IN THE FATHER I BELIEVE

When it comes time to profess our faith after the homily, a setting like Michel Uzoma's "In The Father I Believe" brings a fresh, rhythmic energy to the Creed. Rather than singing a traditional chant, this piece breaks the profession of faith into an accessible, engaging choral work. The refrain acts as a unifying anchor, returning the choir and congregation to the core mystery of the Trinity with a simple, memorable hook: "I believe three in one, I believe."

The verses are where the arrangement really shines for a choir. Uzoma splits the narrative of salvation history between the sections, creating a dynamic musical exchange. The tenors and basses introduce each article of faith—from the incarnation to the resurrection—before the sopranos and altos take over to complete the thought. This back-and-forth movement keeps the long text of the Creed moving forward with purpose, making it a joy to rehearse and a powerful, communal statement of belief during Sunday Mass.