The Face of God_Composed by Fr. Francisco Manoling SJ & Arranged by Engr Romualdo V. Tiquia

The song “The Face of God” was composed by Fr. Manoling V. Francisco, SJ, a Jesuit priest and prolific liturgical songwriter. It is performed by the Bukas Palad Music Ministry and is often sung during Advent liturgies. Overall Message The song is a meditative prayer of longing, waiting, and fulfillment. It blends personal devotion with liturgical worship, making it powerful in communal singing. Its verses mirror the Advent journey: desire → contemplation → waiting → fulfillment.