Articles related to "Hymns"
The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) 21 Years Later
A review of <I>The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW)</I> by James Gerhardt Sucha. Mr. Sucha is the editor of a hymnal in progess, entitled <I>Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.</I>
lutheran • hymnal • worship • lcms • alc
A review of <I>The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW)</I> by James Gerhardt Sucha. Mr. Sucha is the editor of a hymnal in progess, entitled <I>Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.</I>
lutheran • hymnal • worship • lcms • alc
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
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
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.
count your blessings • count gratitude hymn • thanksgiving • gratefulness count • counting blessings song
History of the finest thanksgiving hymn "Count Your Blessings," and brief biographies of hymn-writer Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composer Edwin Excell.
count your blessings • count gratitude hymn • thanksgiving • gratefulness count • counting blessings song
The King of Love My Shepherd Is
Notes on the hymn "The King of Love My Shepherd Is" text by Henry W. Baker, based on the Shepherd Psalm, of an ancient Irish melody.
the king of love my shepherd is hymn • henry w baker shepherd hymn • notes king of love hymn • henry williams baker biography • writer of king of love shepherd is
Notes on the hymn "The King of Love My Shepherd Is" text by Henry W. Baker, based on the Shepherd Psalm, of an ancient Irish melody.
the king of love my shepherd is hymn • henry w baker shepherd hymn • notes king of love hymn • henry williams baker biography • writer of king of love shepherd is
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
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
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
Softly and Tenderly Hymn
Notes on the hymn "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling" written and composed by Will L. Thompson.
softly and tenderly • softly and tenderly hymn • notes on softly and tenderly • softly and tenderly jesus is calling • will thompson softly and tenderly
Notes on the hymn "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling" written and composed by Will L. Thompson.
softly and tenderly • softly and tenderly hymn • notes on softly and tenderly • softly and tenderly jesus is calling • will thompson softly and tenderly
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
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
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
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
Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
Notes on the hymn "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past" written by Isaac Watts, music by William Croft, tune name "St. Anne" with Scripture reference, Psalm 90.
our god our help in ages past • notes on hymn our god our help • our hope for years to come • tune name st anne • and our eternal home
Notes on the hymn "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past" written by Isaac Watts, music by William Croft, tune name "St. Anne" with Scripture reference, Psalm 90.
our god our help in ages past • notes on hymn our god our help • our hope for years to come • tune name st anne • and our eternal home
The Lutheran Liturgy
A look at the components of the Lutheran worship service, a service that dates back to the synagogue services before Christ.
lutheran • worship • order • hymn • hymns
A look at the components of the Lutheran worship service, a service that dates back to the synagogue services before Christ.
lutheran • worship • order • hymn • hymns
History of It is Well with My Soul
Brief biography of Christian lawyer Horatio G. Spafford and the history of the inspiring hymn he wrote, "It is Well with My Soul."
it is well with my soul • history of it is well with my soul • horatio spafford • praise worship music • philip bliss well with my soul
Brief biography of Christian lawyer Horatio G. Spafford and the history of the inspiring hymn he wrote, "It is Well with My Soul."
it is well with my soul • history of it is well with my soul • horatio spafford • praise worship music • philip bliss well with my soul
Be Still My Soul Spiritual History
Brief biography of hymn-writer Katharine von Schlegel and history of spiritual revival hymn "Be Still, My Soul" (Finlandia).
be still my soul • jean sibelius • tune finlandia be still my soul • christian hymn • katharine von schlegel
Brief biography of hymn-writer Katharine von Schlegel and history of spiritual revival hymn "Be Still, My Soul" (Finlandia).
be still my soul • jean sibelius • tune finlandia be still my soul • christian hymn • katharine von schlegel
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
The Origins of Silent Night
Some consider the traditional account of the origins of Silent Night to be a legend while others believe it to be true. The story of the well-known carol is fascinating.
history of christmas carols • silent night • silent night holy night • joseph mohr • franz bruber
Some consider the traditional account of the origins of Silent Night to be a legend while others believe it to be true. The story of the well-known carol is fascinating.
history of christmas carols • silent night • silent night holy night • joseph mohr • franz bruber
He Leadeth Me, O Blessed Thought
Notes on the hymn "He Leadeth Me" written by Joseph Gilmore and composed by William Bradbury, with Scripture reference, Psalm 23, The Shepherd Psalm.
he leadeth me • joseph gilmore he leadeth me • hymn he leadeth me • hymnwriter gilmore he leadeth me • composer he leadeth me
Notes on the hymn "He Leadeth Me" written by Joseph Gilmore and composed by William Bradbury, with Scripture reference, Psalm 23, The Shepherd Psalm.
he leadeth me • joseph gilmore he leadeth me • hymn he leadeth me • hymnwriter gilmore he leadeth me • composer he leadeth me
Inner City Mission Retreat
A brief overview of WELS Inner City Ministry Retreat.
lutheran • inner • city • retreat • multi
A brief overview of WELS Inner City Ministry Retreat.
lutheran • inner • city • retreat • multi
Amy Grant GMA Tie
The GMA 2006 Inspirational Album of the Year? An interesting tie between Amy Grant and Bart Millard. I thought both albums were great; see “Rock of Ages” review here.
amy grant • "rock of ages- hymns & faith" • 2006 gma inspirational album of the year • christian music • christian pop music
The GMA 2006 Inspirational Album of the Year? An interesting tie between Amy Grant and Bart Millard. I thought both albums were great; see “Rock of Ages” review here.
amy grant • "rock of ages- hymns & faith" • 2006 gma inspirational album of the year • christian music • christian pop music
Samuel Sebastian Wesley Biography
Biography of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, the greatest sacred music composer and organist of his time, famous for tune Aurelia.
samuel sebastian wesley • wesley aurelia • samuel sebastian wesley biography • samuel s composer organist • samuel sebastian wesley sacred hymns
Biography of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, the greatest sacred music composer and organist of his time, famous for tune Aurelia.
samuel sebastian wesley • wesley aurelia • samuel sebastian wesley biography • samuel s composer organist • samuel sebastian wesley sacred hymns
Now Thank We All Our God
The story behind the famous hymn, popular in Lutheran circles. While played mainly at Thanksgiving, does remind us daily of all we have to be thankful of despite trials and tribulations around us.
martin • rinkart • thirty • years' • war
The story behind the famous hymn, popular in Lutheran circles. While played mainly at Thanksgiving, does remind us daily of all we have to be thankful of despite trials and tribulations around us.
martin • rinkart • thirty • years' • war
The Book of Common Prayer - Part II
Continuing in the series, this article focuses on the central worship service of Anglicans, the Holy Eucharist. A brief explanation is given regarding the two versions of the services, Rite I and Rite II.
book of common prayer • anglican • episcopal • anglican communion • ecusa
Continuing in the series, this article focuses on the central worship service of Anglicans, the Holy Eucharist. A brief explanation is given regarding the two versions of the services, Rite I and Rite II.
book of common prayer • anglican • episcopal • anglican communion • ecusa
American Composer: Julia Ward Howe
The life, times and accomplishments of one of America's most brilliant and patriotic women.
julia ward howe • the civil war • the free soil party • abolitonist movement • samuel gridley howe
The life, times and accomplishments of one of America's most brilliant and patriotic women.
julia ward howe • the civil war • the free soil party • abolitonist movement • samuel gridley howe
Keith & Kristyn Getty Interview
You may think you don't know Keith & Kristyn Getty, the Irish modern-day hymnists who released "In Christ Alone" in February, but chances are you do know their music.
keith & kristyn getty interview • in christ alone • fernando ortega • amazing grace movie • michael card
You may think you don't know Keith & Kristyn Getty, the Irish modern-day hymnists who released "In Christ Alone" in February, but chances are you do know their music.
keith & kristyn getty interview • in christ alone • fernando ortega • amazing grace movie • michael card
Happy Independence Days!
national holidays and anthems of the world and patriotic music
a musical look at national holidays and anthems of • plus other patriotic music.
national holidays and anthems of the world and patriotic music
a musical look at national holidays and anthems of • plus other patriotic music.
Slovak Mass and Easter Customs
A "Slovak Mass and Easter Customs Breakfast." occurs each year at Prince of Peace parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on the Saturday prior to Palm Sunday.
easter • customs • slovakia • mass • traditions
A "Slovak Mass and Easter Customs Breakfast." occurs each year at Prince of Peace parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on the Saturday prior to Palm Sunday.
easter • customs • slovakia • mass • traditions
Beyond The Sunset: Brocks
Inspired history of the gospel song 'Beyond the Sunset, O Blissful Morning' and brief biography of hymn-writer Virgil Brock and his wife Blanche, who composed it.
beyond the sunset • virgil brock • blanche kerr brock • horace burr • warsaw-winona lake cemetery
Inspired history of the gospel song 'Beyond the Sunset, O Blissful Morning' and brief biography of hymn-writer Virgil Brock and his wife Blanche, who composed it.
beyond the sunset • virgil brock • blanche kerr brock • horace burr • warsaw-winona lake cemetery
Album Reviews E-F
Continuing our coverage of current album reviews of all of your favorite Christian bands, from E through F, that is.
echoing angels • enter the worship circle • erin hutchinson • eowyn • evansong rising
Continuing our coverage of current album reviews of all of your favorite Christian bands, from E through F, that is.
echoing angels • enter the worship circle • erin hutchinson • eowyn • evansong rising
Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Notes on the hymn "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" written by John Fawcett, 1740, composed by Hans G. Naegeli, and arranged by Lowell Mason in 1845. Tune Name is "Dennis."
blest be the tie that binds • john fawcett wrote tie that binds • tune name dennis blest be tie that binds • hans naegeli composer blest be • lowell mason arranged blest be tie binds
Notes on the hymn "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" written by John Fawcett, 1740, composed by Hans G. Naegeli, and arranged by Lowell Mason in 1845. Tune Name is "Dennis."
blest be the tie that binds • john fawcett wrote tie that binds • tune name dennis blest be tie that binds • hans naegeli composer blest be • lowell mason arranged blest be tie binds
Great is Thy Faithfulness
Profiles the popular sacred song "Great is Thy Faithfulness" and brief biography of text author Thomas Chisholm. Music is composed by William Runyan.
great is thy faithfulness • thomas chisholm • william m. runyan • chisholm sunday school times • chisholm moody monthly
Profiles the popular sacred song "Great is Thy Faithfulness" and brief biography of text author Thomas Chisholm. Music is composed by William Runyan.
great is thy faithfulness • thomas chisholm • william m. runyan • chisholm sunday school times • chisholm moody monthly
Speak To My Heart
"I want to make God proud of me. I want God to look at me and smile...to trust me with exactly what He tells me to do. I want to be just like Him...to have His heart for people, His compassion. I want to see people and have my heart break and minister Jesus to them. I could care less about fame." - Donnie McClurkin
donnie mcclurkin • debut cd • review
"I want to make God proud of me. I want God to look at me and smile...to trust me with exactly what He tells me to do. I want to be just like Him...to have His heart for people, His compassion. I want to see people and have my heart break and minister Jesus to them. I could care less about fame." - Donnie McClurkin
donnie mcclurkin • debut cd • review
John Keats Bio, Poetry, and Poems
Biography of John Keats, one of the world's best poets.
john keats • john keats poems • john keats poetry • john keats ode on a grecian urn • john keats books
Biography of John Keats, one of the world's best poets.
john keats • john keats poems • john keats poetry • john keats ode on a grecian urn • john keats books
The Secret Shame of Penny Lane
Beatles fans flock to Liverpool from all over the world just to stand in the famous Penny Lane, though very few will know why it is called that.
penny lane • liverpool • slave trade • wealth • abolition
Beatles fans flock to Liverpool from all over the world just to stand in the famous Penny Lane, though very few will know why it is called that.
penny lane • liverpool • slave trade • wealth • abolition
Rama Navami: The Birthday of Rama
The beautiful hymn written by Tulsidas Goswami has become extremely popular. But it points to issues from Hinduism that we seem to have forgotten in our devotional fervor
rama navami • rama • incarnation • vishnu • hindu calendar
The beautiful hymn written by Tulsidas Goswami has become extremely popular. But it points to issues from Hinduism that we seem to have forgotten in our devotional fervor
rama navami • rama • incarnation • vishnu • hindu calendar
San Francisco Symphony CD Review
The works of Steve Reich and John Adams come together in this brilliantly performed album, the perfect introduction to minimalism.
steve reich • john adams • san francisco symphony • edo de waart • shaker loops
The works of Steve Reich and John Adams come together in this brilliantly performed album, the perfect introduction to minimalism.
steve reich • john adams • san francisco symphony • edo de waart • shaker loops
New Direction
Coming May 23rd from New Direction, “Send the Praise,” live from Chicago’s St. Mark’s Cathedral, is full of soulful energy and passion.
new direction • send the praise • chicago gospel • 2004 stellar choir of the year • i came to jesus
Coming May 23rd from New Direction, “Send the Praise,” live from Chicago’s St. Mark’s Cathedral, is full of soulful energy and passion.
new direction • send the praise • chicago gospel • 2004 stellar choir of the year • i came to jesus
Easters Spirit; Past Present and Future
I know the spirits of the past present and future usually show up at Christmas. Well, this year they are going to help me get into the Easter spirit. Yes, there is an Easter spirit, and I’ve got it. Both spiritual and festively.
religon • catholic • easter • christian • fictional story
I know the spirits of the past present and future usually show up at Christmas. Well, this year they are going to help me get into the Easter spirit. Yes, there is an Easter spirit, and I’ve got it. Both spiritual and festively.
religon • catholic • easter • christian • fictional story
TALES...LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letters to the Editor (and other odds and ends)
texas culture • letters • editor
Letters to the Editor (and other odds and ends)
texas culture • letters • editor
Album Reviews Pt 2
More of our compilation of recent album reviews of your favorite Christian artists, up-and-comers, and new bands you’re sure to love.
dalton • the longing • sara groves • neah lee • eowyn
More of our compilation of recent album reviews of your favorite Christian artists, up-and-comers, and new bands you’re sure to love.
dalton • the longing • sara groves • neah lee • eowyn
Album Reviews, C
More current reviews of your favorite artists starting with C.
caitlyn evanson • candlefuse • candy pearson-shelton • carolyn arends • casting crowns
More current reviews of your favorite artists starting with C.
caitlyn evanson • candlefuse • candy pearson-shelton • carolyn arends • casting crowns
Avalon For Freedom
The award-winning vocal group Avalon has recorded “For Freedom,” in tribute to American soldiers past and present.
avalon • for freedom • we will stand • the creed • stand
The award-winning vocal group Avalon has recorded “For Freedom,” in tribute to American soldiers past and present.
avalon • for freedom • we will stand • the creed • stand
Chris Mason: Songs One Through Six
Chris Mason's "Songs One Through Six" is an indie EP you can sink your teeth into, staying with you for days, disturbing your breakfast and haunting you into the night.
chris mason • songs one through six • andrew osenga • cason cooley • christian indie music
Chris Mason's "Songs One Through Six" is an indie EP you can sink your teeth into, staying with you for days, disturbing your breakfast and haunting you into the night.
chris mason • songs one through six • andrew osenga • cason cooley • christian indie music
The Longing: Sincere Worship
“If there was one thing I could tell you about The Longing it would be this: our single desire as a band is to be worshippers.” The band’s website welcome says it all.
the longing • indelible • jason ingram • christy nockels • christian worship music
“If there was one thing I could tell you about The Longing it would be this: our single desire as a band is to be worshippers.” The band’s website welcome says it all.
the longing • indelible • jason ingram • christy nockels • christian worship music
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