Words and notes of certain songs can hit the soul like a rock. Maybe it’s because it’s telling us something true about ourselves, healing a wound, carrying a deep desire, or seeking answers.   I can barely whisper this song at Mass each time it’s played because I choke up, my eyes well up and I’m trying to discreetly hide my emotional reaction.

Ya, I love it that much – my soul will ache.

THE SERVANT SONG by Sr. Donna Marie McCargill OSM

What do you want of me, Lord?   Where do you want me to serve you? 

Where can I sing your praises? I am your song.

Jesus, Jesus, you are the Lord. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way. I hear you call my name, Lord, and I am moved within me.

Your Spirit stirs my deepest self. Sing your songs in me. 

Jesus, Jesus, you are my Lord. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.

Above, below, and around me, before, behind and all through me, Your Spirit burns deep within me. Fire my life with your love. 

Jesus, Jesus, be the warmth of my heart. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.

You are the light in my darkness. You are my strength when I’m weary.
You give me sight when I’m blinded. Come see for me.
Jesus, Jesus, you are my light. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.

I am your song and servant, singing your praise like Mary.
Surrendered to your Spirit, “Let it be done to me.”
Jesus, Jesus, “Let it be done to me.” Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.”