I’m looking through the digital archive of As One Voice for songs that were written after the as One Voice Collections were published. This is a song about mercy, funnily enough, with Monica O’Brien’s text set by Gina Ogilvie.
Since it is a challenge it would work as a recessional or as a song of thanksgiving. I’m concerned the beautiful melody at the end of each verse might be a bit much for an unpracticed assembly.
The sheet music can be purchased at As One Voice, where you will also find Gina’s version of the song to stream.
Sing along with my Band in a Box backing to learn the song:
1 Light of mercy, shine within our hearts and reveal the path of justice.
Tear away the fear that holds us back from reaching out in love.
Chorus
In all that we do and all that we are
May the light of mercy shine deep within us.
Deep within us.
2 Light of mercy, shine within our minds, free us from the chains of judgment.
Turn our thoughts toward equality where we can live as one.
3 Light of mercy, shine within our souls, and release us from our struggles.
Show us your compassion, hold us in your everlasting light.
© 2015 Monica O’Brien and Gina Ogilvie