Extras

Hymns

A selection of Christian verse by modern masters such as Charles Wesley and Isaac Watts, and from the ancient liturgies of East and West.

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Come, Holy Ghost, Thine Influence Shed

A short poem about the transformation of the communion bread and wine by the action of God’s Spirit.

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Jesus, the Name High Over All

A short poem about the irresistible power of the Name of Jesus Christ, and its source in that mildest of images, the helpless lamb.

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Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending

Charles Wesley looks forward to the day when Jesus Christ will return to earth.

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Soldiers of Christ Arise

A meditation on St Paul’s exhortation to put on the whole armour of God.

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Stupendous Height of Heavenly Love

A meditation on the birth of Christ, as the light of heaven come down to earth.

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Come Let Us Join Our Friends Above

A hymn urging Christians to think of those who have died as ever-present with us, in our worship, our prayers and our hearts.