Tag: Sally Ann Morris
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Morning Breaks
In October of 2022 I was a bundle of nerves as I prepared to attend a conference for aspiring hymn composers and text writers hosted by The Hymn Society of the United States and Canada. I was totally fascinated by the prospect of hymn writing and I had been spending more and more time experimenting,…
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God, Be With Your Weary People
Every year during Advent, we are invited to anticipate Jesus’ arrival among us with joy. This text uses imagery found in Advent scriptures, asking God to come meet our urgent needs and help awaken our hope. View this hymn on GIA Unbound. The text is set to the familiar tune HYFRYDOL and also to Sally…
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O Jesus Who Traveled
During Holy Week, many churches read extended passages of the Gospels which share stories of Jesus’ last days. We remember the gifts that Jesus offers us while also recalling the many people and systems that betray him. This text can be a companion on that journey, with the verses being interspersed with readings if desired.…