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Teach me, O Lord, your way of truth

Hymnal: The Book of Praise #80 (1997) Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons Lyrics: 1 Teach me, O Lord, your way of truth, and from it I will not depart; that I may steadfastly obey, give me an understanding heart. 2 In your commandments make me walk, for in your law my joy shall be; give me a heart that loves your will, from discontent and envy free. 3 Your word sheds light upon my path; a shining light, it guides my feet; your righteous judgements to observe, my solemn vow I now repeat. 4 Your wondrous testimonies, Lord, my soul will keep and greatly praise; your word, by faithful lips proclaimed, to simplest minds the truth conveys. 5 I thirst for your commandments, Lord, and for your mercy press my claim; oh look on me and show the grace displayed to all who love your name. Scripture: Psalm 119:33-36 Languages: English Tune Title: EISENACH

Herald! Sound the note of judgement

Author: Moir A. J. Waters, 1906-1980 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #117 (1997) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12 Languages: English Tune Title: UNSER HERRSCHER

The first nowell

Hymnal: The Book of Praise #136 (1997) Meter: Irregular Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: The first nowell the angel did say Lyrics: 1 The first nowell the angel did say was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay, in fields where they lay keeping their sheep, on a cold winter’s night that was so deep. Refrain: Nowell, nowell, nowell, nowell! Born is the King of Israel. 2 They looked up and saw a star shining in the east beyond them far, and to the earth it gave great light, and so it continued both day and night. [Refrain] 3 And by the light of that same star three wise men came from country far; to search for a king was their intent, and to follow the star wherever it went. [Refrain] 4 This star drew nigh to the northwest; o’er Bethlehem it took its rest; and there it did both stop and stay right over the place where Jesus lay. [Refrain] 5 Then entered in those wise men three full reverently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence their gold and myrrh and frankincense. [Refrain] 6 Then let us all with one accord sing praises to our heavenly Lord, that hath made heaven and earth of nought, and with his blood our life has bought. [Refrain] Scripture: Matthew 1:1-12 Languages: English Tune Title: THE FIRST NOWELL

While shepherds watched

Author: Nahum Tate, 1652-1715 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #138 (1997) Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: While shepherds watched their flocks by night Lyrics: 1 While shepherds watched their flocks by night, all seated on the ground, the angel of the Lord came down, and glory shone around. 2 "Fear not," said he, for mighty dread had seized their troubled mind; "Glad tidings of great joy I bring to you and humankind. 3 "To you, in David's town, this day is born of David's line a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord, and this shall be the sign: 4 "The heavenly babe you there shall find to human view displayed, all meanly wrapped in swaddling bands, and in a manger laid." 5 Thus spoke the seraph, and forthwith appeared a shining throng of angels praising God, who thus addressed their joyful song: 6 "All glory be to God on high, and to the earth be peace; good will henceforth from heaven to earth begin, and never cease!" Scripture: Luke 2:8-14 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER OLD

As with gladness men of old

Author: William Chatterton Dix, 1837-1898 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #172 (1997) Meter: 7.7.7.7.7.7 Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons Lyrics: 1 As with gladness men of old did the guiding star behold; as with joy they hailed its light, leading onward, beaming bright, so, most gracious Lord, may we evermore be led to thee. 2 As with joyful steps they sped, Saviour, to thy lowly bed, there to bend the knee before thee, whom heaven and earth adore, so may we with willing feet ever seek thy mercy seat. 3 As they offered gifts most rare at thy cradle rude and bare, so may we with holy joy, pure and free from sin’s alloy, all our costliest treasures bring, Christ, to thee, our heavenly King. 4 Holy Jesus, every day keep us in the narrow way, and when earthly things are past, bring our ransomed souls at last where they need no star to guide, where no clouds thy glory hide. 5 In that heavenly country bright need they no created light: thou its light, its joy, its crown, thou its sun which goes not down; There forever may we sing hallelujahs to our King. Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 Languages: English Tune Title: DIX

All glory, laud and honour

Author: Theodulph of Orleans, 750-821; John Mason Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #214 (1997) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: Thou art the King of Israel Refrain First Line: All glory, laud, and honour Lyrics: Refrain: All glory, laud, and honour, to thee, Redeemer, King, to whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ring! 1 Thou art the King of Israel, thou David’s royal son, who in the Lord’s name comest, the King and blessed one. [Refrain] 2 The people of the Hebrews with palms before thee went; our praise and prayer and anthems before thee we present. [Refrain] 3 To thee, before thy passion they sang their hymns of praise; to thee, now high exalted, our melody we raise. [Refrain] 4 Thou didst accept their praises; accept the prayers we bring, who in all good delightest, thou good and gracious King. [Refrain] Scripture: Matthew 21:14-17 Languages: English Tune Title: ST. THEODULPH

Jesus Christ is risen today

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788; Ruben Saillens Hymnal: The Book of Praise #243 (1997) Meter: 7.7.7.7 with alleluias Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: Jesus Christ is risen today, hallelujah! (Brisant ses liens funèbres, alleluia!) Lyrics: 1 Jesus Christ is risen today, hallelujah! our triumphant holy day, hallelujah! who did once upon the cross, hallelujah! suffer to redeem our loss, hallelujah! 2 Hymns of praise then let us sing hallelujah! unto Christ our heavenly King, hallelujah! who endured the cross and grave, hallelujah! sinners to redeem and save, hallelujah! 3 But the pains which he endured hallelujah! our salvation have procured; hallelujah! now above the sky he's King, hallelujah! where the angels ever sing, hallelujah! 4 Sing we to our God above, hallelujah! praise eternal as his love; hallelujah! praise him, all ye heavenly host, hallelujah! Father, Son and Holy Ghost. hallelujah! --- FRENCH - Brisant ses liens funèbres, alléluia! Christ est sorti des ténèbres, alléluia! le ciel, la terre ont chanté, alléluia! Jésus est ressuscité, alléluia! 2 Les soldats, le sceau, la pierre, alléluia! n’ont pu le garder en terre, alléluia! et c’est pour nous qu’aujourd’hui, alléluia! le ciel s’ouvre devant lui! alléluia! 3 Il vit notre roi de gloire! alléluia! sépulcre, où est ta victoire? alléluia! le Christ est le vainqueur fort, alléluia! qui triomphe sur la mort, alléluia! 4 Puisque ta mort fut suivie, alléluia! du triomphe de la vie, alléluia! Je veux, ô mon divin Roi, alléluia! mourir et naître avec toi! alléluia! Scripture: Hebrews 12:2 Languages: English; French Tune Title: EASTER HYMN

The day of resurrection

Author: John of Damascus, c.696-c.754; John Mason Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #249 (1997) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: The day of resurrection—earth, tell it out abroad Lyrics: 1 The day of resurrection– earth, tell it out abroad, the Passover of gladness, the Passover of God. From death to life eternal, from earth unto the sky, our Christ hath brought us over with hymns of victory. 2 Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright the Lord in rays eternal of resurrection light, and, listening to his accents, may hear, so calm and plain, his own "All hail!" and, hearing, may raise the victor strain. 3 Now let the heavens be joyful; let earth its song begin; let the round world keep triumph, and all that is therein; invisible and visible, their notes together blend, for Christ the Lord hath risen, our joy that hath no end. Scripture: Luke 24:36 Languages: English Tune Title: ELLACOMBE

Rejoice, the Lord is King

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #267 (1997) Meter: 6.6.6.6.8.8 Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons First Line: Rejoice, the Lord is king (Chrétien, réjouis-toi!) Lyrics: 1 Rejoice, the Lord is King; your sovereign Lord adore; give thanks, O mortals, sing and triumph evermore. Lift up your heart; lift up your voice; rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 2 For Christ the Saviour reigns, the God of truth and love; when Jesus purged our stains, he took his seat above. Lift up your heart; lift up your voice; rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 3 His reign can never fail; he rules o'er earth and heaven: the keys of death and hell are to our Saviour given. Lift up your heart; lift up your voice; rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 4 He sits at God's right hand till all his foes submit and bow to his command and fall beneath his feet. Lift up your heart; lift up your voice; rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 5 Rejoice in glorious hope, for Christ the judge shall come and take the faithful up to their eternal home: We soon shall hear the archangel's voice; the trump of God shall sound: rejoice. --- FRENCH - 1 Chrétien, réjouis-toi! tressaille d'allégresse, car ton Sauveur est roi: regarde à lui sans cesse. En son amour, chrétien, réjouis-toi, réjouis-toi toujours! 2 Exalte le Seigneur: il a sauvé ton âme! Dieu l'a comblé d'honneur après la croix infâme. En son amour, chrétien, réjouis-toi, réjouis-toi toujours! 3 Éclate en saints transports! Voici ton Dieu confie les portes de la mort au Prince de la vie. En son amour, chrétien, réjouis-toi, réjouis-toi toujours! 4 Espère, adore et crois! Jésus seul est le Maître. Au loin déjà je vois sa gloire enfin paraître. En son amour, chrétien, réjouis-toi, réjouis-toi toujours! 5 Christ règne dans le ciel au sein de la lumière, et son règne éternel bientôt viendra sur terre. En son amour, chrétien, réjouis-toi, réjouis-toi toujours! Scripture: Matthew 25:21 Languages: English; French Tune Title: DARWALL'S 148TH

Crown him with many crowns

Author: Matthew Bridges, 1800-1893; Godfrey Thring, 1823-1903 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #274 (1997) Topics: Descants and Fauxbourdons Lyrics: 1 Crown him with many crowns, the Lamb upon the throne: hark, how the heavenly anthem drowns all music but its own! Awake, my soul, and sing of him who died to be your Saviour and your matchless King through all eternity. 2 Crown him the Son of God, before the worlds began; let all who tread where he has trod, crown him the Son of Man, who every grief has known that wrings the human breast, and takes and bears them for his own, that all in him may rest. 3 Crown him the Lord of life, who triumphed o’er the grave, and rose victorious in the strife for those he came to save. His glories now we sing who died and rose on high, Who died eternal life to bring, and lives that death may die. 4 Crown him the Lord of peace whose kingdom is at hand; from pole to pole let warfare cease and Christ rule every land! A city stands on high; Christ's glory it displays, and there the nations "Holy" cry in joyful hymns of praise. 5 Crown him the Lord of years, the Source, the End of time, Creator of the rolling spheres in majesty sublime. All hail, Redeemer, hail, for you have died for me; your praise shall never, never fail through all eternity! Scripture: Isaiah 53:4 Languages: English Tune Title: DIADEMATA