A PRIEST FOR EVER

"A Priest For Ever" is a majestic setting of Psalm 110, composed by Jude Nnam. It carries a profound sense of reverence and divine calling, echoing the eternal priesthood of Christ in the line of Melchizedek. The steady, dignified rhythm of the arrangement builds a feeling of solemn authority that fits the gravity of the text.

In the liturgy, this piece is a natural choice for Ordination Masses, where it captures the joy and weight of a priest's lifelong commitment. It also serves beautifully as a Responsorial Psalm for feasts celebrating Christ's kingship and high priesthood, drawing the congregation into the mystery of the sacrament.

Choirs appreciate the interlocking harmonies between the verses and the refrain. The repeated acclamation, "You are a Priest for ever," acts as both a declaration and a prayer, grounding the voices in a shared moment of worship as they witness the sacred rites of the Church.