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The First Nowell

Meter: Irregular Appears in 396 hymnals First Line: The first Nowell, the angel did say Refrain First Line: Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Nowell Lyrics: 1 The first Nowell, the angel did say, Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay; In fields where they lay keeping their sheep, On a cold winter's night that was so deep. Refrain: Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Born is the King of Israel. 2 They looked up and saw a star Shining in the east, beyond them far; And to the earth it gave great light, And so it continued both day and night. [Refrain] 3 And by the light of that same star Three wise came from country far; To seek for a king was their intent, And to follow the star wherever it went. [Refrain] 4 This star drew nigh to the northwest, O'er Bethlehem it took its rest; And there it did both stop and stay, Right over the place where Jesus lay. [Refrain] 5 Then entered in those wise men three, Full rev'rently upon the knee, And offered there, in his presence, Their gold and myrrh and frankincense. [Refrain] 6 Then let us all with one accord Sing praises to ur heavenly Lord; Who with the Father we adore And Spirit blest for evermore. [Refrain] Topics: Epiphany; Christmas Season; Epiphany Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 Used With Tune: THE FIRST NOWELL Text Sources: English Carol, 17th C.

As with Gladness Men of Old

Author: William C. Dix Meter: 7.7.7.7.7.7 Appears in 636 hymnals Lyrics: 1 As with gladness men of old Did the guiding star behold; As with joy they hailed its light, Leading onward, beaming bright; So, most glorious Lord, may we Evermore your splendor see. 2 As with joyful steps they sped To that lowly manger-bed, There to bend the knee before Christ whom heaven and earth adore; So may we with hurried pace Run to seek your throne of grace. 3 As they offered gifts most rare At that manger crude and bare; So may we this holy day, Drawn to you without delay, All our costliest treasures bring, Christ, to you, our heavenly King. 4 Christ Redeemer, with us stay, Help us live your holy way; And when earthly things are past, Bring our ransomed souls at last Where they need no star to guide, Where no clouds your glory hide. 5 In the heavenly city bright None shall need created light; You, its light, its joy, its crown, You, its sun which goes not down; There for ever may we sing Alleluias to our King. Topics: Epiphany; Epiphany; City of God; Eternal Life; Heaven; Light; Canons Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 Used With Tune: DIX

Songs of Thankfulness and Praise

Author: Christopher Wordsworth, 1807-1855 Meter: 7.7.7.7 D Appears in 127 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Songs of thankfulness and praise, Jesus, Lord, to you we raise, Manifested by the star To the sages from afar; Branch of royal David's stem In your birth at Bethlehem; Anthems be to you addrest, God in flesh made manifest. 2 Manifest at Jordan's stream, Prophet, Priest, and King supreme; And at Cana, wedding guest, In your Godhead manifest; Manifest in power divine, Changing water into wine; Anthems be to you addrest, God in flesh made manifest. 3 Manifest in making whole Palsied limbs and fainting soul; Manifest in valiant fight, Quelling all the devil's might; Manifest in gracious will, Ever bringing good from ill; Anthems be to you addrest, God in flesh made manifest. 4 Grant us grace to see you, Lord, Mirrored in your holy word; May we imitate you now, And on us your grace endow; That we like to you may be At your great epiphany; And may praise you ever blest, God is flesh made manifest. Topics: Epiphany; Epiphany; Baptism of the Lord; Healing; Incarnation; Jesus Christ; Praise; Presence of God; Salvation; Thanksgiving Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 Used With Tune: SALZBURG

Lord, Who throughout These Forty Days

Author: Claudie F. Hernaman, 1838-1898 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 86 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Lord, who throughout these forty days, For us did fast and pray, Teach us to overcome our sins, And close by you to stay. 2 As you with Satan did contend, And did the vict'ry win, O give us strength in you to fight, In you to conquer sin. 3 As you did hunger and did thirst, So teach us, gracious Lord, To die to self, and so to live By your most holy word. 4 And through these days of penitence, And through your Passiontide, For evermore, in life and death, O Lord! with us abide. 5 Abide with us, that through this life Of doubts and hope and pain, An Easter of unending joy We may at last attain! Topics: Lent 1, Year B; Ash Wednesday; Lenten Season; Fasting; Heaven; Jesus Christ; Peace; Redemption; Repentance; Strength; Temptation Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11 Used With Tune: ST. FLAVIAN

My Song Is Love Unknown

Author: Samuel Crossman, c. 1624-1683 Meter: 6.6.6.6.4.4.4.4 Appears in 127 hymnals Lyrics: 1 My song is love unknown, My Savior’s love for me, Love to the loveless shown That they might lovely be. O who am I That for my sake My Lord shall take Frail flesh, and die? My Lord should take Frail flesh, and die. 2 He came from his blest throne Salvation to bestow, But all made strange, and none The longed-for Christ would know. But O my friend, My friend indeed, Who at my need His life did spend. 3 Here might I stay and sing, No story so divine; Never was love, dear King, Never was grief like thine. This is my friend, In whose sweet praise I all my days Could gladly spend. Topics: Good Friday; Lenten Season; Good Friday; Jesus Christ; Love of God for Us; Salvation; Song Scripture: John 3:14-21 Used With Tune: LOVE UNKNOWN

I Know That My Redeemer Lives

Author: Samuel Medley, 1738-1799 Appears in 470 hymnals Lyrics: 1 I know that my Redeemer lives; What joy the blest assurance gives! He lives, he lives, who once was dead; He lives, my everlasting Head! 2 He lives, to bless me with his love; He lives, to plead for me above; He lives, my hungry soul to feed; He lives, to help in time of need. 3 He lives, and grants me daily breath; He lives, and I shall conquer death; He lives, my mansion to prepare; He lives, to bring me safely there. 4 He lives, all glory to his name; He lives, my Savior, still the same; What joy the blest assurance gives; I know that my Redeemer lives! Topics: Easter Vigil ; Easter; Easter 5, Year A; Easter Season; Funeral; Comfort; Jesus Christ; Life; Paschal Mystery; Providence; Trust; Victory over Sin and Death Scripture: Job 19:25 Used With Tune: DUKE STREET

The Strife is O'er

Author: Francis Pott, 1832-1909 Meter: 8.8.8 with refrain Appears in 495 hymnals First Line: The strife is o'er the battle done Lyrics: Refrain: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 1 The strife is o’er the battle done; Now is the Victor's triumph won; Now be the song of praise begun: Alleluia! [Refrain] 2 Death's mightiest pow'rs have done their worst, And Jesus has his foes dispersed; Let shouts of praise and joy outburst: Alleluia! [Refrain] 3 He closed the yawning gates of hell; The bars from heav'n's high portals fell; Let hymns of praise his triumph tell: Alleluia! [Refrain] 4 On the third morn he rose again, Glorious in majesty to reign; O let us swell the joyful strain: Alleluia! [Refrain] Topics: Easter Vigil ; Easter; Easter Season; Funeral; Paschal Mystery; Praise; Victory over Sin and Death Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-54 Used With Tune: VICTORY Text Sources: Latin, 12th C.

There Is a Balm in Gilead

Meter: Irregular Appears in 106 hymnals First Line: Sometimes I feel discouraged Lyrics: There is a balm in Gilead To make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul. 1 Sometimes I feel discouraged, And think my work’s in vain, But then the Holy Spirit Revives my soul again. There is a balm in Gilead To make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul. 2 If you cannot preach like Peter, If you cannot pray like Paul, You can tell the love of Jesus And say "He died for all!" There is a balm in Gilead To make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul. 3 Don't ever feel discouraged, For Jesus is your friend; And if you lack for knowledge He'll ne'er refuse to lend. There is a balm in Gilead To make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul. Topics: Funeral; Pastoral Care of the Sick; Penance; Comfort; Compassion; Courage; Friendship; Healing; Jesus Christ; Love of God for Us; Mercy; Paschal Mystery; Rest; Trust Scripture: Jeremiah 8:22 Used With Tune: BALM IN GILEAD Text Sources: Afro-American spiritual

The King of Love My Shepherd Is

Author: Henry W. Baker, 1821-1877 Meter: 8.7.8.7 Appears in 675 hymnals Lyrics: 1 The King of love my shepherd is, Whose goodness fails me never; I nothing lack if I am his And he is mine forever. 2 Where streams of living water flow My ransomed soul he's leading, And where the verdant pastures grow With food celestial feeding. 3 Confused and foolish oft I strayed, But yet in love he sought me, And on his shoulder gently laid, And home, rejoicing, brought me. 4 In death’s dark vale I fear no ill With you, dear Lord, beside me, Your rod and staff my comfort still, Your cross before to guide me. 5 You spread a table in my sight; Your saving grace bestowing; And O what transport of delight From your pure chalice flowing! 6 And so through all the length of days Your goodness fails me never; Good Shepherd, may I sing your praise Within your house for ever. Topics: Eucharist; Funeral; Penance; Comfort; Courage; Cross; Eternal Life; Guidance; Homecoming; Mercy; Petition; Pilgrimage; Praise; Repentance; Shepherd; Trust; Welcome Scripture: Psalm 23 Used With Tune: ST. COLUMBA

How Good the Name of Jesus Sounds

Author: John Newton, 1725-1807 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 1,616 hymnals Lyrics: 1 How good the name of Jesus sounds To all believing ears! It soothes our sorrows, heals our wounds, And drives away our fears. 2 It makes the wounded spirit whole, And calms the troubled mind; His manna for each hungry soul, The lost and weary find. 3 Blest Name! the rock on which we build, Our shield and resting place, Our never-failing comfort, filled With blessing of his grace. 4 O Jesus, Shepherd, Guardian, Friend, Our Prophet, Priest and King, Our Lord, our Life, our Way, our End, Accept the praise we bring. Topics: Ordinary Time 26, Year B; Pastoral Care of the Sick; Penance; Comfort; Compassion; Courage; Grace; Healing; Jesus Christ; Petition; Praise; Rest; Trust Scripture: Acts 2:12 Used With Tune: ST. PETER