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The Cup of Life Outpoured

2026-07-26T05:14:09.170-07:00

This is a gentle hymn about receiving the Eucharist in humility.

It was written by American Roman Catholic musician, vocalist and music-director / worship-director, Jim Cowan (b 1952), and first published by International Liturgy Publications in 1987. Sheet music is still available from them - link below.

The song became better-known when it was re-recorded ten years later by Nicaraguan-born, US-raised Roman Catholic musician (foot-guitar), composer and speaker, Tony Melendez (b. 1962)

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Cowan. This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of C, the first few notes of the melody are G_ E G_ C A_ A G_ G_ with accompanying chords C G F G.

I Found the Treasure (Lord, to whom can I go)

2026-07-19T10:26:10.761-07:00

This is a gentle folk-style hymn about faith as a treasure and commitment to following Christ. The words are based on Matthew 13:44, the Parable of the Hidden Treasure, and John 66:68.

It was written by American pastoral musician, composer and at-the-time Roman Catholic priest, Daniel (Dan) L Schutte (b 1947), and first published by New Dawn Music in 1985.

The song is sometimes called I Found a Treasure in a Field - but should not be confused with the Southern-gospel style song of that name written by Eddie Crooks.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Schutte. This has a This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of Eb, the first few notes of the melody are E_ G F E F G_ with accompanying chords Eb / Fm / Eb.

Ag Críost an Síol

2026-07-18T15:44:04.221-07:00

This is an Irish (Gaelic) language hymn about Christ the seed or sourse.

The words are attributed to Irish-native Roman Catholic priest and language scholar Michael Sheehan / Micheál Ó Síocháin (1870–1945).

It is almost always set to a tune which was composed by Irish Roman Catholic composer and arranger of Irish traditional music, Seán O Ríada (1931-1971): The hymn is included in the first O'Riada mass, Ceol an Aifrinn, written in 1968.

The Sower (A farmer went out to sow)

2026-07-12T16:51:00.000-07:00

This is a children's song about listening to and acting on God's word is unknown. It is based on the parable of the sower.

The author and composer are unknown. The song it was sung in some primary schools in New Zealand in the 1970s, but no publications recordings have been found.

If you have any more information about it, please leave a message in the Comments box near the bottom of the page.

Unless a Grain of Wheat Shall Fall - Farrell

2026-07-12T13:51:36.662-07:00

This lyrical-style hymn shares some of Jesus' teaching about resurrection, from the latter part of his public ministry, from John 12:24. It is sometimes used at funerals, harvest season, and towards the end of the church-year.

The song was written by English Roman Catholic composer, church-musician and social-justice activist (ref) Bernadette Farrell (b 1957), and originally released in 1983, published by (the predecessor to) OCP Publications.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Farrell. This has a 3/4 time signature. In the key of Em, the first few notes are B, D_ D A_ A F_ E D_ with accompanying chords D / D7 / Bm / Bm7.

Hail Jesus Hail (Who for my sake) - The Precious Blood

2026-07-11T13:20:18.724-07:00

This is a hymn about the Eucharist, and in particular the Precious Blood - making it suitable for July devotions. It is based on an Italian hymn "Viva! Viva! Gesu" by St. Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787).

The translation was made by Fr English hymn-writer, theologian, Roman Catholic convert and priest, Fr Frederick William Faber (1814-1863).

With meter 8.8.6.D, tunes it is set to include:

CHAPEL ROYAL by William Boyce (1710-1779)
CORNWALL
INNSBRUCK, composed by Heinrich Isaac in 1539, and later harmonised by JS Bach.

Hymn-books which it has been published in include:

Catholic hymn book : a collection of hymns, anthems, etc., for all holydays of obligation and devotion throughout the year ; selected from approved sources (New York, 1851). Ref
The St. Gregory Hymnal and Catholic Choir Book (1920)
St Andrew Hymnal, John S. Burns & Sons, Glasgow, Scotland in 1964
The New Living Parish Hymn Book, E.J. Dwyer, Australia, 1986.

Ancient Words

2026-07-10T13:19:00.000-07:00

This is a reflective song about Scripture.

It was written by American evangelical worship leader, songwriter and teacher, Lynn DeShazo (b. 1956).

The song has been recorded by a number of artists, including Michael W Smith - and is sometimes, incorrectly, attributed to him. Some people have presented it as a Celtic tune.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by DeShazo. This has a 3/4 time signature. In the key of F, the first few notes are CD F F_ GA A_ with accompanying chords C - F - C/F - F.

Downloads

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Digital-download SATB choir arrangement by Mary McDonald. 12 pages.

Examples

Professional recording, Celtic-style

Soloist with piano

Choir with chamber orchestra / band

Michael W Smith recording

Instrumental, piano and violin

Lyrics

The lyrics are copyright so cannot be reproduced here. But they are currently available on this website. A rough outline is:

1 Holy words long preserved for our walk in this world,

2 Words of life, words of hope, give us strength, help us cope

Chorus:
Ancient words, ever true,
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

3 Holy words of our faith handed down to this age.

Repeat verse 1, then chorus

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Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)

2026-07-08T17:10:59.888-07:00

This is a contemporary-style worship song about surrendering to God, trust and stepping into the unknown. It draws from the image of Peter walking on the water (Matthew 14:22-33).

The song was written by Australian:

Hillsong member and worship loeader Matt Crocker,
Musician, songwriter and pastor Joel Houston (b. ) - born 1979, and
Film-maker, Salomon Ligthelm.

and first released as track on the Hillsong Publications album, Zion, in 2013.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Crocker, Houston and Ligthelm. This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of F, the first few notes of the melody are CDC DC EF F C_ with accompanying chords Dm6 / C / F.

I Will Bless the Lord - Hernandez

2026-07-04T15:11:42.712-07:00

This is a praise song, based on Psalm 34.

It was written by American Catholic raised, evangelist convert musician, producer and children's pastor Frank Hernandez (ref). Copyright was first registered in 1981 by Candle Music.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Hernandez. This has a 3/4 time signature. In the key of G, the first few notes are B_ A G A B_ B c_ B_ a_ d_ with accompanying chords G / Bm7 / C / G / C / G / Am / D.

Sheet music is available for purchase from Lifeway (link below).

Jehovah Jireh, My Provider

2026-06-28T06:24:46.810-07:00

This is a short worship chorus about the Lord God as provider, inspired by Genesis 22:8-14.

It was written by Canadian evangelical singer-songwriter and musician Merla Watson, and first released in 1974 by Tempo Music Publications.

The song has been recorded by many artists including Don Moen, and is sometimes - incorrectly - attributed to him.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Watson. This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of Dm, the first few notes of the melody are D D C D F_ G FG AA_ with accompanying chords Dm / Gm.

The Power of Your Love (Lord I come to you)

2026-06-27T04:07:22.619-07:00

This is a contemporary Christian music style song about God's love.

It was written by Australian evangelical singer-songwriter, pianist and worship pastor, Geoffrey William (Geoff) Bullock (b 1955), and first published in 1992 by Word Music/Maranatha!

The song It can be presented in an upbeat, energetic worship style, or as a reflective ballad. Bullock has made some changes to the words and added a third verse as his life has developed.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Bullock. This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of G, the first few notes of the melody are B, C D AG_ B,B,CD G__ with accompanying chords G / D / Em.

Stand Together for What you Believe | Till All My People Are One

2026-06-23T16:01:43.788-07:00

This is a hymn of encouragement for Christian community and discipleship. The original title was Till All My People Are One, but it is now usually called Stand Together.

The song was written by American social justice advocate and at-the-time Roman Catholic seminarian, Ray Repp and first released in 1967 by Friends of English in the liturgy, on the B-side of the album Come Alive (ref). Today copyright is owned by Repp's publishing company, Otter Creek music.

In the 1960s / 70s, it was included in Winds of the People, an American folk-song collection printed by (predecessors to) Rise up Singing.

More recently, it has become popular in Catholic churches in Cameroon.

The song is set to an unnamed tune, also by Repp. No sources of sheet music have been located.

Here Today (Take me Lord, use my life)

2026-06-17T14:27:07.886-07:00

This is a folk-style hymn about dedicating yourself to God, and petitioning for God's help and guidance, using the image of a person as a piece of clay moulded by God.

It was written by English Roman Catholic teacher and liturgical musician Francesca Leftley (b 1955).

The song was first published in Hymns Old and New by Kevin Mayhew Ltd, England, 1984. Is included in later editions of Catholic Hymns Old and New, up to and including the 2009 edition. This book is the only known source of sheet music for the hymn.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Leftley . This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of A, the first few notes of the melody are C E E_ C E B AG A_ DD F E_ with accompanying chords A / E / A / E / D / Bm / Esus4.

Song for Human Rights (Sing a song for peace and justice)

2026-06-16T12:30:38.634-07:00

This is a hymn about social justice, and the call for people who live in freedom to listen for other voices.

It was written by New Zealand Methodist raised, ecumenically minded, Presbyterian minister's wife, hymn-writer, Shirley Erena Murray (1931-2020).

It was first published by Hope Publishing in 1992.

With meter 87 87 47, tunes it is set to include:

CWM RHONDDA b John Hughes,(1873 - 1932)
An unnamed tune by Hal Hopson.

Downloads

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Piano / organ sheet music - free for personal use from Hope Publishing

Examples

Virtual choir, unaccompanied

Amateur choir with organ, live in a church service

Choir with organ, unnamed tune by Hal Hopson

Instrumental - synth. piano with sax? voice melody - sheet music on-screen

Instrumental - organ

Lyrics

The lyrics are copyright so cannot be reproduced here. But they are currently available on the Six Maddens website. A rough outline is:

1. Sing a song for peace and justice,
Speak for those who cannot speak!
Claim the world for peace and justice:
Let the strong support the weak.

Refrain
Light a candle in the darkness;
Hope and freedom must not die!
Hope and freedom must not die!

2. You who live in happy places,
Who can laugh and speak and sing,
Listen for the other voices
Mute with fear and suffering.

3. Thousands cry in nameless prisons,
Plead with powers who hold the key:
Plead that human rights be honoured,
That the innocent go free.

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So Beautiful

2026-06-15T04:37:37.076-07:00

This is a soft-rock style hymn about the Eucharist.

It was written by American Roman Catholic singer-songwriters and performing artists Matthew Leon, Michael Paul Leon, Jacob Israel Villalobos, and performed by them as the Jacob and Matthew Band. The song was included in their album, Every Day.

It was first published World Library Publications, USA in 2009, and is mainly known in American Catholic contemporary music circles.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Leon, Leon and Villalobos. This has a 4/4 time signature. It was originally released in the key of Ab. In the key of G, the first few notes of the melody are GG GA BB BA B_ with accompanying chords G / C / D.

Good, Good Father

2026-06-14T14:20:37.185-07:00

This is a contemporary Christian music style song about God the Father, which is particularly suitable for Father's Day.

It was written by American contemporary Christian songwriters and musicians, Anthony Brown and Pat Barrett, when they were members of Housefires which was a worship band based at Grace Midtown Church in Atalanta, Georgia, USA.

The song was first realeased by Housefires in 2014. It became very well known after Chris Tomlin recorded it in 2015, to the point where Tomlin is sometimes incorrectly attributed as the author.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Brown and Pat Barrett. This has a 6/8 time signature. In the key of A, the first few notes of the melody are A<A AB_ cc cB AAA A_ with accompanying chords A / Asus / A.

St Anthony You Live a Simple Life

2026-06-13T14:20:19.716-07:00

This is an English-language hymn about St Anthony of Padua.

It was written by (Filipino?) Roman Catholic Franciscan priest, Fr. Ike Carpio, OFM.

A recording by Franciscan Dream Productions, has been found on YouTube, but no published versions have been located apart from that.

If you have any more information about the hymn, especially where to find sheet music or to buy a recording/MP3/MP4, please leave a message in the Comments box near the bottom of the page.

Where Your Treasure Is (there your heart shall be)

2026-06-09T17:24:27.375-07:00

This is a reflective hymn about wealth and values. The words are based on Matthew 6:21 and Luke 12:16-21.

It was written by American Lutheran composer and pastoral musician, Marty Haugen (b 1950), and first published by in 2000 by (the predecessor to) GIA Publications.

When the song was released in The Feast of Life complication by Gary Daigle (1957-2026) and Marty Haugen, a spoken prelude was added. This is not included when the song is being used as a hymn, but can be used in more reflective settings.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by Haugen. This has a NN time signature. In the key of Ab, the first few notes of the melody are AG GF E_ ED B,D E_ with accompanying chords Ab / Db / Eb / Ab.

My Help Shall Come - Andersen

2026-06-09T04:59:26.960-07:00

This ballad-style hymn expressing trust in God's providence, based on Psalm 120:1-2. There are a great many other songs with the same or very similar titles.

It was written by Australian Roman Catholic priest, liturgist and composer Fr Frank Andersen MSC and originally published by Chevalier Publications in the "Everything I Possess" collection (which was renamed Galilee Song). It is also included in the collection Scripture in Song - The Music of Frank Andersen MSC, which is still available. Both of these include sheet music for the hymn.

The tune was written by Fr Andersen: It has a 6/4 time signature, and in the key of G the first few notes are D_ D E D_ D DD E_ G F_A G D_, with accompanying chords G / D / G / G7 / D / G.

All Ye (You) Who Seek a Comfort Sure

2026-06-07T10:46:37.032-07:00

This is a hymn about the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is based on an 18th century Latin hymn, Quincumque certum quaeritis.

It was translated by English Anglican priest, scholar and hymnwriter, and later Roman Catholic convert-priest Edward Caswall (1814-1878).

There are number of variations of the words in use, based on archaic vs modern forms ("all ye" vs "all you").

With meter 8.6.8.6 (D), tunes that it has been set to include:

ST BERNARD CM - composer unknown, from Tochter Sion (Köln, Germany: 1741)
KINGSFOLD - either verses are sometimes combined into sets of two, or the 2nd verse used as a chorus.

Bread of Angels (we receive you)

2026-06-06T04:39:41.788-07:00

This is a hymn about the Eucharist, based on the Latin hymn, Panis Angelicus, by Thomas Aquinas (1227-74). It was for use at the Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) - and is suitable as a general Communion hymn.

The tune and the English words were written by American Roman Catholic parish music director, composer and performing artist, Curtis Stephan (TBA), and first published in 2002.

It is set to an unnamed tune. This has a 4/4 time signature. In the key of C, the first few notes are E E E E / E E E E / C DE.

Pilgrims On Our Way

2026-06-05T14:12:50.041-07:00

This is a psychedelic-folk style song about mission, presenting the of life in faith as a pilgrimage. The verses are based on the experiences of the Israelites in the desert (the pillar of fire, water from the rock, manna from heaven).

The song was written by Australia Roman Catholic (Franciscan Missionary of Mary) religious sister, Irene O'Connor FMM (ref), and included on Pilgrims and St Francis of Assisi, a CD with music by O'Connor and Sister Frances Denaro, released in 1982 under the Ave Maria Publications label, based on Double Bay, Australia.

It is set to an unnamed tune, also by O'Connor. This has a 4/4 time signature. No sources of sheet music have been located.

Spirit Seeking Light and Beauty

2026-05-30T04:25:06.777-07:00

This is a hymn about wisdom. The text appears to be based on Wisdom 6.

The original words were written by English Roman Catholic convert and Sacred Heart sister and educator, Janet Erskine Stuart, whose religious name was Sister / Mother Janet Stuart RSCJ (1857 - 1914). A contemporary version (unattributed) is also widely used.

With irregular meter, is usually set to the tune DOMHNACH TRIONOIDE: This is a traditional Gaelic hymn tune and translates literally Trinity Sunday. It is also known as COLUMCILLE. But there have been other arrangements, including one released in 2013 by Justin Taylor (see video below).

Eternal Father Strong to Save (The Navy Hymn)

2026-05-29T04:29:00.000-07:00

This is a hymn of petition for safety at sea.

The words were written by English choral master and poet, William Whiting (1825-1878). It was was inspired by the dangers of the sea described in Psalm 107, and based on a poem which Whiting wrote to encourage a pupil who was about to undertake a long sea-journey (ref).

The hymn was popularised by the English Royal Navy and the United States Navy in the late 19th century. Variations of it were used by branches of the armed services in both the United Kingdom and the United States. It is now known to some people as "The Navy Hymn", and alternative titles include Hymn of Her Majesty's Armed Forces, the Royal Navy Hymn, the United States Navy Hymn, and For Those in Peril on the Sea.

It is also used in many civilian maritime settings by ship's chaplains and sung during religious services held during on sea journeys.

With meter 8.8.8.8.8.8, tunes it has been set to include:

MELITA (Dykes), composed by English organist and choir-director John Bacchus Dykes and first published in Hymns Ancient and Modern in 1861 - this was the origin tune for the hymn, and remains the most-common one.
REST (Stainer) by John Stainer (1873)
SURREY by Henry Carey (c1685 - 1743)
CREATION (Haydn) by Joseph Haydn (1797)
ATTWOOD by Thomas Attwood (1831)
ALL EHR UND LOB, composer unknown, published in Kirchengesangbuch, Strassburg, 1541

Father we Adore You / Father I Adore You

2026-05-28T01:38:00.000-07:00

This is a worship chorus expressing adoration, personal sacrifice and love of the three persons of the Trinity.

It was composed by American housewife Terrye Coelho Strom in 1971 when she was a recent convert to Christianity.

The tune and words are simple enough to be sung unaccompanied, and it simple enough for children or relatively unskilled musicians, but still robust enough to be arranged for adult use. It can be sung as a round.

With meter 6.6.4, the tune it is set to is called MARANATHA.

It was first published in 1972 by Maranatha! Music, who continue to hold the copyright. Because it is so simple, many different arrangements have been made. The original lyrics were in the first person "Father I adore ...", but were quickly adapted for communal use as "... we adore you".