Most are free-to-use (ie public domain or copyright-free) meaning the words can be copied and sung to at least one tune with no concerns about copyright or performance licensing. Many such hymns are old/traditional - but where possible a variety of styles / genres are included.
A small selection of hymns which are, or may be, still copyright are also included where they are a particularly good for for the theme(s).
Seasonal note
In some years, the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist (always 24 June) falls on a Sunday around this time. When that happens, the liturgy for that feast is used.
Readings
First: Job 38:1, 8-11 - From the heart of the tempest the Lord gave Job his answer ... Who pent up the sea? ... some this far, I said, and no further: here your proud waves shall break.Psalm 106 - O give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever / Some sailed to the sea in ships / For he spoke, he summoned the gale / Then they cried to the Lord in their need / They rejoiced because of the calm.
Second: Corinthians 5:14-17 - For anyone who is in Christ there is a new creation.
Acclamation: Luke:7:16 - They were all filled with awe ...
Gospel: Mark 4:35-41 - Jesus calms the storm at sea.
Related: hymns about Jesus calming the storm
See lectionary art for this Sunday for suggested pictures and art-works based on today's readings.
Gospel: Mark 4:35-41 - Jesus calms the storm at sea.
Themes
Storm on the lake / Job's answer: who pent up the sea / For anyone in Christ a new creation - a great prophet. The power and protection of God, who is mightier than the sea / storm. Conquering chaos.Related: hymns about Jesus calming the storm
Free-use artwork
Free-use hymns
Abide with Me
All who Would Valiant Be
Amazing Grace
Be Still and Know
Be Still my Soul (common tune still copyright, lyrics in the public domain)
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
Eternal Father, Strong to Save
Fight the Good Fight
I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
I Sing the Mighty Power of God
Immortal Invisible God Only Wise
The Church's One Foundation
There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
We Walk by Faith (While some common tunes are in copyright others aren't - and the words are public domain)
Praise the One who Breaks the Darkness - Edwards
Suggestions about other free-to-use hymns that could be included are welcome: leave a message in the Comments box near the bottom of the page.
Amazing Grace
Be Still and Know
Be Still my Soul (common tune still copyright, lyrics in the public domain)
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
Eternal Father, Strong to Save
Fight the Good Fight
I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
I Sing the Mighty Power of God
Immortal Invisible God Only Wise
The Boat on Galilee - an action-song for children,
The Church's One Foundation
There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
We Walk by Faith (While some common tunes are in copyright others aren't - and the words are public domain)
Hymns which may still be copyright
Calm me Lord - Adam / Rizza
How Great Thou Art - Hine
I Will be With You - Markland
Praise the One who Breaks the Darkness - Edwards
Walk with Me O My Lord - White
Suggestions about other free-to-use hymns that could be included are welcome: leave a message in the Comments box near the bottom of the page.
in my missal i don't have the acclamation in each cycles so it is difficult to know what it is how can you help me to find them please
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