Responsorial Psalm for Holy Saturday Year A, B, C

The Easter Vigil is the pinnacle of the church year, and this responsorial psalm captures the exact moment our joy overflows. After the solemnity of Lent and the quiet of Good Friday, the choir finally gets to raise a full, triumphant "Alleluia." Itua Inetiabor's setting for Holy Saturday gives us a bright, energetic response that immediately lifts the spirit of the congregation.

Drawing from Psalm 118, the verses proclaim the ultimate victory of life over death. When the cantor sings, "I shall not die, I shall live," it resonates deeply with the resurrection story we celebrate that night. The arrangement pairs the first and third verses to a shared melody, while giving the second verse its own extended phrasing to emphasize the mighty deeds of the Lord's right hand. It is a perfect, jubilant piece to welcome the Easter season.