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Hymn of the Week

For many of us, the loss of congregational singing is a regrettable consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

So that we may continue to be enriched by our hymnody, this weekly column will examine a hymn which is appropriate for the Sunday following its publication.

We are grateful to the Rev. Brooke Myers for curating this wonderful new resource!


Hymn of the Week: September 12

Hymn of the Week: September 12

It may seem odd to sing a hymn about Jesus’ crucifixion in early September, Lent being months away, but O Sacred Head Sore Wounded would not be an inappropriate choice for this coming Sunday. The Rev. Brooke Myers explains in our Hymn of the Week.

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Hymn of the Week: September 5

Hymn of the Week: September 5

Holy Communion Music Director Mary Chapman introduces us to shape-notes in this week's Hymn of the Week.

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Hymn of the Week: August 29

Hymn of the Week: August 29

This week's hymn was written in 1865 and now is set to two different tunes. Robert Lehman, organist and choirmaster at St. Michael & St. George, gives us more history on this uplifting hymn.

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Hymn of the Week: August 22

Hymn of the Week: August 22

This week's hymn was written by the first woman to attain a full professorship in an American theological seminary. David Sinden, organist and director of music at St. Peter's in Ladue, takes a closer look at a hymn that continues our "bread of life" theme from the past several weeks.

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Hymn of the Week: August 15

Hymn of the Week: August 15

This week's hymn has its roots in poetry and Roman Catholicism. Pat Partridge from Christ Church Cathedral provides the history.

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Hymn of the Week: August 8

Hymn of the Week: August 8

The writer of this week's featured hymn originally threw her song in the garbage. Luckily someone took it out and now it's one of our most loved anthems. The Rev. Brooke Myers has the story.

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Hymn of the Week: August 1

Hymn of the Week: August 1

This week's hymn evokes the deep, abiding joy and love that comes with Holy Communion and the prospect of becoming one with Christ. Mary Chapman, Music Director at Holy Communion, explains.

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Hymn of the Week: July 25

Hymn of the Week: July 25

Robert Lehman, organist and choirmaster at St. Michael & St. George, explains how this week's hymn explores the meaning of Holy Communion and builds on the theme of community.

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Hymn of the Week: July 18

Hymn of the Week: July 18

David Sinden, music director at St. Peter's in Ladue, gives us a better understanding of "Shepherd of souls, refresh and bless."

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Hymn of the Week: July 11

Hymn of the Week: July 11

The Rev. Brooke Myers discusses a hymn written specifically for a baptism and focuses on our mission to make known the love of God.


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