Date: 10-11 May
The purpose of celebrating Musical Ensembles in this Year of Jubilee is to become aware of, and give thanks for, the contribution of those who use their musical skills to support and enhance the liturgy, and to serve the community in other ways.
PRAYER
O God, creator of all sound,
you have generously shared with humankind
the rich gift of music,
and, throughout history, have inspired many instrumentalists
to play for the glory of your name.
Give us a spirit of gratitude for those
who generously and skilfully uplift us with their instruments.
Through their music may they unite us and energize us
to participate more fully in the liturgy.
This we ask through your Son, Jesus Christ,
who heard the music of both synagogue and Temple while on earth,
and who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever.
Amen.