SHINE, JESUS, SHINE

"Shine, Jesus, Shine" is one of those universally loved modern hymns that instantly lifts the energy in the church. Written by Graham Kendrick, it carries a driving, joyful momentum that makes it a favorite for Entrance or Recessional processions. When the choir and congregation launch into the chorus, there is a real sense of shared purpose—a collective prayer asking Christ to illuminate the darkness and the Holy Spirit to set our hearts on fire.

The verses draw us from a place of personal reflection into the radiant presence of God. We sing about stepping out of the shadows and being transformed by His "kingly brightness," so that our own lives might mirror His glory. It is a wonderful piece for the choir to lead, especially when the harmony parts swell on the refrain. The call to "flood the nations with grace and mercy" resonates deeply, sending everyone out of the Mass with a renewed, joyful mission.