WE GIVE GLORY

"We Give Glory" is a vibrant, English-language setting of the Gloria, composed by Isu C. F. Lawrence. The piece opens with a joyful, rhythmic refrain that calls the congregation to direct their praise to the Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Its lively tempo and straightforward harmony make it an engaging choice for the choir loft to lead during the introductory rites of the Mass, setting a tone of genuine thanksgiving before the Liturgy of the Word begins.

The verses follow the traditional text of the Greater Doxology, carefully broken down into five distinct stanzas. From praising the heavenly King in the early verses to pleading for mercy from the Lamb of God later on, the arrangement allows the choir to deliver the liturgical text clearly and prayerfully. Because the melody is so accessible, the congregation can easily join in the recurring refrain, making it a highly participatory setting. It brings a festive and uplifting spirit to Sunday Masses, feast days, and solemnities where the Gloria is joyfully sung.