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Understanding our New United Methodist Hymnal

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Paperback · ISBN 9781597523547 · Published: Sep 1, 2005

ISBN
9781597523547
Imprint
Published
September 1, 2005 Sep 1, 2005
Pages
176
Weight
0.65 lb
Audience
General / Adult
Subjects

About this book

Learning about our faith through our songs:

"Know the songs the Methodists sing," it has been said, "and you'll know the Methodists." Our hymns reflect our theology and our history. Now, the expanded Hymnal is being hailed as the best Methodist hymnal ever.

A guided tour through Methodism:

Riley Case's Understand Our New United Methodist Hymnal is an indispensable study book for those who want a deeper understanding of American Methodism as seen through its music. Take a guided tour of dozens of hymns for a close look at United Methodist history, theological traditions, and issues facing the church today.

Great for group or individual study:

This guide is a unique and fascinating way to learn about the new hymnal, the Methodist faith, and the church.
-Teaches Methodist history and theology
-Demonstrates the importance of hymns
-Traces the roots of the faith
-Shows the influence of blacks and women in our hymns

About the author

Riley B. Case, a United Methodist pastor and district superintendent in the North Indiana Conference, served as a consultant on the denomination's Hymnal Revision Committee.
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