Be My Hands and Feet

Tony Alonso

Text Author: Mary Louise Bringle

Words © 2002, Music © 2015 GIA.

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Vocal Forces: SATB, Assembly

Accompaniment: Keyboard

Guitar: Yes

Separate Instruments: Flute, Cello, Guitar

Tune Name: Anderson

Series: Celebration

Difficulty Level: E

Description:

'''Be My Hands and Feet' is a response to the words and deeds of the Risen Christ, connecting language of the resurrection with the demands of discipleship. It would be appropriate throughout the Easter season. . . . It would also be appropriate whenever images of mission, ministry and discipleship appear in the Lectionary readings throughout Ordinary Time." —Tony Alonso

This is a piece that will have many opportunities for use throughout the year, as indicated in the composer’s notes. There are several appropriate places in the liturgy for this text; the refrain is ideal for quick memorization, making it attractive for use during the Communion processional. The optional bridge, with its contrapuntal cries of “Alleluia,” provides a nice contrast to the mostly homophonic texture of the verses.

Categories: Choral/Vocal

Seasonal: Eastertide

Liturgical: Easter 2 A, Easter 2 B, Easter 2 C, Christ the King A, Christ the King C

Rites: Commissioning of Ministers, Religious Profession

Topical: Discipleship, Ministry, Mission

Number of Pages: 12

Language: English

Format: Octavo

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