Combining related text from Psalm 1, Psalm 119, and Ephesians 3, this anthem highlights the importance of God's Word. All are encouraged to find strength and wisdom in the Word and to celebrate the fruits of a holy life. In a flowing 2/2 meter, the anthem ends with a stirring duet of soprano/tenor and alto/bass voices.
Voicing: SATB with organ and optional flute
Composer: Carolyn Jennings
Text Author: Carolyn Jennings
Season: Epiphany, Lent, Ordinary/General
Lectionary:
Year A - Epiphany - Epiphany of the Lord
Year B - Epiphany - Epiphany of the Lord
Year C - Epiphany - Epiphany of the Lord
Year A - Epiphany - Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Year A - Epiphany - Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
Year A - Epiphany - Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
Year A - Epiphany - Seventh Sunday after Epiphany
Year B - Lent - Fifth Sunday of Lent
Year A - Season after Pentecost - Proper 10 (15)
Year A - Season after Pentecost - Proper 12 (17)
Year A - Season after Pentecost - Proper 18 (23)
Year A - Season after Pentecost - All Saints Day
Year B - Season after Pentecost - Proper 12 (17)
Year B - Season after Pentecost - Proper 26 (31)
Year C - Season after Pentecost - Proper 24 (29)
Year C - Season after Pentecost - Proper 26 (31)
Scripture: Psalm 1 and 119; Matthew 5; Ephesians 3
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