A Service of Morning Prayer for Those Who Make Music
A service of morning prayer designed with musicians, composers and worship leaders in mind.
June 1, 2005
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2 min read
Song Written in Response to a Hurricane
This song, "God of Nature, at whose Voice the Waves and Winds Must Now Obey," was written in response to Hurricane Katrina, however, it is a fitting response to any times of natural disaster.
June 1, 2005
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1 min read
Songs of Comfort and Trust in Times of Tragedy
A list of songs to consider for worship services in times of hardship and tragedy. These songs range from prayers and pleas for help to cries of pain and lament.
June 1, 2005
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1 min read
Making Music to the Lord: Commissioning of Worship/Music Ministry Staff - Psalm 27
This service plan focuses on the importance of the music ministry in the life of the church and the proper commissioning of those who serve in these ministries.
June 1, 2005
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12 min read
From the Heart to the Heavens
A hymn festival service plan with tips and citations for finding and producing each song.
June 1, 2005
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1 min read
Songs of Comfort and Trust in Times of Natural Disasters
A list of songs of comfort and trust to be sung in times of natural disaster.
June 1, 2005
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1 min read
Fourteen Tips to Consider Before You Try Writing a Hymn Text
In his lectures and seminars on hymn writing, Carl P. Daw, Jr., executive director of The Hymn Society in the U.S. and Canada, offers these tips for beginners.
April 30, 2005
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5 min read
Hymn Writing Is Alive and Well
If you think hymns are so last century, and praise songs are totally where it's at now, Carl P. Daw, Jr. begs to differ. A feature story exploring how hymn writing is alive and well today.
April 30, 2005
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8 min read
Choral Anthems: Fitting great texts to wonderful tunes
It feels off to hear a song about suffering-with upbeat rhythms and in a major key. Other new songs use mixed metaphors or trite emotionalisms. That's why choral directors search for anthems that make a meaningful match between words and music. A feature story exploring fitting texts to tunes in choral anthems.
February 4, 2005
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8 min read
Drumming in Worship: Experiencing God's heartbeat
What is it about percussion that appeals to worshipers in so many cultures? How does drumming together help Christians build community?
November 29, 2004
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11 min read
Children's Choirs Shape Worship Habits
Many adults find that their children's choir experience instilled a homing instinct that brings them back to church. A feature story exploring the importance of Children's Choirs for spiritual formation.
November 12, 2004
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12 min read
Are You Selling Youth Short?
Do the words "pizza" and "Bible study" define your church's idea of youth ministry better than the phrases "mentoring younger kids" and "leading worship" do? A feature story about a new way to lead youth ministry.
April 30, 2004
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4 min read
