810 13 New Hymns For Home and Church

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The new batch of hymns for the LDS church in “Hymns for Home and Church” offers a rich blend of traditional favorites, newly composed pieces, and beloved classics, enhancing the spiritual and worship experience. Here are the highlights of the selected hymns

1. **Come Thou Fountain of Every Blessing** – A cherished Christian hymn from 1758, greatly requested for its return. It has been popular among Latter-Day Saints but was omitted from the 1985 hymn book, sparking a renaissance over the last two decades. It’s celebrated for its classic appeal and deep spiritual resonance.

2. **When the Savior Comes Again** – Newly composed by Lane Johnson, who teaches choral composition at BYU. This hymn is noted for its beautiful melody and is expected to become a favorite due to its uplifting message about the Second Coming.

3. **It Is Well with My Soul** – Authored by Horatio Spafford in 1876 amidst personal catastrophe, including financial ruin and the tragic loss of his daughters at sea. This hymn is a powerful testament to maintaining faith in God despite overwhelming adversity.

4. **I Will Walk with Jesus** – A 2019 children’s song by Steven P. Shank that quickly gained popularity in primary programs and sacrament meetings. It is designed to inspire young listeners to follow Christ’s teachings and walk his path.

5. **His Eye Is on the Sparrow** – Composed in 1905 by Charles H. Gabriel and Civilla D. Martin, this hymn draws from Matthew 10 to emphasize God’s omnipresence and care for all creatures, assuring believers of His constant vigilance.

6. **Think a Sacred Song** – A playful and reverent children’s hymn from 2013 by Marlene Summers Merkling, encouraging young singers to express their faith through joyful singing.

7. **As Bread Is Broken** – Introduced in 2018 by Steven A. Reynolds, this new composition for sacrament meetings focuses on themes of spiritual sustenance and communion with Christ.

8. **Bread of Life, Living Water** – Annette W. Dickman’s 2011 composition integrates deep Latter-Day Saints theological elements, such as the atonement, with sacramental worship, enhancing the spiritual experience during the sacrament.

9. **Gethsemane** – Popularized by a viral video, Melanie F. Hoffman’s 2007 composition captures the solemnity and significance of Christ’s atonement in Gethsemane, making it particularly poignant during Easter celebrations.

10. **Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise** – A traditional hymn by Charles Wesley from 1739, celebrated for its joyous “Alleluia” chorus, which powerfully commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

11. **He Is Born, the Divine Christ Child** – This traditional French carol has been part of the Christian Christmas repertoire since 1812, celebrating the birth of Christ with a lively and joyful melody.

12. **What Child Is This** – A profound Christmas hymn set to the melody of “Greensleeves.” Written in 1867, it combines a historical English tune with a text that captures the awe and wonder of the nativity scene.

13. **Starbrite** – Composed by Lauren F. Wheelwright in 1959, this children’s song from the perspective of the Book of Mormon believers waiting for the signs of Christ’s birth enriches the Latter-Day Saints hymnal with its unique focus on Book of Mormon narratives.

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