• Psalm 80: O Faithful Shepherd

    Psalm 80: O Faithful Shepherd

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    Psalm 80’s vine imagery is connected with Jesus’ words, “I am the Vine,” giving new life to an overlooked, but beautifully singable Genevan tune.

  • Psalm 81: Sing to God Our Strength

    Psalm 81: Sing to God Our Strength

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    Psalm 81 should be sung more often. In this song, the Psalm’s opening music images take center stage and the more Israel-specific latter verses are recast in a way that modern worshipers can sing them authentically. The song can be sung in both a pop/praise style and as more of a straight hymn, like it is in the demo above. If you’re interested in reading an article that includes this hymn, visit Call to Worship.

  • Psalm 93: Lifted Up

    Psalm 93: Lifted Up

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    Psalm 93 speaks of God’s majesty, portraying the sea and crashing waves as praising God. Still, as mighty as the sea is, God is mightier still. It is breathtaking imagery.

    This hymn is a free download. If you sing this song in your church, please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense. 

  • Psalm 99: All the Nations Tremble

    Psalm 99: All the Nations Tremble

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    Psalm 99 is a vision of God on the heavenly throne, surrounded by the mighty cherubim. In this vision, God’s feet rest on the earth— on Zion, to be exact. The temple in Zion was seen as the epicenter of God’s presence on earth. From there, God’s blessings spread throughout the whole world. The rest of the Psalm counts these blessings: justice, answered prayer, and forgiveness.

    This hymn is a free download. If you sing this song in your church, please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense. 

  • Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart

    Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart

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    What I like most about this hymn tune is that it twists, turns, and teeters on the edge of chaos without ever losing its melodic momentum. I would be very pleased to turn this into a festive choral anthem with organ and brass. If your church commissions it, you get to name the hymn tune! Alternately, if you want to write a new hymn text (6.6.8.6 with refrain) to this tune, I’d be happy to collaborate with you.

    This hymn is a free download. If you sing this song in your church please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense.

  • Savior of the Nations, Come (Nun Komm, Der Heiden Heiland) – string orchestra

    Savior of the Nations, Come (Nun Komm, Der Heiden Heiland) – string orchestra

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    This theme and variations for string orchestra was commissioned by Carlos Colón for a 2017 Advent service at Baylor University. The stout hymn tune Nun Komm, Der Heiden Heiland is stated, then volleyed back and forth between different sections of the string orchestra. It could be used as a stand-alone concert piece or used as a prelude or instrumental selection in a worship setting. It is especially appropriate for Advent and Lessons and Carols services.

    Score and orchestral parts for violin 1+2, viola, cello, and bass. Purchase price allows you to print as many copies as you need for your ensemble.

  • Semper Reformanda

    Semper Reformanda

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    This was a first attempt at a song for the World Council of Reformed Churches 2017 General Council. Since this song went unused (“Renew Us, O God” was chosen) I would love to see the tune used with a new text.

    This hymn is a free download. If you sing this song in your church please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense.

  • Seven Last Words: 5. May We Thirst in You

    Seven Last Words: 5. May We Thirst in You

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    From the cross, the One who described himself as Living Water asks for a drink. “I thirst.” This simple sentence says so much: Christ was not spared from his thirst and we shouldn’t expect to be, either. Instead, our journey will be one of both thirsting and quenching, peace and restlessness, fulfillment and yearning.

    This leadsheet is a free download. If you sing this song in your church please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense.

  • Seven Last Words: 7. It Is Finished!

    Seven Last Words: 7. It Is Finished!

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    “It is finished” were the final words Christ uttered as he died. It is important to note that the word he used is not one that means “That’s it–I’m done” but a word of completion. His work complete, he gave himself over to death.

    The crux of Christianity (pun intended) is Christ’s work on the cross. Let’s rest entirely on Christ for our salvation and life.

    This leadsheet is a free download. If you sing this song in your church please report its use to CCLI or OneLicense.

  • Speak Sabbath O'er My Soul

    Speak Sabbath O’er My Soul

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    With echoes of Sibelius’ “Be Still My Soul,” “Speak Sabbath O’er My Soul” positions Sabbath as something life-giving that God does for us rather than a teeth-gritting discipline we do for God.

    Piano accompaniment with SATB voice parts