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Sword into a Plowshare

Author: Darryl Neustaedter Barg Meter: Irregular Appears in 1 hymnal Refrain First Line: A rusty sword is the way of a world Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 First Line: We share the holy image of God Topics: Camps and Retreats; Children Appropriate for; Following Christ; Forgiveness; Jesus Christ Teachings of; Nonviolence; Prophets; Unity; Unity in Diversity Used With Tune: SWORD INTO A PLOUGHSHARE

There's a song in the heart of creation

Author: Michael Forster, b. 1946 Meter: 10.9.10.9 Appears in 1 hymnal Refrain First Line: A song of peace Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 Topics: Healing; Hope and Consolation; Human Rights Used With Tune: BIRNHAM

I'll Be a Sunbeam

Author: Nellie Talbot Appears in 120 hymnals Refrain First Line: A sunbeam, a sunbeam Scripture: Matthew 5:14 First Line: Jesus wants me for a sunbeam Lyrics: 1 Jesus wants me for a sunbeam, To shine for Him each day; In every way try to please Him, At home, at school, at play. Chorus: A sunbeam, a sunbeam, Jesus wants me for a sunbeam; A sunbeam, a sunbeam, I’ll be a sunbeam for Him. 2 Jesus wants me to be loving, And kind to all I see; Showing how pleasant and happy, His little one can be. (Chorus) 3 I will ask Jesus to help me To keep my heart from sin; Ever reflecting His goodness, And always shine for Him. (Chorus) 4 I’ll be a sunbeam for Jesus; I can if I but try; Serving Him moment by moment, Then live for Him on high. (Chorus) Used With Tune: [Jesus wants me for a sunbeam]

Somos Pueblo Que Camina (Welcome, Pilgrims on the Journey)

Author: Manuel Dávila; Ronald F. Krisman, n. 1946 Appears in 1 hymnal Refrain First Line: Accudamos jubilosos (Join together now, rejoicing) Scripture: Matthew 5:6 First Line: Somos pueblo que camino (Welcome, pilgrims on the journey) Topics: Rites of the Church Eucharist; Ritos de la Iglesia Eucaristía; Alegría; Joy; Bienvenida; Welcome; Brotherhood and Sisterhood; Fraternidad y Hermandad; Christian Life; Vida Cristiana; Feast; Fiesta; Gathering; Reunión, Entrada; Hambre y Sed; Hunger and Thirst; Humildad; Humility; Journey; Viaje; Justice; Justicia; Liberación; Liberation; Lucha; Struggle; People of God; Pueblo de Dios; Petition/Prayer; Súplica/Oración; Pobreza; Poverty; Presence of God; Presencia de Dios; Unidad; Unity Used With Tune: SOMOS PUEBLO

Somos pueblo que camina (We Are People on a Journey)

Author: Manuel Dávila; Carolyn Jennings Meter: 8.7 with refrain Appears in 13 hymnals Refrain First Line: Acudamos jubilosos (Joyfully we come together) Scripture: Matthew 5:6 Topics: Faith Journey; Gathering; Jesus Christ Presence of; Justice; Justice Economic; Justice Racial; Pilgrimage; Unity; World Communion Used With Tune: SOMOS PUEBLO Text Sources: La Misa Popular Nicaragüense, 20th c.

Bienaventurados

Author: Lourdes C. Montgomery, n. 1956 Appears in 2 hymnals Refrain First Line: Alégrense y llénense de gozo Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 First Line: Bienaventurados, pobres de la tierra Topics: Bienaventuranzas; Discipulado; Justicia Social; Reino de Dios; Vida Eterna; Ritos de la Iglesia Confirmación; Solemnidades y Fiestas Todos los Santos (1 de Noviembre) Used With Tune: [Bienaventurados, pobres de la tierra]

El cielo canta alegría (Heaven Is Singing for Joy)

Author: Pablo Sosa Meter: 7.4.6.8 with refrain Appears in 26 hymnals Refrain First Line: ¡Aleluya! Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16 Topics: Conversion and New Life; Funeral / Memorial Service; Heaven; Joy; Mission; Praise Used With Tune: ALEGRÍA (Sosa)

All good gifts around us

Author: Matthias Claudius, 1740-1815; Jane Montgomery Campbell, 1817-1878 Meter: 7.6.7.6 D with refrain Appears in 453 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:45 First Line: We plough the fields, and scatter Lyrics: 1 We plough the fields, and scatter the good seed on the land, but it is fed and watered by God's almighty hand: he sends the snow in winter, the warmth to swell the grain, the breezes, and the sunshine, and soft, refreshing rain. Refrain: All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above; then thank the Lord, O thank the Lord, for all his love. 2 He only is the maker of all things near and far; he paints the wayside flower, he lights the evening star; the winds and waves obey him, by him the birds are fed; much more to us, his children, he gives our daily bread. [Refrain] 3 We thank thee then, O Father, for all things bright and good, the seed-time and the harvest, our life, our health, our food. Accept the gifts we offer for all thy love imparts, and, what thou most desirest, our humble, thankful hearts. [Refrain] Topics: Harvest; Easter VI Rogationtide Used With Tune: WI PFLÜGEN

They Built the Church

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Meter: 8.8.8.8 with alleluias Appears in 1 hymnal Refrain First Line: Alleluia! Alleluia! Scripture: Matthew 5:23 First Line: They built the church that is our home Lyrics: 1 They built the church that is our home with Jesus Christ, the cornerstone, a strong foundation for the past, but in these days, will this church last? Alleluia! 2 Life’s only constant now is change, our way is hard, and times are strange, yet sing, rejoice, let prayers be said! The church lives on with Christ as head! Alleluia! 3 The church lives on, as we proclaim the love of God in Christ who came to dwell with us, show us the way to walk as faithful friends today. Alleluia! 4 The church lives on, as we are fed by Christ, the life-sustaining Bread, and share the cup of blessed grace with others gathered in this place. Alleluia! 5 The church lives on, to us a trust from Christ, to shape a world more just, to dry the tears of those who cry, and feed the hungry, lest they die. Alleluia! 6 The church lives on, transcending time, connecting us with saints divine, embracing all who come to own Christ as their head and cornerstone. Alleluia! Topics: Church Used With Tune: CHANGING TIMES

Seek Ye First

Author: Karen Lafferty (1948-) Meter: Irregular with refrain Appears in 75 hymnals Refrain First Line: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 First Line: Seek ye first the kingdom of God Topics: Call and Vocation; Kingdom Used With Tune: SEEK YE FIRST