I had a lovely surprise when after visiting the Potong Pasir and Little India temples yesterday evening, I wound up at Novena church. Two women singers backed by two guitarists and a keyboard player were singing Christian music. The congregation was singing along encouraged by the singers. The simple lyrics were flashed on a screen with background pictures so even those not familiar with the songs could join in.
I have seen evangelicals singing similar songs but this is the first time I have witnessed such a singalong by the Catholics at Novena church. I was moved by the music. I love the hymns sung during services, but this too was beautiful. The simple lyrics and the contemporary music touched a chord in me. The singers sang with passion and the congregation responded beautifully, raising voices in harmony. It was a religious experience, encouraging worship and devotion. I wish besides praising Jesus, the group had sung about Mother Mary too. Her turn will come. There will be prayers to her on Saturday when people from all over Singapore will gather at the church to say their novenas.
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