Calm Me, Lord

"Calm Me, Lord" is a gentle, meditative prayer that brings an immediate sense of quiet to the choir loft and the congregation. With words by David Adam and music by Margaret Rizza, it asks God to quiet the storms of our lives and keep us from harm. The melody is simple and repetitive, designed to be sung like a chant that slowly settles the mind and spirit.

We often use a piece like this during moments of deep reflection, such as after Communion or during Benediction and adoration. As the harmony builds and repeats, the plea to "let all the tumult within me cease" becomes a shared breath for everyone in the church, offering a space to rest in God's peace.