When I looked out my window early this morning a heavy fog was shrouding my harbour view. A rather dismal sight. But now it is lifting and I am hopeful for a brighter day.
This Sunday’s Service will be an extra musical one. There is something universal about visual arts, drama, literature and music. Despite their differences, all have this in common – they make us feel, provide meaning, stimulate reflection, and bring us together.
Several people have volunteered to talk about a hymn that has significant meaning for them, and why. Pete Franklin’s Postlude will be one of his father’s favourite hymns. He will also be playing some favourite hymn tunes.
Shirley Murray’s hymn below speaks to our theme.
For the music of creation,
for the song your Spirit sings,
for your sound’s divine expression,
burst of joy in living things:
God, our God, the world’s composer,
hear us, echoes of your voice —
music is your art, your glory,
let the human heart rejoice!
Psalms and symphonies exalt you,
drum and trumpet, string and reed,
simple melodies acclaim you,
tunes that rise from deepest need,
hymns of longing and belonging,
carols from a cheerful throat,
lilt of lullaby and lovesong
catching heaven in a note.
All the voices of the ages
in transcendent chorus meet,
worship lifting up the senses,
hands that praise, and dancing feet;
over discord and division
music speaks your joy and peace,
harmony of earth and heaven,
song of God that cannot cease.
Words © 1992 Hope Publishing Company 60188
So do join us this Sunday morning for boost or balm or both.
Rosemary Lawrence
Rev Professor Sir Lloyd Geering
The people of St Andrew’s on the Terrace would like to wish you A Happy Birthday today (Friday 26 February) and send our love and many congratulations.
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