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CRUCIFIED FORSAKEN

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

This lush anthem captures the inner pathos, the sense of sorrow and loss of that fateful day on Calvarys mount. Crucified, forsaken, for our sins was taken, died on earth that we might live. Crucified, that we might live. The cascading vocal lines and punctuating bass voices exemplify the falling tears and hammer-driven nails - […]

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SOFTLY AS A DOVE

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

This beautiful work is perfect for those quiet, reflective times during the Christmas season. Once again, Charlotte Lee has penned the perfect text, expressing Gods simple truth - that this Holy Vessel of Gods love came to us not in pomp, not in splendor, but softly…as a dove. The melodic introduction of Picardy (Let All […]

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LOVE NEVER FAILS

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

What a perfect match! Bachs famous Air on the G String combines with the familiar text from I Corinthians 13 to create a fresh look at those age-old words. This absolutely gorgeous setting has been made popular by recording artist Jim Brickman.
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WHO AM I

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

From the Contemporary Christian group Plus One comes this inspiring, uplifting message: Who am I, that You know me by name, that You call me friend? Who am I without Your love? I cannot breathe without Your touch. For me You came to die, Who am I?
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GUIDE MY FEET

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

Hopsons lively setting of this African-American spiritual is taken from hi s popular A Festival of Hymns: The Writers Tell Their Stories. It is guaran teed to get your congregation on its feet!
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IN THE SHADOW OF THE PALMS

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

This moving work captures all the majesty and excitement of Palm Sunday whi le alluding to the hidden meaning behind the palms, soon to be revealed as Gods plan unfolds. Today Jerusalem joyously welcomes its King, but in the shadow of the palms evil hands lie in wait. Truly a must for Holy Week!
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CELTIC BLESSING, A

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

With hints of the folk tune, Sally Garden, and the familiar words of the Gaelic blessing, Doug Wagner has created a moving benediction for any servi ce of worship. Available in two voicings, this tender blessing is certain t o become a favorite of choirs and congregations alike.
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JESU JOY OF CHRISTMAS

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

Why didnt anyone think of this before? Greg Gilpin ingeniously united trad itional carols around what is arguably Bachs most famous work. This effort less setting will require minimum rehearsal time (always a plus during the busy Christmas season) and yet will be pleasing to choirs and congregations alike.
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O COME O COME EMMANUEL

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

Ruth Elaine Schram weds the traditional Advent text with the folk tune Wal y, Waly to create this beautiful plea for our Savior to come.
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JESU JOY OF CHRISTMAS

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

Why didnt anyone think of this before? Greg Gilpin ingeniously united trad itional carols around what is arguably Bachs most famous work. This effort less setting will require minimum rehearsal time (always a plus during the busy Christmas season) and yet will be pleasing to choirs and congregations alike.
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