Christianity
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An original hymn for Palm Sunday — “O Christ, who rode through Zion’s gate” (CM)

A new common metre hymn grounding the Triumphant Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem into the quiet dignity of the Irish Midlands. Continue reading
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A Lenten hymn – “I waited in the winter rain” (DLM)

A Lenten hymn inspired by Psalm 40, Exodus 9:13-35, and Hebrews 12:14-29 rooted in the Irish landscape Continue reading
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Thorn. Path. Witness. A hymn of St Joseph of Arimathea in Britain — “Through Cornwall’s cliffs where breakers roar” (DCM)

A modern hymn recounting the pilgrim paths of St Joseph of Arimathea in double common metre. Continue reading
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Hymn for Fifth Sunday in Lent — “Spirit, lead us through the valley” (87 87 D)

The hymn “Spirit, lead us through the valley” reflects themes of hope, resurrection, and renewal amid grief, guided by the Spirit’s presence through life’s challenges. Continue reading
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A hymn celebrating the Eucharist — “Upon the hill where grasses bend” (DCM)

At the table, heaven draws near: ordinary bread, quiet grace, and Christ present among us—sending us back into the world bearing peace, love, and holy presence. Continue reading
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A hymn for St Joseph’s Day — “In Patricktide we bless your name” (DCM)

Celebrate St Joseph’s Day with a new Irish hymn. From Rathlin’s cliffs to Antrim’s glens, honour the quiet guardian who sheltered Christ through every fragile day. Continue reading
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A Good Friday hymn along Ireland’s great river — “The sky grows dark on Calv’ry’s hill” (DCM)
The Shannon beneath the Cross—The sky grows dark on Calv’ry’s hill 1.The sky grows dark on Calv’ry’s hill,the Shannon’s waters sigh;by Clonmacnoise the reeds bow low,its ancient stones reply.A wounded Christ hangs silent now,His final hour is nigh;and all the land holds trembling breathto watch the Saviour die.2.“My God, where are you in this pain?”His… Continue reading
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A hymn of inclusion – “Where Christ walks through our city streets” (CM)

A hymn imagining Christ walking Dublin’s streets—by the Liffey, Moore Street, and harbour winds—reminding us that holiness draws people in and leaves no heart pushed aside. Continue reading
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Seeing Patrick Anew: Neurodivergent Reflections on Sacred Imagery

Before the noise of tomorrow arrives, here’s a gentler, wider way to picture St Patrick—especially for those of us who don’t always see ourselves in the usual imagery. Continue reading
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Not Incantation but Trust: A St Patrick’s Eve Reflection

A gentle reflection for St Patrick’s Eve: moving beyond incantations toward trust, shaped by Irish fields, shifting light, and the quiet truth that Christ walks every path with us. Continue reading
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A hymn giving thanks for the Mothers Union — “O God who gathers us in love” (CM)

Celebrating 150 years of Mothers’ Union worldwide. A Mothering Sunday hymn of thanksgiving for faithful service, for Ireland’s witness, and for my own mother — and mothers everywhere. Continue reading
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A congregational hymn inspired by Hebrews 7:11-end — “Christ, Priest Beyond All Passing Time” (DCM)

A hymn on Christ’s eternal priesthood, weaving Hebrews with Ireland’s landscape—ringforts, holy wells, and standing stones—signs of the steadfast mercy that surrounds and sustains us. Continue reading
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A hymn of the New Covenant — “In whispered winds You speak again” (CM)

In whispered winds You speak again 1.In whispered winds You speak again,Your covenant made new;Not carved on stone of Sinai’s height,But written deep and true.2.You trace Your promise on our heartsLike sunlight on the dew;As meadowsweet in summer fields,Your mercy rises too.3.The shadows flee the morning light,The ancient rites give way;The tent of cloth and… Continue reading
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A hymn from Romans 16 — “Across the hills of heathered gold” (DCM)

Across Ireland’s hills and rivers, Paul’s greetings in Romans 16 become a hymn of memory—women and men named in faith, their witness echoing through prayer. Continue reading
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A hymn for the Fourth Sunday in Lent – “By the wellsprings of the Barrow” (87 87 D)

A congregational hymn in DCM for the Fourth Sunday in Lent. Continue reading
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A hymn inspired by Joshua 24:15 – “Along the hawthorn-bordered fields” (DCM)

Across hawthorn hedges and quiet rivers, this hymn invites us to choose Christ’s way—walking together in unity, baptismal grace, and shared table beneath Ireland’s listening skies. Continue reading
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Compline hymn – “Beneath Your wings, O Holy One” (Common Metre)

A hymn rooted in the Irish landscape inspired by the ancient compline psalm 91. Continue reading
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A Feast of Grace Unseen: a Eucharistic hymn – “Along the bog-road, dawn alights” (Common Metre)

Inspired by Isaiah 52:3, this hymn imagines Christ’s Eucharistic grace along an Irish bog road, where creation pauses as redemption unfolds. Continue reading
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A hymn of daily thanks – “For mornings soft with gentle light” (Common Metre)

A hymn expressing gratitude for modern medicine, reflecting daily thanks for life, love, courage, and the comfort it provides. Continue reading

