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From the successful cantata Legacy of Faith comes this driving acclamation of purpose and promises fulfilled. Adapting scripture from the writings of Paul, we are reminded by the writers to live a lif...

J. Paul Williams and Joseph Martin collaborate to give churches the quintessential blended worship anthem for Thanksgiving. The use of Rejoice, the Lord Is King, the classic hymn by Charles Wesley, wi...

A dramatic choral flourish calls this noble general use anthem to purpose. We are reminded to lift our praise as one to the creator. The theme of unity makes this excellent for Reformation Sunday; how...

The world lost one of the great pioneers in sacred music when John W. Peterson passed away this past year. Tom Fettke has provided a loving tribute to this music legend that inspired a generation of c...

This old hymn gets a praise-lift with Patti Drennan's soulful approach. This could be something very different for All Saints' Day or for evangelical gatherings. People love this hymn and it seems to...

Nancy Price takes a classic sacred text and contemporizes it while adding her own creative observations about the nature of having a grateful heart. Don Besig captures the traditional/contemporary dua...

Here is a challenge of faith that can be useful many times of the year and for many liturgical purposes. Joining classic words with new thoughts and music, this sturdy and rhythmic song asks us to be...

James Koerts provides us with a contemplative musical commentary on a classic hymn text in his latest creation. His expressive melody cradles this moving portrait of the cross while rich harmonies pro...

For an increasing number of congregations, there is a special emphasis on the Christian response to protecting the environment and this new innovative Choplin work embraces that concern. Written as a...

Recalling the final moments of Jesus's life, this powerful and introspective choral is a compelling choice for Holy Week programming. Poetic text painting weaves an atmosphere of mystery and sadness a...

There is majesty in the music fabric of this general praise anthem. Full, rich chords present the choir an opportunity to fully explore the color potential of their sound and the special harmonic mome...

Here is a thoughtful choice for Lenten services that draws upon the themes of repentance and redemption. Attractive music decorates this thoughtful text giving choirs a true 'lesson in song' for worsh...

An exquisite melody is joined with Paul Williams's inspired message of commitment and the results are stunning. A beautiful thought for anytime, but especially effective when a church is defining its...

This much beloved text celebrating the scope of creation has endeared itself to generations of composers and singers alike. Benji Harlan delivers a delightful new interpretation of these classic senti...

One of the all-time most requested hymns is lovingly presented by one of America's greatest arrangers. Robert Sterling creates an amazing variety of colors and emotions in this must-do hymn adaptation...

This choral is a pleasing mixture of old and new material gathered around the timeless themes of grace and mercy. There is also a communion text for use during Lord's Supper commemorations. The winsom...

Welcome James Barnard to our family of writers with this wonderful anthem of power and majesty. This anthem reminds us that we are loved with an unfailing love and affirms our faith with music of conf...

There is heavenly music all around us in the voice of creation, in the gentle sounds of friendships and family and in the songs of our faith. An ideal choice for music appreciation Sunday, this piece...

From the best-selling cantata Testament of Praise, comes this beloved hymn by Charles Wesley. An exalted text encompasses the very heart of the faith reminding us of God's love and matchless grace. A...

This new praise song is a jubilant celebration of the first order. Written with an exciting and confident gesture, this general-use octavo is a glorious way to begin a worship service or to punctuate...

Here is a modern text inviting all to take the living bread and wine and to know the goodness of the Lord. Set by the composer as a lyrically flowing song of worship, this anthem is ideal to accompany...

When we give our thanks, we must also live our thanks is the theme of this singular Thanksgiving anthem. Beautiful melodic lines lift this thought effectively and the well-crafted piano writing help w...

For Stewardship Sunday or Reformation you would be hard pressed to find a more appropriate text than this new collaboration between two of the nation's most published writers. Larson's regal themes an...

Here is a powerful anthem perfect for general use or more specifically for Epiphany. Incorporating the classic hymn How Brightly Shines the Morning Star, this anthem is a celebration of our journey of...

A contemporary evergreen receives special treatment from Benjamin Harlan giving choirs everywhere a chance to sing the song made famous by contemporary recording artist Steve Green. Appropriate for Ad...