Hymns included in The Service Hymnal and a discussion of hymnody

Complete listing of hymns June 2001 (click here)
The best feature of the hymnal is the 300+ hymns, carols, and canticles that are restorations, newly written, or from other denominations. There is a section of over 38 Christmas carols and hymns.

HYMN RESTORATIONS

Many of these are restored hymns that have recently been modernized or altered in current Lutheran hymnbooks, and many that currently do not sing like they used to. The harmonies and texts have been carefully researched and lovingly restored to continue with the original integrity and splendor. The original Amens at the end have been included in many cases.

These hymns were modernized in the hymnal of 1978, and have now been restored back to the original harmony and texts to support congregational singing. They can provide great variation in stanzas and encourage hearty participation by church goers.

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Included is a section of 40 Johann Sebastian Bach hymns and chorales honoring the greatest Lutheran composer of all time.

For the first time ever in any hymnal, "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" is included in it's full arrangement with choir, congregation, and organ.

SUNG AMENS AT END OF HYMNS ARE BACK!

Remember when hymns had Amens afterward? These have also been restored to hymns that were prayers.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO EDUCATE / INSPIRE
A small bio on the composer, and the history of the hymn has been included to educate and inspire.

ELCA TEST Findings of TSH hymns and liturgy (click blue)

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