1. A Dedication
    By: Lea Morris

    This simple chant by new CMP artist Lea Morris sings the intention to dedicate our lives, homes and all we do to bringing more joy, love and peace into this beautiful creation. Learn More

  2. Again And Again
    By: The Many

    This brand new song from The Many is such a gift to us all right now. The song acknowledges some of the heartbreaking realities of injustice and cruelty that confront us, such as the separation of families at U.S. borders. The lyrics validate our sorrow and frustration with the fact that even though we pray and work for justice, we humans keep losing our way and causing each other so much unnecessary pain. But as always, The Many reminds us that God is with us and sustaining us and leading us in the midst of heartache and loss. In other words, God comes to us--"again and again"-- in the middle of our brokenness and bewilderment, and gives us courage and strength to keep living, loving, and working for change. There is a great video available for this song that is perfect for virtual worship! CCLI #716829 Learn More

  3. All For Good
    By: Emma Ceurvels

    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

  4. All Through The Night
    By: Ken Medema

    Ken Medema presents the traditional hymn, "All Through The Night," with a quiet piano accompaniment suitable for a reflective benediction. Learn More

  5. Always Got Time For Love
    By: Heatherlyn

    A catchy and soulful song about the simple but powerful truth that anytime is the right time to give, receive, and share love. This one could easily lend itself to a soloist doing the verses and then congregation easily picking up the chorus. Learn More

  6. Arise
    By: Tracy Howe

    From singer/songwriter Tracy Howe: "Based on Isaiah 60, this is an upbeat gathering song declaring the promises of God that God's love brings God's people together." Learn More

  7. Ashes to Ashes
    By: Andra Moran

    A song of longing and hope for Ash Wednesday. We have two lead sheets available. One is capoed up one fret for guitar players, the other set in Bb. Note: A brand new lyric video for this song is now available! Learn More

  8. Ask Seek Knock
    By: The Many

    In the spirit of John Bell and Taize, here is a new 2 or 3 part round that can be sung unaccompanied or with a band and/or choir and congregation. It's a setting from The Many of the powerful words of God’s care for us in Matthew 7:7. "Ask and it shall be given. Seek and you will find. Knock and the door will be opened.” If you have never tried to sing a round with your congregation, this is a place to start. This is also a great song to use as a table grace, before congregational dinners or in small groups or family dinners. Learn More

  9. Be Still And Know
    By: Sherri Hansen

    This is a brand new song by composer Sherri Hansen based on the well known line from Psalm 46:10, "Be still and know that I am God." Sherri has done a beautiful job of putting to music the "subtraction prayer" practice by which a word is removed from this phrase until the word "be" is all that remains before going into silence. The audio was produced and performed by well known CMP artist Richard Bruxvoort-Colligan, and the still photos in the video were taken by Sherri Hansen. This simple but beautiful song is going to be used widely we're sure! Learn More

  10. Be Thou My Vision-Give Me Eyes
    By: Heatherlyn

    Artist Heatherlyn builds on the well known hymn "Be Thou My Vision" by adding a chorus which is a prayer for spiritual vision and commitment to truth, justice, and love. A great way to honor the traditional hymn with a fresh twist. Learn More

  11. Behold the Night
    By: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan

    A meditation song for Winter Solstice appreciating the goodness of darkness. Learn More

  12. Body of God
    By: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan

    An Advent-Christmas song about the incarnation-- a kind of midrash take on the Jesus birth story. The title comes from theologian Sallie McFague. Learn More

  13. Come Down Spirit
    By: Ken Medema

    Using a contemporary rock style, Ken Medema fervently asks God's Spirit to redeem us, refine us, and revive us in powerful new ways. The building intensity of Ken's piano accompaniment focuses worshippers on the growing earnestness of the song's prayer. This musical invocation is suitable for congregational singing. Learn More

  14. Drawing Nearer
    By: Christopher Grundy

    This song has been on the site for a while, but we just added a wonderful video for it. Perfect for Advent 2020 virtual worship! In the midst of all the difficulties of our present time, this Advent song looks toward Christmas with hope. A laid back folk/pop chorus, it was written for Advent rites of candle lighting. Easy to play on guitar or keyboard, the song can also be used with a full band. One License #CGDN2014 Learn More

  15. Every Time I Feel The Spirit (Kindle Our Souls)
    By: Andra Moran

    This adaptation of the classic melody, "Every Time I Feel the Spirit" has new lyrics written for Pentecost in 2020 in response to the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Movement. The rollicking piano arrangement will surely have your congregation feeling the Spirit! Learn More

  16. Extravagant Love
    By: The Many

    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

  17. Gathering Hymn
    By: Ken Medema

    Ken Medema takes the familiar Ebenezer hymn tune and sets his original lyrics as a call to worship for many kinds of believers--those who are joyful, those who are broken, those without answers, and those who stand firm in faith. He reminds us that God asks us to gather in worship with our fears and our masks left at the door. Ken has created new music to lead us into each new verse. The hymn culminates in a prayer from the gathered for the journey ahead. This setting is highly suitable for congregational singing. Learn More

  18. God of the Movements and Martyrs
    By: David LaMotte

    "God of the Movements and Martyrs" was written in honor of the 85th anniversary of the North Carolina Council of Churches. the Council was formed in 1935 to address racial injustice, and continues to work for peace, justice, equity, and inclusion. The hymn honors Christians who have been working for a better world for generations, because of their faith, and invites all of us to join in that sacred work. Learn More

  19. God of the Movements and Martyrs (The Many Version)
    By: The Many

    "God of the Movements and Martyrs" was written in honor of the 85th anniversary of the North Carolina Council of Churches. the Council was formed in 1935 to address racial injustice, and continues to work for peace, justice, equity, and inclusion. The hymn honors Christians who have been working for a better world for generations, because of their faith, and invites all of us to join in that sacred work. Note: There are several different versions of this song on the CMP site. Each version has it's own product page and related downloads available. It is the same song done in several different styles by several different artists. Learn More

  20. God Will See Us Through
    By: Emma Ceurvels

    A brand new song from Emma Ceurvels and Bryan Sirchio. We're really excited about this one! A simple song of hope and encouragement that reminds us that God is with us and that God will always see us through times of heartache and challenge. This song will work in many different liturgical moments and will be a great source of comfort and hope and healing both to individuals and to groups of people. Learn More

  21. God's Love Will Hold Us
    By: Bryan Sirchio

    This song was written specifically for Maundy Thursday, the last night of Jesus's life, and yet it is useful for any time people feel "up against it." One of the Gospels says that after the Last Supper and the foot washing, and after Judas left the table to betray him, Jesus and his disciples sang a hymn together before they left for the garden of Gethsemane. A song that would give Jesus strength to face what he knew the next day was going to mean for him. It is our hope that this song will be a source of strength and courage for those facing a difficult tomorrow. Learn More

  22. Hold My Hand
    By: Ken Medema

    On this journey we cannot walk alone. We must share our trials and joys, our stormy paths and our celebrations. Using a memorable melody with a delightful upbeat accompaniment, Ken Medema encourages us to hold hands with a grasp that does not let go as we work for greater understanding and compassion in this world. This song is suitable for congregational singing, especially in informal settings. Learn More

  23. Holy River
    By: Brian Schroeder

    This song imagines God as a river, leading us to peace. Great for Pentecost and Holy Spirit centered worship. CCLI #7236610 Learn More

  24. Honor The Dark
    By: Lea Morris

    This 4 part a capella arrangement holds a unique and much needed message--that there are gifts and truths given in the "dark." In addition to this being a powerful message in and of itself--that there is beauty and power and deep Truth to be experienced in the dark moments and realities of life (literally and metaphorically), there is also power in challenging the implicit racist implications in assuming that "light is good" and "dark is bad." This song could be a congregational song and/or a choral anthem. It could also be a piece to use on "Good Friday" during Holy Week. Lots of potential uses for this provocative chorus. Learn More

  25. Hope Will Rise Again
    By: Andra Moran

    This upbeat Easter song emphasizes hope and resilience and is a particularly good fit for this time in history. The chorus of the song includes the line "In the valley of the shadow, we're the candle in the window, saying Hope will rise again." This song includes springtime nature images in the lyrics. It can also be used throughout Eastertide. Stylistically, this is an Americana song and the chord structure will be accessible for a worship band. A video is available for this song making it particularly useful for virtual worship. This song is part of a package of resources for Holy Week Worship with virtual and in-person options from the award winning worship designers Andra Moran and Suzanne Castle at www.brimproject.com Learn More

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