Gathering: "Jesus Christ is Risen Today,"

Gloria: Psallite Mass, Michael Joncas

Responsorial Psalm: "Psalm 118: This is the day", Marty Haugen

Gospel Acclamation: "Easter Alleluia," arr. Marty HAugen

Preparation of Gifts: " O Sons and Daughters," Jean Tissearnd/ trans. Neale

Eucharistic Acclamations: Mass for Cardinal Bernardin, Michael Joncas

Lamb of God: Byzantine chant

Communion I:“Now the Green Blade Rises,” John Macleod Campbell Crum

Communion II:"Without Seeing You," David Haas

Sending: "Alleluia! Alleluia!," ODE TO JOY

The parishioners of St Thomas parish family are drawn from 3 towns in Rhode Island because the parish is situated at a corner where all 3 come together. It is a mid-sized parish & has about 1,200 families registered.

St. Thomas has a strong Food Pantry, ministry to the sick and dying, sacramental preparation, and many outreach programs for youth (including sports).

The music program is ensemble-based with a variety of instruments providing music for prayer. The assembly at St. Thomas has a long history of singing at liturgy and “our liturgies are beautifully prepared and celebrated.”

St. Thomas, the Apostle parish web site