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Hymn of Peace
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hymn of Peace by William Hutchins Callcott — Lyrics
From the Book of Common Prayer, 1662
[First, the Preces are said/sung:]
[Priest.] O Lord, open thou our lips.
Answer. And our mouth shall show forth thy praise.
Priest. O God, make speed to save us.
Answer. O Lord, make haste to help us.
Priest. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost;
Answer. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Priest. Praise ye the Lord.
Answer. The Lord's Name be praised.
[After the Creed is said, the Responses:]
Priest. The Lord be with you.
Answer. And with thy spirit.
Minister. Let us pray. Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.
[All.] OUR Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. Amen.
Priest: O Lord, shew thy mercy upon us.
Answer. And grant us thy salvation.
Priest. O Lord, save the King.
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About Hymn of Peace
William Hutchins Callcott sets a familiar English text from the Book of Common Prayer. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic interplay, with the voices often moving in homophonic blocks to clearly articulate the supplication and praise. The music reflects the solemnity and devotional nature of the liturgical words, creating a sense of corporate prayer and aspiration. This anthem would be a powerful addition to services seeking to express unity and a plea for divine peace and help through this traditional and resonant text.
