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Text:Gospel Canticle
Author:Ruth Duck, b. 1947
Tune:MELBOURNE
Composer:Marty Haugen, b. 1950

5. Gospel Canticle

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Text Information
First Line: Now bless the God of Israel
Title: Gospel Canticle
Author: Ruth Duck, b. 1947
Meter: 8.6.8.6.D
Language: English
Publication Date: 1994
Scripture:
Topic: Seasons and Feasts: Advent
Source: Benedictus
Copyright: © 1992 GIA Publications, Inc.
ONE LICENSE: 03343
Tune Information
Name: MELBOURNE
Composer: Marty Haugen, b. 1950
Meter: 8.6.8.6.D
Key: F Major
Copyright: © 1994, GIA Publications, Inc.



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