National Association of Pastoral Musicians
Detroit Chapter
NPM Detroit Composer’s Corner
Featuring local liturgical composers
Timothy R. Smith
Forever I Will Sing 2026 Responsorial Psalms
Timothy R. Smith's Forever I Will Sing 2026 Metered Keyboard Edition is a complete collection of through-composed Responsorial Psalm & Gospel Acclamations for 2026 Liturgical Year A.
- Psalm & Gospel Acclamation settings for Sundays & Holy Days (11/30/25 – 11/26/26)
- Verbatim texts from Lectionary
- Engaging and accessible refrains and verses individually set to the natural rhythm of the text - Piano, Organ, SATB, Chords, Guitar capo chords
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Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving
https://youtu.be/WXg9eDZeIgs?si=2kK9hshX1pK6F2m7
https://youtu.be/0nhO1gv0r5w?si=gajTx8C1uafe2kdg
https://youtu.be/jVpiGlnSUVM?si=LXW8gnygufyO6Bd7
https://youtu.be/CgeT3N8h3zM?si=KIOWveLZSF5VOAUO
https://youtu.be/nZNmiPeJsk8?si=2q2hzGfyk4TVizW4
https://youtu.be/YqkDxqtAsSk?si=lqm7OhiP1pJPvFgV
https://www.ocp.org/en-us/artists/2651/timothy-r-smith
Timothy R. Smith parish missions
https://youtu.be/m9pKwYOM0QY?si=sZq9txKEnumjMjh_
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Biography
Tim has spent his career writing music that fuses contemporary and traditional elements. Since 1996, OCP has published seven collections and over 100 songs. His latest collection , I Am with you Always, is a blend of praise & worship, Taize style, and chant.
Some of Tim's other well-known liturgical compositions include: Give Me Ears To Listen, In the Breaking of the Bread, Cold Was the Stable, Voice Of Christ, In The Breaking of the Bread, and Alleluia! Alleluia! Let the Holy Anthem Rise. Favorite psalm settings include In Every Age, Give Thanks to the Lord, and My God, My God.
Smith’s music fuses traditional and contemporary elements into songs that transcend age and idiom. This broad approach can be found in his annual complete psalm collection, Forever I Will Sing, as well as his OCP publication, Mass of the Sacred Heart, which includes scores and tracks for both piano/guitar and organ/brass ensembles.
Tim’s music ministry has taken him across the United States, inspiring and educating audiences at parish missions, conferences, retreats, and workshops. His compelling presentation style encourages active participation and prayerful reflection, creating a unique experience that is both engaging and thoughtful.
Upcoming Events
NPM Detroit Student Scholarships
Beginning in the fall of 2025, NPM Detroit will offer two scholarships to middle school through college age students who actively participate in music ministry. Make a donation using Zelle here.
Bishop Mark Seitz Challenge
Bishop Mark Seitz issued a challenge to members of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) during the 2024 NPM Convention. He encouraged everyone to contribute what they can to support the financial needs of NPM. This initiative aims to foster the art of musical liturgy within the Catholic Church by ensuring the organization can continue its mission through the generosity of its members and supporters.
Are you interested in participating or learning more about this challenge?
NPM Detroit has collected and donated $450 at our events toward this challenge since July 2024.
Community Events
A calendar for all pastoral musicians in the Metro Detroit Area! Is your choir having a presentation? Have a concert in your parish? Let’s add it to the community calendar.
About Us
The National Association of Pastoral Musicians fosters the art of musical liturgy. The members of NPM serve the Catholic Church in the United States as musicians, clergy, liturgists, and other leaders of prayer. (NPM Mission Statement)
