A new song from The Many that names some of the ego games and wounded patters in which we often lose ourselves. The song then also names how the Extravagant Love, Mercy, and Grace of God can transform us and make a new way of living and being possible. The song ends with the simple but powerful proclamation that "there is enough to go around" in the abundance of God's Love. Right now all we have for this song is the video and lyrics and chords. We're working on a lead sheet and piano arrangement and will have them available ASAP. CCLI #7140923 Learn More

This piece is a meditation based on the Magnificat of Mary. It asks us to hold in our hearts the prophetic message that God will lift the lowly and bring down the proud. Learn More

"In the Valley" is a song to be sung after a mountaintop experience like a beautiful retreat or a week at a church camp, or in silence, or in nature, or in circumstances we face each day. It might well be sung before a sermon. Learn More

"God of the Word" is an earnest prayer to seek God in the chaos of our lives, to find grace and communion in God's presence and among fellow believers. Learn More

A new song written by Emma Ceurvels and Bryan Sirchio (Emma is Bryan's daughter) based on Romans 8:28. This beautiful song proclaims the simple but powerful truth that God's Grace can bring blessing and beauty and goodness out of even the most painful chapters of our lives. This song works as a congregational song, an anthem, and eventually a choral arrangement will be provided as well. At this point the video is the only product related to this song, but a piano arrangement and lead sheet are in the works and will be posted as soon as possible. Learn More

This beautiful contemporary hymn seems destined to be a powerful and joyful anthem for congregations committed to honoring the diversity, promise, and Extravagant Welcome that is at the heart of the Gospel. This song makes powerful use of the biblical symbol of the rainbow as a sign of God's sustaining Love and a call for the church to be a diverse people of the full range of Divine Love and Light. CMP is convinced that Canadian composer David Kai has hit a home run with this song, and that this song will be a joyful gift to open and affirming congregations in particular. Learn More

New CHORAL SETTINGS of “Come Thou Fount of Ev'ry Blessing” from Ken Medema offer your choirs a fresh “take” on this classic hymn! Ken’s energizing new melody is set with a rhythmic piano part with optional hand drums and body percussion so everyone can get involved in the performance! This joyous, spirited anthem, arranged by Ken Medema and Cathy Chamblee, is available for S.A.T.B. or for S.S.A. choir and is sure to become a favorite for your singers and your congregation. Because these two settings of this anthem were composed during the pandemic, a performance recording is not available, but you may become acquainted with this piece through the free MIDI-generated recording available on this website. Learn More

A short sung prayer asking for openness of heart and mind in preparation for difficult but necessary conversations concerning how to better love all of our neighbors. Note: The audio file is just the melody and guitar, and the video features a fuller production with vocal harmonies and trumpets all played and sang by Christian. Learn More

A beautiful and soulful piano driven song about the Love that is with us through everything and that is "always only our true heart's friend." This one could be a solo anthem or sung by the entire community. CCLI # 7101412 Learn More

A powerful new song focusing on ways in which Jesus is present with us in our daily lives and in the world. Once again The Many has provided us with a song that teaches, inspires, and challenges us to live out the compassion, justice, kindness and Extravagant Welcome that is at the heart of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This song also has a great groove and style and production. Definitely give this one a listen! There is a powerful lyric video available for this song also that makes "Where Jesus Was" especially useful in virtual worship. CCLI Song #7169401 Learn More

Ken Medema reminds us where we find our true strength in “We Will Raise Our Eyes”--an upbeat, easy-to-learn song with a contemporary “take” on the text of Psalm 121. In the middle of the song, Ken pairs the famous Hamburg hymn tune with new lyrics about God’s steadfast protection of us. This song can be performed as a congregational chorus or as a solo, and can be accompanied by piano with options to include organ. Additionally, this song is part of a series of psalm settings by Ken that are featured on CMP, including “God I am Beaten, Battered, and Bruised (Psalm 56),” “All My Life (Psalm 73),” and “It’s Good to Give Thanks (Psalm 92)”—each with a different sound and style. Check them out! Learn More

"Renewed by love and changed by grace to do God's will in every place! To know God and to make God known." Ken Medema sets these reasons to celebrate and this reminder of our task as witnesses to this cheerful, uplifting musical setting. The lyrics to this contemporary song recall the truth and light of God's Word and presence and the joy in serving God even in dangerous times. This piece can be performed as a vocal solo or a congregational song, accompanied solely by piano or with additional rhythm section instruments. Learn More

"All my Life" is a contemporary setting of Psalm 73 and offers a little bit of everything! Ken Medema uses funky rhythmic music for us to sing about the frustration of walking in God's ways while watching evil flourish, and he pairs that with contemplative music as we sing a prayer of gratitude for our salvation and for God's abiding presence. This song is best suited for a vocal solo but the opening verses also allow congregational participation. "All my Life" can be performed with piano and additional rhythm section instruments (guitar and drums). Look for these additional titles in this series of Psalm settings by Ken: "God, I am Beaten, Battered, and Bruised (Psalm 56)," "It's Good to Give Thanks (Psalm 92)," and "We Will Raise Our Eyes (Psalm 121)." Learn More

The brilliant lyrics of Brian McLaren naming some of the "false gods" that he does not believe in, and affirming the beautiful Divine Truth he does embrace and to which he commits his life. Probably a bit more of an anthem or solo song that a congregational piece, but very much worthy of being used liturgically. Learn More