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A lot of David MacGregor‘s songs are suitable for young people, and this Christmas / Advent song is another. My backing tries for the country rock feel he suggests. It is call and response so easy to learn. This is … Continue reading →

This is a new song for Communion from David MacGregor’s vast depository of hymns. It appears very memorable and singable and needs little instrumentation. Just as Erwin Cabucos is happy with lot’s of “la-la’s”, David goes for “oh’s”. To keep … Continue reading →

David MacGregor based this country pop song on Proverbs 3:5-6. It’s theme of trust and living as Christ’s love suggests a use as a recessional. It is an easily sung and remembered song, with a touch of “When You Walk … Continue reading →

I’m deep into the “F”s in the the vast David MacGregor song archive. This is a recent song of discipleship that could be used as a recessional or in the RCIA. The sheet music is at his site. I like … Continue reading →

This is a David MacGregor song of lament and hope. It might have a place as a reflection. The sheet music is at his site and at Willow. It sounded a country song to me: My heart is strained with … Continue reading →

This is a David MacGregor song from 2004 suitable for use at Communion that would work well for young people. The sheet music is available at his website, but it is hard to download so I made a pdf of … Continue reading →

Happy 2025 – the century is a quarter over and I didn’t notice it happen. Over the years this blog has moved emphasis to look at somewhat contemporary, Australian Catholic music. This is the style of music I am used … Continue reading →

Erwin Cabucos also sent this useful recessional song with a text that puts us in the right mind to enter the world as the Body of Christ. There are three verses including a key change and a verse of “la … Continue reading →

Holy Family Entrance: Hark the Herald Angels Sing Psalm 83 (McKenna) How happy they who dwell in your house, O Lord. Gifts: What Child Is This Communion: Summoned by Love  (O’Brien/Watts) AOV 2/18 Recessional: Joy to the World Epiphany Entrance: … Continue reading →

Erwin Cabucos has sent two more songs with which I can round out the year. Erwin is Queensland based teacher and author, originally from the Phillipines. He has had a prolific year of songwriting that just keeps going. This one … Continue reading →