Music - St. James Chapel

As extraordinary beauty is found in each and every Saint James Chapel wedding liturgy, then we invite you as a couple to choose the most beautiful music for your wedding possible. Please take your time to enjoy our wedding selections found in the attachment. Pray with them. To help guide you, we have also included our policies and we are delighted to offer you a professional music consultation upon request to answer questions you may have. Simply click on the link to be connected with our talented music coordinator.

St. James Chapel Music Policies and Guidelines (PDF)
St. James Chapel Music Examples (PDF)

Processional	Choose two (2) selections: One (1) for bridal party, one (1) for bride (instrumental) Note: For wedding with sponsors (Filipino or other customs) it may be useful to have another processional before the bridal party begins.
Responsorial Psalm	Choose verse from the "Responsorial Psalm" section below
Gospel Acclamation	Choose verse from the "Gospel Acclamation Verses" section below
Unity Candle	Choose one (1) selection (if applicable)
Preparation of the Gifts	Choose one (1) selection (instrumental) Gifts
Communion	Choose one (1) selection (vocal)
Marian Devotion	Choose one (1) selection (if applicable)
Recessional	Choose one (1) selection (instrumental)

Processional	Choose two (2) selections: One (1) for bridal party, one (1) for bride (instrumental)
Responsorial Psalm	Choose verse from Together for Life section C or on pages 3–5 in this attachment
Gospel Acclamation	Choose verse from Together for Life section E or on page 6 in this attachment
Unity Candle	Choose one (1) selection (if applicable)
Marian Devotion	Choose one (1) selection (if applicable)
Recessional	Choose one (1) selection (instrumental)
Click here to send us your music selections for your wedding at St. James Chapel.

C–1 The Goodness of the Lord

Psalm 33: 12 and 18, 20–21, 22 (803-1)

The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.

The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.

Blessed the nation whose God is the LORD,
the people he has chosen for his own inheritance.
But see, the eyes of the LORD are upon those who fear him,
upon those who hope for his kindness.

The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.

Our soul waits for the LORD,
who is our help and our shield,
For in him our hearts rejoice;
in his holy name we trust.

The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.

May your kindness, O LORD, be upon us who have put our hope in you.

The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.

C–2 Bless the Lord

Psalm 34: 2–3, 4–5, 6–7, 8–9 (803–2)

I will bless the Lord at all times.
Or: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

I will bless the LORD at all times;
his praise shall be ever in my mouth.
Let my soul glory in the LORD;
the lowly will hear me and be glad.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
Or: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

Glorify the LORD with me, let us together extol his name.
I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
Or: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

Look to him that you may be radiant with joy,
and your faces may not blush with shame.
When the poor one called out, the LORD heard,
and from all his distress he saved him.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
Or: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

The angel of the LORD encamps
around those who fear him, and delivers them.
Taste and see how good the LORD is;
blessed the man who takes refuge in him.

I will bless the Lord at all times
Or: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

C–3 The Lord is Kind

Psalm 103: 1–2, 8 and 13, 17–18a (803–3)

The Lord is kind and merciful.
Or: The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him.

Bless the LORD, O my soul;
and all my being, bless his holy name.
Bless the LORD, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits.

The Lord is kind and merciful.
Or: The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him

Merciful and gracious is the LORD,
slow to anger and abounding in kindness.
As a father has compassion on his children,
so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him.

The Lord is kind and merciful.
Or: The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him.

But the kindness of the LORD is from eternity to eternity toward those who fear him,
And his justice towards children’s children among those who keep his covenant.

The Lord is kind and merciful.
Or: The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him.

C–4 Blessed Is the Man

Psalm 112:1bc–2, 3–4, 5–7a, 7b–8, 9 (803–4)

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia.

Blessed the man who fears the LORD,
who greatly delights in his commands.
His posterity shall be mighty upon the earth;
the upright generation shall be blessed.

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia.

Wealth and riches shall be in his house;
his generosity shall endure forever.
Light shines through the darkness for the upright;
he is gracious and merciful and just.

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia.

Well for the man who is gracious and lends,
who conducts his affairs with justice;
He shall never be moved;
The just one shall be in everlasting remembrance.
An evil report he shall not fear.

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia.

His heart is firm, trusting in the LORD.
His heart is steadfast; he shall not fear
Till he looks down upon his foes.

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia.

Lavishly he gives to the poor;
His generosity shall endure forever;
His horn shall be exalted in glory.

Blessed the man who greatly delights in the Lord’s commands.
Or: Alleluia

C–5 Blessed Are Those Who Fear the Lord

Psalm 128: 1–2, 3, 4–5 (803–5)

Blessed are those who fear the Lord.
Or: See how the Lord blesses those who fear him.

Blessed are you who fear the LORD,
Who walk in his ways!
For you shall eat the fruit of your handiwork;
Blessed shall you be, and favored.

Blessed are those who fear the Lord.
Or: See how the Lord blesses those who fear him.

Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine
In the recesses of your home;
Your children like olive plants around your table.

Blessed are those who fear the Lord.
Or: See how the Lord blesses those who fear him.

Behold, thus is the man blessed who fears the LORD.
The LORD bless you from Zion;
May you see the prosperity of Jerusalem
All the days of your life.

Blessed are those who fear the Lord.
Or: See how the Lord blesses those who fear him.

C–6 The Lord is Compassionate

Psalm 145: 8–9, 10–11, 13–14

The Lord is compassionate to all His creatures.

The lord is kind and full of compassion,
Slow to anger, abounding in love.
How good is the Lord to all,
Compassionate to all his creatures.

The Lord is compassionate to all His creatures.

All your creatures shall thank you, O Lord,
And your friends shall repeat their blessing.
They shall speak of the glory of your reign
And declare your might, O God.

The Lord is compassionate to all His creatures.

The Lord is faithful in all his words
And loving in all his deeds. The Lord supports all who fall
And raises all who are bowed down.

The Lord is compassionate to all His creatures.