Most are free-to-use, 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 of these hymns are old/traditional - but where possible a variety of styles and genres are included.
A small selection of hymns that are still subject to copyright may also be included, if they are particularly relevant.
Readings
First: Hosea 6:3-6 - The prophet says that the Lord will come - this is as certain as the dawn, or as spring rains water the earth. .... What I wan is love, not sacrifice, knowledge of God not holocausts.Psalm: 49 - I will show God's salvation to the upright / The God of gods, the Lord / Were I hungry I would not tell you / Pay you sacrifice of thanksgiving to God
Second: Romans 4:18-25 - Abraham believed and drew strength from faith - and so became the father of many nations
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-19 - Jesus calls Matthew from beisde the custom house - and later eats dinner with tax collectors and sinners. He explains that he does so because it is not the healthy who need a doctor - what I want is mercy, not sacrifice.
Themes
God wants our mercy and love, not ritual action. Salvation. Faith. Mercy.Suggested artworks
See lectionary art for this Sunday for suggested pictures and art-works based on today's readings.Free-use hymns and songs
All You who Seek a Comfort SureAmazing Grace
At the Name of Jesus
Love the Lord Your God
The God of Abraham Praise
There's a Wideness in God's Mercy
God is Love - Haas
Hosea - Norbet
Lay Your Hands - Landry
Love is his Word - Connaughton
Micah's Theme - Kelly
The Lord is my Light - Taize
To Abraham and Sarah - Fetter
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.
The God of Abraham Praise
There's a Wideness in God's Mercy
Hymns and songs which may still be copyright
Go Tell Everyone - Dale / RichardsGod is Love - Haas
Hosea - Norbet
Lay Your Hands - Landry
Love is his Word - Connaughton
Micah's Theme - Kelly
The Lord is my Light - Taize
To Abraham and Sarah - Fetter
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.
See also ...
- Many of the hymns about mercy may also be appropriate.
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