Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Come

"Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Come" is a profound prayer of invocation. Set to the sturdy Tallis' Ordinal tune, this hymn calls directly on the Holy Spirit to descend and take possession of our souls. The melody is steady and unhurried, giving the congregation time to truly pray the words as they sing.

In the choir loft, we bring this piece out most prominently on Pentecost Sunday, but it is just as essential for ordinations, confirmations, and any Mass that begins with a special plea for the Spirit’s guidance. Singing through the seven verses, the choir leads the faithful in asking for the "living Spring" and "living Fire" to inflame our hearts and guide our minds.

The strength of this arrangement lies in its traditional four-part harmony, which builds a sense of solemn devotion. By the time the voices reach the final doxology praising the Father, the co-equal Son, and the great Paraclete, the hymn becomes a powerful, unified declaration of Trinitarian faith.