MY HIDING PLACE, LORD.

Jude Nnam’s "My Hiding Place, Lord." is a comforting setting of Psalm 32, capturing the profound relief of a soul that has found God's mercy. The refrain is simple and direct, giving the choir a strong, unified declaration of trust: "You are my hiding place, O! Lord; you surround me with cries of deliverance." It is the kind of melody that stays with the congregation long after Mass has ended, offering a sense of spiritual safety and reassurance.

The verses take us on a journey from confession to pure joy. We start with the quiet acknowledgment of our faults—"my guilt I did not hide"—and move toward the bright, exultant call of the final verse, urging the upright of heart to ring out their joy. Because of this movement from repentance to thanksgiving, choirs often bring this piece out during penitential liturgies or use it as a responsorial psalm. Yet, its rhythmic, uplifting conclusion also makes it a wonderful choice for a recessional hymn, sending the people out with a lightened heart and a renewed spirit.