Locus iste

This Place

Sitton, Michael (b. 1958)

Voicing:
Mixed Choir → SATB

Accompaniment:
Unaccompanied

Function/Language(s):
Latin

Occasion:
Proper of Saints → The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (November 9)
Commons → Common of the Dedication of a Church → General Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church
Commons → Common of the Dedication of a Church → In the Church that Was Dedicated
Commons → Common of the Dedication of a Church → Outside the Church That Was Dedicated
Ritual Masses → For the Dedication of a Church and an Altar

Publication Information:
Paraclete Press — PPM01243 (2012)

Text Information:
Reference: Gradual for the Dedication of a Church

Lyrics:

Locus iste a Deo factus est,
inaestimabile sacramentum,
irreprehensibilis est.
Deus, cui adstat Angelorum chorus, 
exaudi preces servorum tuorum.

English translation:
This place is the work of God,
a mystery surpassing all comprehension,
above all reproach.
O God, on whom choirs of angels attend,
Hear the prayers of your servants.

Notes: SATB with Soprano, Alto, and Tenor divisi.
Submitted by: Brian Luckner Added: May 20, 2022