Articles related to "Hymns"
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About the LDS Hymns?
A short, fun quiz about the 1985 LDS hymnbook and the hymns it contains.
• hymns • lds hymns • music
A short, fun quiz about the 1985 LDS hymnbook and the hymns it contains.
• hymns • lds hymns • music
Studying the Hymns: The Stories Behind the Songs
Shares three stories behind popular LDS hymns and provides links to more hymn stories.
• hymns • lds hymns • stories
Shares three stories behind popular LDS hymns and provides links to more hymn stories.
• hymns • lds hymns • stories
Hymns: Chris Orr with Matt Papa
Chris Orr and Matt Papa offer up a collection of eleven classic "Hymns," respectfully enlivened with an energetic indie rock feel.
• hymns • matt papa • chris orr • bethany dick • christian rock music
Chris Orr and Matt Papa offer up a collection of eleven classic "Hymns," respectfully enlivened with an energetic indie rock feel.
• hymns • matt papa • chris orr • bethany dick • christian rock music
Avalon: Faith: A Hymns Collection
With its upcoming "Faith: A Hymns Collection," Avalon moves out of its standard pop groove into some uncharted stylistic waters, adding a touch of jazz, gospel and soul.
• avalon • faith: a hymns collection • brown bannister • janna and greg long • jody mcbrayer
With its upcoming "Faith: A Hymns Collection," Avalon moves out of its standard pop groove into some uncharted stylistic waters, adding a touch of jazz, gospel and soul.
• avalon • faith: a hymns collection • brown bannister • janna and greg long • jody mcbrayer
First Call Acapella Hymns
Mel Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall are reuniting the original First Call to record their new CD, “REJOICE: An A Cappela Hymns Collection,” releasing in late May.
• first call • rejoice: an a cappela hymns collection • dick & mel tunney • marty mccall • bonnie keen
Mel Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall are reuniting the original First Call to record their new CD, “REJOICE: An A Cappela Hymns Collection,” releasing in late May.
• first call • rejoice: an a cappela hymns collection • dick & mel tunney • marty mccall • bonnie keen
Jilleen:The Hymns Experience
Jilleen is one busy lady, between releasing her third indie CD, “The Hymns Experience,” her hectic speaking ministry and heading up the Christian Divas network.
• jilleen • the hymns experience • christian divas • this is my father's world • jesus loves me
Jilleen is one busy lady, between releasing her third indie CD, “The Hymns Experience,” her hectic speaking ministry and heading up the Christian Divas network.
• jilleen • the hymns experience • christian divas • this is my father's world • jesus loves me
Just as I am (Hymn)
The history behind "Just As I Am," a favorite hymn in Lutheran circles.
• christianity • forgiveness • acceptance • hymn • charlotte elliott
The history behind "Just As I Am," a favorite hymn in Lutheran circles.
• christianity • forgiveness • acceptance • hymn • charlotte elliott
The Battle Hymn of the Republic
Although this hymn was written and published after the Civil War started, it reflects many of the ideals of the Abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. It was played recently at Ronald Reagan's funeral.
• julia ward howe • samuel howe • abolition • slavery • hymn
Although this hymn was written and published after the Civil War started, it reflects many of the ideals of the Abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. It was played recently at Ronald Reagan's funeral.
• julia ward howe • samuel howe • abolition • slavery • hymn
William Cowper: Nature Poet and Hymn-writer
Orchard Side, William Cowper's home in Olney, Buckinghamshire, England, provides a scenic retreat for literary tourists.
• william cowper • orchard side • olney • buckinghamshire • england
Orchard Side, William Cowper's home in Olney, Buckinghamshire, England, provides a scenic retreat for literary tourists.
• william cowper • orchard side • olney • buckinghamshire • england
Abide with Me Hymn
Written by Henry F. Lyte and composed by William H. Monk, this solemn hymn is a favorite among Christians in times of sorrow.
• abide with me • henry f. lyte • william monk abide with me • fast falls the eventide • the darkness deepens lord with me abide
Written by Henry F. Lyte and composed by William H. Monk, this solemn hymn is a favorite among Christians in times of sorrow.
• abide with me • henry f. lyte • william monk abide with me • fast falls the eventide • the darkness deepens lord with me abide
Blessed Assurance Hymn
Notes on the popular Christian hymn "Blessed Assurance" by hymn-writer Fanny Crosby and composer Phoebe Knapp.
• fanny j. crosby • blessed assurance hymn • crosby's christian hymn • blessed asssurance writer • composer phoebe knapp of blessed assurance
Notes on the popular Christian hymn "Blessed Assurance" by hymn-writer Fanny Crosby and composer Phoebe Knapp.
• fanny j. crosby • blessed assurance hymn • crosby's christian hymn • blessed asssurance writer • composer phoebe knapp of blessed assurance
Christmas Hymns: Before the Marvel of This Night
This Christmas Eve we celebrate the Savior's birth and for this occasion I am sharing Vajda's hymn that describes the angels' role on that first Noel.
• angels • news • song • forgiveness • redemption
This Christmas Eve we celebrate the Savior's birth and for this occasion I am sharing Vajda's hymn that describes the angels' role on that first Noel.
• angels • news • song • forgiveness • redemption
Christmas Hymns: Go, My Children, With my Blessing
At the end of the year, allow me to share Vajda's benediction of peace and blessing from God. Have a Happy New Year!
• peace • blessing • benediction • lullaby
At the end of the year, allow me to share Vajda's benediction of peace and blessing from God. Have a Happy New Year!
• peace • blessing • benediction • lullaby
Christmas Hymns: Now the Silence/Then the Glory
This Christmas season I will share a series of Jaroslav Vajda Christmas hymns and the imagery they present. This week we look at two one-verse hymns that speak of "now" and "then." Both use the melody entitled "Now."
• vajda • schalk • now the silence • then the glory • faith
This Christmas season I will share a series of Jaroslav Vajda Christmas hymns and the imagery they present. This week we look at two one-verse hymns that speak of "now" and "then." Both use the melody entitled "Now."
• vajda • schalk • now the silence • then the glory • faith
Christmas Hymns: Someone Special
In this hymn, Jaroslav Vajda paints a vivid picture of why God sent his Son, the baby born in Bethlehem. He did it becuase He is someone special and, we conclude since God sent his Son for us, that we are also special. Special Delivery!
• special • creation • trinity • father • son
In this hymn, Jaroslav Vajda paints a vivid picture of why God sent his Son, the baby born in Bethlehem. He did it becuase He is someone special and, we conclude since God sent his Son for us, that we are also special. Special Delivery!
• special • creation • trinity • father • son
Christmas Hymns: The King the Wise Men Found
For Epiphany I would like to share this Puerto Rican carol found on "Before the Marvel of This Night." May you enjoy it.
• wise men • epiphany • gifts • kings • king
For Epiphany I would like to share this Puerto Rican carol found on "Before the Marvel of This Night." May you enjoy it.
• wise men • epiphany • gifts • kings • king
Christmas Hymns: Where Shepherds Lately Knelt
This hymn by Vajda takes us with the shepherds to that manger scene, a scene of awe, humility, and comfort. Let us kneel where shepherds lately knelt.
• shepherds • christmas story • awe • angels • manger
This hymn by Vajda takes us with the shepherds to that manger scene, a scene of awe, humility, and comfort. Let us kneel where shepherds lately knelt.
• shepherds • christmas story • awe • angels • manger
Count Your Blessings Hymn
History of the finest thanksgiving hymn "Count Your Blessings," and brief biographies of hymn-writer Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composer Edwin Excell.
• johnson oatman jr and blessings hymn • edwin excell blessings hymn • count your blessings • count blessings sacred songs • hymns by johnson oatman jr
History of the finest thanksgiving hymn "Count Your Blessings," and brief biographies of hymn-writer Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composer Edwin Excell.
• johnson oatman jr and blessings hymn • edwin excell blessings hymn • count your blessings • count blessings sacred songs • hymns by johnson oatman jr
Dutch Hymn We Gather Together
Translated in English by Theodore Baker and the tune arranged by Edward Kremser, "We Gather Together to Ask the Lord's Blessing" is a thanksgiving hymn.
• we gather together • to ask the lord's blessing • thanksgiving hymn • theodore baker • netherlands folk melody
Translated in English by Theodore Baker and the tune arranged by Edward Kremser, "We Gather Together to Ask the Lord's Blessing" is a thanksgiving hymn.
• we gather together • to ask the lord's blessing • thanksgiving hymn • theodore baker • netherlands folk melody
George Herbert's Poem into Hymn
The text of this Christian song was written by George Herbert but several composers wrote the tune, including W. Henry Monk, Basil Harwood, Martin Shaw and Erik Routley.
• let all the world in every corner sing • the heavens are not too high • his praise may thither fly • george herbert • willliam henry monk
The text of this Christian song was written by George Herbert but several composers wrote the tune, including W. Henry Monk, Basil Harwood, Martin Shaw and Erik Routley.
• let all the world in every corner sing • the heavens are not too high • his praise may thither fly • george herbert • willliam henry monk
Hymns in My Life
Two hymns have played a part in my life. The connection to Washington State is the fact I like them. They've been favorites as I've grown up in Washington State!
• i'll fly away • amazing grace • washington • jerri brooker • stellar flutes
Two hymns have played a part in my life. The connection to Washington State is the fact I like them. They've been favorites as I've grown up in Washington State!
• i'll fly away • amazing grace • washington • jerri brooker • stellar flutes
Notes on Higher Ground Hymn
The hymn "Higher Ground" was written by Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composed by Charles H. Gabriel. The Bible reference is Philippians 3:14, to press forward for God's call.
• higher ground hymn • writer johnson oatman jr ground upward • composer charles gabriel higher ground • i'm pressing on the upward way • still praying as i onward bound
The hymn "Higher Ground" was written by Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composed by Charles H. Gabriel. The Bible reference is Philippians 3:14, to press forward for God's call.
• higher ground hymn • writer johnson oatman jr ground upward • composer charles gabriel higher ground • i'm pressing on the upward way • still praying as i onward bound
Our Heritage Of Hymns: A Little History
The first in a three-part series about hymns in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; focuses on the history of LDS hymnbooks.
• hymns • lds hymns • emma smith • the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints • hymnbooks
The first in a three-part series about hymns in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; focuses on the history of LDS hymnbooks.
• hymns • lds hymns • emma smith • the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints • hymnbooks
The Battle Hymn of the Republic
The history of The Battle Hymn of the Republic is not as colorful as our National Anthem's, but this civil war song has evolved to become our defacto national hymn.
• battle hymn of the republic • julia ward howe • john brown's body • civil war • marching song
The history of The Battle Hymn of the Republic is not as colorful as our National Anthem's, but this civil war song has evolved to become our defacto national hymn.
• battle hymn of the republic • julia ward howe • john brown's body • civil war • marching song
A Shakespearean Sonnet on Valentine's Day
Stuart Buchanan MacWatt climbs to the sunlit top of Glastonbury Tor on Valentine's Day to survey the rich pattern of rural England spread below in the ancient valleys and dedicates a Shakespearean sonnet.
• william • shakespeare • glastonbury • valentine • summer
Stuart Buchanan MacWatt climbs to the sunlit top of Glastonbury Tor on Valentine's Day to survey the rich pattern of rural England spread below in the ancient valleys and dedicates a Shakespearean sonnet.
• william • shakespeare • glastonbury • valentine • summer
Memorial Day: Remembering Those Who Have Entered the Church Triumphant
A devotional for Memorial Day, based upon Brorson's hymn, "Behold A Host Arrayed in White." May this Memorial Day turn your tears of sorrow into hymns of joy in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ who has redeemed all people from sin, death, and Satan.
• host • white • church triumphant • church militant • death
A devotional for Memorial Day, based upon Brorson's hymn, "Behold A Host Arrayed in White." May this Memorial Day turn your tears of sorrow into hymns of joy in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ who has redeemed all people from sin, death, and Satan.
• host • white • church triumphant • church militant • death
Of The Father's Love Begotten
On the ninth day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor gave to me, a look at a Christmas hymn from ages past, "Of the Father's Love Begotten." Also included is a look at the hymn's author, Aurelius Clemens Prudentius.
• aurelius clemens prudentius • christmas • hymn • trinity • love
On the ninth day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor gave to me, a look at a Christmas hymn from ages past, "Of the Father's Love Begotten." Also included is a look at the hymn's author, Aurelius Clemens Prudentius.
• aurelius clemens prudentius • christmas • hymn • trinity • love
On Eagles' Wings
A look at a hymn in the new "Christian Worship: A Lutheran Hymnal" published by Northwestern Publishing House for the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS).
• eagle • wings • shine • son • christian
A look at a hymn in the new "Christian Worship: A Lutheran Hymnal" published by Northwestern Publishing House for the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS).
• eagle • wings • shine • son • christian
Reconnecting To Our Lutheran Musical Heritage
A testimonial about the effect the Lutheran liturgy has on one young man and how the liturgy and hymns help to proclaim the Gospel of Christ in our Sunday worship.
• hymn • liturgy • service • book • hymnal
A testimonial about the effect the Lutheran liturgy has on one young man and how the liturgy and hymns help to proclaim the Gospel of Christ in our Sunday worship.
• hymn • liturgy • service • book • hymnal
Review of The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming
A review of a new Lutheran hymnal, The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.
• lutherans • hymns • services
A review of a new Lutheran hymnal, The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.
• lutherans • hymns • services
Service Book and Hymnal (SBH): 41 Years later
A review of the venerable <I>Service Book and Hymnal</I>, used for many years in Lutheran circles, written by James Gerhardt Sucha.
• lutheran • hymn • hymnal • hymnody • service
A review of the venerable <I>Service Book and Hymnal</I>, used for many years in Lutheran circles, written by James Gerhardt Sucha.
• lutheran • hymn • hymnal • hymnody • service
Songs of Thankfulness and Praise
"Songs of Thankfulness and Praise" is primarily an Epiphany hymn, but why can we not be thankful for the Son of God made manifest every day of our life? His actions on our behalf give us reason for daily thanksgiving and thanks-living.
• christopher wordsworth • hymn • epiphany • "songs of thankfulness and praise" • london
"Songs of Thankfulness and Praise" is primarily an Epiphany hymn, but why can we not be thankful for the Son of God made manifest every day of our life? His actions on our behalf give us reason for daily thanksgiving and thanks-living.
• christopher wordsworth • hymn • epiphany • "songs of thankfulness and praise" • london
The Greatest Lutheran Composer
Guest columnist James Sucha, currently editor of "Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming," writes this tribute to Bach, and his contributions to Church music. Mr. Sucha has contributed previous articles to this site reviewing the "Service Book and Hymnal" and "Lutheran Book of Worship."
• johann • bach • lutheran • music • hymns
Guest columnist James Sucha, currently editor of "Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming," writes this tribute to Bach, and his contributions to Church music. Mr. Sucha has contributed previous articles to this site reviewing the "Service Book and Hymnal" and "Lutheran Book of Worship."
• johann • bach • lutheran • music • hymns
The Mouth of Fools Doth God Confess
Luther wrote a hymn using the word "fools," so what better piece of Lutherana to share than this hymn on this day of fools?
• fools • hymn • luther • music • theology
Luther wrote a hymn using the word "fools," so what better piece of Lutherana to share than this hymn on this day of fools?
• fools • hymn • luther • music • theology
The O Antiphons
Nothing is more lovely than to hear "O" Antiphons sung in the beautiful Gregorian Chant or the majestic Christmas carol, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel which is based on the "O" Antiphons...
• gregorian chants • religion • singing • songs • hymn
Nothing is more lovely than to hear "O" Antiphons sung in the beautiful Gregorian Chant or the majestic Christmas carol, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel which is based on the "O" Antiphons...
• gregorian chants • religion • singing • songs • hymn
The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming
A new hymnal that pays homage to a classic Lutheran hymnal, <I>The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming,</I> presently being prepared by James Sucha.
• service • book • hymnal • hymns • worship
A new hymnal that pays homage to a classic Lutheran hymnal, <I>The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming,</I> presently being prepared by James Sucha.
• service • book • hymnal • hymns • worship
This Far by Faith: An African American Resource for Worship
The new hymnal produced by Augsburg Fortress, <I>This Far by Faith</I>. This incorporates many styles and songs from the African-American community.
• luther • bugenhagen • african american • hymns • hymnal
The new hymnal produced by Augsburg Fortress, <I>This Far by Faith</I>. This incorporates many styles and songs from the African-American community.
• luther • bugenhagen • african american • hymns • hymnal
Ulrik Vilhelm Koren: Patriarch of Norwegian-American Lutherans
A brief look at U. V. Koren, leader of the Norwegian Lutherans. I served as vicar at two churches in Paint Creek, Iowa, which Dr. Koren founded (both members of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
• ulrik vilhelm koren • norwegian-american lutherans • iowa • minnesota • luther
A brief look at U. V. Koren, leader of the Norwegian Lutherans. I served as vicar at two churches in Paint Creek, Iowa, which Dr. Koren founded (both members of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
• ulrik vilhelm koren • norwegian-american lutherans • iowa • minnesota • luther
Christ the Lord is Risen Today
History of the sacred Easter hymn "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" written by the English greatest hymn-writer and evangelist Charles Wesley.
• christ the lord is risen today • charles wesley hymn • easter hymn • easter christian song • easter sacred song
History of the sacred Easter hymn "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" written by the English greatest hymn-writer and evangelist Charles Wesley.
• christ the lord is risen today • charles wesley hymn • easter hymn • easter christian song • easter sacred song
First Call: Rejoice
Mel Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall are back together again, for the first time in many years, as First Call for new CD, “Rejoice: An A Cappela Hymns Collection.”
• first call • rejoice • a cappela hymns • dick & mel tunney • bonnie keen
Mel Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall are back together again, for the first time in many years, as First Call for new CD, “Rejoice: An A Cappela Hymns Collection.”
• first call • rejoice • a cappela hymns • dick & mel tunney • bonnie keen
For the Beauty of the Earth
Famous sacred hymn of grateful praise written by Folliott Pierpoint and composed by Conrad Kocher.
• for the beauty of the earth • hymn writer folliott pierpoint of for the beauty o • composer of for the beauty of the earth • tune dix of for the beauty of the earth • hymn of grateful praise
Famous sacred hymn of grateful praise written by Folliott Pierpoint and composed by Conrad Kocher.
• for the beauty of the earth • hymn writer folliott pierpoint of for the beauty o • composer of for the beauty of the earth • tune dix of for the beauty of the earth • hymn of grateful praise
Handel's Hallelujah Chorus
Handel's Messiah is a story of resurrection. It is both the biblical story of Christ's life and resurrection on earth, and the story of Handel's return from oblivion.
• history of christmas carols • george frideric handel • the messiah • hallelujah chorus • christmas hymn
Handel's Messiah is a story of resurrection. It is both the biblical story of Christ's life and resurrection on earth, and the story of Handel's return from oblivion.
• history of christmas carols • george frideric handel • the messiah • hallelujah chorus • christmas hymn
Lord, keep us steadfast in Thy Word
As we enter a new year, century, and millenium, I thought I'd share this hymn written by Dr. Luther. May everyone have a Happy New Year filled with the grace of God, the grace that sent His Son to die for our sins.
• lord keep us steadfast in thy word • lutheran hymn • lutheran hymns • luther
As we enter a new year, century, and millenium, I thought I'd share this hymn written by Dr. Luther. May everyone have a Happy New Year filled with the grace of God, the grace that sent His Son to die for our sins.
• lord keep us steadfast in thy word • lutheran hymn • lutheran hymns • luther
Oh Come, All Ye Faithful Carol
The Christmas Carol that was once known as the Portuguese Hymn was written by Englishman John Francis Wade.
• history of christmas carols • christmas carol • christmas hymn • christmas song • adeste fideles
The Christmas Carol that was once known as the Portuguese Hymn was written by Englishman John Francis Wade.
• history of christmas carols • christmas carol • christmas hymn • christmas song • adeste fideles
The Hymnal: A Lutheran Legacy Through the Ages
A look at Lutheran hymnology, with special emphasis on American Lutheran Hymnals. This article looks at how the Lutheran church used hymns and hymnals as a tool of worship and praise and instruction.
• lutheranism • hymn • hymns • hymnal • service
A look at Lutheran hymnology, with special emphasis on American Lutheran Hymnals. This article looks at how the Lutheran church used hymns and hymnals as a tool of worship and praise and instruction.
• lutheranism • hymn • hymns • hymnal • service
Angels from the Realms of Glory
Learn about this popular and classic carol heralding Christ's birth with the joyous refrain "Come and worship! Come and worship!"
• history of christmas carols • history of christmas hymns and carols • angels from the realms of glory • moravian christmas hymn • moravian christmas carol
Learn about this popular and classic carol heralding Christ's birth with the joyous refrain "Come and worship! Come and worship!"
• history of christmas carols • history of christmas hymns and carols • angels from the realms of glory • moravian christmas hymn • moravian christmas carol
The Hymn Come, Come Ye Saints
The song set to the tune of an English folk song has been adopted by Mormons as the way that they choose to sing about themselves.
• come come ye saints • mormon hymns • lds hymns • singles ward • signature mormon hymn
The song set to the tune of an English folk song has been adopted by Mormons as the way that they choose to sing about themselves.
• come come ye saints • mormon hymns • lds hymns • singles ward • signature mormon hymn
Joy to the World Christmas Carol
Written by Isaac Watts and tune adapted from Handel's "Messiah" by Lowell Mason, this Advent and Christmas carol remains one of the best-known and best-loved songs.
• joy to the world • the lord is come • let earth receive her king • isaac watts • lowell mason
Written by Isaac Watts and tune adapted from Handel's "Messiah" by Lowell Mason, this Advent and Christmas carol remains one of the best-known and best-loved songs.
• joy to the world • the lord is come • let earth receive her king • isaac watts • lowell mason
GMA Winner Bart Millard
Bart Millard’s “Hymned” tied up with Amy Grant’s “Rock of Ages” album for GMA 2006 Inspirational Album of the Year. Both were great, but Bart’s is edgier.
• bart millard • gma 2006 inspirational album of the year • tie with amy grant • "hymned" • mercy me
Bart Millard’s “Hymned” tied up with Amy Grant’s “Rock of Ages” album for GMA 2006 Inspirational Album of the Year. Both were great, but Bart’s is edgier.
• bart millard • gma 2006 inspirational album of the year • tie with amy grant • "hymned" • mercy me