Faith Songs for Kids
For faith formation classes or car ride singalongs!
These easy-to-sing songs will help children learn their Catholic faith and can supplement religious education classes and sacramental preparation classes. Parents and catechists, your kids will love these songs.
Audio samples, lyrics sheets, simple guitar lead sheets, and fully notated voice-piano-guitar arrangements will soon be made available for download.
Lyrics for Faith Songs for Kids
© 2003, Anthony Moran
1. Jesus, Welcome – key D
Jesus, welcome to our Church on this lovely day.
You're the one we love so much and to you we pray.
Bless the children everywhere, keep them in your love.
Let them know they have a friend, a Father above.
Praise the Father and the Son and the Holy Ghost.
Praise and honor to His name now and evermore.
2. I Believe in God – key D
I believe in God (2x)
The Father Almighty,
Maker of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus (2x)
The Son of God (2x)
The Savior of the world.
And the Holy Spirit (2x)
the giver of life
that will last an eternity.
Father Son and Spirit (2x)
the blessed Trinity (2x)
I believe, yes, I believe.
3. He Made the Sea – key G
He made the sea and sky.
He made the heavens sing;
the clouds as they go by;
the flowers and everything.
And we praise Him every day
Let all the people say
in the heavens and everywhere
Let us sing a song of praise.
He gave us life and love
our friends and family.
He wants to save the world
that all may live in peace.
And we praise Him...
4. Love the Lord – key D
Love the Lord your God
with your whole heart and soul.
"Love one another," we are also told.
Do not steal. Do not lie.
To kill is a great big sin.
Respect the life of all from the beginning to the end.
5. The Sacraments – key D
There are 7 sacraments.
There are 7 sacraments.
Baptism, Confirmation,
Eucharist, Penance,
Holy Orders, Matrimony
and the Anointing for the Sick and Dying.
(repeat)
6. The People Came – key D
The people came to hear the Savior
They came from far and near.
They were hungry, they were thirsty,
not a thing to eat.
And Jesus said (2x)
Go share the bread (2x)
the people are in need.
They traveled far to hear the word
let's make a great big feast.
He told them all about God's mercy
all about God's love
He told them all about forgiving
Trust the Father's word.
And Jesus said...
7. Jesus Christ – key D
Who do we believe in? Jesus Christ!
Who died to save us? Jesus Christ!
Who shows us how to live, cares for everyone?
Who heals and helps us? Jesus Christ!
Who is the Messiah? Jesus Christ!
Who is the Son of God? Jesus Christ!
Who brings us salvation dying on the cross?
Forgives our faults and failings? Jesus Christ!
Who loves us always? Jesus Christ!
Who heals our sorrow? Jesus Christ!
Who is with us always, watches day and night?
Who lights the way to life? Jesus Christ!
Who do we die with? Jesus Christ!
Who do we rise with? Jesus Christ!
We will live forever, for eternity?
Who ascended into heaven? Jesus Christ!
Who gave us our Church? Jesus Christ!
Who is the bread of life? Jesus Christ!
We live together in faith and harmony.
Who do we believe in? Jesus Christ!
8. Christ Was Born – key D
Christ was born a child.
He grew like me and you.
Went to school each day,
learned the Scriptures too.
He then began to teach.
He showed us how to live.
He talked about a place
where we would one day live.
But first He had to die
And rise up once again.
So we can do the same
and follow Him to heaven.
And now we share his dream
to save the world with Him.
Always do what's right,
believe in God. Amen.
9. Jesus Christ – key D
Jesus Christ His name is Jesus Christ.
He died and then He rose again
that we might share His life.
(repeat)
10. We Believe – key D
Jesus is the Son of God
the Savior of the world.
The Father is creator
of all we see and love.
The Holy Spirit guides us
and fills our hearts with love.
We believe, yes, we believe
in Christ the light, the word.
St Peter, our first leader
was chosen by the Lord.
The Pope is His successor,
he guides our faith, our lives.
The Church is our community,
we are one family.
We hear God's word, receive the Lord
and help all those in need.
11. I Can Sing – key D
I can sing a song (2x)
About the Lord (2x)
He is mighty He is good.
I can praise His name (2x)
He gives us life and love.
Praise His name (2x)
Praise His name (2x)
Praise His holy name.
I can raise Him high (2x)
above the sky (2x)
His love is everywhere.
All the children say (2x)
Glory to His name.
Sing a song (2x)
Sing a song (2x)
Praise His holy name.
12. We Just Say No – key D
When somebody asks us
to do something wrong.
We just say no, we just say no.
Even when it's fun and nobody knows;
we just say no. We just say no.
Why can't we, why can't we try it just one time?
Why can't we go with the flow?
Because it's going to hurt us, hurt us, hurt us.
Because it's going to hurt us, Jesus tells us so.
When somebody tells us
to do something wrong,
we just say no, we just say no.
Even when they say that everybody's doing it;
we just say no, we just say no.
Why can't we, why can't we...
13. Jesus Said – key E
Jesus said to His disciples:
"I want you to be my friends.
I want you to love and serve the Lord
and many other things."
Praise the Lord (Lord, Lord)
Praise the Lord (Lord, Lord)
Praise the Lord and serve Him every day.
Jesus said to His disciples:
"cure the blind and heal the sick.
There are many people hurting
and they need our help real quick."
Praise the Lord....
Jesus said to his disciples:
"eat my body drink my blood.
Love one another as I showed you
and as everybody should."
Praise the Lord...
Jesus said to His disciples:
"preach my love to everyone.
For you know I am the Lord
I am the light of the world."
Praise the Lord...
Jesus said to His disciples:
"feed my lambs and feed my sheep.
Go and find them, they are everywhere,
in every town and street."
Praise the Lord...
Jesus said to his disciples,
"The Lord forgives our sins;
lets us know we should be brothers
and sisters and be friends."
Praise the Lord...
14. The Lord He Said to Abraham – key D
The Lord He said to Abraham:
"Come see what I can see, a land of milk
and honey, a land for you and me."
"Go ye forth to the land I'll show you.
Trust me with your life and love.
And I will make you my people,
a blessing from above, a blessing from above."
The Lord He said to Moses:
"Set my people free. Lead them to
the promised land, a land for you and me."
"Go ye forth to the land...
The Lord He told the prophets,
the holy men of old. A Savior He would send us, a Savior He foretold.
"Go ye forth to the land...
The final revelation: His Son Jesus Christ;
to save the world from their sins,
He died upon a cross.
"Go ye forth to the land...
The Lord He said to Peter:
"Feed my lambs and sheep. Make them strong in faith and love, a true community."
"Go ye forth to the land...
We are now the witnesses of the living Lord.
We show the world how to love,
bring peace to everyone.
"Go ye forth to the land...
15. Our Father – key D
We praise you, Our Father.
Hallowed be Thy name.
On earth as in heaven
May Thy will be done.
Give us our daily bread.
Teach us to forgive.
May we live in peace and love
and do Thy holy will.
Free us from the evil one,
Father, hear our prayer.
Now and forever,
we praise thy holy name.
16. Hail Mary – key C
17. Hail Mary – key D
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God.
pray for us sinners,
Now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Hail Mary, full of grace.
