MASS OF HOPE: SANCTUS - HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

"Sanctus - Holy, Holy, Holy" is a vibrant setting of the Eucharistic acclamation drawn from Jude Nnam’s widely sung Mass of Hope. Sung at the conclusion of the Preface during the Mass, this piece invites the congregation and choir to join the unending hymn of the angels. The English text remains entirely faithful to the liturgy, guiding the faithful from a posture of deep reverence into an outpouring of joyful praise.

The arrangement opens with a steady, repeated proclamation of "Holy, Holy, Holy," building a profound sense of awe before flowing into the short, grounded refrain, "Lord God of Host." The true energy of the piece shines in the Chorus, where a rhythmic, syncopated "Hossana" lifts the mood, creating a bright and celebratory atmosphere in the choir loft. The final section welcomes the Lord's coming before returning to the joyful Hosanna. It is a beloved choice for Nigerian Catholic choirs looking to bring both solemnity and lively, rhythmic devotion to the Eucharistic Prayer.