia.com/blessed-are-you-lord-god-of-all-creation/): Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation, thanks to your goodness, this bread we offer: fruit of the earth, work of our hands, it will become the bread of life. Blessed be God {3} for ever, amen. Blest are you, Lord, God of all creation, thanks to your goodness, this wine we offer: fruit of the vine, work of our hands, it will become the cup of joy.
- [Lord Accept The Gifts We Offer](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-accept-the-gifts-we-offer/): Lord, accept the gifts we offer at this Eucharistic feast, bread and wine to be transformed now through the action of thy priest take us too, Lord, and transform us, be thy grace in us increased. May our souls be pure and spotless as the host of wheat of fine; may all stain of sin be crushed out, like the grape that forms the wine, as we, too, become partakers, in this sacrifice divine. Take our gifts, almighty Father, living God, eternal, true, which we give through Christ, our Saviour, pleading here for us anew grant salvation to all present, and ... Read more
- [Blessed Be God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/blessed-be-god/): Blessed are you, Lord of creation, through your goodness, this bread we offer; fruit of the earth, and work of human hands, it will become the bread of life. Blessed be God {3} for evermore. Blessed are you, Lord of creation, through your goodness, this wine we offer; fruit of the vine, the work of human hands, it will become the cup of joy.
- [Take Our Bread](https://www.catholicutopia.com/take-our-bread/): Take our bread, we ask you, take our hearts, we love you, take our lives, O Father, we are yours, we are yours. Yours as we stand at the table you set, yours as we eat the bread our hearts can’t forget. We are the signs of your life with us yet; we are yours, we are yours. Your holy people we stand washed in your blood, Spirit-filled, yet hungry, we await your food. Poor though we are, we have brought ourselves to you: we are yours, we are yours.
- [On This Day Of Joy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/on-this-day-of-joy/): On this day of joy, on this day of hope, we come to you in love, O Lord. On this day of joy, on this day of hope, we come to you in love. With this bread and wine, we come to this Eucharistic feast. On this day of joy, on this day of hope, we come to you in love. Bread to be your body, Lord wine to be your saving blood. On this day of joy, on this day of hope, we come to you in love.
- [Coming Home](https://www.catholicutopia.com/coming-home/): I’ve wandered far away from God,now I’m coming home. The paths of sintoo long I’ve trod Lord. I’m coming home. Coming home [2] never more to roam.Open wide Thine arms of love,Lord, I’m coming home. I’ve wasted many precious years,now I’m coming home. I now repentwith bitter tears, Lord, I’m coming home.
- [Many Times I Have Turned](https://www.catholicutopia.com/many-times-i-have-turned/): Many times I have turned from the way of the Lord,many times I have chosen the darkness.In the light of the day, when the shadows are gone,all I see is my sin in its darkness. Jesus came to bring us mercy; Jesus cameto bring us life again. { He loves us. {3} I confess I have sinned in the sight of the Lord,through my pride, through my malice and weakness.I’ve rejected the promise that comes from the cross,where the Lord hung above us in meekness.
- [The Saviour Is Waiting](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-saviour-is-waiting/): The Saviour is waiting to enter your heartwhy don’t you let him come in?There’s nothing in this world to keep you apartwhat is your answer to him? Time after time he has waited before and nowhe is waiting again to see if you are willing toopen the door. O how he wants to come in. If you’ll take one step towards the Saviour,my friend, you’ll find his arms open wide;receive him and all of your darkness will end,within your heart, he’ll abide.
- [Jesus My Lord Behold](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jesus-my-lord-behold/): Jesus, my Lord, behold at length the timewhen I resolve to turn away from crime. O pardon me, Jesus; thy mercy I implore;I will never more offend thee, {2} no, nevermore. Kneeling in tears, behold me at thy feet;like Magdalene, forgiveness I entreat.
- [There Is Power In The Blood](https://www.catholicutopia.com/there-is-power-in-the-blood/): Would you be free from your burden of sin?There’s power in the blood, power in the blood;would you over evil a victory win?There’s wonderful power in the blood. There is power, power, wonderworking power in the blood of the Lamb.There is power, power wonder working powerin the precious blood of the Lamb. Would you be free from your passion and pride?There’s power in the blood, power in the blood;come for a cleansing to Calvary’s tide;there’s wonderful power in the blood. Would you be whiter much whiter than snow?There’s power in the blood, power in the blood;sin stains are washed in its ... Read more
- [Hosea](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hosea/): Come back to me with all your heart.Don’t let fear keep us apart. Trees do bend,‘though straight and tall; so must we to others’ call. Long have I waited for your coming,home to me and living deeply our new life. The wilderness will lead you to your heartwhere I will speak. Integrity and justice,with tenderness, you shall know.
- [For You Are My God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/for-you-are-my-god/): For you are my God: you alone are my joy.Defend me, O Lord. You give marvellous comrades to me:the faithful who dwell in your land. Those whochoose alien gods have chosen an alien band. You are my portion and cup; it is you thatI claim for my prize. Your heritage is my delight,the lot you have given me.
- [O Lord Be Not Mindful](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-be-not-mindful/): O Lord, be not mindful of our guiltand our sins, O Lord, do not judge usfor our faults and offences.May your merciful love be upon us. Help your people, Lord, O God our Saviour,deliver us for the glory of your name. Pardon us, O Lord, all our sins,deliver us for the glory of your name. Praise to you, O Lord, through all ageswithout end, deliver us for the glory of your name.
- [Give Me Thy Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/give-me-thy-heart/): “Give me thy heart,” says the Father above.No gift so precious to Him as our love;softly he whispers wherever thou art:“Gratefully trust me and give me thy heart.” “Give me thy heart, give me thy heart.”Hear the soft whisper, wherever thou art;from this dark world, he would draw thee apartspeaking so tenderly, “Give me thy heart.” “Give me thy heart,” says the Saviour of all,calling in mercy again and again;“Turn now from sin and evil departhave I not died for thee? Give me thy heart.” “Give me thy heart,” says the Spirit divine,“All that thou hast to my keeping resign;grace more ... Read more
- [Lord Who Throughout These Forty Days](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-who-throughout-these-forty-days/): Lord, who throughout these forty days,for us did fast and pray, teach us with youto mourn our sins and close by you to stay. As you with Satan did contend,and did the victory win, O give us strengthin you to fight, in you to conquer sin. As you did hunger and did thirst, so teach us,gracious Lord, to die to self, and so to liveby your most holy word. And through these days of penitence, and throughyour passion tide, forevermore, in life and death,O Lord, with us, abide.
- [Led By The Spirit](https://www.catholicutopia.com/led-by-the-spirit/): Led by the Spirit of our God, we go tofast and pray with Christ into the wilderness;we join his paschal way.“Rend not your garments, rend your hearts.Turn back your lives to me.”Thus says our kind and gracious God,whose reign is liberty. Led by the Spirit, we confront temptationface to face, and know full well we must relyon God’s redeeming grace.On bread alone, we cannot live,but nourished by the Wordwe seek the will of God to do:this is our drink and food. Led by the Spirit, now draw near the watersof rebirth with hearts that long to worship Godin Spirit and in ... Read more
- [Beyond The Days](https://www.catholicutopia.com/beyond-the-days/): Beyond the days of hope and mysterywe see a light of faith renewed,and in our longing, we thirst for guidanceto walk with you day by day. Forty days and nights, you guide the stepsof our journey. May your presence be feltin the whisper of your voice. Not on bread alone are we to walk on this journey.Speak the words that give life to the yearningsof our hearts. On our Lenten path, we see the dawn of a new day.Be our vision of hope; be the promise of our lives.
- [How To Make My 40 Days Of Lent Meaningful](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-to-make-my-40-days-of-lent-meaningful/): Every year we go through this Lenten Season and how many times have I asked myself, “How to make my 40 days of Lent meaningful? Once, Twice or never.! Or simply just followed for the sake of following as a Catholic because the church says us to do! We know Lenten Season to be 40 days of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. In these 40 days, I have known people taking up difficult tasks to do in Lent [self-made lent fasting rules ]. And I also know people who say, “I anyways needed to lose weight, so it’s ok to fast.” When ... Read more
- [The Lord Is Near](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-lord-is-near/): The Lord is near to all who call,rest in God alone, rest in God alone. God will guard your coming and your going;and will be the one to guard your life.The sun will not harm you in the daylight,and the Lord will watch you through the night. Lord, in you I come to take my refuge;through the night you ever counsel me.O Lord, you have formed me to be holyand to rest within you peacefully. Trust in God forever, O my people;pour out all your hearts before the Lord.Your God is a rock of strength, your glory;in the Lord is all ... Read more
- [Fear Not](https://www.catholicutopia.com/fear-not/): Fear not, for I am with you. [2]Be not be dismayed [2] for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, [2]yes, I will uphold you, I will uphold youwith my victorious right hand. I will direct you, I will guide you, [2]yes, I will protect you, I will protect youwith my victorious right hand. I will comfort you, I will save you, [2]yes, I will revive you, I will revive youwith my victorious right hand.
- [To You Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/to-you-lord/): To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul, O my God. O Lord, show your ways to me.Teach me your paths and keep me in the waysof your truth, for you are the God that saves me. The Lord is so good, so holy, sinners find the way,and in all that is right, he guides the humble.The poor he leads in his pathways. All-day long I hope in your goodness,remember your love, the love that you promised longago, and the kindness that you gave from of old.
- [Shelter Me O God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/shelter-me-o-god/): Shelter me, O God; hide me in the shadowof your wings. You alone are my hope. When my foes surround me, set me high abovetheir reach. Hear me when I call your name. As a mother gathers her young beneath her care,gather me into your arms. Though I walk in darkness, through the needle’seye of death, you will never leave my side.
- [Do Not Be Afraid](https://www.catholicutopia.com/do-not-be-afraid/): Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you.I have called you by your name, you are mine. When you walk through the waters I’ll be with you,you will never sink beneath the waves. When the fire is burning all around you,you will never be consumed by the flames. When the fear of loneliness is looming,then remember I am at your side.
- [O God Our Help In Ages Past](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-god-our-help-in-ages-past/): O God, our help in ages past, our hope for yearsto come, our shelter from the stormy blast,and our eternal home. Beneath the shadow of your throne your saintshave dwelt secure; sufficient is your arm alone,and our defense is sure. Before the hills in order stood, or earth receivedher frame, From everlasting you are God,to endless years the same. A thousand ages in your sight are like an eveninggone; Short as the watch that ends the nightbefore the rising sun.
- [We Three Kings Of Orient Are](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-three-kings-of-orient-are/): We, three kings of Orient are, bearing giftswe traverse afar Field and fountain, moorand mountain, following yonder star. O star of wonder, star of night,star with royal beauty bright,Westward leading, still proceeding,guide us to the perfect light. Born a king on Bethlehem’s plain, Gold I bring tocrown Him again; King forever, ceasing neverover us all to reign. Frankincense to offer have I: Incense ownsa deity nigh; prayer and praising, gladly raising,worship him, God, on high. Myrrh is mine; its bitter perfume breathes a lifeof gathering gloom; sorrowing, sighing, bleeding,dying, sealed in the stone-cold tomb.
- [Brightest And Best](https://www.catholicutopia.com/brightest-and-best/): Brightest and best of the stars of the morning,dawn on our darkness, and lend us thine aid;Star of the east, the horizon adorning,guide where our infant Redeemer is laid. Cold on his cradle the dewdrops are shininglow lies his head with the beasts of the stall;angels adore him in slumber reclining,Maker and Monarch and Saviour of all. Shall we then yield him, in costly devotion,odours of Edom, and offerings divine,gems of the mountain, and pearls of the ocean,myrrh from the forest, and gold from the mine?
- [As With Gladness Men Of Old](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-with-gladness-men-of-old/): As with gladness men of old did theguiding star behold; As with joy theyhailed its light, Leading onward,beaming bright; so, most graciousLord, may we evermore your splendour see. As with joyful steps they sped to thatlowly manger bed, there to bend theknee before Christ whom heaven andearth adore; so may we with hurried pacerun to seek your throne of grace. As they offered gifts most rare at thatmanger crude and bare; so may we thisholy day, drawn to you without delay,all our costliest treasures bring,Christ, to you, our heavenly King.
- [Away In A Manger](https://www.catholicutopia.com/away-in-a-manger/): Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head;the stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes;but little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes;I love thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky,and stay by my bedside till morning is nigh. Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask thee to stayclose by me forever, and love me, I pray:bless all the dear children in thy tender care,and fit us for heaven to live with thee there.
- [A Light Has Shown](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-light-has-shown/): A light has shone upon us this day;for the Lord, our Saviour is born for us. And we shall call him: Wonder Counsellor,Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. And his dominion far and wide shall spread,bringing peace; so tender God’s love for mankind. With perfect justice, he will rule the world, andwith peace. The peoples with his truth, he will judge.
- [O Little Town Of Bethlehem](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-little-town-of-bethlehem/): O little town of Bethlehem, how stillwe see thee lie. Above thy deep and dreamlesssleep the silent stars go by;yet in thy dark streets shineththe everlasting Light;the hopes and fears of all the yearsare met in thee tonight. For Christ is born of Mary, and gatheredall above, While mortals sleep,the angels keep their watch of wondering love.O morning stars, together proclaim the holy birth.And praises sing to God the King,and peace to all on earth. How silently, how silently, the wondrousgift is given. So God imparts to human heartsThe blessings of his heaven.No ear may hear his coming,but in this world ... Read more
- [Today Our Saviour Is Born](https://www.catholicutopia.com/today-our-saviour-is-born/): Today our Saviour is born! {2}This is the day, this is the day,Christ, our Saviour is born! Sing to our God a joyful song!Everyone bless God’s name. Tell of God’swondrous deeds; sing to all the world. Heaven be glad and earth rejoice,let every ocean roar! Every forest, every treejoin the song of joy! Cry out with joy for God has come,come to rule the earth. God will rule the worldwith love, righteousness and truth.
- [All Come Ye And Adore](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-come-ye-and-adore/): All come ye and adore him who lies in the manger.He’s God, not a stranger, and craves for our love. Rise up, ye, O shepherds rejoice in yoursadness; the tidings bring gladnessthe Saviour is born. {2}
- [Hark The Herald Angels Sing](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hark-the-herald-angels-sing/): Hark, the herald angels sing: glory to thenew-born King; Peace on earth and mercy mild,God and sinners reconciled;joyful all ye nations rise, join the triumphof the skies, With the angelic host proclaim,Christ is born in Bethlehem. Hark, the heraldangels sing: “Glory to the newborn King.” Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ, theeverlasting Lord, late in time behold him come,offspring of the Virgin’s wombVeiled in flesh the Godhead see, hail the incarnatedeity. Pleased as man with man to dwell,Jesus, our Emmanuel. Hark, the heraldangels sing: “Glory to the newborn King.” Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace. Hail the Sunof Righteousness. Light and ... Read more
- [Wake From Your Sleep](https://www.catholicutopia.com/wake-from-your-sleep/): Wake from your sleep, a Saviour is born.God’s holy child gives light to this morn,all our God whose glory we tell. Come from your fields as shepherds of old.Welcome this child whom prophets foretold.God has made the earth his home.Praise to our God, the Saviour has come. Stay with us now, O Lord of the earth.Make of our hearts a place for your birth.Though our cares be great or small,Jesus the Lord, be born in us all. Now shall the earth take joy in her tears.Now shall our hearts be turned from their fears.All the earth shall sing God’s praise.Jesus the ... Read more
- [The First Noel](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-first-noel/): The first Noel the angel did saywas to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay;in fields where they lay, keeping their sheep,in a cold winter’s night that was so deep: Noel, Noel [2] born is the King of Israel. They looked up and saw a star,shining in the east, beyond them far;and to the earth, it gave great light,and so it continued both day and night: And by the light of that same star,three wise men came from country far;to seek for a king was their intent,and to follow the star wheresoever it went: Their star drew night to the ... Read more
- [Lord Today](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-today/): Lord, today we have seen your glory,dawn follows the night.We, your people who walked in darknessnow have seen a great light. A child is born, a Son given us, on himdominion shall rest. His name shall beWonderful God. Counsellor, Prince of Peace. The Lord is King, the nations rejoice, let allGod’s people be glad. The heavens proclaimjustice for all. Glory has filled the land. The days will come, the Lord promised us,when God would raise up a shoot to rule the land.reign as a king, whose name is Lord the Just.
- [Joy To The World](https://www.catholicutopia.com/joy-to-the-world/): Joy to the world, the Lord has come;let earth receive her King;let every heart, prepare him room,and heaven and nature sing, [2]and heaven, and heaven and nature sing. Joy to the earth, the Saviour reigns:let men their songs employ,while fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains,{ repeat the sounding joy [2]repeat, repeat the sounding joy. He rules the world with truth and grace,and makes the nations provethe glories of his righteousness,and wonders of his love [2]and wonders, and wonders of his love.
- [Come To The Manger](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-the-manger/): Come, come, come to the manger,children, come to the children’s King.Sing, sing chorus of angels,stars of morning, over Bethlehem sing. He lies mid the beasts of the stall,who is maker and Lord of us all.The wintry wind blows cold and dreary,see he weeps, the world is weary,Lord, have pity and mercy on me. He leaves all his glory behindto be born and to die for mankind,with grateful beasts his cradle chooses,thankless men, his love refuses.Lord, have pity and mercy on me.
- [Everyday It's Christmas](https://www.catholicutopia.com/everyday-its-christmas/): Glory to God peace to his people on earth.We bring you tidings of joyto share to all the world around:for you, a Saviour is born,a baby swathed in rags,lying in a manger of straw: Emmanuel. Christmas comes just once a year – but in your heart, you know for sure,Christmas isn’t Christmasif it doesn’t last forever. Alleluia, allelu,fill every moment with his goodnessalleluia, every day for every day it’s Christmas! Gratitude is the reason why we are here.We want to sing it aloudto make the world a lot more gratefulfor the happiness, we have cometo cherish and sharesince Jesus came to ... Read more
- [Angels We Have Heard On High](https://www.catholicutopia.com/angels-we-have-heard-on-high/): Angels we have heard on high, sweetlysinging over the plains and in mountainsin reply echo still their joyous strains. Gloria in Excelsis Deo. [2] Shepherds, why this jubilee? Why your rapturousstrain prolong? Say what may your tidings be,which inspire your heavenly song. Come to Bethlehem and see Him whose birththe angels sing: come, adore on bended kneethe infant Christ, the newborn King.
- [Children Run Joyfully](https://www.catholicutopia.com/children-run-joyfully/): Children run joyfully, Jesus is born.Tell all the mountains to sing.Pray to our Father in heaven this day:thank you, for Jesus is born. Shepherds stood watching, keeping their sheep,and suddenly angels appeared.“Don’t be afraid. We bring you great joy:Your Saviour is born this night.” “And this will be a sign to you:the baby will lie in a manger in the cityof David, in Bethlehem. Go now, visit your Lord.”
- [Silent Night Holy Night](https://www.catholicutopia.com/silent-night-holy-night/): Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright.Round yon Virgin Mother and Child,Holy Infant so tender and mild,sleep in heavenly peace. [2] Silent night, holy night, darkness flies, and all is light;shepherds hear the angels sing, Alleluia,hail the King. Jesus the Saviour is here.” [2] Silent night, holy night, Guiding Star,O lend thy light; see the eastern wise men bringgifts of homage to our King;Jesus the Saviour is here. [2] Silent night, holy night, Wondrous Star,O lend thy light; with the angels let us singalleluia to our King.Jesus our Saviour is here. [2]
- [O Come All Ye Faithful](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-come-all-ye-faithful/): O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant,O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem;come and behold him, born the King of angels; O come, let us adore him {3} Christ the Lord. Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation,sing, all ye citizens of heaven above.Glory to God, all glory in the highest; Yea, Lord, we greet thee, born this happy morning,Jesus, to thee be all glory given;Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing;
- [Go Up to The Mountain](https://www.catholicutopia.com/go-up-to-the-mountain/): Go up to the mountain, joyful, bearer of good news, shout with a full voice, our God is near. Those who hope in the Lord find theirstrength renewed, they soar like an eagle,like an eagle they fly. Those who hope in the Lord, never grow wearyand never lose heart, should they run or walk. See, the Lord is coming, is coming with strengthlike a shepherd, leading the flock.
- [On Jordan's Bank](https://www.catholicutopia.com/on-jordans-bank/): On Jordan’s bank the Baptist’s cry announcesthat the Lord is nigh; awake and hearken,for he brings glad tidings of the King of kings. Then cleansed be every soul from sin; make straightthe way of God within, prepare we in our heartsa home, where such a mighty guest may come. For thou art our salvation, Lord, our refugeand our sure reward; shine forth, and let thy lightrestore our souls to heavenly grace once more.
- [Let The King Of Glory Come](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-the-king-of-glory-come/): Lift up, you gates, lift up your arches:let the King of glory come!Lift up your hearts and sing, you people:let the King of glory come! Who is the King of glory? Our God, holyand strong! Who is the Lord of majesty?Our God, mighty and strong! Come, O come, Emmanuel: come and dwellwith us! Come, O Come, you Lord of might:banish death and fear.
- [Come Emmanuel](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-emmanuel/): Come, Emmanuel, come, save us, your people. O Christ, you are our feast, O Christ, you are our life.O Christ, you are our way, O Christ, you are our joy. O Christ, you are our star, O Christ, you are our fire. O Christ, you are our Pasch, O Christ, you are our Bread.
- [The Hour Has Struck](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-hour-has-struck/): The hour has struck for your saving,rejoice, redemption is nigh. The time appointed has come,for the kingdom of God is approaching,Lift up your head, the hour of hope is at hand. The time appointed has come,for today you are called by your Saviour,listen to him, receive with fervour the good news. The time appointed has come,for the Lord calls and gathers disciples.Come, follow him that he may give you new life.
- [O Come O Come Emmanuel](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-come-o-come-emmanuel/): O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransomcaptive Israel, that mourns in lonely exile hereuntil the Son of God appear. Rejoice, rejoice, Emmanuelshall come to you, O Israel. O come, now Wisdom from on high,who orders all things mightily; to us the pathof knowledge show, and teach us in her ways to go. O come, O come, now Lord of might,who to your tribes on Sinai’s heightin ancient times you gave the law,in cloud, and majesty, and awe.
- [While We Are Waiting](https://www.catholicutopia.com/while-we-are-waiting/): While we are waiting, come [ 2 ] Jesus our LordEmmanuel, while we are waiting, come. With power and glory, come [ 2 ] Jesus our LordEmmanuel, while we are waiting, come.
- [Save Us O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/save-us-o-lord/): Save us, O Lord; carry us back.Rouse your power and come. Rescue yourpeople; show us your face. Bring us back. O Shepherd of Israel, hear us. Returnand we shall be saved. Arise, O Lord;hear our cries, O Lord: bring us back. How long will you hide from your people?We long to see your face. Give ear to us.Draw near to us, Lord God of hosts.
- [Sing Out Earth And Skies](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sing-out-earth-and-skies/): Come, O God of all the earth: come to us,O Righteous One; come, and bring our loveto birth: in the glory of your Son. Sing out, earth and skies. Sing of the Godwho loves you. Raise your joyful cries.Dance to the life around you. Come, O God of wind and flame: fill theearth with righteousness; teach us all to singyour name: may our lives your love confess. Come, O God of flashing light: twinkling starand burning sun; God of day and God of night:in your light we all are one. Come, O God of snow and rain: shower downupon the earth; ... Read more
- [We Long To See Thee So](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-long-to-see-thee-so/): We long to see thee so, to see thee newly born,we long for Christmas morn, the sands of time run slow. O come, O come, O come our Saviour dear to be;O come, O come, O come we have no king but thee. We long to see thee so, to see the angels’ glory,to hear the midnight story and with the shepherds go.
- [Every Valley](https://www.catholicutopia.com/every-valley/): Every valley shall be exalted and everyhill made low. And all God’s peopleshall see together the glory of the Lord. A voice cries out in the wilderness,“Prepare the way of the Lord, Make straightin the desert a highway, a highway for our God.” Comfort all my people. The time for war is gone.The blind shall see, the deaf shall hear,the lame shall leap for joy. Stand upon the mountain top. O lift your voiceto the world. Sing joyfully, Jerusalem:“Behold, behold your God.”
- [Come To Set Us Free](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-set-us-free/): Come to set us free, come to make us your own.Come to show the way to your people, yourchosen. Open our lives to the light of yourpromise. Come to our hearts with healing,come to our minds with power,come to us and bring us your life. You are light which shines in darkness,Morning start which never sets.Open our eyes which only dimly seethe truth which sets us free. You are promise of salvation, you areGod in human form. Bring to our worldof emptiness and fear the Word we long to hear.
- [Be Born In Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/be-born-in-us/): Be born in us, Incarnate Love. [2]take our flesh and blood and give us your humanity. Take our eyes and give us your vision;Take our minds and give us your pure thought. Take our feet and set them in your path;take our hands and fold them in your prayer. Take our hearts and give them your will to love.
- [Lift Up Your Heads](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lift-up-your-heads/): Lift up your heads to the coming King,Bow before him, and adore him, sing.To his majesty, let your praises be;pure and holy, giving glory to the King of kings. [2]
- [Enter In The Wilderness](https://www.catholicutopia.com/enter-in-the-wilderness/): Enter in the wilderness, the Lord is coming,in the desert make the highway straight.Every valley shall be lifted up before him,every mountain levelled at his feet. God comes, run out to meet him;God comes, hurry to greet him; God comes,try to be ready, for the King is on his way, so… Christ comes, now we will heed him; Christcomes, all of us need him; Christ comes, hopeof all nations, Sun of Justice, Prince of Peace, so…
- [Bestir Thy Power](https://www.catholicutopia.com/bestir-thy-power/): Bestir thy power and come, Lord!To save our sin-laden race; reveal thy bountyand goodness, diffuse thy splendour and grace. Lift your eyes to the hill, seek the Saviouruntil he appears. It is God who comes to our aid;God incarnate our ransom has paid. From the Lord comes release, he makes evilto cease all around. Night and day, he guards usfrom harm; we depend on the strength of his arm.
- [Emmanuel](https://www.catholicutopia.com/emmanuel/): Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is calledEmmanuel. God with us, revealed in us,his name is called Emmanuel. Prepare the way, prepare the way,a voice cries out: “Prepare the way.”A desert voice, “Make straight his paths,”a voice cries out: “Prepare the way.” He brings good news, he brings good news,the Son of God, he brings good news.The reign of God is now at hand,the Son of God, he brings good news.
- [Open the Heavens](https://www.catholicutopia.com/open-the-heavens/): Open the heavens, Lord; come to your people.Hide not your face, O God.Open the heavens, Lord, come to your people.Open the heavens and come. Look on the sheep of your pasture, Lord.Water your vineyard again. Scattered and broken,return to our aid. Open the heavens and come. Wake, awake, O Israel; see your light has come.Rise and clothe yourself in strength,know your Lord is near. Lift up your eyes to the heavens, today.Listen to hear when he comes.Know that salvation will break like the dawn.Open the heavens and come.
- [Waiting In Silence](https://www.catholicutopia.com/waiting-in-silence/): Waiting in silence, waiting in hope;we are your people, we long for you, Lord.God ever with us, Emmanuel,come, Lord Jesus, Maranatha! Waiting in silence, waiting in hope;we are your people, we trust in your love.O Sun of Justice, true Prince of Peace,come with your justice, Lord, Maranatha! Waiting in silence, waiting in hope;we are your people, Lord, we seek your truth.Wisdom Incarnate, teach us your way;show us the path of life, Maranatha!
- [Still Holy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/still-holy/): “Still Holy” Lyrics is written by Morgan Saulsberry, Aaron Roberts, Will Thomas, Zinzile Sibanda, Ryan Oféi, Brandon Lake, and Jonathan Jay. This Worship Songs and Praise features Maverick City Music artists, the Tribl Choir, and many other Tribl family and friends. My mind is made up Without distractionI worship You and You alone I won’t bow in reverence before an idol I’ll join and sing the angels song You’re still holy Above it all above it all You’re still sovereign You never left Your throne Lord You reign Be lifted higher Lord you reign even in the fire No weapon fashioned ... Read more
- [Before And After](https://www.catholicutopia.com/before-and-after/): Worship and Praise Song – Before and After song Lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Amanda Lindsey Cook, Jason Ingram, and Steven Furtick. I’m a picture of Your faithfulnessI’m a miracle in process God I never would have guessed That You were working in the darkness Oh This is my before and after Oh There’s a new light in my eyes Oh Some things the camera can’t capture Oh I was dead now I’m alive You taught my heart to beat again When everything felt lifeless You lifted me up from the depths And You gave me back ... Read more
- [Mercy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/mercy/): Worship and Praise Song – Mercy song Lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Chris Brown, Jason Ingram and Dante Bowe. I’m living proof Of what the mercy of God can do If You knew me then You’d believe me now He turned my whole life upside down He took the old and He made it new That’s just what the mercy of God can do Now I’m alive to tell the story How I’ve overcome It’s His goodness and mercy And the power of His blood I’m so glad that my freedom Wasn’t based on what I’ve done ... Read more
- [Come Again](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-again/): Worship and Praise Song – Come Again song Lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Chandler Moore, Brandon Lake, Steven Furtick and Dante Bowe. I’ll wait for You to come I’ll wait for You to come Cause when I’m with You Lord It always leaves me wanting more Here’s our praise You can dwell within Come again Come again Let the glory in I’m open, I’m open Come againLet the glory inI’m open, I’m open It’s not a building You wanna fill It’s my heart This empty space Is what You wanted all along
- [Names](https://www.catholicutopia.com/names/): Worship and Praise Song – Names song Lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Tiffany Hudson, Amanda Lindsey Cook and Jason Ingram. You are the medicine The only cure for everything I feel within Redeeming what was lost and all that could have been Oh this is a healing kind of love You are the truest friend Staying through the night when I was at my end Comforting my heart till it was light again Oh this is a faithful kind of love Everlasting Father Prince of Peace Immanuel, God with us You’re here with me Wonderful Counselor The ... Read more
- [Used To This](https://www.catholicutopia.com/used-to-this/): Worship and Praise Song – Used to this lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. From the album Old Church Basement. Written by Naomi Raine, Brandon Lake, Aaron Moses and Steven Furtick. Time stands still Whenever I’m with You No more important place to go There’s no rush Not in a hurry It’s ok to take it slow Minutes turning into hours Doesn’t really matter I just want You You’re the only one I’m after Spirit come in power I just want You Lord forgive me I’ve been too busy Trying to do this on my own Your embrace Is what ... Read more
- [Shall Not Want](https://www.catholicutopia.com/shall-not-want/): Shall not want lyrics. Worship/ Gospel Song by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Will You be my light, when I cannot see When I can’t take another step, Lord, would You carry me When I’ve lost my fight, will You be my strength Will You set me a table in the presence of my enemies I shall not want, I shall not want Oh my soul’s got a shepherd in the valley and I shall not want I shall not want, I shall not want Cause my cup’s running over, running over and I shall not want I will lift my ... Read more
- [Million Little Miracles](https://www.catholicutopia.com/million-little-miracles/): Million Little Miracles by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Steven Furtick, Chris Brown and Brandon Lake. New Worship Song and the song itself touches the heart of many with its lyrics. Even in my ups and downs my whole life went so smooth, it’s nothing less than a miracle. I have learned things the hard way because of my actions, and I learn from it. Still I have been given all grace and blessings I do not deserve. It’s nothing less than a miracle. And I know Its all from above God the Father Almighty. All my life I’ve ... Read more
- [Greatest Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/greatest-lord/): Greatest Lord by Sinach. Beautiful worship and a gospel song declaring God’s sovereignty and Lordship over every situation that we and the whole world goes through. Let’s bow down before the Lord, before His Throne pouring our all hearts to Him in worship. The Lord’s name is greater than everything. Greater than your pain, greater than your worries, greater than depression, greater than fear. Cast out all your burden ad worries unto Him and let His power take it all over you. Just bow unto Him. Lord, I bow before Your Holy thronePouring my heart to You in worshipLord, I bow ... Read more
- [I Thank God Maverick City](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-thank-god-maverick-city/): I Thank God by Maverick City Lyrics full song. I Thank God by Maverick City is written by Jesse Cline, Maryanne J George, Dante Bowe, Aaron Moses, and Chuck Butler. Listen to the full song and get the lyrics I Thank God by Maverick City below. Wandering into the nightWanting a place to hideThis weary soul, this bag of bonesAnd I tried with all my mindAnd I just can’t win the fightI’m slowly drifting, oh bag of boneAnd just when I ran out of roadI met a man I didn’t knowAnd he told meThat I was not alone He picked me ... Read more
- [Jireh](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jireh/): Jireh Lyrics by Elevation Worship and Maverick City. Written by Steven Furtick, Chandler Moore, Naomi Raine and Chris Brown. In the song, Jireh means the God who provides and what He provides is enough. He is enough for me for all my needs. I’ll never be more loved than I am right nowWasn’t holding You up so there’s nothing I can do to let You down Doesn’t take a trophy to make You proud I’ll never be more loved than I am right now Going through a storm but I won’t go down I hear Your voice carried in the rhythm ... Read more
- [Help Is On The Way Lyrics - TobyMac](https://www.catholicutopia.com/help-is-on-the-way-lyrics/): Help is on the way lyrics. Song by TobyMac. Follow TobyMac on Instagram – Facebook – Twitter. Help is on the way lyrics gives you assurance that help from God is always on the way whenever you need it. He hears your pray, knows you deeply everything you are going through. It may be midnight or mid-day Never early, never late He gon’ stand by what He claim I’ve lived enough life to say I heard your heartI see your painOut in the darkOut in the rainFeel so alone Feel so afraid I heard you pray in Jesus’ name It may ... Read more
- [Talking to Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/talking-to-jesus/): Talking to Jesus Lyrics by Elevation Worship & Maverick City. Written by Steven Furtick, Brandon Lake, Chris Brown. Talking to Jesus lyrics is like a testimony led to talking to Jesus and evangelizing how beautiful it is to talk to Jesus. Grandma used to pray out loadBy her bed every nightTo me it sounded like mumblingLike she was out of her mindShe said boy this kind of praying is what saved my lifeYou oughta try it some timeNow I know she was right She was talking to JesusShe was talking to JesusShe’d been talking to Jesus for all of her life ... Read more
- [Fresh Wind  Hillsong Worship](https://www.catholicutopia.com/fresh-wind-hillsong-worship/): Fresh Wind Hillsong Worship Lyrics Words and Music by Matt Crocker, Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood & David Ware. Fresh Wind Hillsong Worship song is a song of prayer asking to pour out God’s spirit within us and in our lives. The very same spirit Jesus promised us to be with us. Spirit SoundRushing windFire of God fall withinHoly GhostBreathe on us we pray As we repentTurn from sinRevival embers smoulderingBreath of GodFan us into flame We need a fresh windThe fragrance of heavenPour Your Spirit outPour Your Spirit out For hearts that burnWith holy fearPurified in faith and deedRefiner’s fireStrengthen what ... Read more
- [Hold On To Me - Lauren Daigle](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hold-on-to-me/): Hold on to me by Lauren Daigle is a beautiful prayer song. Where an individual is asking Jesus to hold onto him/her in all the worst situations, in difficult times, in bad decisions. God’s love is greater than any love. This song is suited as a prayer song. Below is the lyrics for hold on to me. When the best of me is barely breathingWhen I’m not somebody I believe inHold on to meWhen I miss the light the night has stolenWhen I am slamming all the doors You’ve openedHold on to me, hold on to me Hold on to me ... Read more
- [What A Beautiful Name](https://www.catholicutopia.com/what-a-beautiful-name/): What a beautiful name is one of the beautiful worship songs by Hillsong Worship written by Ben Fielding and Brooke Ligertwood. Greatly suited for praise and worship, eucharistic adoration and a song for Easter. You were the Word at the beginningOne with God the Lord Most HighYour hidden glory in creationNow revealed in You our Christ What a beautiful Name it isWhat a beautiful Name it isThe Name of Jesus Christ my KingWhat a beautiful Name it isNothing compares to thisWhat a beautiful Name it isThe Name of Jesus You didn’t want heaven without usSo Jesus You brought heaven downMy sin ... Read more
- [Alive In Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/alive-in-us/): Verse 1: Great is Your love Let the whole earth sing Let the whole earth sing You reached for us from on heaven’s throne When we had no hope You are the Way There is no other You are the Way There is no other Chorus: You rose from death to victory You reign in life oh Majesty Your Name be high and lifted up Jesus Jesus Alive in us Verse 2: You outshine the sun You are glorious You are glorious Lord over all You have made us new We owe it all to You In everything be exalted In ... Read more
- [Alive](https://www.catholicutopia.com/alive/): I was lost with a broken heartYou picked me up, now I’m set apartFrom the ash I am born againForever safe in the Savior’s handsYou are more than my words could sayI’ll follow You Lord for all my daysI’ll fix my eyes, follow in Your waysForever free in unending grace ‘Cause You are, You are, You are my freedomWe lift You higher, lift You higherYour love, Your love, Your love never endingOh oh oh You are alive in usNothing can take Your placeYou are all we needYour love has set us free, oh Oh In the midst of the darkest nightLet ... Read more
- [All Things New](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-things-new/): VERSE 1 Your love’s making all things new You’re working in all for good For the things of this world There is hope renewed In the life that is found in You CHORUS You make all things new You make all things new Yesterday and forever Your love never changing This hope never fading Hallelujah VERSE 2 My faith is in things unseen Bringing life where it has not been Speaking things that are not As if they were I am alive in You BRIDGE The heavens have been opened I know that I am chosen I am alive in You ... Read more
- [Aftermath](https://www.catholicutopia.com/aftermath/): VERSE 1 The skies lay low where You are On the earth You rest Your feet Yet the hands that cradle the stars Are the hands that bled for me CHORUS 1 In a moment Of glorious surrender You were broken For all the world to see Lifted out of the ashes I am found in the aftermath VERSE 2 Freedom found in Your scars In Your grace my life redeemed For You chose to take the sinner’s crown As You placed Your crown on me CHORUS 2 In that moment of glorious surrender Was the moment You broke the chains ... Read more
- [Adonai](https://www.catholicutopia.com/adonai/): I lift my voice  I lift my praise to You  I lift my hands  I lift my worship to You  And I love You more than I can say  Oh I love You more than I can say Ever I will sing Only You will I adore Glorify my Lord Only You will I serve For the world will fade away Still my song to You remains Only You will I adore Oh I love You always Oh I love You always
- [Across The Earth](https://www.catholicutopia.com/across-the-earth/): Across the earth Your praises rise We lift our voice Call upon Your Name You gave us hope That never ends In Christ alone The victory remains Pre-Chorus: For You are great and mighty Let the nations sing Chorus: Your praise fills the heavens For You Have redeemed us Our hope Is in You alone The cross has released us To sing Of Your freedom By grace You make all things new Verse 2: You came to us To save our lives The love of God Was seen upon the cross You rose again The glory Yours The highest praise belongs ... Read more
- [Above All](https://www.catholicutopia.com/above-all/): How blessed are those who dwell in Your houseWhose lives become roads that You travelThey wind through the valley’s to the light of the sun One day in this beautiful place to worshipYour house is our homeWhere our faces will shine in the light of the son Our God reignsOur God reignsOur God reigns above all Our God reignsOur God reignsOur God reigns above all Our God reignsOur God reignsOur God reigns above all Our God reigns(How blessed are those who dwell in Your house)Our God reigns(Whose lives become roads that You travel) Our God reigns(They wind through the valley)Above all(To ... Read more
- [Abba, Father](https://www.catholicutopia.com/abba-father/): Abba, Father how I love YouStrong hands guides meVoice that soothes me And I’m coming to Your open arms againThe more I know You the more I love youThe more I need to worship and adore youYes I’m coming to Your open arms again Precious Savior my lips will praise YouAll I have with all I amI will love you, I will love you. Abba Father you know I love YouYou know I need to worship and adore youAnd I’m coming to Your steadfast love againThe more I know You the more I love youThe more I need to worship and ... Read more
- [A Million Suns](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-million-suns/): You stand eternal The uncreated One Who knows no end The starry wonders The vast expanses Bound to Your command CHORUS: You shine like a million suns ablaze Wrapped in eternal light and praise Jesus the First the Last The Bright and Morning Star You spoke creation Into existence Life and all we are Beyond all measure The universe An echo of Your power BRIDGE: Everlasting Never ending You will reign forevermore You are holy You are worthy Lord of all
- [Awake My Soul](https://www.catholicutopia.com/awake-my-soul/): There is a sound I love to hearIt’s the sound of the Saviour’s robe As He walks into the room where people pray Where we hear praises He hears faith There is a sound I love to hearIt’s the sound of the Saviour’s robe As He walks into the room where people pray Where we hear praises He hears faith Awake my soul and sing Sing His praise aloud Sing His praise aloud Awake my soul and sing Sing His praise aloud Sing His praise aloud There is a sound that changes things The sound of His people on their knees ... Read more
- [I lift My Eyes To The Mountains](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-lift-my-eyes-to-the-mountains/): I lift my eyes to the mountains; from where shall come my help? My help shall come from the Lord, our God; it is he who made heaven and earth. May he never allow you to stumble, let him sleep not, your guard. No, he sleeps not nor slumbers. the Lord, Israel’s guard. The Lord is your guard and your shade, at your right side he stands. By day the sun shall not smite you, nor the moon in the night.
- [You Are Mine](https://www.catholicutopia.com/you-are-mine/): I will come to you in the silence, I will lift you from all your fear. You will hear my voice, I claim you as my choice, be still and know I am here. Do not be afraid, I am with you. I have called you each by name. Come and follow me, I will bring you home; I love you and you are mine. I am hope for all who are hopeless, I am eyes for all who log to see. In the shadows of the night, I will be your light, come and rest in me. I am strength ... Read more
- [In The Lord Is My Hope](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-the-lord-is-my-hope/): In the Lord, is my hope. In the Lord, is my healp. He’s my shield and my strength. He’s my fortress: I stand firm. I’ve no fear of the night and its shadow, I’ve no fear of the plague that prowls around, for your light shines, O Lord, in the darkness, and your brightness leads me on. I’ve no fear if alone I’ll be walking, I’ve no fear if the journey is so long, for it’s you, Lord, the way to the Father, on your path, I am safe. I’ve no fear of the death that surrounds me, I’ve no fear ... Read more
- [Come As You Are](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-as-you-are/): Come as you are, that’s how I want you. Come as you are, feel quite at home. Close to my heart, loved and forgiven; come as you are, why stand alone? No need to fear, love, sets no limits. No need to fear, love never ends. Don’t run away shamed and disheartened. Rest in my love, trust me again. I came to call sinners, not just the virtuous. I came to bring peace, not to condemn. Each time you fail to live by my promise, why do you think I’d love you the less? Come as you are, that’s how I ... Read more
- [My Soul In Stillness Waits](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-soul-in-stillness-waits/): For you, O Lord, my soul in stillness waits, truely my hope is in you. O Lord of light, our only hope of glory, your radiance shines in all who look to you, come,light the hearts of all in dark and shadow. O Spring of Joy, rain down upon our spirits, our thirsty hearts are yearning for you Word, come, make us whole, be comfort to our hearts. Come, let us bow before the God who made us, let every heart be opened to the Lord, for we are all the people of his hand.
- [May Your Love Be Upon Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/may-your-love-be-upon-us/): May your love be upon us, O LOrd, as we place all our hope in you. Give thanks to the Lord upon the harp, with a ten-stringed lute sing him songs, O sing him a song that is new, play loudly with all your skill. By his word the heavens were made, by the breath of his mouth all the stars. He collects the waves of the ocean; he stores up the depths of the sea. Our soul is waiting, waiting for the Lord. The Lord is our help and our shield. In him do our hearts find joy. We trust ... Read more
- [Only In God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/only-in-god/): Only in God will my soul be at rest. From him comes my hope, my salvation. He alone is my rock of safety, my strength, my glory, my God. Trust in him at all times, O people, and pour our your hearts. God himself is a refuge for us and a stronghold for our fear. Many times have I heard him tell of his long-lasting love. You yourself, Lord, reward all who labour for love of our name.
- [We Will Walk Through The Valley](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-will-walk-through-the-valley/): We will walk through the valley in the shadow of death. We will walk through the darkness without fear. Though the night may be long, the dark enclosing, we know Jesus, our morning light is near. He has walked through the valley of the shadow of death, he has walked through the night of fear alone. through the darkness had gathered to destroy him he was there as the rising of the sun. We will walk in the glory of the bright morning sun, we will walk in the light that guides our way. For with Jesus the Lord of light ... Read more
- [If God Is For Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/if-god-is-for-us/): If God is for us, who can be against, if the Spirit of God has set us free? I know that nothing in this world can ever take us from his love. Nothing can take us from his love, poured out in Jesus, the Lord. And nothing present or to come can ever take us from his love.
- [Rock Of Ages](https://www.catholicutopia.com/rock-of-all-ages/): Rock of all Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee; let the water and the blood, from thy riven side which flowed, be of sin the double cure, cleanse me from its guilt and power. Not the labours of my hands can fulfil thy laws’ demands; Could my zeal no respite know, could my tears forever flow, all for sin could not atone; thou must save, and Thou alone. While I draw this fleeting breath, when my eyelids close in death, when I soar to worlds unknown, see thee on thy judgement throne, Rock of all Ages, cleft ... Read more
- [O For A Faith](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-for-a-faith/): O for a faith that will not shrink, through pressed by every foe, that will not tremble on the brink of any earthly woe. That will not murmur nor complain beneath the chastening rod, but in the hour of grief and pain will lean upon its God. A faith that shines more brighter and clear when tempests rage without; that, when in danger, knows no fear, in darkness feels no doubt. Lord, give us such a faith as this, and then, whatever meay come, we will taste even here, the hallowed bliss of an eternal home.
- [We Remember](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-remember/): We remember how you loved us to your death, and still we celebrate, for you are with us here; and we believe that we will see you when you come in your glory, Lord. We remember, we celebrate, we believe. Here, a million wounded souls are yearning just to touch you and be healed. Gather all your people, and hold them to your heart. Now we recreate your love, we bring the bread and wine to share a meal. Sign of grace and mercy, the presence of the Lord.
- [Dwelling Place](https://www.catholicutopia.com/dwelling-place/): I fall on my knees to the father of Jesus, the Lord who has shown us the glory of God. May Christ in his love give us strength for our living, the strength of the spirit, the glory of God. May Christ find a dwelling place of faith in our hearts. May our lives be rooted in love. {2} May grace and peace be yours in God our Father, and in the Son.
- [Father Of The Fathers](https://www.catholicutopia.com/faith-of-the-fathers/): Faith of the fathers living still in spite of dungeon, fire and sword: O how our hearts beat high with joy, whenever we hear that glorious word: Faith of our fathers, holy faith. We will be true to thee till death. The martyrs, chained in prison dark, were still in heart and conscience free: and truly blest would be our fate, if we, like them, should die for thee. Faith of the martyrs, holy faith. We will be true to thee till death. Faith of our mothers Mary’s prayers shall win all nations unto thee; and through the truth that comes ... Read more
- [With Joy Let Us Go](https://www.catholicutopia.com/with-joy-let-us-go/): Thanks be to God. Gathered around the table of the Lord, we have listened to his word, we have eaten of the bread that was broken at the table as the token of the glory to come. With joy let us go into the world now singing: thanks be to God. I am sending you out like sheep to the pack of wolves. You must be as cautious as snakes and as gentle as doves. You shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
- [Now Let Us From This Table Rise](https://www.catholicutopia.com/now-let-us-from-this-table-rise/): Now let us from this table rise renewed in body, mind, and soul; with Christ we die and live again, his selfless love has made us whole. With minds alert, upheld by grace, to spread the word in speech and deed, we follow in the steps of Christ, at one with us in hope and need.
- [The Mass Is Ended](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-mass-is-ended/): The Mass is ended, all go in peace, we must diminish and Chirst increase. We take him with us wherever we go, that through our actions his life may show. We witness his love to everyone by our communion with Christ the Son. We take the Mass to where one may be, so Christ may shine forth for all to see. Thanks to the Father who shows the way. His life within us throughout each day. Let all our living and loving be to praise and honour the Trinity.
- [Nobody Like You Lord Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/nobody-like-you-lord-lyrics/): We give You gloryWe give You honour Oh, Lord our LordHow excellent is Your nameYour name is strengthYour name is powerA Strong Tower, makes me safe Oh-oh-oh, nobody like You Lord, nobody like You LordEverybody sayOh-oh-oh, nobody like You Lord, nobody like You LordEverybody lift your voice say ohOh-oh-oh, You are my glory Lord, You are my glory LordOh-oh-oh, You are my glory Lord, You are my glory LordOh-oh-oh, nobody like You LordOh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh, nobody like You Lord, nobody like You Lord Who wouldn’t serve a God like this?Who wouldn’t serve a God like this?Who wouldn’t serve a God like this? Healer, ... Read more
- [Morning Has Broken Hymn Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/morning-has-broken-hymn-lyrics/): Song by Cat Stevens – Morning Has Broken: Hymn – Lyrics Morning has broken like the first morningBlackbird has spoken like the first birdPraise for the singing, praise for the morningPraise for them springing fresh from the world Sweet the rains new fall, sunlit from HeavenLike the first dewfall on the first grassPraise for the sweetness of the wet gardenSprung in completeness where His feet pass Mine is the sunlight, mine is the morningBorn of the one light, Eden saw playPraise with elation, praise every morningGod’s recreation of the new day Morning has broken like the first morningBlackbird has spoken like ... Read more
- [Though The Mountains May Fall](https://www.catholicutopia.com/though-the-mountains-may-fall/): Though the mountains may falland the hills turn to dust,yet the love of the Lord will standas a shelter for all who will call on his name.Sing the praise and the glory of God. Could the Lord ever leave you? Could the Lordforget his love? Though a mother forsake herchild, he will not abandon you. Should you turn and forsake him, he will gentlycall your name. Should you wander away from him,he will always take you back. Go to him when you are weary; he will give youeagle’s wings. You will run, never tire,for your God will be your strength.
- [Strong and Constant](https://www.catholicutopia.com/strong-and-constant/): I will be God who walks with you.You will be always within my hand.Take your heart and give it all to me. Strong and constant is my love. [2] Should you wander far away from me,I will search for you in every land.Should you call, then you will truly know: When you know sorrow within your life,I will come, I will embrace your heart.Through your pain, you will discover me.
- [Who Are We O Lord?](https://www.catholicutopia.com/who-are-we-o-lord/): Who are we O Lord, that you should care for us?Your heavens are high, our dwelling place is low. Low and small are we, so small for all to see;so vast is your love, so lasting is your care. Brief as candle glow, our lives like rivers flow;from source unto sea, so swiftly must we flee. Holy, holy, Lord, O God of power and might,creation is filled; your glory is instilled. Even when we sleep, in every thought we keep,you watch at our side, you lead us and you guide.
- [Lord of Glory](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-of-glory/): Leaping the mountains, bounding the hills,see how our God has come to meet us.His voice is lifted; his face is joy.Now is the season to sing our song on high. Come, then, O Lord of glory, show us your face.Speak, for we know your words are life. He pastures his flock among the wild flowersand leads them to the mountain of his love. All through the day, all through the night,seek for the Lord and sing his love.
- [How Precious O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-precious-o-lord/): How precious, O Lord, is your unfailing love;we find refuge in the shadow of your wings.We feast, O Father, on the abundance of your houseand drink from your river of delights. With you is the fountain of life,in your light, we see light. [2] How steadfast your love, as great as all the heavens, and your justice is as solid as the rock.How full of wisdom are your decrees, how sweetyour rule to lead all the living to their ends.
- [God Is Good To Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-is-good-to-me/): God is good to me, O what love I see.Jesus as a lamb was slain. He delivered me,cleansed and set me free; Lord of all, he rose again. Now I live, yet not I, Jesus is alive in me.Sending the Spirit’s flame into my heart again.God has poured his love on me. God has shown his love, sent his only Son:Jesus Christ to save the world. Life eternal throughhis death he brought. Yes, believe that God is love. God is perfect love, one who lives in lovelives in God and God in him. Yes, I feel his love;fear gives way to ... Read more
- [I Have Loved You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-have-loved-you/): I have loved you with an everlasting love,I have called you and you are mine. Seek the face of the Lord and long for him:he will bring you his light and his peace. …he will bring you his joy and his hope.…he will bring you his care and his love.
- [I Will Never Forget You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-will-never-forget-you/): I will never forget you, my people;I have carved you on the palm of my hand.I will never forget you; I will not leave youorphaned. I will never forget my own. Does a mother forget her baby?Or a woman the child within her womb.Yet even if these forget, yes, even if these forget,I will never forget my own.
- [O God You Search Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-god-you-search-me/): O God, you search me and you know me.All of my thoughts lie open to your gaze.When I walk or lie down you are before me:ever the maker and keeper of my days. You know my resting and my rising.You discern my purpose from the afar,and with love everlasting you besiege me:in every moment of life or death, you are. Before a word is on my tongue, Lord,you have known its meaning through and through.You are with me beyond my understanding:God of my present, my past, and future, too.
- [Lord You Know And Study Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-you-know-and-study-me/): Lord, you know and study me| and, Lord,you read my mind. Lord, you know methrough and through, you watch me all time.Close behind me, close in front, you shield me withyour hand. Such knowledge is beyond me, Lord;I cannot understand. Lord, you know before I speak the words that I willsay; Lord, you know before I moveeach detail of my way. I cannot escape you, Lord,your Spirit’s everywhere, though heaven-boundor depths of hell, your presence will be there. While inside my mother’s womb, you fashionedevery part, wrote the diary of my days before theyhad their start. For these things, I thank ... Read more
- [Love Divine All Loves Excelling](https://www.catholicutopia.com/love-divine-all-loves-excelling/): Love divine, all loves excelling,joy of heaven, to earth come down. Fix in us yourhumble dwelling, all your faithful mercies crown.Jesus, you are all compassion,pure unbounded love impart. Visit us with yoursalvation, enter every trembling heart. Come, almighty to deliver,let us all your life receive; suddenlyreturn, and never, never more your temple leave.You we would be blessing,serve you as your hosts above, pray, and praise youwithout ceasing, glory in your perfect love.
- [Love Wonderful Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/love-wonderful-love/): Love, wonderful Love, the love of God for me.Love, wonderful love, so rich, so full, so free,wide, wide as the ocean, deep, deep as the sea,high, high as the heavens above, his love for me. Love, wonderful love, the love of Christ for me.Love, wonderful love, so rich, so full, so free.Christ suffered immensely and died on the crossfor me. O what tremendous love, has Christ for me.
- [My God Loves Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-god-loves-me/): My God loves me, his love will never end.He rests within my heart for my God loves me. His gentle hand he stretches over me. Thoughstorm clouds threaten the day he will set me free. He comes to me in sharing bread and wine.He brings me life that will reach past the end of time. My God loves me, his faith love endures.And I will live like a child held in love secure. The joys of love as offerings now we bring.The pains of love will be lost in the praise we sing.
- [Holy Holy Holy Lord God Almighty](https://www.catholicutopia.com/holy-holy-holy-lord-god-almighty/): Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty LyricsWords by Reginald HeberMusic by John B. DykesArranged by Phil Nitz Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!Early in the morning, our song shall rise to Thee;Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty!God in three Persons, blessed Trinity! Holy, holy, holy! all the saints adore Thee,casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea;cherubim and seraphim, falling down before Thee,which wert and art and evermore shalt be. Holy, holy, holy! though the darkness hide Thee,though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see;only Thou art holy, there is none beside Thee,perfect in power, in love, ... Read more
- [As For Me And My House - Lyrics - Song by John Waller](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-for-me-and-my-house/): I’m doneBuilding my own kingdomNo moreSeeking worthless idols Like sheep, we have all gone astrayWe must choose this dayWhom we will serveAs for me and my houseWe will serve the LordWe will serve the LordIdols raised, tear them downCause we will serve the LordWe will serve the LordTo one king we bow downAs for me and my houseWe will only serve the Lord I’m doneWith powerless religionNo moreLiving in deception We will cross over JordanWe will claim what you promised We will not give our hearts to anotherWill not give our hearts to anotherWe belong to the LordWe will not give ... Read more
- [Run To The Father - Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/run-to-the-father-lyrics/): Song by Cody Carnes I’ve carried a burdenFor too long on my ownI wasn’t createdTo bear it aloneI hear Your invitationTo let it all goYeah, I see it nowI’m laying it downAnd I know that I need You I run to the FatherI fall into graceI’m done with the hidingNo reason to waitMy heart needs a surgeonMy soul needs a friendSo I’ll run to the FatherAgain and againAnd again and againOh, oh, oh You saw my conditionHad a plan from the startYour Son for redemptionThe price for my heartAnd I don’t have a contextFor that kind of loveI don’t understandI can’t ... Read more
- [With You As My Guide](https://www.catholicutopia.com/with-you-as-my-guide/): With you as my guide, I’ll not want:you are my shepherd, Lord, nothing shall I fear. In pastures fresh and green, you give my soul repose;near cool and restful waters, my spirit you revive. In vales of gloom and death, no evil shall I dread,Your strength and peaceful presencewill be my comfort sure. A banquet you have spread, while foes in envy watch.My head you have anointed, my cup now overflows.
- [The Lord is My Shepherd](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-lord-is-my-shepherd/): The Lord is my shepherd, there is nothingI shall want. Fresh and green are the pastureswhere he gives me repose.Near restful waters he leads me,to revive my drooping spirit. The Lord is my shepherd, there is nothingI shall want. Yes, the Lord is my shepherd,there is nothing I shall want. He guides me along what he knows to be right.If I walk in the darkness, no evil would I fear.I know that he will be therewith his crook and his staff. The Lord has prepared such a banquet for me.Surely goodness and kindness shall follow after me.In the Lord’s own house ... Read more
- [Attending Catholic Mass On Sunday: Finding Meaning and Connection](https://www.catholicutopia.com/catholic-mass-on-sunday/): As Catholics, attending Catholic Mass on Sunday is an important part of our faith journey. There are many opportunities to do so, including attending Catholic Mass this Sunday, Catholic Mass Sunday online and even Catholic Mass on Sunday evening. While attending Mass can be a meaningful and enriching experience, it can also be easy to get caught up in the busy schedule of life and forget to make time for it. That’s why we’re here to remind you of the significance of attending Mass and to encourage you to attend this coming Sunday, whether in-person or online. The significance of attending ... Read more
- [Lyrics for Blessed be the Name of the Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lyrics-for-blessed-be-the-name-of-the-lord/): Lyrics for Blessed be the Name of the Lord by matt redman from the album Where Angels Fear to Tread. Blessed Be Your NameIn the land that is plentifulWhere Your streams of abundance flowBlessed be Your name Blessed Be Your nameWhen I’m found in the desert placeThough I walk through the wildernessBlessed Be Your name Every blessing You pour out, I’llTurn back to praiseWhen the darkness closes in, LordStill I will sayBlessed be the name of the LordBlessed be Your nameBlessed be the name of the LordBlessed be Your glorious name Blessed be Your nameWhen the sun’s shining down on meWhen ... Read more
- [Come, Ring Out Your Joy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-ring-out-your-joy/): Come, ring out your joy to the Saviour,alleluia, alleluia! Hail the rock who rescueshis people, amen, alleluia! Let us come before him with thanksand with songs of joy,for he’s our king above other gods,the Lord of the earth and the heavens. Come, let’s bow and bend low beforethe Creator of life,for he’s our God and we are his flock,the people that feeds in his pasture. To the voice of the Lord todayyou must listen with care,O harden not your heart as before,but open your mind to the good news.
- [Come Into His Presence](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-into-his-presence/): Come into his presence, singing,alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Jesus is Lord… Worthy the Lamb…Glory to God…
- [Who May Ascend To The Hill](https://www.catholicutopia.com/who-may-ascend-to-the-hill/): Who may ascend to the hill of the Lordand who may stand in his holy place?One who has been granted a pure heart,may ascend to the hill, may ascend to the hill,may ascend to the hill of the Lord. Cleanse my hands and my heart, O Lord,come and purify me in your love.Fill my life with your righteousness,so that I may ascend to your hill.
- [Draw Near To God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/draw-near-to-god/): Draw near to God and he’ll draw near to you. [ 2 ]He’ll draw near to you. Lift up holy hands to him and glorify his name.Open up your heart to him and praise him for his deeds. Humbly give yourself to him and fight the evil one.Realize your worthlessness: the Lord will raise you up. Harden not your heart today but listen to his voice.Place your trust in his commands: a lampto guide your steps.
- [Children Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/children-of-the-lord/): We are children of the Lord, gathered hereto pray together. We are one within his love.This we know we’re certain of. Father, hear the song we sing, as we bringour world before you. Soon your Word will sowthe seed, sow your strength within our need. Sing, O children, to the Lord. All the worldis hushed and waiting, as we lift our hearts above,simply living in his love.
- [Lead Your Children, Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lead-your-children-jesus/): Lead your children, Jesus, to the altar.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come.Our hearts are filled with love.Our lips are filled with song.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come. Lead your children, Jesus, to the altar.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come.We know you love us all.We know you call us friends.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come. Lead your children, Jesus, to the altar.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come.We come to share your bread.We come to drink your wine.Lead your children, Jesus, here we come.
- [Come On And Celebrate](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-on-and-celebrate/): Come on and celebrate,his gift of love we will celebrate,the Son of God who loved us and gave us life.We’ll shout your praise, O King,you give us joy nothing else can bring,we’ll give to you our offering in celebration praise. Come on and celebrate,celebrate, celebrate and sing,celebrate and sing to the King. [ 2 ] Lift up your voice to praisethe name above every other name,Jesus the Christ who saved us from sin and death.Let’s bend our knees to him,our tongue confess that he’s Lord indeed,let’s give to him our offering in celebration praise.
- [As We Gather](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-we-gather/): As we gather may your Spirit work within us,as we gather may we glorify your name.Knowing well that as our hearts begin to worship,we’ll be blessed because we came. We are people born of water and the Spirit,we are people come to celebrate God’s love,we have come to hear the Word,we have come to share the Bread,we have come to sing our praises to God above. We are sons and daughters of the resurrection,alleluia is the song we sing with joy,all the praises we proclaim, go to God in Jesus’ name.Through his cross, he has become our great Amen.
- [We Are Gathering Together](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-are-gathering-together/): We are gathering together unto him [2]unto him shall the gathering of the people be,we are gathering together unto him. We are singing… We are praying… We are praising…
- [Shepherd Me, O God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/shepherd-me-o-god/): Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants,beyond my fears, from death into life. God is my shepherd, so nothing shall I want,I rest in the meadows of faithfulness and love,I walk by the quiet waters of peace. Gently you raise me and heal my weary soul,you lead me by pathways of righteousness and truth,my spirit shall sing the music of your Name. Though I should wander the valley of death,I fear no evil, for you are at my side,your rod and your staff, my comfort and my hope. You have set me a banquet of lovein the face of hatred, crowning ... Read more
- [I Look To The Shepherd](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-look-to-the-shepherd/): I look to the Shepherd he meets all my needs,beside the still waters he faithfully leads;bringing peace to my soul; as his love makes me whole. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,follow me, all the days of my life.Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,all my life. And when in the valley of deepest despairI look to the Shepherd his presence is there.Bringing peace to my soul; as his love makes me whole.
- [Like A Shepherd](https://www.catholicutopia.com/like-a-shepherd/): Like a shepherd, he feeds his flock and gathersthe lambs in his arms, holding them carefullyclose to his heart, leading them home. Say to the cities of Judah, prepare the way of theLord. Go to the mountain top, lift your voice:Jerusalem, here is your God. I myself will shepherd them, for others have ledthem astray. The lost I will rescue and heal theirwounds and pasture them, giving them rest. Come unto me if you are heavily burdened,and take my yoke upon your shoulders.I will give you rest.
- [Father So Loving](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-so-loving/): Father so loving! Magnificent God!Generous Giver! Beneficent Lord! You fill up our hearts, you fill up our minds,you fill up our dreams, you fill up our lives. You give us your love, in giving the earth;in giving your blood, you give us rebirth. You call us your children, you call us your friends;we call you our joy, we call you our strength.
- [The Lord's My Shepherd](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-lords-my-shepherd/): The Lord’s my Shepherd, I’ll not want;he makes me down to lie in pastures green;he leadeth me the quiet waters by. My soul, he doth restore again, and me to walkdoth make within the paths of righteousness,even for his own name’s sake. Although I walk in death’s dark vale,yet will I fear no ill; for thou art with me;and thy rod and staff me comfort still. My table thou hast furnished in presenceof my foes; my head thou dost with oil anoint,and my cup overflows. Goodness and mercy all my life shall surelyfollow me, and in God’s house for evermoremy dwelling ... Read more
- [Voice Of Christ](https://www.catholicutopia.com/voice-of-christ/): O Lord you bless us each day with giftsfrom your hand. Now as our cup overflows,may we too bring forth. We the hands, we the eyes, we the voiceof Christ. O, faithful God, we entrustour treasure to your heart. The sparrow neither sows nor reaps, has storehousenor barn. And flowers neither spin nor weave,yet they wear royal robes. The Lord hears the cry of the poor; the livesof the weak he shall save. Blessed those who carefor the poor; happiness is their reward.
- [Let Them Come To The Water](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-them-come-to-the-water/): O let all who thirst, let them come to the water.And let all who have nothing, let them come to the Lord:without money, without price.Why should you pay the price, except for the Lord? And let all who seek, let them come to the water.And let all who have nothing, let them come to the Lord:without money, without strife.Why should you spend your life, except for the Lord? And let all who toil, let them come to the water.And let all who are weary, let them come to the Lord:all who labour, without rest.How can your soul find rest, except for ... Read more
- [We Will Rise Again](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-will-rise-again/): Like a shepherd I will feed you; I will gatheryou with care. I will lead you and hold youclose to my heart. We will run and not grow weary, for ourGod will be our strength, and we will flylike the eagle, we will rise again. I am strength to the weary, to the weak I amnew life. Though the young may grow weary;I will be their hope. Lift up your eyes, and see who made the stars.I lead you, and I know you, I call you each by name.
- [All You Who Are Thirsty](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-you-who-are-thirsty/): All you who are thirsty, come to the water;all you who are hunger, come, receive grain;All without money, come without payingall you who heed me, come for rich fare. Come now and listen that you may have life;my covenant I will renew. This covenantshall be eternal as I promised to David. Drink of this water abundant with lifeand eat of the bread I provide.I am the bread, and the water am I;put thirsting and hunger aside.
- [The Lord Is My Light](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-lord-is-my-light/): The Lord is my light and my salvation,of whom should I be afraid? {2} The Lord is my light and my help, whom shouldI fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life;before whom should I shrink? There is one thing I ask of the Lord; for this I long:to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. I believe I shall see the goodness of the Lordin the land of the living; hope in God, and take heart.Hope in the Lord!
- [Trust In The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/trust-in-the-lord/): Trust in the Lord; you shall not tire.Serve you the Lord; you shall not weaken.For the Lord’s own strength will uphold you.You shall renew your life and live. The Lord is our eternal God.He neither faints nor grows weary.Our hearts he probes afar,knowing our ways, knowing our ways. Young hearts may grow faint and weak.Youths may collapse, stumble and fall.They that hope in the Lord will renew theircourage. They’ll soar with eagle’s might.
- [God Of My Salvation](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-of-my-salvation/): Lord, you are the God of my salvation:I trust in you and have no fear.I sing of the joy which your love gives to me,and I draw deeply from the springsof your great kindness. Open our eyes to the wonder of this moment,the beginning of another day. Be with us, Lord, as we break through with each otherto find the truth and beauty of each friend. When evening comes and our day of toil is overgive us rest, O Lord, in the joy of many friends.
- [Our Hope Is In The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/our-hope-is-in-the-lord/): Our hope is in the Lord, who neither sleeps norslumbers, who stands with us by light of dayand guards us through the night. While kingdoms rise and fall, the love of Godstands firm. Though mountains quake andcrumble, God’s promise shall endure. Our lives are like the grass that quickly fadesand withers. Our days are like a grain of sandupon the ocean floor. The Lord will be our strength this day and forall ages. The Lord will be our rock of hope,a refuge for all time.
- [He Is Our Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/he-is-our-peace/): He is our peace who has broken down every wall,he is our peace, he is our peace. Cast all your careson him for he cares for you. { He is our peace. { 2 } He is our way, to the kingdom of God he leads,he is our way, he is our way. Follow his stepsbehind he will lead you safe. { He is our way. { 2 } He is our friend, he has loved us all to the end,he is our friend, he is our friend. Trust in his lovefor you, he will never fail. { He is our ... Read more
- [You Are Near](https://www.catholicutopia.com/you-are-near/): O Lord, I know you are near, standing alwaysat my side. You guard me from the foe,and you lead me in ways everlasting. Lord, you have searched my heart,and you know when I sit and when I stand.Your hand is upon me, protecting me from death,keeping me from harm. Where can I run from your love?If I climb to the heavens you are there;if I fly to the sunrise or sail beyond the sea,still, I’d find you there.
- [How Long O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-long-o-lord-2/): How long, O Lord, ’til we see your face?O God, we hope in you. How long, O Lord, will you forget me?How long will you hide your face?How long must I grieve, crying day and night?How long shall my enemy prevail? Look, and answer me, O God!Give light to my eyes lest I sleep in death,lest my enemy say: “I have prevailed”;lest my foes rejoice to see me fall. As for me, I trust in your love.Let my heart rejoice in your saving help.Let me sing to the Lord for his goodness to me,singing psalms to the name of God Most ... Read more
- [The Lord Is My Hope](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-lord-is-my-hope/): The Lord is my hope and my glory.The Lord is the song that I sing:so tender and loving a shepherd,so rooted in justice, a king.When shadow confuses my visionwhen sorrow lays claim to my heart,God is my refuge, my rock and my shield.I will rely on the Lord. Near to death, I cried “Save me!” and you heard.You are God, and you lift up the poor. All who trust in your promise will be saved,for your word has been tested in fire.
- [A Trusting Psalm](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-trusting-psalm/): Lord, let your mercy be on usas we place our trust in you. The word of the Lord is faithfulness and love,his love can never be measured.His beauty is like nothing we have ever seen,so let us place our trust in him. The word of the Lord means a patient, gentle God.His love can never grow weary.His mercy is as though our sins have never been,if we can place our trust in him. The word of the Lord is fire burning strong.His love can never grow weary.He will seek and save the lost until we all return,so let us place our ... Read more
- [Without Him](https://www.catholicutopia.com/without-him/): Without him, I can do nothingwithout him, I’d surely fail, without him,I would be drifting, like a ship without a sail.But with him, I can do all thingsand with him, I cannot fail, and over thestormiest ocean, in perfect peace, I’ll sail. To be like Jesus, [2] all I ask: to be like him;all through life’s journey from earth to gloryall I ask: to be like him.To be like Jesus… not in a measurebut in its fullness all, I ask: to be like him.
- [Be Not Afraid](https://www.catholicutopia.com/be-not-afraid/): You shall cross the barren desert,but you shall not die of thirst.You shall wander far in safetythough you do not know the way.You shall speak your wordsin foreign lands and all will understand.You shall see the face of God and live. Be not afraid. I go before you always.Come, follow me, and I will give you rest. If you pass through raging waters in the sea,you shall not drown.If you walk amid the burning flames,you shall not be harmed.If you stand before the power of helland death is at your side,know that I am with you through it all. Blessed are ... Read more
- [Let Your Mercy Be On Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-your-mercy-be-on-us/): Let your mercy be on us, O God,as we place our trust in you. Your words, O God, are truth indeed,and all your works are ever faithful; you lovejustice and right, your compassion fills all creation. See how the eye of God is watching,ever guarding all who wait in hope to deliver themfrom death and sustain them in time of famine. Exult, you just, and rejoice, for praise is the songof the righteous! How happy your people, O God,the ones whom you have chosen.
- [The Goodness Of The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-goodness-of-the-lord/): I believe [2] I shall see the goodness of the Lordin the land [2] in the land of the living. The Lord is my light, the Lord is my rock,my salvation. The Lord is my refuge,guarding my life; of whom should I be afraid? Only one thing I ask; may I live in the houseof my Lord. I shall gaze on God’s goodnessall of my days; I shall live in the shelter of God.
- [You Be My Light](https://www.catholicutopia.com/you-be-my-light/): When the sun has set and the night is on,when the darkness falls and the light has gone,you be my light, O Lord, and lead me on. When I’m growing weak and my steps are slow,when the hopes are bleak and I’ve strength no more,you be my strength, O Lord, and lead me on. When my eyes grow dim and I cannot see,when a chance is slim of a friend for me,you be my friend, O Lord, and lead me on.
- [On Eagle's Wings](https://www.catholicutopia.com/on-eagles-wings/): You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord,who abide in His shadow for life,say to the Lord: “My refuge, my rock in whom I trust!” And he will raise you up on eagle’s wings,bear you on the breath of dawn,make you to shine like the sun,and hold you in the palm of his hand. The snare of the fowler will never capture you,and famine will bring you no fear;under his wings your refuge, His faithfulness your shield. You need not fear the terror of the night,nor the arrow that flies by day;though thousands fall about you,near you, it shall not ... Read more
- [My Father Planned It All](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-father-planned-it-all/): What tho’ the way be lonely and darkthe shadows fall; I know where’er it leadeth,my Father planned it all. I sing thro’ the shade and the sunshine,I’ll trust him whatever befall;I sing for I cannot be silent.My Father planned it all. There may be sunshine tomorrow, shadows maybreak and flee; ’twill be the way he chooses,the Father’s plan for me. He guides my faltering footsteps along theweary way, for well he knows the pathwaywill lead to endless day.
- [Blest Be The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/blest-be-the-lord/): Blest be the Lord; blest be the Lord,the God of mercy, the God who saves.I shall not fear the dark of night,nor the arrow that flies by day. He will release me from the nets of all my foes.He will protect me from their wicked hands.Beneath the shadow of his wings, I will rejoiceto find a dwelling place secure. I need not shrink before the terrors of the night,nor stand alone before the light of day.No harm shall come to me, no arrows strike me down,no evil settle in my soul.
- [My Rock](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-rock/): O God, you are my rock,my fortress sure, my help. My soul rests in God alone. From him comesmy salvation; he’s my rock and my refuge:I cannot be disturbed. In my God, my soul’s at rest. He’s my rockand my strong stronghold; trust him always, my people;pour out your hearts to him. Lord, I trust in you alone and I name youas my God; let your face shine upon me:save me, for you are kind.
- [Father In My Life I See](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-in-my-life-i-see/): Father, in my life I see,you are God, who walks with me.You hold my life in your hands:close beside you I will stand.I give all my life to you: help me, Father, to be true. Jesus, in my life I see… Spirit, in my life I see…
- [We Hail Thee](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-hail-thee/): We hail thee, Saviour and Lord,thy cross ever be adored. O Cross, thou art the fountainof love and of liberty; shine down uponthe millions who search for the light of truth. Look down upon the needy,confirm them in strength and grace; thou art ourtrue salvation, in thee all our hope we place. Be thou our sign of victory redeem usfrom sin and strife; renew in us thy passion,and grant us eternal life.
- [Cross Of Our Saviour King](https://www.catholicutopia.com/cross-of-our-saviour-king/): O Cross, erected above the world,Cross of our Saviour King. [2]Fount from which gushed the watersstraight from the wound in his side.filling our lives with his gift of grace,Cross of our Saviour King. O Cross, sublime and refulgent tree,Cross of our Saviour King. [2]Jesus, through thee, has saved us;great was the price that he paid.Thou art the folly of love divine,Cross of our Saviour King. O Cross, thou channel of grace divine,Cross of our Saviour King. [2]Tree on which death was conquered,thou the first altar of love,Jesus the Lamb gave his life on thee.Cross of our Saviour King.
- [Behold The Wood](https://www.catholicutopia.com/behold-the-wood/): Behold, behold the wood of the cross,on which is hung our salvation.O come, let us adore. Unless a grain of wheat shall fallupon the ground and die, it shall remainbut a single grain and not give life. And when my hour of glory comesas all was meant to be, you shall see melifted up upon a tree. For there can be no greater loveshown upon this land than in the onewho came to die that we might live.
- [Near The Cross](https://www.catholicutopia.com/near-the-cross/): Jesus, keep me near the cross, therea precious fountain Free to all, a healing stream,flows from Calvary’s mountain. In the cross, in the cross,be my glory ever; till my raptured soulshall find rest beyond the river. Near the cross, a trembling soul, loveand mercy found me; there the Brightand Morning Star sheds its beams around me. Near the cross, O Lamb of God, bring itsscenes before me; help me walk fromday to day, with its shadows over me. Near the cross I’ll watch and wait, hoping,trusting ever, till I reach the golden strand,just beyond the river.
- [Faithful Cross](https://www.catholicutopia.com/faithful-cross/): Faithful Cross above all othersone and only noble tree; none in foliage,none in blossom, none in fruit thy peer can be.Blessed wood and blessed nailstender weight is hung on thee. When God’s time had come to fullnessJesus Christ was born for us. All his Godheadhe surrendered, he became as one of us.Child was he of Mary’s goodness,born in flesh, on earth to die. Thirty years among us dwelling,his appointed time fulfilled. Born for this,he greets his passion to Jerusalem he came.On this Cross, our God was lifted,where his blood and life are spilled. To our, God be all the glory,all our ... Read more
- [The Old Rugged Cross](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-old-rugged-cross/): On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,the emblem of suffering and shame;and I love that old cross where the dearestand the best for a world of lost sinners was slain. So I’ll cherish the old rugged cross,till my trophies, at last, I lay down;I will cling to the old rugged cross,and exchange it someday for a crown. O that old rugged cross, so despisedby the world, has a wondrous attraction for me;for the dear Lamb of God left his glory aboveto bear it to dark Calvary. In the old rugged cross, stained with bloodso divine, a wondrous beauty ... Read more
- [Let Us Glory In The Cross](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-us-glory-in-the-cross/): Let us glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christby whom we are saved and made free.Let us glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christfor he is our salvation, Jesus is our life.
- [O Sacred Head Surrounded](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-sacred-head-surrounded/): O sacred head, surrounded by crownof piercing thorn, O bleeding head,so wounded, reviled and put to scorn.The power of death comes over you,the glow of life decays, yet angel hostsadore you, and tremble as they gaze. In this, your bitter passion, Good Shepherd,think of me, with your most kind compassion,unworthy though I be: beneath your crossabiding, forever would I rest, in your dear loveconfiding, and with your presence blest. What language shall I borrow to thank you,dearest friend, for this, your dying sorrow,your mercy without end? Lord, make me yoursforever, a loyal servant true, and let me never,never outlive my love ... Read more
- [Lift High The Cross](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lift-high-the-cross/): Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaimtill all the world adore his sacred name. Led on their way by this triumphant sign,the hosts of God in conquering ranks combine. Each newborn servant of the Crucifiedbears on the brow the seal of him who died. O Lord, once lifted on the glorious tree,as thou hast promised, draw the world to thee.
- [His Were The Wounds](https://www.catholicutopia.com/his-were-the-wounds/): His were the wounds that healed us. {3}Behold the Lamb of God. He did no wrong, he told no lie,he was silent under the rod; they cursed himand he kept his peace, he put his trust in his God. His body bore the weight of sinas he hung and died on the cross; that we, like himshould die to sin, and live, as he did for God. He suffered so that we should walkon the very road that he trod; all we like sheephad gone astray, till he led us back to God.
- [Into Your Hands](https://www.catholicutopia.com/into-your-hands/): Into your hands we commend our spirit, O Lord;into your hands, we commend our hearts.For we must die to ourselves in loving you.Into your hands, we commend our love. O God, my God, why have you gone from me,far from my prayers, far from my cry?To you, I call, and you never answer me;you send no comfort, and I don’t know why. Our fathers trusted and you delivered them;to you they cried and they escaped;in you they trusted, when darkness came their way,and in your goodness, you made them free.
- [Hail Holy Cross Of Our Saviour](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hail-holy-cross-of-our-saviour/): Hail, holy Cross of our Saviour,Hail, holy Cross of Christ!On his bleeding shoulder, Jesus bore you with love.Hail, holy Cross of our Saviour,sign of redemption and love.We sing the glory, the power of your name,through the Saviour’s Blood. Step by step he bore you with a heartall filled with love. Step by step, he wentto bring healing to the world. Drop by drop like jewels, his own mostprecious blood decked your naked woodfor the saving of the world.
- [Your Only Son](https://www.catholicutopia.com/your-only-son/): Your only Son no sin to hide, but you havesent him from your side to walk upon this guiltysod and to become the Lamb of God. O Lamb of God, sweet Lamb of God,I love the holy Lamb of God.O wash me in His precious blood.my Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. Your gift of love they crucified. They laughedand scorned him as he died, the humbleKing, they named a fraud And sacrificedthe Lamb of God. I was so lost I should have died, but you havebrought me to your side to be led by your staffand rod, and to be ... Read more
- [How Long O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-long-o-lord/): How long, O Lord, will you hide your face?How long will the heavens be silent?How long, O Lord, must we call out your namestill, you hear us and reach out your hand? Behold your children, forgotten, forsaken,lost in our shame and our sadness.Our hearts are barren, our spirits are broken.Where is the love that you promised? Our hope is shaken, poured out like water,dried like the sand in the desert.Our hearts are hungry, famished, and frightened.Where is the love that you promised?
- [Sweet Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sweet-lord/): Sweet Lord, grant by my tears, the sins of years,I may now wash out, O sweet Lord.Thy mercies still, with healing shower,O Lord, on me, pour. Nevermore will I from thee wander,never more holy graces squander, sweet Lord.I’ve strayed from thee, pity on me,Jesus, set me free. Sweet Lord, oft on thy child, thy grace has smiled,to win his poor love, O sweet Lord.From early youth, in sinful waysI have spent my days.
- [Softly And Tenderly](https://www.catholicutopia.com/softly-and-tenderly/): Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling,calling for you and for me;see, on the portals he’s waiting and watching,watching for you and for me. Come home, {2} ye who are weary, come home;earnestly, tenderly, Jesus is calling,calling, “O sinner, come home!” Why should we tarry when Jesus is pleading,pleading for you and for me?Why should we linger and heed not his mercies,mercies for you and for me. O, for the wonderful love he has promised,promised for you and for me;though we have sinned he has mercy and pardon,pardon for you and for me.
- [By The Blood That Flowed From Thee](https://www.catholicutopia.com/by-the-blood-that-flowed-from-thee/): By the blood that flowed from theein thy bitter agony, by the scourge so meeklyborne, by thy purple robe of scorn: Jesus, Saviour, hear our cry, thou wertsuffering once as we. Hear the loving litany,we, thy children, sing to thee. By the thorns that crowned thy head,by thy sceptre of a reed, by thy footstepsfaint and slow, weighed beneath thy cross of woe: By the nails and pointed spear, by thy people’scruel jeer, by thy dying prayer which rose,begging mercy for thy foes:
- [Come He Waits For You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-he-waits-for-you/): Come to the Saviour, he waits for you;come with your heartache and care.Jesus will give you his wonderful peace,free you from guilt and despair. Come to the Saviour, he waits for you.Come without further delay.Jesus is waiting with arms open wide,Come to him now while you may. Come to the Saviour, he died for you,paid the full price for your sin;now he is waiting to save you, my friend,cleanse you without and within. Come to the Saviour, he rose for you,conquering death and the grave;Jesus is waiting triumphantly, now,ready and mighty to save.
- [Glory Be To Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/glory-be-to-jesus/): Glory be to Jesus, who, in bitter pains,poured for me the life-blood From his sacred veins. Grace and life eternal in that blood I find:blest be his compassion, infinitely kind. Blest through endless ages be the precious streams,which, from endless torment, doth the world redeem. Abel’s blood for vengeance pleaded to the skies,but the blood of Jesus for our pardon cries.
- [Thirsting For God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/thirsting-for-god/): Just as a lost and thirsty deer longs for a cooland running stream, I thirst for you, the living God,anxious to know that you are near. Both day and night I cry aloud; tears havebecome my only food, while all around cruelvoices ask, { ‘Where is your God?’ {2} Broken and hurt, I call to mind how in the pastI served the Lord, worshipped and walked withhappy crowds singing and shouting praise to God.
- [Son Of David](https://www.catholicutopia.com/son-of-david/): Son of David, have pity on me,Son of God, hear my plea. O Son of David,have pity on me, listen to my plea. Those who sow in tears and painwill return rejoicing. The lamb will leap,the lion lie down, on your day, O Lord. He has borne our grief and pain,burdened down with sorrow. Who’d believewhat we have seen? Like a lamb he’s slain.
- [Well It's A New Day](https://www.catholicutopia.com/well-its-a-new-day/): Well, it’s a new day, think new thoughtsfor there’s a new way, change your hearts,there’s a new law in the land. A man can kill with a knife of steel,with a gun, bomb or a lancebut there’s a New Law, there’s a New Law:a man can kill with a glance. An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth,that was the law of the land,but there’s a New Law, there’s a New Law:Love makes a greater demand.
- [Heed My Call For Help](https://www.catholicutopia.com/heed-my-call-for-help/): Heed my call for help, my King and my God;to you, I pray O Lord, to you I pray, O Lord. Relieve the troubles of my heartand bring me out of my distress, O Lord;put an end to my affliction and my suffering,and take away all my sins. Give thanks to the Lord for he is good,for his kindness endures forever.Who can tell the mighty deeds of the Lord,or proclaim all his praises?
- [Walk With Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/walk-with-me/): Walk with me, O my Lord,through the darkest night and the brightest day.Be at my side, O Lord,hold my hand and guide me on my way. Sometimes the road seems long, my energy is spent.Then, Lord, I think of you and I am given strength. Stones often bar my path and there are times I fallbut you are always there to help me when I fall.
- [Jesus I Come](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jesus-i-come/): Out of my bondage, sorrow and night,Jesus, I come; {2} into thy freedom, gladnessand light, Jesus, I come to thee;out of my sickness into thy health, out of mywant and into thy wealth, out of my sinand into thyself, Jesus, I come to thee. Out of my shameful failure and loss,Jesus, I come, Jesus, I come; {2} into theglorious gain of thy cross, Jesus, I come to thee;Out of earth’s sorrows into thy balm, out oflife’s storms and into thy calm, out of distressto jubilant psalm, Jesus, I come to thee. Out of unrest and arrogant pride, { Jesus, I come; ... Read more
- [Accept Me My Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/accept-me-my-lord/): Accept me, my Lord,accept me for this while, accept me, my Lord. Let those orphaned daysthat passed without thee, be forgotten. Only spread this little momentwide across thy lap, holding it under thy light. I have wandered in pursuit of voicesthat drew me, yet led me nowhere. Now let me sit in peace and listen to thy wordsin the soul of my silence. Do not turn away thy face from my heart’sdark secrets, but burn them till they arealight with thy fire.
- [Prodigal Children](https://www.catholicutopia.com/prodigal-children/): You gather here to find mercy, know thatforgiveness is near. Trust in me I have compassion,there is no reason to fear. Come to me humble in sorrow and shame,I will reach out to embrace.Prodigal children come softly to me: I am here. I know that life is a struggle, sometimesthe road is all stones. I understand if you stumble,prodigal children come home. I once gave sight to a blind man, forgavethe woman of sin. So, too, must you be forgiving,reach out and heal as my hands.
- [Yes I Shall Arise](https://www.catholicutopia.com/yes-i-shall-arise/): Yes, I shall arise and return to my Father. To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul,in you, O my God, I place all my trust Look down on me, have mercy, O Lord,forgive me my sins, behold all my grief. My heart and soul shall yearn for your face,be gracious to me and answer my plea. To you I pray, have pity on me;my God, I have sinned against your great love.
- [A New Heart For A New World](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-new-heart-for-a-new-world/): Create a new heart, holy Lord,beckon our lives through your word,open our eyes to your call, united as onefor your world. Heighten our mindsto your thoughts, heal us of pride and of hurt,may we go forth in your namewe pray our hearts change. The heart of the cross, lowly and poor, calls us on.Lord, it is you promising hope, promising truth. Restless, the hearts who yearn for your peacein this land. Deepen the dream justice brings life,justice redeems.
- [Love Lifted Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/love-lifted-me/): I was sinking deep in sin, far from the peaceful shore,very deeply stained within, sinking to rise no more;but the Master of the sea heard my despairing cry:from the waters lifted me; now safe am I. {Love lifted me. {2} When no one but Christcould help, love lifted me. {2} All my heart to Him I give, ever to Him I’ll cling;in his blessed presence live, ever his praises sing.Love so mighty and so true merits my soul’s bestsongs; Faithful, loving service, too, to him belongs.
- [Deep Within I Will Plant My Law](https://www.catholicutopia.com/deep-within-i-will-plant-my-law/): Deep within I will plant my law,not on stone, but in your heart.Follow me, I will bring you back,you will be my own, and I will be your God. I will give you a new heart, a new spirit within you,for I will be your strength. Seek my face, and see your God,for I will be your hope. Return to me, with all your heart,and I will bring you back.
- [As The Deer](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-the-deer/): As the deer longs for flowing streams,so longs my soul for you, O God.My soul does thirst for the living God,when shall I come to see your face? My tears have fed me day and night,while some have said, “Where is your God?”But I recall as my soul pours dry,the days of praise within your house. Why do I mourn and toil within,when it is mine to hope in God?I shall again sing praise to him,he is my help, he is my God.
- [Remember Your Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/remember-your-love/): Remember your love and your faithfulness,O, Lord. Remember your peopleand have mercy on us, Lord. The Lord is my light and my salvation,whom should I fear? The Lord is my lifeand my refuge when I call God hears. O Lord, hear the sound of my calland answer me. My heart cries out for yourpresence; it is you I seek.
- [Save Your People](https://www.catholicutopia.com/save-your-people/): Save your people, O Lord.Show us the way to come home.We have been wandering far from your love.Save your people, O Lord. One thing I ask, O Lord, this I seek:to dwell forever in your house, that I maygaze on your loveliness all the days of my life. For you will hide me in the shelter of your wingsand from the arrows of my foes. You set me highon a mountain top, saved me from my distress.
- [As The Deer Longs](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-the-deer-longs/): As the deer longs for running streams,so I long, so I long, so I long for you. I thirst my soul for you, the God who is my life!When shall I see [2] see the face of God? Defend me, God, send forth yourlight and your truth, they will lead meto your holy mountain, to your dwelling place. Then I shall go unto the altar of my God.Praising you, O my joy and gladness,I shall praise your name.
- [Mercy Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/mercy-lord/): Mercy, Lord, for we have sinned.Listen to our pleading. Mercy, Lord,for we have sinned. Answer now our prayer. For our sins and weakness, for our coward deeds,for the pain inflicted, for our cruel actions,for our lack of kindness, our ingratitude,all the good undone: pardon us, O Lord. For our careless dealings, for our lukewarm hearts,our indifferent feelings to this world’s affliction,for the poor neglected, though they are in need,for our selfish moves: pardon us, O Lord.
- [From The Depths](https://www.catholicutopia.com/from-the-depths/): From the depths of sin and sadness, I havecalled unto the Lord; { be not deaf to my poorpleading, in your mercy, hear my voice. {2} If you, Lord, record our sinning, who couldthen before you stand? { But with you thereis forgiveness, you shall ever be revered. {2} For the Lord, my heart is waiting, for hisword I hope and wait. { More than watchmenwait for sunrise, I am waiting for the Lord. {2}
- [I Hear Thy Welcome Voice](https://www.catholicutopia.com/i-hear-thy-welcome-voice/): I hear thy welcome voice that calls me,Lord, to thee, for cleansing in thy precious bloodthat flowed on Calvary. I am coming, Lord, coming now to thee.Wash me, cleanse me in the bloodthat flowed on Calvary. Tho’ coming weak and vile, thou dost mystrength assure; Thou dost my vileness fully cleanse,till spotless all and pure.
- [Grant To Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/grant-to-us/): Grant to us, O Lord, a heart renewed;recreate in us, your own spirit, Lord. Behold, the days are coming, says theLord our God, when I will make a newcovenant with the house of Israel. Deep within their being, I will implant my law;I will write it in their hearts. I will be their God, and they shall be my people. And for all their faults I will grant forgiveness;nevermore will I remember their sins.
- [For As High As The Heavens](https://www.catholicutopia.com/for-as-high-as-the-heavens/): For as high as the heavens are above the earth,so great is his mercy to me. And as far as the eastis from the west, so far are my sins from me. Great is the Lord is mercyendures forever, forever. [2]
- [God Of Mercy And Compassion](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-of-mercy-and-compassion/): God of mercy and compassion,look with pity upon me; Father, let mecall thee Father, ’tis thy child returns to thee. Jesus, Lord, I ask for mercy; let me notimplore in vain; all my sins I now detest them,never will I sin again. By my sins, I have deserved death and endlessmisery, hell with all its pain and torments,and for all eternity.
- [Is Watching Pornography a Mortal Sin?](https://www.catholicutopia.com/is-watching-pornography-a-mortal-sin/): A Catholic Answer Based on Scripture and the Catechism Short answer: Yes. The Catholic Church teaches that deliberately watching pornography is grave matter. When it is done with full knowledge that it is seriously sinful and with deliberate consent, it is a mortal sin. However, personal culpability may sometimes be reduced by factors such as addiction, psychological conditions, or diminished freedom. Even then, pornography remains objectively sinful and harmful. Many Catholics ask this question because they genuinely struggle. They love God, want to remain faithful, yet find themselves falling into pornography repeatedly. Some wonder if God has given up on them. ... Read more
- [Is Living Together Before Marriage a Sin? A Catholic Answer](https://www.catholicutopia.com/is-living-together-before-marriage-a-sin-a-catholic-answer/): In today’s world, many couples choose to live together before getting married. Some do it to save money. Others want to “test compatibility” before making a lifelong commitment. Society often sees it as normal —even wise. But what does the Catholic Church teach? Is living together before marriage a sin? The Catholic answer is yes—when a couple lives together as husband and wife without being married, especially when the relationship includes sexual intimacy. This is because sexual union belongs within the covenant of marriage, and living together in a way that imitates marriage can lead to serious moral and spiritual problems. ... Read more
- [Is Missing Sunday Mass a Mortal Sin?](https://www.catholicutopia.com/is-missing-sunday-mass-a-mortal-sin/): Short answer: Yes, deliberately missing Sunday Mass without a serious reason is considered grave matter and can be a mortal sin if the usual conditions for mortal sin are also present. However, not every missed Mass is automatically a mortal sin. The circumstances and the person’s knowledge and freedom matter. Let’s understand what the Catholic Church actually teaches. Why Is Sunday Mass So Important? Sunday is not simply another day of the week. It is the Lord’s Day, the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead. From the earliest days of Christianity, believers gathered every Sunday to celebrate the Eucharist. The ... Read more
- [Happy The Man Lyrics and Sheet Music](https://www.catholicutopia.com/happy-the-man/): Happy the man who wanders with the Lord.Happy the man who knows how to live.Happy the man who never seeks reward,giving because he loves to give. He seeks no gold, he wants no gain.He knows those things are all in vain.He needs no praise nor honour, too.His only moto: “To your own self be true.” Happy the man who learned how to pray.Happy the man who has a burning goal.Happy the man whose service needs no pay.This man has found his own soul.Happy the man, happy the man of the Lord. If you are looking for the full Happy the man ... Read more
- [Turning the World Upside Down Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/turning-the-world-upside-down/): If you are looking for the Turning the World Upside Down lyrics, this powerful hymn reflects the transformative message of the Gospel. In this post, we provide the full text and a look at the meaning behind these inspiring words. O Lord, all the world belongs to you,and you are always making all things new,What is wrong you forgive, and the new life you giveis what’s turning the world upside down. The world’s only loving to its friends,but you have brought us love that never ends;loving enemies too, and this loving with youis what’s turning the world upside down. This world ... Read more
- [Jesus The Word Of The Father](https://www.catholicutopia.com/jesus-the-word-of-the-father/): Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Jesus, the word of God the Father,you come to tell us of his love. Jesus, the wor that shines in the darkness,you come to guide our steps to God. Jesus, the word of life eternal,you come to fill us with your spirit.
- [Return to God This Lent: A Powerful First Day Reflection](https://www.catholicutopia.com/return-to-god-this-lent/): Return to God this lent. Today marks the beginning of Lent. Before you scroll… before you move on to the next distraction… just pause and listen. God is speaking to you. And His message is simple, but powerful. Why You Must Return to God This Lent In the Book of Joel, God says: “Return to me with all your heart.” Not half your heart.Not the part that is comfortable.Not only when it is convenient. All of it. Your broken parts.Your hidden struggles.Your doubts.Your weaknesses.Your wounds. Everything. Lent begins with this invitation — not condemnation, not fear — but an invitation to ... Read more
- [Song of Good News](https://www.catholicutopia.com/song-of-good-news/): Open your ears, O Christian people,open your ears and hear good news.Open your hearts, O royal priesthood,God has come to you. God has spoken to his people, alleluia.And his words are words of wisdom, alleluia. He who has ears to hear his message,he who has ears, then let him hear.He who would learn the way of wisdom,let him hear God’s word.
- [Feast of the Assumption Hymns: Top 10 Marian Songs](https://www.catholicutopia.com/feast-of-the-assumption-hymns/): The Feast of the Assumption on August 15 is a central celebration in the Catholic Church honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary’s entrance into heaven. Singing Feast of the Assumption hymns is a cherished tradition that enriches worship and draws the faithful closer to Mary’s loving example. Singing Feast of the Assumption hymns is a heartfelt way to honor Mary, celebrate the mystery of her Assumption, and grow in faith. May these songs inspire joyful worship on this sacred day.
- [Pope Leo XIV August 2025 Catholic News: Messages and Events](https://www.catholicutopia.com/pope-leo-xiv-august-2025-catholic-news/): A Month of Hope: Pope Leo XIV’s August 2025 Catholic News Highlights In August 2025, Pope Leo XIV continues to inspire Catholics with messages centered on mercy, hope, and unity. This month’s Catholic news brings together papal reflections, global Church gatherings, and important liturgical celebrations such as the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Papal Reflections: Mercy, Vigilance, and the Eucharist At the August 10 Angelus in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV encouraged the faithful to live out mercy and remain spiritually alert in times of challenge. On August 13, at the General Audience in the Paul VI Hall, his catechesis, “Jesus Christ Our Hope”, ... Read more
- [Word of God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/word-of-god/): Word of God, come down on earth, alleluia,touch our hearts and bring to birth, alleluia,faith and hope and lasting love, alleluia,Word of God, come down on earth. Speak to us, eternal Word, alleluia,you who brought all things to life, alleluia,Word that came from heaven to die, alleluia,speak to us eternal Word. Word made flesh, we long for you, alleuia,Word that speaks the Father’s love, alleluia,Word that sends the Spirit blest, alleluia,Word made flesh, we long for you.
- [Praise to You, O Christ, Our Saviour](https://www.catholicutopia.com/praise-to-you-christ-our-saviour/): Praise to you, O Christ, our Saviour,Word of the Father, calling us to life;Son of God who leads us to freedom:glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ. You are the Word who calls us out of darkness;you are the Word who leads us into light;you are the Word who brings us through the desert:glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ. You are the one whom prophets hoped and longed for;you are the one who speaks to us today;you are the one who leads us to our future:glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ. You are the Word who binds us and unites us;you are ... Read more
- [Open My Ears](https://www.catholicutopia.com/open-my-ears/): Open my ears to your Word, Lord of my life, I pray,that as I seek to serve you, I may hear what you say. Open my eyes to your Word, that as I read each day,new things I may discover to help me walk your way. Open my heart to your Word, that as I read todaymy heart may not be hardened but will with joy obey.
- [O Word Of God](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-word-of-god/): O Word of God, come into this space.O Word of God, come send us your grace. Here I am, O Lord, my God; I come to do your will. Open our minds; show us your truth.Transform our lives anew. Blessed are the poor in spirit; the kingdomof heaven is theirs! Let all the nations praise you, O God! [2]
- [Listen](https://www.catholicutopia.com/listen/): Listen, let your heart keep seeking,listen to his constant speaking,listen to the Spirit calling you.Listen to his inspiration,listen to his invitation,listen to the Spirit calling you. He’s in the sound of the thunder, in the whisperof the breeze. He’s in the might of the whirlwind,in the roaring of the seas. He’s in the laughter of children, in the patterof the rain. Hear him in cries of the suffering,in their moaning and their pain.
- [Let Me Sing Of Your Law](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-me-sing-of-your-law/): Let me sing of your law, O my God;let your love come upon your people. Through your own word, Lord, give us life;in your holy keeping, happy is my soul. I have made known to you my ways;you have heard my pleading; now teach me your laws. Show me the way to keep your law;let your holy precepts dwell within my mind. Deep in my soul my sorrow lies;ever keep your promise, let my heart be glad.
- [Your Word Lights Up](https://www.catholicutopia.com/your-word-lights-up/): Your Word lights up my way and guidesmy steps, Lord, your law brings salvation. How happy those of blameless life,those who walk in the love of the Lord. How happy who respect his decrees,those who seek him with all their hearts.
- [Sing Them Over Again To Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sing-them-over-again-to-me/): Sing them over again to me, wonderful wordsof life; let me more of their beauty see,wonerful words of life. Words of life and beauty,teach me faith and duty: Beautiful words, wonderful words,wonerful words of life {2} Christ, the blessed One, gives to all,wonderful words of life; sinner, list to theloving call, wonderful words of life.All so freely given, wooing us to heaven: Sweetly echo the gospel call, wonderful wordsof life; offer pardon and peace to all, wonderfulwords of life. Jesus, only Saviour, sanctify for ever:
- [Be Still My Friends](https://www.catholicutopia.com/be-still-my-friends/): I ask you, my friends, to be still;and know that I am here with you.The longing in your heart I will fill;for I now make my home in you. The mountains, the valleys, the oceans deepsing praises and glory to you.And all of creation joins in song;but man finds you within. The crowds on the hill sides need your brea.The lame need your healing hand.The blind and the dumb cry out for you;when will men understand?
- [Fill My Cup Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/fill-my-cup-lord/): Like the woman at the well, I was seekingfor things that could not satisfy.And then I heard my Saviour speaking:“Draw from my wewll that never shall run dry.” Fill my cup, Lord, I lift it up, Lord.Come and quench this thirsting of my soul.Bread of heaven, feed me till I want no more.Fill my cup, fill it up and make me whole. There are millions in this world who are cravingthe pleasure earthly things afford.But none can match the wondrous treasurethat I find in Jesus Christ, my Lord.
- [Come To Me](https://www.catholicutopia.com/come-to-me/): Come unto me, all who are weary,and find rest for your soul.Come to me, all who are burdened;you shall learn from me. Take my yoke upon your shoulders;do not be afraid. For I will gently teach youof the ways of the Lord. I have come not for the strong,but for sinners frail; the powerless shall be favouredin the eyes of the Lord. You shall come to know secret things,hidden from the wise. And children shall be rulersin the land of the Lord.
- [All You That Labour](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-you-that-labour/): All you that labour and are burdened, O come to me.To you, O Lord, we raise our hands in prayer.When darkness shrouds your joy, stand firmby my side; you will be strong in your faith. Yes, Lord, we believe that you havethe words of eternal life. All you that stumble on the way, O come to me;to you, O Lord, we raise our hands in prayer.Good Shepherd of my sheep, on safe pathhs I lead;all will return to the fold. All you that hunger now and thirst, O come to me.To you, O Lord, we raise our hands in prayer.I am ... Read more
- [Now The Feast And Celebration](https://www.catholicutopia.com/now-the-feast-and-celebration/): Now the feast and celebration,all of creation sings for joy,for joy to the God of life and love and freedom;praise and glory for evermore! Now is the feast of the Lamb once slain,whose blood has freed and united usto be one great people of God. Power and riches, wisdom and might,all honour and glory to Christ forever. For God has come to dwell with us,to make us people of God; to make all things new.
- [Be Glad In The Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/be-glad-in-the-lord/): Be glad in the Lord and rejoice,all ye that are upright in heart;and ye that have made him your choice,bid sadness and sorrow depart. Rejoice, rejoice, be glad in the Lord and rejoice {2} Be joyful, for he is the Lord,on earth and in heaven supreme.He fashions and rules by his word:the “mighty” and “strong” to redeem. Though darkness surround you by day,your sky by night be overcast,let nothing your spirit dismay,but trust till the danger is past.
- [Be Glad O People](https://www.catholicutopia.com/be-glad-o-people/): Be glad, O people of the earth!Lift up your heart with song and dance,for I am with you, yes, within you, forever;you are the heart of my heart. I will never forget you, O my people;on the day of anguish I will answer you.As you join in celebration,my joy will move among you. You will find a land to be your home,where sheep and cattle may freely roam,mountains from which springsshall flow with living water.
- [Sing My Soul](https://www.catholicutopia.com/sing-my-soul/): Sing my soul at the joy that I feel:there is now, dwelling in me, my God. It is through you, Lord, that I act,every prayer, every thought of mine,comes from you, Lord divine. Lord, it is your wish, that I may,by my life, show people aroundhow to love, more and more. It is you, Lord, that I turnwhen in need and my heart is grieved;for your love brings me joy.
- [Rejoice Evermore](https://www.catholicutopia.com/rejoice-evermore/): Rejoice evrmore for this is the will of God {3}in Christ Jesus concerning you. Sing alleluia to the Lord our God,enter his courts with songs of praise. Pray without ceasing for this is the will of God. {3}in Christ Jesus concerning you. In everything give thanks for this is the will of God. {3}in Christ Jesus concerning you.
- [In The Service Of The King](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-the-service-of-the-king/): I am happy in the service of the King,I’m happy, O so happy;I have peace and joy that nothing else can bring,in the service of the King. In the service of the King,every talent I will bring;I have peace and joy and blessingin the service of the King. I am happy in the service of the King,I’m happy, O so happy;through the sunshine and the shadow I can sing,in the service of the King. I am happy in the service of the King,I’m happy, O so happy;to his guiding hand for ever I will clingin the service of the King.
- [Fear Not Rejoice](https://www.catholicutopia.com/fear-not-rejoice/): Fear not, rejoice and be glad,the Lord hath done a great thing;hath poured out his Spirit on all mankind,on those who confess his name. The fig tree is budding, the vine beareth fruit,the wheat fields are golden with grain.Thrust in the sickle, the harvest is ripe,the Lord has given us rain. Ye shall eat in plenty and be satisfied,the mountains will drip with sweet wine.My children shall drink of the fountain of life,my children will know they are mine.
- [Break Forth Into Joy](https://www.catholicutopia.com/break-forth-into-joy/): Break forth into joy, O my soul. {2}In the presence of the Lord there is joy for evermore.Break forth, break forth into joy, O my soul.
- [We Shall Draw Water](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-shall-draw-water/): We shall draw water joyfully, singing joyfully,singing joyfully, we shall draw water joyfullyfrom the wellsprings of salvation. Truely God is our salvation; we trust,we shall not fear. For the Lord is our strength,the Lord is our song; he became our Saviour. Give thanks, O give thanks to the Lord;give praise to his holy name! Make his mighty deedsknown to all of the nations; proclaim his greatness. Sing a psalm, sing a psalm to the Lordfor he has done glorious deeds.Make known his works to all of the earth;people of Sion, sing joy, for great in your midst,great in your midst is ... Read more
- [Prayer For Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/prayer-for-peace/): Lord, we pray for golden peace,peace all over land, May all men dwellin liberty, walking hand in hand. Banish fear and ignorance, hunger, thirstand pain; banish hate and poverty,let no man live in vain. Keep all men for ever one, one in loveand grace. Wipe away all war and strife,give freedom to each race.
- [Peace I Leave With You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/peace-i-leave-with-you/): Peace I leave with you, my friends,peace the world cannot give.Peace I leave with you, my friends,so that your joy be ever full. The Father’s love I came to give,to be the hope for all who live. Take his gift and be at peace;the Spirit of our love I bring. By this love which you should have,all will know you are my friends.
- [Peace give I To Thee](https://www.catholicutopia.com/peace-give-i-to-thee/): Peace give I to thee, peace give I to theenot as the world gives, give I to thee.Peace give I to thee. Faith… Hope… Love…
- [Peace Making Man](https://www.catholicutopia.com/peace-making-man/): He is the first born from the dead.The Church is his body and he, its head.In his own person he is redeemed our loss,making peace through the blood of his cross. He is the image of God unseen,our visible sign of what love can mean.Through him and for him all the world was made,finding peace in the price that he paid. Absolute fullness in him resides,through him reconciling what sin divides.We shall continue all that he began,making peace through this peace making man.
- [Peace Perfect Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/peace-perfect-peace/): Peace, perfect peace is the gift of Christ our Lord. {2}Thus, says the Lord will the world know my friends.Peace, perfect peace, is the gift of Christ our Lord. Love… Faith… Hope… Joy…
- [Let There Be Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-there-be-peace/): Let there be peace in your dwelling. Let there bepeace this day. Peace is the gift that I offer,that no one can take away. So let their wars and their terrors resound.You, my child, are on certain ground.Don’t let your heart be afraid. I will not leave you an orphan alone.You are the child I claim as my own.You hold the key to my heart.
- [In Labour All Creation Groans](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-labour-all-creation-groans/): In labour all creation groans till fear andhatred cease, till human hearts have understood:in Christ alone is peace. In labour all creation groans till unjustwages cease, till poor are clothed and children fedand Christ becomes their peace. In labour all creation groans till prejudiceshall cease, till blind to gender, race and creed,in Christ we find our peace. In labour all creation groans till violent crimeshall cease, till force gives way to gentlenessand Christ becomes our peace.
- [O Lord, Furnace Of Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-lord-furnace-of-love/): O Lord, furnace of love,set our hearts on fire with charity. Where there is hatred, let us sow his love.Where there is injury, let us show pardon. Where there is strife, let us bring his peace.Where there is error, let us spread truth. Where there is doubt, let us kindle faith.Where there is despair, let us revive hope. Where there is sadness, let us awaken joy,Where there is darkness, let us bring light.
- [Gift Of Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gift-of-peace/): His peace he gives to us, his peace he leaveswith us; not for us alone but that we mightgive it again to all men. The man who looks for God in the depthsof his heart, will find a hidden quiet that nothingcan disturb or take away. The man who seeks his life as an open doorthrough which all men might come to love and giveagain will know true peace.
- [My Soul Is Longing For Your Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-soul-is-longing-for-your-peace/): My soul is longing for your peace,near to you, my God. Lord, you know that my heart is not proud,and my eyes are not lifted from the earth. Lofty thoughts have never filled my mind,far beyond my sight all ambitious deeds. In your peace I have maintained my soul,I have kept my heart in your quiet peace.
- [My Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/my-peace/): My peace I give unto you,it’s a peace that the world cannot give.It’s a peace that the world cannot understand.Peace to know, peace to live.My peace I give unto you. My joy… My love…
- [Make Me A Means Of Your Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/make-me-a-means-of-your-peace/): Lord, make me a means of your peace.Where there’s hatred grown, let me sow your love.Where there’s injury, Lord, let forgiveness be mysword, Lord, make me a means of your peace. Lord, make me a means of your peace.Where there’s doubt and fear, let me sow your faith.In this world’s despair, give me hope in you to share.Lord, make me a means of your peace. Lord, make me a means of your peace.Where there’s sadness here, let me sow your joy.When the darkness nears, may your light dispelour fears. Lord, make me a means of your peace.
- [Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace](https://www.catholicutopia.com/make-me-a-channel-of-your-peace/): Make me a channel of your peace.Where there is hatred, let me bring your love.Where there is injury your pardon, Lord,and where there’s doubt, true faith in you. O Master, grant that I may never seekso much to be consoled, as to console,to be understood, as to understand,to be loved, as to love, with all my soul. Make me a channel of your peace.Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope.Where there is darkness only light,and where there’s darkness ever joy. Make me a channel of your peace.It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,in giving of ourselves that we ... Read more
- [When I Needed A Neighbour](https://www.catholicutopia.com/when-i-needed-a-neighbour/): When I needed a neighbour { were you there? {2}When I needed a neighbour were you there?And the creed and the colourand the name won’t matter, were you there? I was hungry and thirsty, were you there…I was cold, I was naked, were you there…
- [In Need Of Liberation](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-need-of-liberation/): The world stands in need of liberation, my Lord.It still has to feel your power.The blind and the deaf, the dumb and themaimed, all need to feel your healing touch.The world stands in need of liberation, my Lord.It still has to learn to love. There are those who have eyes but refuse to seetheir inhumanity that’s done. There are thosewho have ears but refuse to hear the criesof those in agony. There are those who have mouths but refuseto speak against injustice done to some.There are those who have hands but refuse to reachthem out in love and charity.
- [Whatsoever You Do](https://www.catholicutopia.com/whatsoever-you-do/): Whatsoever you do to the least of my people,that you do unto me. When I was hungry, you gave me to eat;when I was thirsty, you gave me to drink.Now enter into the home of my Father. When I was homeless, you opened your door;when I was naked, you gave me your coat. When I was weary, you helped me find rest;when I was anxious, you calmed all my fears. When I was little, you taught me to read;when I was lonely, you gave me your love. When in a prison, you came to my cell;when on a sick bed, you ... Read more
- [Reach Out](https://www.catholicutopia.com/reach-out/): Reach out, rach outmy brothers and sisters, reach out.In giving and sharing, believing and caring;reach out, together, reach out. Reach out to God in your life;O let him come into your life.He lives, he is risen; his Spirit is with us.Reach out, together, reach out. Reach out to others in need;reach out to all others in need.So many are hurting; so many are lonely.Reach out, together, reach out. Let us reach out to ourselves;come, let us reach out to ourselves.In praying and sharing; in trusting and caring.Reach out, together, reach out.
- [If We Could See](https://www.catholicutopia.com/if-we-could-see/): If we could see with the other man’s eyes,and love with the other man’s heart,we’d know just what it feels liketo be playing the other man’s part. How can anyone understand, how can anyonecome to know, what’s hurting sorely the otherman? Is there a way to know? The fears and cares that others feel, the pain and worry they undergo, are theirs alone unlesswe seek to know what hurts them so.
- [Who Will Speak?](https://www.catholicutopia.com/who-will-speak/): Who will speak for the poor and the broken?Who will speak for the peoples oppressed?Who will speak so their voice will be heard?Oh who will speak if you don’t? Who will speak if you don’t? {2}Who will speak so their voice will be heard?Oh who will speak if you don’t? Who will speak for the ones who are voiceless?Speak the truth in the places of power? Who… Who will speak for the children of violence?Who will speak for the women abused? Who… Who will speak for the shunned and the outcast?Who will speak for all people with AIDS? Who… Who will ... Read more
- [The Harvest Of Justice](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-harvest-of-justice/): May we find rishness in the harvest of justicewhich Christ Jesus has ripened for us.Bread for the journey, bread for the hungry,all of the glory and praise of God. Gather with patience for those who have nothing.Leave them your riches, and you will receive.Make room for the poor ones, make way for thestranger; for I am the Lord, the Lord your God. For to have mercy on those forgotten,this is my true law, this is my command:clothe the naked, be home for the orphan,be hope for the widow, and welcome the lost. For to have little is to be in abundance.To ... Read more
- [Do It Now](https://www.catholicutopia.com/do-it-now/): If you’ve a kind word to say, say it now.If you have something to give, give it now.If you can make soemone glad or another less sad,do it now, do it now, do it now. Now, before it is too late, now’s the timefor every good deed. Do not wait untiltomorrow, for it may be just a little too late. If there is good news to give, give it now.If there is friendship to show, show it now.If there is hope you can raise or someone you acan praise,do it now, do it now, do it now. If you have trust ... Read more
- [Diverse in Culture Nature Race](https://www.catholicutopia.com/diverse-in-culture-nature-race/): Diverse in culture, nation, race, we come togetherby your grace. God, let us be a meeting groundwhere hope and healing love are found. God, let us be a bridge of care connecting peopleeverywhere. Help confront all fear and hateand lust for power that separate. God, let us be a table spread with gifts of loveand broken bread, where all find welcome,grace attends, and enemies arise as friends.
- [There Is One Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/there-is-one-lord/): There is one Lord. There is one faith. There isone fountain flowing with the waters of rebirth. As the dew from the heaven falls upon the earth,so the love of God descends upon us. See the water flowing from the temple wall,from the side of Christ, renewing all the earth. Like a thirsty deer that longs for running streams,so my Spirit longs for God, the living God.
- [Many Are The Light Beams](https://www.catholicutopia.com/many-are-the-light-beams/): Many are the light beams from one light.Our one light is Jesus. We are one in Christ. {2} Many are the branches of the one tree.Our one tree is Jesus. We are one in Christ {2} Many are the gifts given, love is all one.Love’s the gift of Jesus. We are one in Christ. {2} Man ways to serve God, the Spirit is one;servant spirit of Jesus. We are one in Christ. {2}
- [Make Us One Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/make-us-one-lord/): Make us one Lord {2} by your spirit,make us one Lord. We are members ofyour body, make us one, Lord, we pray. Every tribe and nation is represented here,watching with each other as the day of Christdraws near; worshiping the Saviourwho die to set us free,we belong together, we are family.
- [We Are Happy Christians](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-are-happy-christians/): We are happy Christians, all united in the Lord.We are all one family: Jesus Christ has chosen us tocarry on his life over every land and sea.From the north and from the south and from theeast and west, he has called us all together: And {we are delighted, that we are unitedinto God’s own family, yes {2} Now as Christians we must try to live the Gospel lifeliving in simplicity. We will share the goods wehave with everyone in need, such as Christ-like charity.We are grateful that God called us to this way of lifein the footsteps of our Saviour:
- [We Are Many Parts](https://www.catholicutopia.com/we-are-many-parts/): We are many parts, we are all one body,and the gifts we have we are given to share.May the spirit o love make us one indeed;one, the love that we share, one, our hopein despair, one, the cross that we bear. God of all, we look to you, we would be yourservants true, let us be your love to all the world. So my pain is pain for you, in your joy is myjoy, too; all is brought together in the Lord.
- [O How Good](https://www.catholicutopia.com/o-how-good/): O how good, how wonderful it iswhen brothers and sisters live as one {2} It is as fragrant as pure oil, the oitmentof the Lord, flowing down as on Aaron of old,anointing everyone. It is as refreshing as the dew upon themountain of the Lord, for there the favour of theLord remains, the blessing of everlasting life.
- [As Grains Of Wheat](https://www.catholicutopia.com/as-grains-of-wheat/): As grains of wheat are gathered in we’ve cometogether; from lives apart we bring our heartsto make one whole. For many are we, and brokenwe’ve come, but we shall become one. Each grain must fall and give itself; it firstis broken, then, joined with others, makes onebody and one bread. From many fields the harvest comes to feedthe hungry, the world cries out to tastethe goodness of the Lord. Your harvest, Lord, is gathered in; we standbefore you to be your bread, to be yourbody in the world.
- [Father May They All Be One](https://www.catholicutopia.com/father-may-they-all-be-one/): Father, may they all be one. Father, may they all be one, as you are in meand I in you, that the world may knowit is you who have sent me,that they may be one as we are one. With me in them and you in me, may they be socompletely one, that the world may knowit is you who have sent me,and I’ve loved them as much as you loved me.
- [Lord Unite All Nations](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lord-unite-all-nations/): Lord, unite all nations in your love.Bless us with your bounty from above,and may all in heaven one day singat the banquet of their Lord and King. Fill us with love, gve us your peacelet grace abound and charity increasethat east and west in harmony may live.Lord, unite all nations in your love. Teach us your love, teach us your peacethat joy may grow and happiness increase.Help us to work to make all nations one.Lord, unite all nations in your love.
- [May We One Bread One Body Be](https://www.catholicutopia.com/may-we-one-bread-one-body-be/): Lord who at thy first Eucharist did’st pray,that all thy Church might be forever one,grant us that every Eucharist to say,with longing heart and soul: “Thy will be done.” May we one bread, one body bethrough this blest Sacrament of unity. For all thy church, O Lord, we intercede:make thou our lack of charity to cease;draw us then nearer each to each, we plead,by drawing all to thee, O Prince of peace. We pray thee too for wand’rers from thy fold,O bring them back Good Shepherd of the sheep,back to the faith which saints believed of old,back to the Church which ... Read more
- [Prayer for Unity](https://www.catholicutopia.com/prayer-for-unity/): Prayer for Unity Gracious Lord, deign to gather in your Kingdomall the peoples who fill the universe. As grains of wheat in the host form thebread of life, and as the grapes are pressedto make the precious wine, help us to keep this unityin the bond of peace and charity. O God of Love, shed your light overall the earth, give us the strength to spreadfraternal love and zeal, to kindle all humanitywith the mighty flame of charity. Companions all, from the towns, from the country side, from every plain and field,from vale and mountain height,come ‘neath the shadow of the ... Read more
- [Let There Be Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-there-be-love/): Let there be love shared among us,let there be love in our eyes, may now your lovesweep this nation, cause us, O Lord, to arise. Give us a fresh understandingof brotherly love that is real, let there be loveshared among us, let there be love. Let there be peace shared among us…Let there be joy shared among us…
- [All I Ask of You](https://www.catholicutopia.com/all-i-ask-of-you/): All I ask of you is for everto remember me as loving you. Deep the joy of being together in one heartand for me that’s just where it is. As we make our way through all the joys and pain,can we sense our younger, truer selves? Someone will be calling you to be there for a while.Can you hear their cry from deep within?
- [If I Speak](https://www.catholicutopia.com/if-i-speak/): If I speak with tongues of menor of angels voices eloquence, what is this,what is this, if I do not know love?Prophet’s voice, wise men’s sight,faith to move the hills, if I have theseI am nothing if I have not love. Love is patient, love is kind.Love is never jealous, never rude,never harsh, and never harbours hate.Bears all things, hopes all things,love endures what comes. Love rejoices,love believes the dreams of everyone. Love will never have an end,but as for tongues for prophecy, they will end,they will cease when the Lord shall come.Faith abides, hope abides,love abides in you. Of these ... Read more
- [This is my Commandment](https://www.catholicutopia.com/this-is-my-commandment/): This is my commandment:love one another as I have loved you. Charity is kind, charity feels no envy,charity bears up to the end. Charity is meek, charity seeks not its own,charity has fait to the end. Charity is mild, charity thinks no evil,charity can hope to the end. Charity is just, charity finds joy in truth,charity is patient to the end.
- [A New Commandment](https://www.catholicutopia.com/a-new-commandment/): A new commandment I give unto you,that you love one another as I have loved you. By this shall all know you are my disciplesif you have love one for another. You are my friends if you do what I command you.Without my help you acan do nothing. I am the true vine, my Father is the gard’ner.Abide in me and I in you.
- [Love is the Greatest Gift of All](https://www.catholicutopia.com/love-is-the-greatest-gift-of-all/): If I speak in words of wisdomwithout love my song has no meaning.If I know the secrets of this world of ours,without love my knowledge is untrue.Even if my faith could move away a mountain,even if I gave away everything I own.It is love, it is love, love is the greatest gift of all. Loving is patient and kind, love is not jealousor proud, love is not rude or selfish.True loving never ends. Loving delights in the truth, love is not happywith shame, love never gives up hoping.True loving never ends.
- [Where Love and Charity](https://www.catholicutopia.com/where-love-and-charity/): Where love and charity are found,God there abides. The love of Christ has gathered us together,let us rejoice to be united in the Lord,let us revere, let us love the living God.With hearts sincere, let us love one another. And since we live in unity together,let us take heed that we be not divided,let our disputes, our quarrels and contentions cease.And so let Jesus, our Lord, in our midst abide.
- [In Love We Choose To Live](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-love-we-choose-to-live/): Love is patient, love is kind. Love is readyto forgive, in our love new hope is found.In love we choose to live. May love be our home; rest to soothe tired bones.May love be healing for our wounds.May love speak the truth; free us from fear.May love be the heart of our anger! For May love be the sun shining in our darkness.May love fill the lives of our children.May love be our strength, to live a life of justice.May love be our call to live the Kingdom! For
- [This is My Will, My One Command](https://www.catholicutopia.com/this-is-my-will-my-one-command/): This is my will, my one command,that love should dwell among you all.This is my will that you should loveas I have shown that I love you. No greater love a man can havethan that he die to save his friends.You are my friend if you obeyWhat I command that you should do. I call you now no longer slaves;no slave knows all his master does.I call you friends for all I hearmy Father say, you hear from me. You chose not me, but I chose you,that you should go and bear much fruit,I chose you out that you in meshould ... Read more
- [Chupa Tu Mujhe - Hindi Cover Version of "STILL" by Hillsong](https://www.catholicutopia.com/chupa-tu-mujhe/): Chupa Tu mujheApne palkon taleChupa Tu mujheTere samarth hatho mein. Aandhi toofan mere zindagi mein ayiTu mere sath hai mein kyu darunYeshu tu mera raja haiMain na hilu tu sath mere. Aye mere mannKhuda pe kar bharosaUski shakti meinTu samarth payega.
- [Love It Was That Made Us](https://www.catholicutopia.com/love-it-was-that-made-us/): Love it was that made us and it was lovethat saved us, love was God’s plan when hemade man, God’s divine nature is love.Born of God’s love we must love him,that’s why he made us to love him,{but only when we love each other,can we partake of God’s love. {2} Love is a wonderful thing, joy in our heartsit will bring. Where there’s true love there is Godand where there is God there is love. Christ said: “Love must be the sign by which allwill know you are mine. A new commandmentI give each other love as I did.”
- [They'll Know We Are Christians](https://www.catholicutopia.com/theyll-know-we-are-christians/): We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord {2}and we pray that all unity may one day be restored. And they’ll know we are Christians by our love,by our love, yes, they’ll know we areChristians by our love. We will walk with each other, we will walkhand in hand {2} and together we’ll spreadthe news that God is in our land. We will work with each other, we will workside by side {2} and we’ll guard each one’s dignityand save each one’s pride.
- [Zinda Yeshu Lyrics - New Life City Worship - India](https://www.catholicutopia.com/zinda-yeshu/): Tujhme hi ab jiyun maru mainJo tu kahe wahi karun mainZindagi mein ab na kuch kami hai.Na gum hai ab aur na andheraTu hi toh hai mera saweraMera viswaash Yeshu pe jo hai,Jo tu yaha toh kyu darun main. Ab main gaunga, andhero meinSang chale ujala ban keAb main nachunga, tufano meinZinda Yeshu rehta mujhmein. Jeevan ne di bahot nirashaTujh pe hi tha aur hai bharoshaMere halaat tu janta hai.Rahein badalti ja rhi haiManzil hai dur par tu yehi haiKosish yehi ki na rukoon mainChalta jaun aur na thamu main Ab main gaunga, andhero meinSang chale ujala ban keAb main nachunga, ... Read more
- [By The Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/by-the-love/): By the love with which you live and thejoy that overflows, you will be knownas my disciples; in that love shall I abide. Trust in God and in me;do not be troubled for I am with you. You shall follow my path:I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. Those who keep my word shall havewithin them the one who sent me.
- [Greater Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/greater-love/): Greater love and friendship has no man than this:that he die for others, give his life for all.No more are you servants, I have called you friends,all my Father told me, I made known to you. Without you I am nothing.My weakness needs your strength.So speak, Lord, to your servant:I’m waiting for your word. Go and build my kingdom, pluck up and break down,speak what I command you, I shall be with you.No, you did not choose me, I appointed you.Go, bear fruit in plenty, fruit that should abide. Have you seen my people, have you heard their cry?Do you know ... Read more
- [Age To Age](https://www.catholicutopia.com/age-to-age/): Age to age we will love you.Dawning light we will wake with you.Into night we will follow you.We will love you age to age. As the eagle flies to the heavens above,on wings of faith, God will bear you up. As the lilies of the field neither toil nor spin,what splendour we find in the love God gives. Come, all you weary, for you are blessed.God will lighten your burden and give you rest.
- [Only a Shadow](https://www.catholicutopia.com/only-a-shadow/): The love we have for you, O Lord, isonly a shadow of your love for us; {2}your deep abiding love.The bread we take and eat, O Lord, isyour body broken and shared with us; {2}the gift of your great love. Our lives are in your hands. Our love for youwill grow, O Lord; your light in us will shine. Our own belief in you, O Lord, isonly a shadow of your faith in us; {2}your deep and lasting faith.The dreams we share today, O Lord, areonly a shadow of your dreams for us; {2}if we but follow you.
- [Draw Me, O Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/draw-me-o-lord/): Draw me, O Lord, to your heart of love.Draw me, O Lord, to your love.Draw me, O Lord, to your boundless love,but draw me, draw me, my God. Draw me {3} to yourself. Draw me {2}my heart, Lord, was made for you. Draw me, O Lord, to your wounded side,opened for me there to hide,and let me drink from the fount of life,that I may thirst never more.
- [Wonderful Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/wonderful-love/): Love of my Lord, love of my Lord!Wonderful, wonderful love! He cares for you in the morningand right on through the day,each step you take, each move you makejust speaks of love, his love so wonderful! His love is not to imprison,it cannot stay within;to all your friends you have been sentto show them that his love is wonderful. No words can tell what his love is,no mind can comprehend,no power on earth can bring to birththe mystery of his love so wonderful!
- [In Thy Heart](https://www.catholicutopia.com/in-thy-heart/): In thy heart, O sweetest Saviour lies the trustof my salvation. { Neither life nor death will ever,draw me away from thy sweet love. { 2 } Tell me, Lord, thou dost forgive me, let me,Lord, forever be near thee. Teach me dothroughout my life, what is pleasing in thy sight.
- [Eye has Not Seen](https://www.catholicutopia.com/eye-has-not-seen/): Eye has not seen, ear has not heard,what God has ready for those who love him;spirit of love, come give us the mind of Jesus,teach us the wisdom of God. When pain and sorrow weigh us down, be nearto us Oh Lord, forgive the weakness of our faith,and bear us up within your peaceful word. Our lives are but a single breath, we flowerand fade, yet all our days are in your hands,so we return in love what love has made.
- [How Great Is Our God Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/how-great-is-our-god-lyrics/): How great is our God lyrics and song by Chris Tomlin The splendor of a King clothed in majestyLet all the Earth rejoiceAll the Earth rejoice He wraps himself in lightAnd darkness tries to hideAnd trembles at His voiceTrembles at His voice How great is our God, sing with meHow great is our God, and all will seeHow great, how great is our God Age to age He standsAnd time is in His handsBeginning and the endBeginning and the end The Godhead Three in OneFather Spirit SonThe Lion and the LambThe Lion and the Lamb How great is our God, sing ... Read more
- [God is Love and All who Live in Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-is-love-and-all-who-live-in-love/): God is love, and all who live in loveabide in God, and God abides in them. {2} The love of Christ has gathered us as one;in him let us rejoice; in him let us be glad.Let us revere and love the living God.With heart and mind and soul now let us love sincerely. Therefore, as now we gather into one,let discord find no place, nor hatred rule our hearts.Let evil deeds and bitter words now cease,that Christ stay in our midst and dwell with us forever.
- [Let Thy Love Play Upon My Voice](https://www.catholicutopia.com/let-thy-love-play-upon-my-voice/): Let thy love play upon my voiceand rest on my silence. Let it pass through my heart into all my movements. Let thy love like stars shine in the darknessof my sleep and dawn in my awakening. Let it burn in the flame of my desiresand flow in all currents of my own love. Let me carry thy love in my life as a harp does its musicand give it back to thee at last, with my life.
- [God's Love Is So Wonderful](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gods-love-is-so-wonderful/): God’s love is so wonderful,Jesus is so wonderful,God’s love is so wonderful,so wonderful for you and for me. God is always kind when you’re lonely,keep him closer to your heart.He will give you peace, he will give you rest,if you have his love in your heart. Put your trust in God everybody,every day and every hour.He will give you joy, he will give you hope,if you have his love in your heart.
- [Your Love is Finer Than Life](https://www.catholicutopia.com/your-love-is-finer-than-life/): O God, I seek you, my soul thirsts for you,your love is finer than life. As a dry and weary desert land,so my soul is thirsting for my God,and my flesh is faint for the God I seek,for your love is more to me than life. I think of you when at night I rest,I reflect upon your steadfast love.I will cling to you, O Lord my God,in the shadow of your wings, I sing. I will bless your name all the days I live,I raise my hands and call on you.My joyful lips shall sing your praise,you alone have filled ... Read more
- [God is Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-is-love/): God is love and the one who lives in love,lives in God, and God lives in him. And we have come to know and have believedthe love which God has for us.God is love and the one who lives in lovelives in God, and God lives in him. God is hope… God is peace… God is joy…
- [Where There Is Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/where-there-is-love/): Where there is love, there is God. The loveof God has gathered us together; Alleluia. Love is patient, love is kind, never jealous,never proud, never seeking oneself.Love never leads to anger. Love is gracious and forgiving, takingno delight in wrong; love rejoices in the truth;love will endure. Many things will pass away. There are but threethings that last; Faith, Hope, and Love:the greatest of these is Love.
- [There is a River](https://www.catholicutopia.com/there-is-a-river/): There is a river that flows from God above;there is a fountain that’s filled with his great love.Come to the waters, there is a great supply;there is a river that never shall run dry.
- [Here is Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/here-is-love/): Here is love vast as the ocean | Loving kindnessas the flood | when the Prince of Life our ransomshed for us his precious blood. Who his love will not remember? Who can ceaseto sing his praise? He will never be forgottenthroughout Heaven’s eternal days. On the mount of crucifixion | fountains openeddeep and wide | through the floodgates of God’smercy | flowed a vast and gracious tide. Grace and love like mighty rivers | pouredincessant from above. Heaven’s peace and perfectjustice | kissed a guilty world in love.
- [The Deep Love Of Jesus](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-deep-love-of-jesus/): O the deep, deep love Jesus!Vast, unmeasured boundless free.Rolling as a mighty ocean in its fullness over me.Underneath me, all around me,is the current of thy love.Leading onward, leading homeward,to my glorious rest above. O the deep, deep love of Jesus!Spread his praise from shore to shore.How he loveth, ever loveth changeth never, nevermore.How he watches over his loved onesdied to call them all his own.How for them he intercedethwatches over them from the throne. O the deep, deep love of Jesus!Love of every love the best.‘Tis as ocean vast of blessing, ’tis a haven sweet of rest.O the deep, deep ... Read more
- [God Still Loves The World](https://www.catholicutopia.com/god-still-loves-the-world/): Every tiny star that twinkles in the night sky,every drop of morning dew,every spark of fire blazing in the furnace,every captivating view,every rainbow in the sky, every pretty butterfly,tells the fascinating news to those who dare to hope,and the message is: God still loves the world.God still, still loves the world.So throw your life into his hands.Day by day discern his plans:God is passionately busy loving you and me. Every ocean wave that breaks upon the seashore,every stalk of golden wheat,every silver stream that gushes down the mountain,every drop of honey sweet,every eagle flying high, every worm that wriggles by,tells the ... Read more
- [Such Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/such-love/): Such love, pure as the whitest snow,such love, weeps for the shame I know.Such love, paying the debt I owe,O Jesus, such love. Such love, stilling my restlessness,such love, filling my emptiness,such love, showing me holiness,O Jesus, such love. Such love, springs from eternity.Such love, streaming through historysuch love, fountain of life to me,O Jesus, such love.
- [The Steadfast Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-steadfast-love/): The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases.His mercies never come to an end.They are new every morning, new every morning.Great is your faithfulness, O Lord,great is your faithfulness. The Lord is good to those who wait for him,to the soul that seeks him. It is good that we shouldwait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. Let us test and examine all our ways, and returnunto the Lord. Let us lift our hearts and not ourhands alone unto the Lord who is in heaven.
- [Everlasting Your Love](https://www.catholicutopia.com/everlasting-your-love/): Everlasting your love. [2] From ageto age your covenant endures. Who alone does wonders with compassionand mercy? The God above every other power:to you alone give glory! Who created the heavens, planting earthon the waters? Who made the moon to ruleover night; who made the sun to rule the day? Who exalts the lowly; who releases the captive,so those oppressed find justice at last,and those in chains find liberty?
- [People Need the Lord](https://www.catholicutopia.com/people-need-the-lord/): Everyday they pass me byI can see it in their eyesEmpty people filled with careHeaded who knows where On they go through private painLiving fear to fearLaughter hides their silent criesOnly Jesus hears People need the Lord, people need the LordAt the end of broken dreams, He’s the open doorPeople need the Lord, people need the LordWhen will we realize people need the Lord? We are called to take His lightTo a world where wrong seems rightWhat could be too great a costFor sharing life with one who’s lost? Through His love our hearts can feelAll the grief they bearThey must ... Read more

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- [Gospel of Matthew](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gospel-of-matthew-2/): The Gospel of Matthew begins by placing Jesus within the whole story of salvation. Jesus is the son of Abraham and the son of David, the fulfillment of all the promises to God’s people. The teaching material in Matthew is organized into five great sections, the best-known of which is the Sermon on the Mount. Many have said Matthew saw Jesus as a second Moses, giving a new Torah to God’s people. Gospel of Matthew Summary The Gospel of Matthew is the first book of the New Testament and is one of the four canonical Gospels, written by the apostle Matthew, ... Read more
- [Providence Hymns](https://www.catholicutopia.com/providence-hymns/): 19 Providence Hymns Lyrics of the Church is a collection of sacred songs and hymns that hold a special place in the hearts of believers worldwide. These hymns are cherished for their timeless melodies and lyrics that inspire faith, hope, and reflection. Often sung during church services, gatherings, and moments of worship, Providence Hymns serve as a source of spiritual comfort and connection. It encompasses a wide range of themes, from praise and thanksgiving to supplication and contemplation, making them a vital part of the catholic church.
- [Hymns of Trust and Hope](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hymns-of-trust-and-hope/): Hymns of trust and hope have the remarkable ability to uplift our spirits, provide solace during difficult times, and strengthen our faith.
- [Hymns of Faith](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hymns-of-faith/): Hymns of Faith inspire and uplift people in the church, fostering a deep connection to their religious heritage and serving as a source of strength and inspiration in their spiritual lives.
- [Daily Bible Readings](https://www.catholicutopia.com/daily-bible-readings/): Walking with the Word: Daily Bible Readings for Inspired Living In a fast-paced world filled with distractions and demands, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Amidst the chaos, finding moments of inspiration and inner peace becomes vital for our well-being. One powerful way to achieve this is through daily Bible readings. Walking with the Word offers a transformative journey, guiding us towards a life of inspired living. Let us explore how daily Bible readings can enrich our lives and provide the spiritual nourishment we need. Finding Inspiration in Daily Bible Readings: Engaging in daily Bible readings opens up ... Read more
- [Lent Hymns List](https://www.catholicutopia.com/lent-hymns/): List of 53 most sung catholic lent hymns for the lenten season. Beyond the days Led by the Spirit Lord who throughout these Forty days Give me Thy heart O Lord be not mindful For you are my God Hosea There is Power in the Blood Jesus my Lord behold The Saviour is waiting Many times I have turned Coming home God of mercy and compassion As high as the Heavens Grant to us I hear Thy welcome voice From the depths Mercy Lord As the deer longs Save your people Remember your love As the deer Deep within I will ... Read more
- [Faith Hymns](https://www.catholicutopia.com/faith-hymns/): These are a few lists of faith hymns lyrics. Faith of our Fathers Dwelling place We remember O for a Faith
- [Christmas Songs Lyrics](https://www.catholicutopia.com/christmas-songs-lyrics/): Favorite Christmas Songs lyrics sung in the church. Christmas songs, also known as carols, are a beloved musical tradition associated with the festive holiday season of Christmas. These songs are characterized by their joyful and celebratory themes, which center around the birth of Jesus Christ and the spirit of goodwill and togetherness.
- [Advent Songs](https://www.catholicutopia.com/advent-songs/): Most sung list of Advent Songs for Advent Season. Advent season marks the beginning of the liturgical year and the anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ. These songs are specifically chosen or composed to reflect the themes of hope, expectation, and preparation associated with this sacred time.
- [Station of the Cross with Reflection](https://www.catholicutopia.com/station-of-the-cross/): What is station of the cross?The station of the cross is prayer-filled with meditative reflection. There are 14 stations in total and at each station, we reflect on Christ’s journey to the cross. The painful journey that He had to undergo to free us from our sins. Prayer for the station of the cross is prayed by the catholic church especially in the time of lent. Though, it can also be prayed as a reflection any time of the year as it is a powerful prayer to reflect and meditate. The station of the cross on good friday is mandatory. One ... Read more
- [Worship Songs and Praises 2024](https://www.catholicutopia.com/worship-songs-and-praises/): New Worship Songs and Praises. Find Worship Christian Songs here in a list form. We are trying to update more worship and praise soon. New Worship Songs H Watch
- [Hillsong Worship](https://www.catholicutopia.com/hillsong-worship/)
- [The Order of Mass](https://www.catholicutopia.com/the-order-of-mass/): The Introductory Rites The rites in the order of mass that precede the Liturgy of the Word, namely, the Entrance, the Greeting, the Penitential Act, the Kyrie, the Gloria and Collect, have a character of a beginning, an introduction and a preparation. Their purpose is to ensure that the faithful, who come together as one, establish communion and dispose themselves properly to listen to the Word of God and to celebrate the Eucharist worthily. The Entrance and Greetings [Entrance Hymn] In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The grace of our Lord ... Read more
- [Recessional Songs](https://www.catholicutopia.com/recessional-songs/): A popular list of recessional mass hymns/songs for Catholic Mass celebration. Recessional songs are typically performed as the congregation or participants leave the place of worship. These songs are chosen for their joyful and triumphant themes, symbolizing the idea of going forth with renewed spirit and purpose. They help create a sense of closure and unity among attendees, leaving them with a positive and memorable impression of the event.
- [Catholic Communion Songs for Mass](https://www.catholicutopia.com/communion-songs/): The purpose of the Communion Hymn is to express the spiritual union of the communicants and to bring out more clearly the ‘communitarian’ character of the procession to receive the Eucharist. A popular list of communion mass hymns/songs for Catholic Mass celebration. Use these holy communion songs’ lyrics as the best references. These are traditional communion hymns we sing in the church. Also, get chords to hymns with each Mass Songs Catholic Lyrics.  A Banquet Is Prepared  Song Of The Lamb  O Lord, I Will Sing  Fill My House Unto The Fullest  Jesus, Thou Art Coming  I Have Received The Living ... Read more
- [Gallery](https://www.catholicutopia.com/gallery/)
- [44 Best Offertory Hymns and Songs for Catholic Mass with Chords [2026 Updated Lyrics]](https://www.catholicutopia.com/offertory-hymns-and-songs/): Offertory songs are sung during the preparation of gifts in the Catholic Mass. These hymns help the congregation offer their hearts, prayers, and thanksgiving to God. Here is a collection of beautiful Catholic offertory hymns and songs for Sunday Mass, feast days, and special liturgical celebrations.  We Offer You Bread And Wine  Lord, Accept This Bread And Wine  We Offer You  Accept, O Father, In Thy Love  A Gift We Give, Lord  Bless Now, O Heavenly Father  Take Thou The Offering  In Bread, We Bring You, Lord  Blessed Are You, Lord God  Bread And Wine We Bring To You  Accept, Almighty ... Read more
- [Entrance Hymns](https://www.catholicutopia.com/entrance-mass-hymns/): The purpose of the Entrance Hymn is to open the celebration and encourage the unity of all who have gathered for the celebration of Mass. Introduce the community to thoughts about the mystery of the liturgical time and festivity. Also, accompanying the procession of the priests and ministers. A popular list of entrance mass hymns/songs for Catholic Mass celebrations.Also, get chords to hymns with each Mass Songs Catholic Lyrics. Click here for Offertory Hymns Click here for Holy Communion Hymns
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