God, Beyond All Names

Her first solo collection
Utilizing calypso, gospel, folk and traditional choral styles, Bernadette Farrell's first solo collection for OCP is a moving call to accept and be transformed by the message of the Gospel.

Songs in a variety of styles
The collection opens with "God Has Chosen Me," a spirited, syncopated song for choir and hand drums. Arranged for organ and choir, "Jesus, Lamb of God" is a beautiful song of petition for mercy.

Title song affirms God's participation in our lives
A contemplative hymn of awe for God's mystery, the title song ends by affirming God's intimate participation in our lives -- and our role in bringing him to others: "All around us we have known you, all creation lives to hold you. In our living and our dying we are bringing you to birth."

Songs for Pentecost, litanies, Gospel acclamations
Appropriate for Pentecost and any time we call down the Holy Spirit, "Spirit of God" is a traditional hymn with a lovely part for flute. Other highlights include a Gospel acclamation for Easter season, a powerful litany on the titles of Christ, and "God of Abraham," a jubilant gospel-style song.

Beautifully recorded with direction by Frank Brownstead
Featuring choral direction by Frank Brownstead, the recording includes performances by Bernadette herself and Paul Inwood on organ and piano.

The 12 original songs on God Beyond All Names were just the beginning for this long-time member of the St. Thomas More Group. Today, Bernadette is one of the best-known liturgical composers in the Church.