Usually we would sing America the Beautiful or Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory at the end of Mass for a patriotic holiday like this, but since that is when the congregation is receiving communion, it just didn’t seem appropriate. Not to mention that the congregation isn’t supposed to sing! So for all of you, I’m including a link for a “Patriotic Medley” sung by Gentri. https://youtu.be/v-27hj4z5u0
The lyrics for this week’s mass can be found in this attachment. I think they are songs you will recognize, although the one during preparation is not as well known. You can listen to it at this link:
https://youtu.be/2fvMEebamX8
The other two songs that I’ve chosen to share this week are:
“Hymn of Praise” performed by the Gaither Vocal Band
https://youtu.be/kivDxsLYLPs and
“You Raise Me Up” sung by Celtic Woman
https://youtu.be/Yfwlj0gba_k
Enjoy the music and your July 4th celebration!
God bless you and keep you safe,
Janis Cantú