We decided to explore 13 songs that have become integral to the ritual of bidding farewell, each capturing the myriad of ...

At Calvary, a hymn that speaks about God’s mercy, the cross, and the change it brings to a believer’s life. Take a Peek at it's Lyrics and other details.

The original lyrics say that “on that cross, as Jesus died, the wrath of God was satisfied.” The Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song wanted that line to read: “the love of God was magnified.

The opening lyrics of the Christmas hymn, "Joy to the World," became "Joy to the world, the Lord will come," because of the church's focus on the Savior's promised return, Hicks said.

LOS ANGELES — The Black national anthem was born more than a century ago, but the popular hymn within the African American community called “Lift Every Voice and Sing” h… ...

The Black national anthem was born more than a century ago, but the popular hymn within the African American community called “Lift Every Voice and Sing” has resurrected a beacon of hope ...

Change not approved The decision to drop the hymn wasn't made lightly, said Mary Louise Bringle, a religion professor and hymnwriter who chaired the hymnal committee. It was complicated by a foul ...

News Nation/World ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ hymn ignites hope across nation July 5, 2020 Updated Sun., July 5, 2020 at 9:07 p.m.

The song was performed for the first time in 1900, not long after it was written. The NAACP dubbed “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as the Black national anthem in 1919.