As part of my series on Catholic hymns, I have chosen a hymn that was very popular at St. Mary’s Parish in Akron, Ohio. It was sung on many occasions, especially for First Communion. It is a good hymn and was written by a Sister of Mercy from the Charleville Convent in County Cork, Ireland around the 1850s. It has appeared in many Catholic hymnals over the years and multiple melodies have been composed for this one hymn. Please take a moment to read about this wonderful Catholic hymn.
Please visit my website Mother of Mercy Catholic Hymns and click on HYMN OF THE MONTH.
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