Hino de São Tarcísio

Better to die than to give up
The Holy Body of Jesus
I want to be a lover of God
Oh Saint Tarcisius, just like you!

With readiness, fearless
You took Jesus Christ
To the imprisoned Christians
Who would give themselves like Christ

On the path you walked
Facing the danger ahead
You denied the enemies
The Holy Body of God

They stoned you and killed you
You gave your life away
But you kept the secret
Out of great love for Jesus

You were found dead
By the soldier Quadratus
A converted soldier
Who gave you a burial

Declared Patron
Of altar boys and acolytes
May your life awaken in us
A great love for the Eucharist