Sanctus
Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter Lyrics

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Your angels stand around Your altar
Hear our voices raise
To You alone our Paschal sacrifice
Hear our songs of praise
Sing His praise

Redeemer of mankind vindicator of our suffering
You gave Yourself a gift eternal

To the bread of life we sing
To the bread of life we sing

Holy holy holy holy
Holy Lord God of hosts
Holy holy holy holy
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord

In darkness though we stand You light the way
And our salvation hail
We don't deserve the light of heaven
But still we stand before You
On this altar You prevail

Holy Holy Holy Holy
(Sanctus dominus)
Holy Lord God of Hosts
(Deus sabaoth)
Holy holy holy holy
(Pleni sunt caeli et terra)
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
(Gloria gloria)
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
(Gloria gloria)

Heaven and Earth are full of your glory
(Benedictus qui)
Hosannah in the highest
(Venit in nomine)
Blessed is He who comes
In the name of the Lord
(Domini)
Hosannah in the highest
(Hosannah in excelsis)

Holy holy holy holy
Holy Lord God of hosts

Holy holy holy holy
(Sanctus dominus)
Holy Lord God of hosts
(Deus sabaoth)
Holy holy holy holy
(Pleni sunt caeli et terra)
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
(Gloria gloria)

Holy holy holy holy
(Sanctus dominus)
Holy Lord God of hosts
(Deus sabaoth)
Holy holy holy holy
(Pleni sunt caeli et terra)
Holy are You Lord
Holy are You Lord
(Gloria gloria)
Holy are You Lord

Holy are You Lord
(Gloria gloria)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Sanctus" by the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter paint a vivid picture of a reverent and sacred worship scene. The opening lines set the stage with imagery of angels surrounding an altar, with voices raised in praise and sacrifice to the divine. This demonstrates a sense of awe and devotion to the holy act taking place.

The next section of the song speaks of the Redeemer of mankind, portraying Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice and source of eternal life. The reference to the "bread of life" echoes the symbolism of the Eucharist in Christianity, where believers partake in the body and blood of Christ. This emphasizes the central role of Jesus in the faith and the gratitude expressed through song and praise.

The repetition of the word "holy" in the chorus adds to the sense of sanctity and reverence in the lyrics. By addressing the Lord as "Holy Lord God of hosts," the song emphasizes the divine and transcendent nature of the deity being worshipped. This section is a declaration of the holiness and greatness of God, inviting listeners to join in the exaltation of the Lord.

The finale of the song expands the scope of praise to encompass both heaven and earth, with a powerful declaration of the glory and blessing bestowed upon the Lord. The repeated refrain of "Holy are You Lord" underscores the central theme of divine holiness and majesty. The incorporation of Latin phrases adds a touch of traditional sacred language, further enhancing the sense of reverence and devotion in the song. Overall, "Sanctus" serves as a profound expression of worship and adoration towards the divine presence.

Line by Line Meaning

Your angels stand around Your altar
Your heavenly messengers encircle Your sacred place

Hear our voices raise
Listen to our uplifted voices

To You alone our Paschal sacrifice
We offer our Easter offering solely to You

Hear our songs of praise
Receive our joyful hymns

Sing His praise
Proclaim His glory

Redeemer of mankind vindicator of our suffering
Savior of humanity, champion of our pain

You gave Yourself a gift eternal
You granted Yourself an everlasting present

To the bread of life we sing
Our song is dedicated to the source of life

In darkness though we stand You light the way
Even in our darkest times, You guide us

And our salvation hail
We welcome our deliverance

We don't deserve the light of heaven
We are unworthy of celestial brightness

But still we stand before You
Yet here we are, in Your presence

On this altar You prevail
Your power reigns on this sacred table

Heaven and Earth are full of your glory
Your splendor fills the heavens and the Earth

Hosannah in the highest
Highest praise to You

Blessed is He who comes
Praised is the One who arrives

In the name of the Lord
In the Lord's name

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Written by: Peter Ryan

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Z3norear

10y↑3

In Masses for the Dead the foregoing prayer is said but the water is not blessed.
Then the Priest takes the Chalice and offers it saying:
OFFERIMUS tibi Domine calicem salutaris deprecantes clementiam : ut in conspectu divinae Majestatis tuae pro nostra Et totius mundi salute cum odore suavitatis ascendat. Amen.
WE offer unto Thee O Lord the chalice of salvation beseeching Thy clemency that it may ascend before Thy divine Majesty as a sweet odor for our salvation and for that of the whole world. Amen.

The Priest makes the sign of the Cross with the Chalice places it upon the Corporal and covers it with the pall. Then with his hands joined upon the Altar and slightly bowing down he says:
In Spiritu humilitatis Et in animo contrito susciptamur a te Domine : Et sic fiat Sacrificium nostrum in conspectu tuo hodie ut placeat tibi Domine Deus.
ACCEPT us O Lord in the spirit of humility and contrition of heart and grant that the Sacrifice which we offer this day in Thy sight may be pleasing to Thee O Lord God.

Raising his eyes towards heaven extending and then joining his hands the Priest makes the sign of the Cross over the host and the chalice while he says:
VENI Sanctificator omnipotens aeterne Deus : Et bene+dic hoc Sacrificium tuo Sancto Nomini praeparatum.
COME O Almighty and Eternal Gor the Sanctifier and bless + this Sacrifice prepared for the glory of Thy holy Name.

At Solemn Masses the Prest blesses the incense saying the following prayers:
PER INTERCESSIONEM BEATI Michaelis ArchAngeli stantis a Dextrus Altaris incensi Et omnium Electorum suorum incensum stud dignetur Dominus bene+dicere Et in odorem suavitatis accipere. Per Christum Dominum nostrum. Amen.
MAY the Lord by the intercession of the blessed Michael the ArchAngel who standeth at the right side of the Altar f perfumes and of all His Elect vouchsafe to bless + this incense and receive it as an odor of sweetness ; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

All comments from YouTube:

@zachsmith3684

7y↑89

I have been called to Priesthood and this video is so helpful! Thank you for the videos on how the Latin Mass is done and may God bless you always.

@actusspei6688

7y↑4

May God Bless you always. We are in need of good and Holy priests.

@nick.t1243

4y↑2

may God bless you.

@janettedavis6627

3y↑1

If you going into Priesthood it's essential you understand the Mass.
The First prayer Introibo ad altar Deum I will go onto the altar of God to God Who gives joy to my youth " psalm 42 what's happening It is God the Son conversing with God the Father in eternity about His Passover in time. Psalm 2 is the Father to the Son. The Lamb had to be without spot or wrinkle that prayer is said too. Jesus and His Apostles attended the Temple on the night of Jewish Passover these Passover prayers that were said were about His death and are Perpetual The Gentiles received these Passover prayers from the Apostles This Priesthood goes back to Melchizedek an eternal priesthood. These Prayers are perpetual until end of time and can't be abandoned. The Gentiles prayers can be altered.
The Jews said "We have no King but Caesar" under a valid Pope they will go but with this Jewish Passover worship. The Jews had true worship. Lefebvre, Castro Meyer and another are right. No Pope will ever change Calvary.

@rorypinata265

1y↑1

I will pray for your priesthood! Holy Mother Church has another priest!

@LVCIVSTVLLIVSATELLVS

12y↑74

The extreme reverence shown in the consecration is very moving to me. I wish all priests would show this due reverence. For this reason (among many other reasons), I an 18 year old boy going to college am seriously discerning the priesthood, and am seriously looking into becoming a priest within FSSP. As of right now, I cannot see myself being anything but a priest, but nevertheless I will go through extensive prayer to discern for what God is calling me.

@tenplauges

7y↑4

Well, didja?

@actusspei6688

7y↑16

Bronze Serpent , let's pray he is too busy in seminary to answer.

@Kennnnyy__

2y↑5

I’ll bump this ten years later. What did you career path end up choosing? 😊

@rorypinata265

1y↑2

I hope you did look into that possible vocation, it would be the most fulfilling and greatest part of your life.

@paididoy

1y↑1

I don't think "Extreme" is the right word. It is just right to worship God that way!

@TraddyGirl62

12y↑38

There is a young adult group called "Juventutem" (from the Introit: "Introibo ad altare Dei. Ad Deum qui lætifcat iuventutem meam." "I will go unto the altar of God. To God the joy of my youth.") whose aim is to introduce more young people to and to foster devotion to the Traditional Latin Mass. There is another group, the Institute of Christ the King, Sovereign Priest that also uses the Extraordinary Form exclusively.

@janettedavis6627

3y↑3

That is psalm 42 and it is the conversation of God the Son with God the Father in eternity. The Son is talking about His death in time. It is one of the Jewish Passover prayers that were said in the Temple and Jesus listened to these Passover prayers that were about Him. These Prayers are perpetual until end of time. Long live SSPX.

@1johnnygunn

2y↑1

St. Mary's in Wausau Wisconsin is part of ICKSP, never has my faith been so focused, thanks be to Christ.

@deon-daniiowusu6442

47w

❤how do I join the "juventutem"

@dicere2758

@@janettedavis6627SSPX was called a schismatic sect by Ven. Fulton Sheen.

@josephvanharen3518

3y↑3

Joseph Van haren
Thank you for this wonderful Instructional Video . The beautiful Holy Traditional Latin Mass , the Mass of all time . True Sacrifice , giving all Glory and Honor to God . God Bless and protect FSSP

@JusaintVu2014

6y↑10

Thank you “ FSSPTraining “ for sharing this post. God Bless You.

@TuyenPham-jm5eq

1y↑5

The Traditional Latin Mass is so beautiful, so reverent, and so holy. These are reasons why the devil hates it, and he'll do all he can to destroy it.

@carolineandtigger

6y↑8

Praise be Jesus Christ.

@nick.t1243

caroline and tigger forever and ever amen 🙏

@portulaka

1y↑1

Beautiful. Deo Gratias.
Bogu niech będą dzięki.

@steventrosiek2623

7y↑8

Wonderful instructions. I am learning quickly, as directions are clear. Thank you for a great video!

@dorotaciemiega9479

5y↑5

Chwała Bogu na wysokości !!!

@imperiumromanum8866

6y↑5

From Italy OREMUS PRO ECCLESIA. God free us from false prophets and self-destruction. We pray to remain Catholics faithful to Tradition ** Prions pour l'Église! * OREMUS PRO CARDINALE ROBERTO SARAH!

@spoctan

12y↑4

i pray for your vocation. May God bless you and guide you in your decision.

@francismarkose9582

2y↑1

Thank you for the valuable explanation of the Tridentine latin mass

@540001henry

5y↑4

Excellent and clear explanation. Thank you.

@bigdog95355

10y↑10

SuperScarrow yes they are they got their ok from Blessed John Paul II and are in full communion with the Holy Father. They are dedicated to only celebrating the Latin Mass.

@chriscampbell7895

Steven Tubbs true but unfortunately that can be removed as they have no protection from a bishop/cardinal, they are dependent on modernist Rome

@thepianoman6958

4y↑1

@@chriscampbell7895 Even if their status was "removed," they would have no obligation to follow it, because this is the true form of the Mass.

@reynaturrubiartes133

3y↑2

Beautiful 🥰

@SuperScarrow

12y↑7

Thank you. That was a genuine question! A young catholic wants to take part in this form of the mass!

@stjohnbosco8483

2y↑1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QozhaId3i1g&list=PL1cACYPWB80wL869Fii48jRaD2QcKF3-Z&index=43

@TheBadTrad

12y↑2

God bless you as you discern the calling. We need good priests. I will say a prayer that you find the answer.

@user-lo1xk5kk7b

11w

Where did all these go? We need them back. The present Catholicism is diluted .

@tinaria

4y↑2

We are in indonesia doesn't have parish with latin mass and accept holy eucharist with tongue...we are all accept with hand....i hope someday will be..

@barefootinroann

12y↑1

If you are called to priesthood, nothing else will satisfy. I felt called to be a priest but God called me to marriage and I couldn't be happier. There are similarities. Making "extensive prayer" is much like making time for guidance in a marriage. God will guide you. I have wondered what it may have been like, I do not regret at all God's direction to marry and have children. If you are called to be a priest, you may wonder what marriage is like, but you won't regret the calling at all. :-)

@deon-daniiowusu6442

47w

Can anyone recommend a serminary which offers scholarship for me ❤

@carfagnolo

5y↑4

Very clear, very practical, very useful, also for those who celebrate or attend the new mass. Thank you very much.

@SergioBecerraII

4y↑1

Very educational.

@aldscabrera2947

4y↑2

🙏🏻

@derwahreschwanz

8y↑19

Why novus ordo? Whyyyyyyyyyyy??

@latinmasssociety4283

7y↑7

False. Parde pio never said the new mass. He said the interm rite of 1965

@shyakaxdeus2440

5y↑2

Am also asking whyyyyyyyyy novus ordo,😢😢😢

@SuperScarrow

12y↑1

Cool, thanks!

@andreasr2454

4y↑1

Why is the host layed down on the corporal? Why does it not rest on the patene?

@nathanielramos5338

Only in novus ordo mass the priest rest the host in the paten. In latin mass, the priest rest it in the corporal and puts the paten under it.

@Z3norear

10y↑3

@elliotdavies1418

The Supplices Te is the most important prayer of the Canon of the Mass not the Words of Institution.

@czarduhaylungsod8554

5y↑2

My fellow catholics, Is this a low mass?

@Flos__Carmeli

5y↑2

Yes! One altar server, no chant. These parts of the mass, called the Canon of the Mass, are not changed between High and Low Masses. God bless you!

@evanhignite1028

3y↑1

Does this type of mass count for Sunday’s?

@fidefidelis4460

3y↑1

Yes, but only those of FSSP, *ICKSP (ICRSP is the French name), or other diocesan masses

@nathanielramos5338

@@fidefidelis4460 you mean ICKSP? Cause I never heard of ICRSP.

@kennethroman4054

15w

@@fidefidelis4460Norbertine TLMs as well.

@SuperScarrow

11y↑2

No. Peter is the rock! ;)

@mcmdcuellar

Why the altar server lift the priest cloths when he elevates the body of Christ and the chalis ???? Any body ???

@filipsimic5650

3y↑1

It also symbolises when the woman touched Jesus’s garments and got healed.

@filipsimic5650

@@RyanVD05 The FSSP has a free book where every symbol from the TLM is explained. The German title is “Zum Altare Gottes will ich treten“, which would mean in English “I will go to the altar of God”. They normally have it on their shop.

@filipsimic5650

@@RyanVD05 Look it up online, the german version is free, so the English must also be. With free books you also have the pdf online.

@rosenkranzemitadrian6045

3y↑1

❤️

@jean-jacquesdeclercq516

17w

The servant on the right side of the priest

@candacecassidy8950

I don't speak Latin but I wish it was Charlie into English I can understand it.

@SuperScarrow

12y↑4

Question: Is FSSP in communion with the Roman Catholic Church?

@supreme87878

7y↑2

SuperScarrow it is a group that came back from sspx and pope john paul 2 gave permission to them to celebrate the EF mass.

@latinmasssociety4283

7y↑1

The latin mass is the only roman rite

@matthewb7672

6y↑3

Yes

@carolannecrowley5039

SuperScarrow jk

@rorypinata265

1y↑1

Yes, the FSSP is in full communion with Rome.

@Z3norear

10y↑7

Making the sign of the Cross with the PATEN he places the Host upon the Corporal. The Priest pours wine and water in the Chalice blessing the water before it is mixed saying:
DEUS + qui humanae substantiae dignitatem mirabiliter condidisti Et mirabilius reformasti: da nobis per hujus aquae Et vini Mysterium ejus divinitatis esse consortes qui humanitatis nostrae fieri dignatus est particeps Jesus Christus Filius tuus Dominus noster: Qui tecum vivit Et regnat in unitate Spiritus Sancti Deus: per omnia saecula saeculorum. Amen.
O GOD + Who in creating human nature hast wonderfully dignified it and still more wonderfully reformed it grant that by the Mystery of this water and wine we may be made partakers of His divine nature who vouchsafed to become partaker of our human nature namely Jesus Christ our Lord Thy Son Who with Thee liveth and reigneth in the unity of the Holy Ghost world without end. Amen.

@TraddyGirl62

12y↑1

Ummm, yes. You are probably thinking of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) which is not.

@latinmasssociety4283

7y↑3

The sspx is not in schsim

@michelleart3780

4y↑9

Latin Mass and novus Ordo are like day and night so STOP the novus ordo.

@andrewmurphy7401

4y↑2

Both are relevant, in my opinion and both should be appreciated for what they are. Just remember that Catholics of my parents generation felt like that about the Latin Mass and were happy when the Mass was said in the vernacular. They felt excluded from the Mass. My Mother was a convert from the Methodist church and she thought she had entered some strange secret society upon becoming Catholic. Personally I have never attended a Latin Mass but that is about to change in a couple of weeks when my local Cathedral has a Latin Mass to celebrate the centenary of our high altar. I can't wait. I believe both should be offered, if there are priests available to offer the Latin.

@nathanielramos5338

@@andrewmurphy7401 yeah I like novus ordo too but some churches celebrates it like a party party mass.

@janettedavis6627

@@nathanielramos5338 Novus Ordo is Luther's diluted worship.
Latin Mass has the Jewish Passover Prayers said in the Temple in Jerusalem. The Passover Prayers said in the Temple in Jerusalem are Christ's Own Death Prayers .

@juliegonzalez9843

28w

@@janettedavis6627the NO has that too or else it would not be a valid mass

@juliegonzalez9843

28w

In paradise

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@salvatorevitale1582

Siete fuori dalla comunione ecclesiale, fanatici, primitivi, farisaici

@stevierichiemoeller

5y↑1

i dont know hardly anything about all this but it appears to me that the priest is the center of attention. do the people have to just sit and watch the priest do all this?

@josebarrigajr.5941

5y↑7

Esteban Martinez no. If you actually go to a traditional latin mass, you will find the exact opposite of the priest being the center of attention. It feels like the whole congregation is focused on the sacrifice that is being done, the sacrifice of Calvary reenacted, actually happening all over again in every mass being offered. It is such a profound experience.

@chriscampbell7895

4y↑3

Esteban Martinez nope not at all, and is better then NO where people and priest look to each other
Priests fave CHRIST, leading us behind him like a general
All facing Christ

@stevierichiemoeller

4y↑1

@@VABJMJ i see and respect your point, on principal. still, the reality is, a priest could have his back to you and be a self serving demon and priest facing you can be a selfless and holy man

@stevierichiemoeller

@@VABJMJ nice answer. i will take a NO mass when need be without a word of complaintt

@stevierichiemoeller

@@VABJMJ Amen :)

@beefcakepantiehoes

10y

I urge all of you to listen to a song called Opiate, by Tool.

@tenplauges

7y↑2

blah blah blah

@beefcakepantiehoes

Bronze Serpent Pedicabo ego vos et irrumabo, Aureli pathice et cinaede Furi, qui me ex versiculis meis putastis, quod sunt molliculi, parum pudicum.

@tenplauges

7y↑3

As i said blah blah blah. Anyone can use google translate nowadays

@gabrielbigwan5604

11y

I wonder what these details mean and what more they offer than the reunuion of God and Man through Jesus Christ - I should think He came for this very reason: to remove the barrier that seperates ud from God! At His death the partition that seperates the alter (Holy of Holies) from the worshipers was broken! Free access guaranteed! He said "IT IS FINISHED"! Religion entangles us again to bondage!

@tenplauges

7y↑13

blah blah blah

@jcons114

6y↑10

It offers reverent worship to the Triune God and it give us Jesus Himself, truly present in the Eucharist. Something protestants deny; for which I pity them. By the way, the actually translation is not 'finished' as in ended but 'consummated' or fulfilled.

@nick.t1243

5y↑4

My Step father told me that the reason the Priest says ‘Dominus Vobiscum’ 5 times is to represent the 5 wounds Christ had

@JamesMartinelli-jr9mh

How Christ Said the First Mass' by Fr. James Meagher

@chriscampbell7895

4y↑1

Gabriel Bigwan ignorance of scripture is clear here

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@MrNigara

16w↑1

This is FASCISM, there are no better words for it. Thanks to the Gods that we do not live anymore in the times where this absurd and elitist spectacle took place when many people went hungry, and many died because of the wars of religion! (that list would be endless). No more religion in this world, no more gods, no more absurdities like that, let's have a better world, more free, more peaceful, more mature.

@Adipatus

11y

The Internet: where religion comes to die an embarrassing death.

@tenplauges

7y↑5

blah blah blah

@chriscampbell7895

4y↑4

Internet where will mannered people come to give opinions that are not needed nor cared for

@Lutheranjenkins

And yet souls have come to repentence through the workers of the Lord who have utilized the internet. Shut up and return to shadows, scoffer. Your negative and false input isn't welcome here.

@solelysoul8543

Rituals, Rituals, Rituals.
Prepare a spotless heart and welcome Christ.
Preparation involves abiding by the virtues and shunning the deadly sins.
Both the above is not possible for the church as well as the laity.
Mathew 7/13 warns us about the narrow path and small gate.
Majority are impressed by the rituals and think that it will lead them to Salvation.
This will only lead to destruction. Because, the blind are leading the blind.

@chriscampbell7895

4y↑1

Solely Soul shut the f up

@jamesalexis3041

4y↑5

Rituals???? Why did the angel bow to Mary at the anunciation? Ritual? The adulterer stooped to touch Jesus' feet. Ritual???? 🤣😂

@Lutheranjenkins

3y↑1

Rituals are impure when done with an impure heart. Bowing before the Lord Jesus Christ in worship, being careful to be reverent and repentent, isn't dead ritualism. If the preist's faith becomes cold and it becomes a meaningless or boring ritual to him, then we have a problem.

@solelysoul8543

@@Lutheranjenkins reverence and repentance have become a fine art, only for display. It is not an action. But, a result of renunciation, surrender, fervent prayers and desireless life.
Priests are more concerned about conversions besides other activities.
A pure heart is like the manger, meek and humble. Not arrogance of world domination.