(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 There's a song in the Air! There's a star in the sky" There's a mother's deep prayer And a baby's low cry! And the star rains its fire while the beautiful sing For the manger of Bethlehem … Continue reading #97: There’s a Song in the Air!
Category: Music
An equal share of …. what?
For the healing of the nations, Lord, we pray with one accord; for a just and equal sharing of the things that earth affords; to a life of love in action help us rise and pledge our word, help us rise and pledge our word. The above quotation is verse one of "For the Healing … Continue reading An equal share of …. what?
#96: As with Gladness Men of Old
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 As with gladness men of old Did the guiding star behold -- As with joy they hailed its light, Leading onward, beaming bright! -- So, most gracious Lord, may we Evermore be led to Thee. 2 As … Continue reading #96: As with Gladness Men of Old
#95: While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) The interesting thing to note about this hymn, is that it is printed as almost one big quote, listing what the angel said to the Shepherds. 1 While shepherds watch'd their flocks by night, All seated on the … Continue reading #95: While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks
#94: What Child is This?
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) The Hymnbook I grew up with is a more modern version of this hymn. The Refrain is the same on all three verses. In the caroling book version I have, each chorus has a different refrain, the second … Continue reading #94: What Child is This?
Matilda: fun but not magic
Last night was opening night of both Matilda and the season for Starlight Theater in Kansas City. This year is the first year we have attended on Tuesdays, and thus the first year for us to see opening night. When we arrived they were still rehearsing on the stage. It was sort of nice to … Continue reading Matilda: fun but not magic
Starlight Opens
This is the first year we have attended Starlight's Broadway shows on Tuesday nights. As such, we are going to attend a lot of opening nights. Most of the Broadway shows open on Tuesday. The first show of the season is tonight. It is Matilda, by Roald Dahl, author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. … Continue reading Starlight Opens
#93: Hark! the Herald Angel Sing
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Hark! the herald angels sing, "Glory to the newborn King; peace on earth, and mercy mild -- God and sinners reconciled!" Joyful, all ye nation, rise, Join the triummph of the skies; With the'angelic hosts proclaim, "Christ … Continue reading #93: Hark! the Herald Angel Sing
#92: O Little Town of Bethlehem
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 O little town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by; Yet it thy dark streets shineth The everlasting Light -- The hopes and fears of … Continue reading #92: O Little Town of Bethlehem
#91: The First Noel
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 The first noel the angel did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay -- In fields where they lay keeping their sheep, On a cold winter's night that was so deep. REFRAIN Noel, … Continue reading #91: The First Noel
At The Rainbow 