Hold Us Close by Gina Ogilvie & Monica O’Brien | Willow Publishing

“Hold Us Close” is a contemplative musical prayer written for the Jubilee Year of Hope. This evocative chant builds vocally, creating a deeply moving sound experience that gradually guides listeners into a quiet, meditative space. The recording is intentionally extended over five minutes to allow participants to fully immerse themselves in the melody, enabling the words to become an expression of deep prayer.
The lyrics - "Hold us close, draw us near, let us hear you call our name. Hope shines bright, Light of Christ, no more darkness, no more fear" - express a profound yearning for divine connection and reassurance. The chant's versatility suits multiple settings, such as after communion, small group gatherings, classroom environments, choir performances, and individual prayer.
Musically, the piece is crafted to create a gradual, enveloping sound that encourages reflection, invites spiritual openness, and symbolises the journey from uncertainty to hope through its evolving vocal progression.
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