Hymns, 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year B (25 October 2015)

A selection of hymns and songs, based on themes from the Roman Catholic lectionary for the thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary time, Year B.

Most are free-to-use (ie public domain or copyright-free) meaning the words can be copied and sung to at least one tune with no concerns about copyright or performance licensing.  Many such hymns are old/traditional - but where possible a variety of styles / genres are included.

A small selection of hymns that are still be copyright may also included, if they are particularly matched with the readings.

See lectionary art for this Sunday for suggested pictures and art-works based on today's readings.

Readings

First:  Jeremiah  -  The Lord says "Shout with joy - I have saved my people - I am a father to Israel"

Psalm: 125 (126) -  What marvels the Lord worked for us / When the Lord delivered Zion from bondage

Second: Hebrews - Even the priest called by God is still human / you are a priest of the order of Melchizedek

Gospel: Mark  - The healing of blind Bartimaeus - thanks to his faith, courage and persistence.

Themes

God the Father:   Healer, protector, miracle-worker, saviour.   Faith, faithfulness.

Suggested free-use hymns