1. A Better Place
    By: Bryan Sirchio

    This is one of the most popular songs from a 22 song collection of Children's songs Bryan Sirchio was asked to create for the "Shine" VBS curriculum put together by the Mennonite Church and Menno Media Productions. This is a fun, uptempo song that kids love to sing. I simply explores the justice and love and care for creation that we are called to when we're living "in the Jesus Way." Kids Choirs will have fun with this one! Learn More

  2. Atheist
    By: Brian McLaren

    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

  3. Called By Earth And Sky
    By: Pat Mayberry

    A fantastic contemporary hymn by Canadian composer and artist Pat Mayberry. We have a feeling this one is going to enjoy a very wide use once you hear it. Great lyrics, very accessible, and a wonderful earth-honoring message that is right on time and then some. Your congregation will love this one! Learn More

  4. Canticle Of The Sun
    By: Tracy Howe Wispelwey

    This is another song composed by Brian McLaren and performed and produced by Tracy Howe Wispelwey and band. The song is based on the well known words of St. Francis of Assisi. More than giving praise for all of creation, it recognizes God in all of creation. This is a rhythmic and lively acoustic driven song that congregations will have fun singing. It can be used in the context of many different liturgical moments in worship. Note: This song has been on the site for a while but is now marked as new because additional files are now available. Learn More

  5. Dream God's Dream
    By: Bryan Sirchio

    This song was originally written as a theme song for a retreat that took place during the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend and that focused on the life and witness of Dr. King.  It underscores the fact that Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech was rooted in his understanding of the Dream of God.  In addition to working well in the context of worship and in several different liturgical moments in worship services, this song is also often used as a theme for church renewal programs, stewardship campaigns, and as music for videos dealing with issues such as hunger, racism, compassion for the poor, and social justice in a broad sense.

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  6. Everything That's Beautiful
    By: Joe Ramsay

    A driving acoustic guitar song that proclaims the simple Truth that all beauty and goodness comes from and points back to the Divine. A nice open tuning sound on the guitar, but the song can be done very simply in standard tuning as well. Easy to learn, fun to sing, and congregations could easily add their own verses to this one. Learn More

  7. Great Big Beautiful World
    By: Bryan Sirchio

    A fun song for kids celebrating the beauty of Creation. This is the title track of a 22 song collection that Bryan Sirchio created for the "Shine" VBS curriculum in conjunction with the Mennonite Church. CMP is delighted to now be a source of great new original music for children (of all ages!) that have solid theology, inclusive language, and great messages. Learn More

  8. Here in This Place
    By: Christopher Grundy

    Another beautiful, singable, earth-honoring chorus. Easy to play on guitar. This song works well for outdoor worship, church camp, or any time you want to connect with the sacred around you. The song also turns the idea that God is somehow "up" on its head, using imagery of the Spirit rising from the ground. The song works well as a gathering song, introit, call to worship, prayer, or as a congregational hymn. Written by Dr. Christopher Grundy, Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship at Eden Theological Seminary. One License #CGHiTP2002 Learn More

  9. I Could Dream Of A World
    By: Ken Medema

    Ken Medema’s CHORAL SETTING of this original text lets singers give voice to disappointments we all face in this life. If we could make our dreams come true, our world would have no pain, no injustice against the land or any living thing, and no war. How do we face the evils and injuries around us? This anthem encourages us to take up the call of charity, of courage, of shouting down the darkness—all possible when we call on God’s Spirit to infuse our journeys. Our dream world is our walk with God’s presence through this life. With music and lyrics by Ken Medema and the choral arrangement by Ken Medema and Cathy Chamblee, this very accessible S.S.A.T.T.B. anthem is supported by a lyrical flowing piano accompaniment. Useful in many different worship settings, your choir will enjoy challenging your congregation to take up the call of the Spirit in their lives. Because this anthem was composed during the pandemic, a performance recording is unavailable, but you may get to know this anthem through the free MIDI-generated recording available on this website. Learn More

  10. I Will Sing of Your Love, Love, Love
    By: Christopher Grundy

    "I Will Sing of Your Love, Love, Love" was commissioned by the Missouri/Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ to support the "Three Great Loves" campaign of the UCC, but any congregation can enjoy singing it.  This easy, upbeat song has a simple, easy-to-learn format and a refrain that gets in your head and stays there. Based on Psalm 89:1, the song is fun to sing, and will work with a full band or just piano or guitar. It would work well for opening of worship, close of worship, or other places where you want to have some fun. The verses focus on three types of God's love, and our love for each other: love of neighbor, love of children, and love of creation. An optional descant can add complexity to the song, as well as an emphasis on working for, "a just world for all." Learn More

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