Praise be the Lord Jesus Christ, both now
and forever! The CD, Perfect Sacrifice, is finished. Some of the songs
I wanted to give a little background to: The first one, "Come Home"
(to the Father) was written because of a common plea from people across the
country, asking for prayer for their loved ones who are no longer practicing
their Catholic faith. It is based on the return of the prodigal son... with
emphasis on the merciful love of the Father!
Talented musicians from New York
City traveled to the home of my producer, Barry Hartglass, in Carmel NY.
Cello, violin, mandolin, flute, percussion and harmonica added their unique
beauty to different songs. I thank God for their incredible talents! The
back-up vocals provided by Victoria Faiella, Tom Nazziola, and Donna
Cori-Gibson made the project complete. There is a lovely duet with Donna to
the song, "How Beautiful." "Stay With Us Lord" was written
from the inspiration of John Paul II's letter on the Eucharist, as well as the
scripture from Luke with the apostles on the road to Emmaus.
"Breathe", written by
Marie Barnett, is a favorite as I return from a small tour out West.
"Perfect Sacrifice", the title song, was written as a tribute to the
holy sacrifice of the Mass. But also from my spiritual director's question to
me, "whom are you bringing with you to receive the infinite merits of the
Mass?" There were a few priests recently at a conference in Salt Lake
City who were quite taken with this song.
I included favorites, Schubert's
"Ave Maria" and the classic, well-loved hymn, "O Lord I Am Not
Worthy." The CD was meant to be contemplative in nature, hopefully "Rekindling
a Eucharistic Amazement" (John Paul II, encyclical on the Eucharist)
in the hearts of its listeners. All glory and praise to the Father, Son and
Holy Spirit! The fire of His love continues to burn within me. There are not
enough notes in the scale, or words of praise to thank Him!
