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Spiritus Sanctus
I stood before the altar in the light
Oil upon my forehead, marked with grace
Hands were raised in blessing over me
Something unseen stirring in this place
Spiritus Sanctus, Holy Spirit stay
Strengthen what I carry from this day
Be the quiet voice that guides me when I choose
Give me strength to live the faith I now renew
I cannot see the Spirit moving near
Still I know the presence deep within
Wisdom, courage, wonder, knowledge grow
Quiet gifts becoming strength within
Spiritus Sanctus, Holy Spirit stay
Strengthen what I carry from this day
Be the quiet voice that guides me when I choose
Give me strength to live the faith I now renew
Years will bring me choices of my own
Different roads will open as I grow
When the louder voices fill the world
Holy Spirit, help me know where I should go
Spiritus Sanctus, Holy Spirit stay
Strengthen what I carry from this day
Be the quiet voice that guides me when I choose
Give me strength to live the faith I now renew
Oil upon my forehead, Spirit near
Grace within me carried through the years
Every road ahead is mine to choose
Spiritus Sanctus, stay with me and guide me
ABOUT THIS SONG
Written and produced by Tasmanian songwriter Jason Bresnehan, Spiritus Sanctus is a musical arrangement in the Sacred Chamber Music / Classical genre with a female vocal. The song reflects upon the Sacrament of Confirmation and the lifelong presence of the Holy Spirit within the Christian life. Rather than presenting Confirmation as a single ceremony, the song explores it as the beginning of a continuing relationship with God that unfolds throughout adulthood.
The lyrics follow a young person standing before the altar, receiving the anointing oil and blessing associated with Confirmation. As the song progresses, the focus shifts from the ceremony itself to the gifts and guidance of the Holy Spirit in everyday life. Wisdom, courage, wonder, knowledge and discernment become practical companions for navigating life's decisions. The repeated prayer "Spiritus Sanctus, Holy Spirit stay" captures the central message of the song: that faith is not merely something received on one day, but something carried forward through every choice, challenge and opportunity encountered throughout life.
The artwork depicts hands raised in prayer before an altar bathed in radiant light descending through a church window. The image reflects the invisible yet powerful presence of the Holy Spirit, whose work often cannot be seen directly but can be experienced through grace, guidance and inner conviction. The cross, candles and streaming light reinforce the song's focus on Confirmation, prayer and the continuing relationship between God and the believer.
This song forms part of the Sacred Chamber Music Collection by Seventh Ribbon Music.
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