Festal Eucharist

Sunday, April 21, 2013
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The Fourth Sunday Of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday)

The Fourth Sunday Of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday)

O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of thy people; Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calleth us each by name, and follow where he doth lead; who, with thee and the Holy Spirit, liveth and reigneth, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.


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Above: From the Gentleness Window of Saint Thomas Church. The Fourth Sunday of Easter is commonly called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Note the words of the psalm, the epistle, the gospel, the hymns, and the offertory anthem.

Included in this Festal Eucharist are hymns sung by the congregation and choir, additional music sung exclusively by the choir, lessons, prayers, a sermon, and a Rite I Mass. All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Holy Communion. Details of the service may be seen in the leaflet, posted at the bottom of this page, where you will also find links to the webcast during and after the service.

Music notes: The Missa Brevis by Jonathan Dove was commissioned by the Cathedral Organists’ Association for performance during their conference in Wells on May 13, 2009. Dove’s musical style is tonal, direct and has often been linked with the expressive minimalism of John Adams. The Gloria features short rhythmically-driven phrases supported by a moto perpetuo organ accompaniment. Minimalist ideas pervade the Sanctus and Benedictus. A bright, brilliant opening of dissonant note clusters leads to minimalist falling phrases (evocative of Steve Reich), which are then both combined. The Agnus Dei draws on more reflective moments, cadencing on a consonant chord.


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