Good Friday Anthems for Worship

Especially meaningful during the days of Holy Week, the text relates to our Lord praying in the garden of Gethsemane, and weaves around the tree theme found in many scriptures about the cross. The original

This important song from Twila Paris will be very effective throughout Lent and especially appropriate on Good Friday. "Your gift of love they crucified, they laughed and scorned him as he died, the humble

This powerful song of grace has become a congregational standard in a very short time. It is a reverent look at the Lamb of God, ideal for Holy Week or communion services. The orchestral option is a

From the cantata Calvary's Mountain, this effective arrangement of the beloved spiritual is well crafted to deliver a fullness of sound without raising the level of difficulty. The emotional

This arrangement of the classic contemporary hymn receives a beautiful setting that showcases Mark Hayes' skill in writing for voices and piano. Suitable for Lent, Holy Week, and anytime we need a reminder

This Good Friday text by Samuel Wesley barely escaped the flames when Wesley's Epworth rectory burned on February 9, 1709. Wes Cameron sets three of the stanzas to a simple melody and adds the chorus "it is

The PASSION CHORALE is perhaps the best-known hymn setting which is synonymous with Holy Week and the journey to the cross. This emotion-filled rendition builds with intensity through a dramatic piano

Asking, "Why would the Son of God lay down his life for me?" this Good Friday ballad exalts the "wondrous love the Savior showed for me!" Opening with a hint of the hymn What Wondrous Love Is This,

The final hours of Christ's life are rendered in this compelling original anthem that is cast with voices, piano and solo oboe for a sobering recollection of Christ as He traveled the road to the cross. A

From the cantata Worthy Is the Lamb! comes this dramatic and solemn anthem depicting the crucifixion. Perfect for Good Friday, the ending is appropriately quiet and reflective.

One of the most poignant of all scriptures is interpreted for today, set to music of scope and power. The score reflects great musical contrast, from the sweeping melody that opens the piece to the quick

Quoting fragments of the well-known hymn Ah Holy Jesus, as well as the text from the Sanctus, this is an anthem of worship to the Savior who suffered for the world's salvation. Undergirded

Poignantly portraying the memorable scene at the Garden of Gethsemane, this compelling piece follows our Savior as He pleads with His disciples: "Wait with me and watch with me." This powerful selection

A contemporary ballad setting of the traditional O Sacred Head, Now Wounded with well-crafted choral parts that veer from tradition but return with pleas for mercy and forgiveness. Mezzo solo

Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata is the foundation of this piece depicting the garden of Gethsemane and the crucifixion of Jesus. The contemplative text pairs with rich choral writing complemented by

This peaceful instrumental piece has been adapted for choral singing through a poignant sacred text from Pamela Stewart. This choral version is appropriate for Holy Week services and features English text

This mini-musical for Holy Week includes many of the significant hymns and songs that center on the cross: The Power of the Cross; Beneath the Cross; Beneath the Cross of Jesus; Near the Cross and

From the Easter musical Road to Calvary, here is an overwhelming testimony of just how far Christ's sacrifice goes for all of us. Beginning contemplatively but building with drama and energy,

More than just a meditation for Good Friday, Rose Aspinall's impassioned text about the sacrifice of Christ on the cross is a call to "Look up!" and receive the gift of salvation. Set in a minor key in 12/8