(POF) Collections

This sheet brings together a collection of short, sung responses for the Prayer of the Faithful. During the intercessions at Mass, the choir and congregation need simple, memorable melodies to anchor their petitions. These four distinct settings—ranging from the earnest "When we call answer" to the gentle "Hear us O Lord"—provide worship leaders with versatile options to lead the people in prayer.

What makes this collection so useful in the choir loft is its variety. Alongside the English acclamations, it includes a solemn Latin response, "Miserere nobis, Dominum Jesu Christe," which adds a profound sense of reverence, perhaps fitting for Lent or more penitential liturgies. Having multiple settings on hand allows the choir director to match the specific mood of the Sunday or feast day, ensuring the Universal Prayer remains a deeply engaging part of the Mass.