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 - sometimes in a limited setting. Many such hymns are old/traditional - but where possible a variety of styles and genres are included.
A small selection of hymns which are still copyright may also be included, if they are particularly relevant.
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.
Readings
First: Jeremiah 38: 4-6, 8-10 - the prophet Jeremiah is thrown into a well to die - but Ebed-melech interceded with the king, who had him rescued.Psalm: 39 - Lord come to my aid / I waited for the Lord / He drew me from the deadly pit / He put a new song into my mouth
Second: Hebrews 12:1-4 - We should throw off anything that hinders - especially sin - and keep running steadily in the race. Let us not lose sight of Jesus.
Gospel: Luke 12:49-53 - I am here to bring division - households will be divided against themselves - sons against fathers, mothers against daughters.
Themes
God as our protector in times of difficulty. The Christian life is not easy - solidarity, strength for the journey. Setting the world on fire.Art for this week
See lectionary art for this Sunday for suggested pictures and art-works based on today's readings.Free-use hymns
A Mighty Fortress is our GodAll my Hope on God is Founded
Be Thou my Vision
Eternal Ruler of the Ceaseless Round
Fight the Good Fight
God Moves in a Mysterious Way - Cowper
Holy God we Praise Thy Name
How Firm a Foundation
I have Decided to Follow Jesus
In Christ there is no East or West
Lift up your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates
My Song is Love Unknown
Psalm 39 - Music for Mass setting
O God our Help in Ages Past
See How Great a Flame Aspires - Wesley
Sing Praise to God who Reigns Above
Take up Thy/Your Cross
The Church's One Foundation
What Wondrous Love is This
Hymns which may still be copyright
Be Still for the Presence of the Lord - Evans
God Give your People Strength - Winter
God Whose Purpose is to Kindle - Trueblood
Lead us from Death to Life - Haugen
God Give your People Strength - Winter
God Whose Purpose is to Kindle - Trueblood
Lead us from Death to Life - Haugen
Spirit of Truth and Grace - Cunningham
Within our Darkest Night - Taizé
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