Hymns
New songs for ancient truths.
Original compositions and lyrical theology that find a voice in the Anglican tradition and the neurodivergent experience. These are melodies for the quiet keeping and the communal heart.
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For the Celtic Bishops Conference
1.Where western seas keep watch and prayBy David’s valleyed shrine,We gather on the pilgrim pathTo seek the heart divine.2.From Ireland’s shores of wind and wave,Where Patrick climbed the height,We come with Brigid’s living flameTo walk in Christ’s pure light.3.From Cymru’s cliffs where breakers soundAnd David’s counsel stays,We bring the strength of quiet heartsFormed through his… Continue reading
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A hymn for Pip & Jim — “Christ, the Path of ancient blessing” (87.87.D)
Philip’s longing and James’s steadfastness meet the neurodivergent “haze” in this new hymn. A prayer for those finding ogham courage on the Church’s quiet thresholds. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Fifth Sunday of Easter — “At altar-stone Your work is shown” (CM)
A new Easter hymn for the neurodivergent soul. Rooted in Psalm 31, this sensory liturgy celebrates our unique “times” and “irregular” shapes within the Body. Continue reading
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A Pilgrim Church, A Shared Table: A hymn of mission—“From wells where ancient saints once prayed” (DCM)
From wells where ancient saints once prayed 1.From wells where ancient saints once prayedand fires of Brigid shone,you formed a Church of wandering heartsto make your mercy known.Through coracle and pilgrim staffyour Gospel crossed the sea;and Ireland’s monks in distant landsbore witness faithfully.2.At your shared table, Christ, we stand,recalling love outpoured;in broken bread and lifted… Continue reading
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A hymn of thanks for Ballymena Academy — “We thank You Lord, for steadfast ground” (DCM)
Thirty years on, and on the eve of its bicentenary, a hymn of thanksgiving for Ballymena Academy—for steadfast purpose, shared memory, and foundations that still hold. Continue reading
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Between Two Homes: A Hymn from the In-between—“Where Tiber winds through ancient streets” (CM)
An Irish Anglican explores the “in-between” of faith through a new hymn, reflecting on a historic Roman encounter and the personal longing for a shared home. Continue reading
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A new hymn for St Mark’s Day —“God of wild and urgent Gospel” (87 87 D)
A new hymn for St Mark’s Day Continue reading
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Not to Us Be Glory: Vocation, Vigil, and Psalm 115: a new hymn—“Not to us be glory given” (87 87 D)
Not to us be glory: a hymn shaped by Psalm 115 turns watchfulness into mercy, and calls us from self toward service, trust, and quiet, faithful witness. Continue reading
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A new Easter hymn for Good Shepherd Sunday—“The Shepherd walks our winding ways” (DCM)
Walk the Barrow’s mist with a Shepherd who never hurries. This new hymn offers a quiet, neurodivergent-friendly refuge for Good Shepherd Sunday’s winding, sacred paths. Continue reading
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A new hymn for Calstock—“By Tamar’s tide we stand in hope” (DCM)
A hymn for St Andrew, shaped by memory and place, rooted in the landscape and soundscape of Calstock in Cornwall’s Tamar Valley. Continue reading
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A hymn of thanksgiving for those who heal—“For those whose calling is to heal” (CM)
For those whose calling is to heal 1.For those whose calling is to heal,whose hands bring calm release,we thank you, Lord, whose mercy growslike meadowsweet in peace.2.For nurses keeping watch by night,for doctors holding fast,your strength is in their steady carelike yarrow in the grass.3.For those who tend our wounds with graceand soothe our anxious… Continue reading
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A UK-wide version of a Scouting hymn for St George’s Day—“From chalk-white downs to mountain paths” (CM)
Sometimes a hymn is reshaped and widened after being written. Here’s a UK-wide scouting hymn for St George’s Day. Continue reading
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A Scouting hymn for St George’s Day—“On drumlin paths we learn to stand” (CM)
On drumlin paths we learn to stand 1On drumlin paths we learn to stand,Where lough‑winds shape the day;Lord, guide our hearts to Be Prepared,And keep us on your way.2As George once faced the shadowed wrongWith courage, calm and true,So teach our hearts to do our bestIn all we say and do.3Through forest trails and rising… Continue reading
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A new Easter hymn from North Antrim—“Along the Antrim paths He came” (DCM)
The hymn reflects on Christ’s quiet presence, offering hope and peace to those grieving, emphasizing recognition through familiar gestures, and inviting renewal in everyday life. Continue reading
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A hymn in honour of St Fin Barre—“God of the Lee, whose light shaped Fin Barre’s way” (10 10 10 10)
A hymn written in Thanksgiving for the ministry of the Rt Rev Dr Paul Colton, Bishop of Cork, Cloyne, and Ross, from my book “A Living Cloud of Irish Witnesses” posted here on the day he returns the Diocesan Crozier as he retires. Continue reading
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A Eucharistic hymn inspired by Psalm 103 — “Bless the land, O all my being” (87 87 D)
The hymn celebrates God’s unwavering presence and mercy, emphasizing that even in vulnerability, creation’s praise allows us to reconnect with divine grace and community. Continue reading
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St Munchin. A tune for “By the Shannon’s flowing waters”.
A new voice for the Shannon. Composer Thurlow Weed sets “By the Shannon’s flowing waters” to ST. MUNCHIN—a melody capturing the river’s grace and a saint’s steadfastness. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Second Sunday of Easter — “At Break of Day the Christ draws near” (88 88 88)
A hymn shaped by Irish light and land, written from a mind that reads the world through texture, pattern, and quietness, meeting the risen Christ. Continue reading
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A hymn for St George’s Parish, Belfast — “We sing of George, whose courage shone” (DCM)
Reflecting on St George’s Parish Church Belfast, celebrating its welcoming spirit, rich community, and connection to its patron saint, inspiring a hymn to honour its legacy. Continue reading
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Eucharistic Easter hymn — “On Kildare’s Plain the Dawn Unfolds” (CM)
A Eucharistic Easter hymn written in Kildare Cathedral on Easter Day reminding us of the Risen Christ. Continue reading
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