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I RUN TO CHRIST OCTAVO

Molly Ijames’ choral arrangement of I Run to Christ, a hymn Greg Habegger and Chris Anderson released here earlier this year, is now available. You’ll notice from the cover of this octavo that SoundForth and CWM are collaborating on a new series together, the “ChurchWorks Choral Series.”

You can hear the demo of the arrangement here and order it here. The congregational version is still available for free download at the ChurchWorks hymn page.

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NEW HYMN: HE WAS WOUNDED (ISAIAH 53)

We have been working on a hymn based on Isaiah 53 for some time. Rather than focusing on select themes from the Servant Song, our desire with the text was to meditate on it line by line, allowing the Lord’s people to essentially sing the Scriptures. Greg Habegger provided an ideal tune, capturing the pathos of the song with rich, almost haunting harmonies. We pray that the Lord will use our labors to exalt the Lord Jesus, by whose stripes sinners are healed. SDG.

He Was Wounded — Isaiah 53 (Text by Chris Anderson; Tune by Greg Habegger)

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NEW PSALM

Psalm 2: Why Do the Nations Rage? (Text by Joe Tyrpak; Tune by George J. Elvey)

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INTRODUCING “GOSPEL MEDITATIONS FOR WOMEN”

We are pleased to announce a new publication for ladies from ChurchWorksMedia.com. Gospel Meditations for Women is a month-long devotional that Joe Tyrpak and Chris Anderson wrote for the ladies of Tri-County Bible Church and presented to them on Mother’s Day 2009. Each day’s article suggests a Scripture reading, unpacks a portion of the passage, then concludes with an application to everyday life: “Let the Gospel affect your ____.” The booklet includes articles that are evangelistic, that focus on general Christian living, and that address singleness, marriage, and motherhood. You can view a sample pdf here, get more information here, and order copies from the CWM Store.

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NEW CHORAL CD (WITH “HIS ROBES FOR MINE”)

The new SoundForth recording, Promises, is now available. The CD includes wonderful hymns, including O God, My Joy; Power of the Cross; and a gorgeous arrangement of Jesus Paid It All. It also includes Dan Forrest’s beautiful arrangement of ChurchWorksMedia.com’s His Robes for Mine. The orchestrations are beautiful, and the choral singing is exceptional. It was extremely well received at its debut, selling out at BJU. It will stir your soul with gospel truth and point you Christ-ward.

• You can order the CD here and see a video introduction here.
• You can download the CD (for $10), hear demos, and even buy individual tracks (for $.99) here.
• You can purchase the His Robes for Mine octavo here and see a video introduction here.

Praise the Lord for the hard work and giftedness of everyone at SoundForth—and for a Savior worthy of wholehearted, glorious praise. SDG.

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QUICK LOOK AT CWM

Our “bread and butter” is providing doctrinally-rich, Christ-centered hymns and psalms for corporate worship—all free and reproducible. Articles on intentional local church ministry are available as well, and our store contains choral resources. We are supported by those sales, occasional royalties, and donations from like-minded friends. To God alone be glory (Psalm 115:1)!

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FEATURED HYMNS

His Robes for Mine (Text by Chris Anderson; Tune by Greg Habegger)

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I Run to Christ (Text by Chris Anderson; Tune by Greg Habegger)

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My Jesus, Fair (Text by Chris Anderson; Tune by Greg Habegger)

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MY JESUS, FAIR OCTAVO FOR SALE

Greg Habegger’s stirring octavo of My Jesus, Fair is now available. The arrangement is for SATB and has an optional congregational inclusion for the last verse. An orchestration by Nikki Eoute and Brian Buda is also available (pdf sample here). The arrangement and orchestration can be heard here, a recording of its debut during a live service at Bob Jones University in November 2009.

We appreciate this kind endorsement of the song by Pastor Dave Doran.

Orders can be placed here.

Note: ChurchWorksMedia.com depends on word of mouth to get the word out about our resources. Please share a link with friends (especially music pastors and teachers) via email, twitter, blogs, or Facebook. Your help is tremendously appreciated.

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THANKSGIVING SERVICE AT BJU

Two ChurchWorksMedia.com hymns were featured in Bob Jones University’s 2009 Thanksgiving Service, Portraits of Praise. Portions of the service (including Greg Habegger’s choral arrangement of My Jesus, Fair and Dan Forrest’s choral arrangement of His Robes for Mine, both with the congregation) can be heard or viewed here. It was overwhelming to hear the orchestra, chorus, and a congregation of some 6000 people lift their voices in praise to our Savior. Grace!

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NEW PSALM (DEDICATED TO E. R. JORDAN)

Joe Tyrpak has completed his very fine rendition of Psalm 23, and has dedicated it to his one-time pastor, E. R. Jordan, who entered the presence of his Great Shepherd on November 18, 2009. (Read Joe’s tribute to Pastor Jordan here.)

Psalm 23—The Lord’s My Shepherd (Text by Joe Tyrpak; Traditional Tune)

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RELATED: WHY SING THE PSALMS?

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SUPPORT CHURCHWORKSMEDIA.COM

Thus far, ChurchWorksMedia.com has been supported almost exclusively by the generosity of people who have donated their time and abilities—writers, composers, artists, techies, etc. However, to enable the site to continue its ministry in the future, including the provision of free hymns and psalms, we’re asking for some financial help via donations from individuals or churches. Details here.

Please consider helping. Thank you!

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All the CWM songs can be viewed by clicking on the “Hymns” and “Psalms” tabs at the top of the page. If you’re just getting acquainted with the site, our philosophy statement and the article on Psalm-singing may be especially helpful. Please note the copyright information page here. Finally, you might also want to subscribe to our RSS feed so that you’ll be alerted whenever we post new content. Feel free to contact us if we can be of help to you.

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