I BELIEVE IN ONE GOD

"I Believe in One God" by J.N. Aleze is a lively, rhythmic setting of the Nicene Creed. It takes the traditional profession of faith and structures it into twelve short, repeating verses anchored by a bright, unifying refrain. The melody is straightforward and energetic, designed to keep the momentum moving forward as the choir and congregation declare their shared beliefs.

In many Nigerian Catholic parishes, singing the Creed transforms it from a long spoken text into a joyful, communal high point of the Mass. The composer uses repetition in the verses—echoing phrases like "Mighty Father, mighty Father" and "I believe, I believe"—to help singers naturally internalize the articles of faith. It is an excellent choice for Sunday liturgies, allowing the whole church to profess the mysteries of the Trinity, the Incarnation, and the Resurrection with genuine enthusiasm.