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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March 23, 2025 Revised Common Lectionary Isaiah 55:1-9 Psalm 63:1-8 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Luke 13:1-9 Lectionary for Mass (RC) Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15 Psalm 103:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8, 11 (8a) 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12 Luke 13:1-9 There are many who believe—and secretly hope—that sooner or later people will get what’s coming to them. In today’s Gospel […]
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March 16, 2025 Revised Common Lectionary Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18 Psalm 27 Philippians 3:17-4:1 Luke 13:31-35 Lectionary for Mass (RC) Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18 Psalm 27:1, 7-8, 8-9, 13-14 Philippians 3:(17-19) 20-4:1 Luke 9:28b-36 The following reflection is based on the Scripture readings assigned in the Revised Common Lectionary. Roman Catholics and members of other communities that […]
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