![]() ![]() The brass and timpani are a wonderful addition.Ī warm, heartfelt "welcome," this anthem is a beautiful way to lead into communion, as it invites and ushers listeners into the folds of God's love.Īn open invitation to come to the table and witness God at work. Brass, Timpani, and CongregationĪ majestic symphonic theme composed by Johannes Brahms is set with Thanksgiving text by Pamela Stewart in this accessible anthem. *Available as an SATB anthem or in Roll Down, Justice!Ī wonderful, invitational anthem that welcomes all to come and experience God's grace. ![]() This anthem would work well for World Communion Sunday or All Saints' Sunday. Have the choir or soloists sing the verses and invite the congregation to sing on the chorus or turn it into an intergenerational choir experience, with each choir (children, youth, adult) singing a verse on their own and all voices coming together on the chorus. ) Especially fitting for World Communion Sunday.Ī celebration of unity in the Spirit and the joy we share in Christ. ![]() *Available as an SATB anthem or in Worship & Song (purchase the digital download pack here)Ī simple, stirring plea to "draw the circle wide." (We did this over the summer and created a flash mob! Read more here. Perfect for Lent or Holy Week, but also suitable throughout the year. Douglas NolanĪ powerful anthem that describes the passion and. Another anthem that works especially well around Thanksgiving time.Ĭommunion Anthems with Opt. This anthem combines two familiar hymn tunes - BEACH SPRING and NETTLETON. This one would work well for All Saints' Sunday. Beautiful text based on Isaiah 55:1.Īnother choral classic, this traditional setting of "I Will Arise" urges us to return to Jesus and reminds us that we are safe in His arms. I love this arrangement (note: I usually play it down a half step in the key of A-flat major). Come and see, come, receive, come and live forever." A beautiful invitation to come to the Lord's table.Ī new setting of an old hymn text, this anthem quotes the doxology as a recurring chorus. This would work well any time of the year, but seems especially fitting for Thanksgiving. ![]() I love the message in this text: "Come just as you are. This anthem is especially fitting during Lent.Īn accessible choral setting of a favorite communion hymn featuring a supportive, flowing piano accompaniment.Ī reverent reflection on the mercy, grace, and redemption we find at the table. Beautiful!Įmphasizing unity in Christ, this anthem invites and welcomes all to come to the table.īeautiful text and expressive musical setting, this anthem urges us to carry our burdens to the table and surrender them to Jesus.Ī true classic. This stirring, reflective anthem describes Christ's sacrifice for us and God's redeeming grace.Ī quiet, prayerful call to come to the table, this folk-like anthem incorporates quotes of Adoro te Devote. Especially fitting for Lent or Holy Week services.īased on Psalm 51, this penitent anthem would work especially well during Lent. One of my favorites - a personal call to come to the table and hear God whisper our name.Ī call to follow Christ, all the way to Calvary. *Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.Ī jubilant 6/8 anthem with rolling piano accompaniment. A prayer for unity and humility.Ī traditional setting of this well-known hymn. I tried to include something for everyone - traditional anthems, contemporary songs, music with congregational participation, and even a few handbell arrangements. Enjoy! Today, I'm sharing a variety of music that would work well for communion Sundays throughout the year (including World Communion Sunday, All Saints' Sunday, the Sundays leading up to Thanksgiving, and Holy Week). You may not choose communion-themed music for every communion Sunday, but every so often, it can be nice to choose an anthem, congregational song or hymn, or instrumental piece that ties in with this sacred tradition. And there are many congregations that share communion every Sunday. Some churches celebrate communion once a quarter others, once a month. It's a tangible way to remember, to accept the gift of grace and forgiveness, to make Christ's sacrifice real again. Communion may be one of our most sacred traditions in the church. ![]()
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