Congregational Songs – New Songs for Corporate Worship

Songs We Use at Grace: Stuart Townend and the Gettys

September 19, 2011

There are rarely two services back-to-back that I plan at Grace that do not include a Stuart Townend song. He is the most prolific of modern hymn writers. I know of very few who would dispute that last phrase. God has gifted Stuart in a unique way, and our church is richer for his faithful use of his gifts. His writing is both poetic and powerful; beautiful, but not glossy. He has partnered more recently with the Gettys, and their collaborations are the best you’ll find when it comes to consistent, God-honoring, singable new hymns. If you haven’t done so, take some time to browse the CDs and songs I’ve listed below. All of them contain gems for congregational settings.

CDs:
Awaken the Dawn – Keith & Kristyn Getty
The Apostles Creed – Various Artists
In Christ Alone – Keith & Kristyn Getty
There Is a Hope (Live) – Stuart Townend
Lord of Every Heart – Stuart Townend

Songs we use at Grace:
Across the Lands
Behold the Lamb (Communion Hymn)
Come People of the Risen King
Every Promise
Holy Spirit
How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
In Christ Alone
Merciful God
O My Soul, Arise and Bless Your Maker
Psalm 62
When Love Came Down
Who Paints the Skies (River of Fire)

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