Send Forth Your Spirit, O Lord

"Send Forth Your Spirit, O Lord" is a vibrant responsorial psalm setting composed specifically for Pentecost Sunday. Drawing from the familiar words of Psalm 104, the piece captures the awe and anticipation of the Church waiting for the Holy Spirit. The melody is bright and inviting, giving the congregation a memorable refrain to anchor their worship during one of the most important feast days of the liturgical year.

In the choir loft, this piece shines during the Liturgy of the Word. The verses allow a cantor or a unison choir section to proclaim the greatness of God's creation, while the four-part harmony in the refrain brings the whole assembly together in a unified plea for renewal. Singing "and renew the face of the earth" feels especially powerful when voices blend, reminding everyone present of the Spirit's ongoing work in their lives and in the world.