This song is from Jay's complete setting of the text of Psalm 51. These musical selections make a wonderful framework for a Lenten Word service such as those held mid-week in many congregations. The first piece, “
Have Mercy on Me, O God,” is a hauntingly beautiful interpretation of vv.1-5 that features a plaintive antiphon sung by the congregation with verses sung by a cantor. The next number, “
Secret Heart,” is a short, transitional solo piece that leads into the hopeful and upbeat “
Song of Deliverance.” The final piece, “
The Sacrifice Acceptable,” can be used as an Offertory song, (although it would not be appropriate in this context in a Eucharistic service).
Lyrics - RTF
