If the Holy Chrism is to be consecrated at this Mass by the Bishop, this Rite is begun during the end of the Canon, as given in the Sarum Pontifical. The following Hymn is to be sung during the Consecration of the Chrism as indicated therein; but if the Chrism be not consecrated at this Mass, this Hymn may be sung during the Canon:

Refrain:

Hear our Hymn, Redeemer, Lord; Thee we praise with one accord.

1. Hear us, Judge of dead and living, Hope of mortals, hear us singing.

Hear us emblematic tribute from the peaceful olive bringing.

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2. May the Sacred Flame draw near us, Which when through the flood Descending

To the Church’s Ark yet floating once did bear the tree-branch Saving.

[Refrain ]

3. Fruit of Light the tree did yield, that gave This Hallowed store;
Worshipping the world’s Redeemer, this we offer and adore.

[Refrain]

4. Consecrate Thou, Christ, Eternal King of Heaven, our home.

This our Chrism, a living seal against the powers of doom.

[Refrain]

5. That by this most sacred unction, either sex may be healed.
And our wounded glory rescued through the Spirit’s plentitude.

[Refrain]

6. There before the Altar standing, prays the Mitered Pontiff  lowly,
Duly he performs the Rite, to consecrate the Chrism Holy.

[Refrain]

7. May This Day of festal gladness, keep Its holy joys in store,
Dignified with joyful praises, Blooming now and evermore.

[Refrain]

8.  Lasting praise to God the Father, also to the Son be glory;
Honour, virtue, and the power be to Paraclete All-Holy.

Refrain:

Hear our Hymn, Redeemer, Lord; Thee we praise with one accord.

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The Maundy Thursday Services
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