Exploring the themes of creation, peace, and social concern as articulated in the papal encyclical Laudato si', this song has a contemporary sound but a solid hymn-like feel, with a refrain that assemblies

Rumi, a 13th-century Sufi mystic, wrote this poem centuries ago, but its message of unity and acceptance is still potent today. Hayes uses the Lydian mode in his harmonies and melodic structure throughout

A classic approach yields fresh results in this melodic anthem which celebrates the gift of music. Rich sonorities built around the iconic progression of Pachelbel's Canon in D help to ground the

This dynamic blues-gospel anthem incorporates a hint of the nostalgic song Higher Ground, but soon a spirited gospel-groove takes over and the choir moves into an original melody by Joel

Mary McDonald has paired the classic "Higher Ground" text with a fresh melody that bursts with gospel-style cheer. Enjoyable interplay between voices and an infectious optional rhythm part will ensure this

Jeremy S. Bakken has broken new ground with this durable hymn text based on John Stainer's tune MAGDELAN. The opening stanza is presented in unison voices, with the ensuing sections moving through varying