Anthems for Communion Services

Using the traditional spiritual The Welcome Table as a starting point, Mary McDonald has crafted a catchy, soulful anthem ideal for celebrating the Lord's Table. Emphasizing that "all are welcome,"

Useful as both a gathering and communion song, this text speaks of unity and belonging through the voice of God who will provide for all who gather at the table. The piano accompaniment is beautifully

The Word becomes song as scripture is embraced by a moving melody and graceful harmony. Delicate and refined, this anthem is an appropriate choice for any service in which redemption and salvation are the

Creative and accessible, this Lloyd Larson setting of Marty Haugen's inspirational and versatile hymn is a joyous anthem for use throughout the year. A lovely optional instrumental accompaniment helps to

A light and acoustic arrangement for communion, this lovely setting is scored for SAB which makes it a wonderful option for the smaller choir or those with minimal rehearsal time. The contemplative text

With a quote from the classic hymn tune Bread of Life, this piece extends an invitation to the Lord's Supper. Simple and lovely, this anthem offers peace and healing in a gentle and soothing

A classic hymn text is reimagined in this touching anthem. The music provides comfort and assurance with the aid of a sensitive flute part and accessible part-writing. Stirring at times and reflective at

Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling bookends and spins a thread of unity through this lovely communion offering, flexibly voiced with optional tenor. The anthem is built on an alliterative and

This engaging communion anthem draws on the unity of all believers who are gathered to break bread. It features a powerful melody that supports the text, "Come to the feast and be restored, we are one at

This original communion piece based on I Corinthians 11: 24-26 uses the familiar words "Do this in remembrance of me" as its basis. Elegant choral writing combined with a tender, understated piano

For Communion, this devotional anthem is a sincere prayer of dedication and recommitment to faith. Pairing the refrain of the gospel hymn I Surrender All with beautiful original melodic

Pepper Choplin presents a warm and expressive reflection on the Table of Grace, where all will be nourished. The shifting harmonic colors are a highlight, while the flowing accompaniment supports a

From the treasury of Baroque literature comes this sacred adaptation of a J.S. Bach masterwork. Beautifully wed with the "Worthy is the Lamb" text, this will become a standard Holy Week offering for choirs

With a text by Pamela Stewart, this is an invitation to repentance and the assurance of grace "Here at the table of forgiveness, come and taste the mercy that is Mine" form the message of this delicate gem.

This favorite communion hymn is transformed into an anthem featuring a driving piano rhythm featuring 3+3+2 divisions and parts that are accessible to choirs of all size. Very effective! 

This beautiful anthem is based on the tune RAABE by Carl Schalk. The text compares the story of Jesus appearing on the roadway to the disciples with our own lives and how Christ is revealed to us