We believe that the holy act of singing together shapes faith, heals brokenness, transforms lives, and renews peace.
Our mission is to encourage, promote, and enliven congregational singing in the United States and Canada.
Learn MoreThe Hymn Society is sponsoring a series of webinars on a variety of topics related to congregational song. From seasons in the liturgical year to practices overseas to copyright concerns, this series has something for everyone!
Learn MoreFollowing from our centennial celebration in 2022, we will be conducting a fourth series of online interviews with Hymn Society leaders and persons of note during the coming year. All the interviewees will be speaking about their own stories, their interest and experience as leaders in the field of congregational song, their involvement in and service to The Hymn Society, and issues that are facing us today.
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Become a Member TodayFeb 04, 2025
The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada, in collaboration with its Academic Concerns Committee, invites you to a dynamic roundtable discussion exploring best practices in teaching congregational song. This event is ideal for educators, scholars, and anyone interested in preparing the next generation of leaders in this vital field. This online event will […]
Read moreJan 21, 2025
There is currently an ecumenical movement to set aside a new feast to be observed each September celebrating God the Creator. This feast would occur in conjunction with the Season of Creation that is observed in a number of denominations. This movement has gained significant strides recently, with some churches poised to begin observing an […]
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February 16, 2025 Revised Common Lectionary Jeremiah 17:5-10 Psalm 1 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 Luke 6:17-26 Lectionary for Mass (RC) Jeremiah 17:5-8 Psalm 1:1-2, 3, 4, 6 (40:5a) 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20 Luke 6:17, 20-26 Another Word and Song reflection for this Sunday may be found here. Most of our daily choices don’t seem like […]
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February 9, 2025 Revised Common Lectionary Isaiah 6:1-8 (9-13) Psalm 138 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Luke 5:1-11 Lectionary for Mass (RC) Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8 Psalm 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8 (1c) 1 Corinthians 15: (1-2) 3-8 (10) 11 Luke 5:1-11 The following reflection is based on today’s readings from Isaiah and Luke. For a Word and Song […]
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