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 that 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: Genesis 18:1-10 - The Lord appears to Abraham. He is welcomed, and a feast is prepared for. The visitor enquires after Sarah, and promises that she will have a son within a year.Psalm: 14 - The just will live in the presence of the Lord / Lord who shall dwell on your holy mountain / He who does no wrong to his brother / He who keeps his pledge
Second: Colossians 1:24-28 - I became the servant of the Church when God made me responsible for delivering God's message to you ... the message which was a mystery for generations is now revealed - Christ among you is now revealed
Gospel: Luke 10:38-42 - Martha welcomes Jesus into her home, and is distracted with the serving - her sister Mary sat at his feet and listened, Jesus says this is the better part.
Themes
Hospitality, service. Recognizing and welcoming Jesus as as our friend.Free-use art for this week
See lectionary art for this Sunday for suggested pictures and art-works based on today's readings.Free-use hymns
Be Still and Know that I Am GodBe Still my Soul
Christ be with Me
Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life
God is Love (and the one who lives in love)
Hail to the Lord's Anointed
I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
I Received the Living God
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
Lord Enthroned in Heavenly Splendour
My God I Love Thee
O God our Help in Ages Past
Jesu Thou Joy of Loving Hearts
Psalm 14 - Music for Mass setting
The Lord's my Shepherd
To do Your Will
We Walk by Faith
Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness
Hymns which may still be copyright
A New CommandmentMartha and Mary - Kearney
To Be in Your Presence - Richards
Forth in my name O Lord I go. (Thinking especially of St Martha).
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