hymns

We have not had a thread of favorite hymns and spiritual music for a while. Inspired by the video below, I thought I would try starting one. "This is my song", using the tune of Finlandia by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, is a popular hymn in UU circles. I have sung it many times and I think I...

In another thread, the topic of hymns with theological depth came up, which raised an interesting sidelight that I think may be worth exploring. So here goes: What is theological depth in a hymn or song? What hymns do you consider to have such depth or grounding? Are there any songs/hymns...

It's a bit early but I saw this absolutely adorable video and couldn't resist using it to get our Christmas music thread booted up. Giorgio Michael is the eldest of the three children of Gianni and Sarah of Walk Off the Earth, and the band all appear in the video (Santa is one of them) hence...

The first Sunday that is Advent 1, is Dec.3. Is Advent a time of year that you observe in any way. ? Does your church observe with hangings, banners, Advent wreath and lighting of candles? Do you sing Advent hymns or Christmas hymns? Do you have a pink candle on the third Sunday and blue or...