O PERFECT LOVE
Solfa Notation • Wedding Hymns, Recessional / Dismissal Hymns, Communion Hymns, Hymns
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O PERFECT LOVE by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
About O PERFECT LOVE
This sheet pairs two deeply cherished hymns often sung at significant moments in the life of the church. "O Perfect Love" is a classic wedding prayer, asking God to grant couples a love that transcends human thought and a steadfast faith to weather any storm. Its gentle, flowing harmony makes it a fitting choice for the nuptial blessing, inviting the congregation to pray for the newly joined couple as they begin their life together.
The second piece, "Lord Dismiss Us," serves as a comforting recessional or post-communion hymn. It sends the faithful forth with a prayer for joy, peace, and the enduring presence of God's grace. Singing this at the end of Mass reminds the choir and the congregation that the grace received at the altar is meant to be carried out into the world.
Together, these two hymns capture the beautiful rhythm of Catholic worship—gathering to witness sacred vows and seek God's blessing, and then being sent out, refreshed and ready to live out the gospel in our daily lives.