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The Spirit of the Lord Sr. Theophane Hytrek OSF
Dedicated to Robert Verwoert on the occasion of his ordination to the priesthood May 1971
Sr. Theophane Hytrek OSF earned her PhD in composition from the University of Rochester (Eastman School of Music) in 1955. She is known for a variety of compositional genres, e.g. keyboard (organ and piano), voice, and orchestra. Compositions for voice include masses, responses, psalm settings, hymns for congregation, choral music and solos.
TEXT:
The Spirit of the Lord is upon us.
Send your Spirit upon us in this time and place, the Spirit who gives us comfort, the Spirit who brings light to our eyes, the Spirit who helps us say yes to your summoning Word.
Bless us, Father, as you have done before, with the gift of your Spirit that he may stir new life within us.
Blest are you in ev'rything that your Spirit makes new, now and for all ages to come.
The source of this text is unknown. Though appropriate for Pentecost there is no direct connection to the scripture readings or sacramentary prayers for that Feast. The composition was written in the early years succeeding Vatican II (October 11, 1962 December 8, 1965), a time of creative freedom. The language is period specific to that time, yet the music is universal.
Rehearsal recommendation:
The verse text is notated in consistent eighth-notes. Do not interpret this to mean that all syllables are to receive equal time. Speak the text in natural cadence and then sing the pitches in that same natural cadence. This will best represent Sr. Theophanes intention.
We invite you to browse other creative works by the School Sisters of St. Francis on our website: https://www.sssf.org/SSSF/Our-Global-Impact/United-States/Music-Ministry/Catalog-of-Music.htm Further information about our offerings is available from Dr. Sheri Masiakowski, curator of the Heritage Music Collection, at smasiakowski@sssf.org.
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