In the Lord I'll Be Ever Thankful

This collection brings together four beloved chants from the ecumenical community of Taizé, France, with music primarily by Jacques Berthier. Designed for meditative, repetitive singing, these short ostinato refrains allow a congregation or choir to sink deeply into prayer. In Nigerian Catholic parishes, Taizé chants are especially cherished during Adoration, Lenten retreats, and communion reflections, where their gentle harmonies create a profound sense of stillness and devotion in the church.

The compilation opens with "In the Lord I'll Be Ever Thankful," a joyful yet peaceful song of trust that fits perfectly during Thanksgiving or Advent. It is followed by a simple, canon-style "Glory to God" (Gloria) that weaves English, Latin, and Spanish into a universal song of praise. "In God Alone" (Mon âme se repose) offers a quiet, comforting anchor for the soul, often sung while the Eucharist is exposed on the altar. Finally, "Sing, Praise, and Bless the Lord" (Laudate Dominum) lifts the spirit with a bright, rhythmic call for all nations to praise God.

By blending multiple languages—English, Latin, French, and Spanish—these chants remind the choir loft that we are part of a global praying church. The beauty of these pieces lies in their simplicity; as the voices layer and repeat the phrases, the music becomes a sincere, continuous prayer for the gathered faithful.