Author: Sandi Parks

This time-honored Fanny Crosby text is paired with the beloved Swedish tune BLOTT EN DAG and given an elegant, reflective treatment. The lyrical choral writing brings new meaning and depth to these classic words that follow the believer’s walk with God. Mary McDonald’s setting is practical, elegant and lovely. Not to be missed!

The timeless lyrics of this classic hymn are joined with a joyful original melody with a light Celtic lilt, bringing a contemporary flavor to a well-loved historic text. Accessible and fun to sing, with optional parts for violin and hand drum. Fresh and different!

This bright and upbeat arrangement of Mary Haugen’s well-loved You Are Salt for the Earth features a delightful keyboard accompaniment which provides a joyful backdrop to the very accessible choral writing. Quoting the words of Jesus found in Matthew 5:13, this anthem of encouragement is fitting for any service that focuses on missions, outreach, or discipleship.

This is a lively, celebratory anthem based on Psalm 100, appropriate for general use, during the Thanksgiving season, or for a Music Dedication service. Accompaniment may be provided by organ or piano with optional brass (two trumpets, three trombones, optional horn) and timpani. Festive!

Fred Pratt Green’s text, For the Fruit of All Creation, begins with traditional Thanksgiving themes but then goes beyond that, gradually incorporating themes of stewardship, interdependence, and ecological responsibility. Russel Schulz-Widmar has set these words to the traditional Welsh melody AR HYD Y NOS, arranged for SAB choir and six handbells. The music begins simply and builds gently as the text unfolds.