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Luise Reichardt

1779 - 1826 Person Name: C. Luise Reichardt Topics: The Christian Life Loyalty and Courage; Conflict, Spirtual; Commitment; Spiritual Conflict; Courage; Invitation to Discipleship; Jesus Christ Final Victory; Missions; Saving Work of Christ Composer of "ARMAGEDDON" in The Worshiping Church Caroline Luise Reichardt Germany 1779-1826. Born in Berlin to middle class parents and musical composers, she received some formal education and musical training from her father and his friends, but also was self-taught. Her grandfather was Konzertmeister, and her father was Kapellmeister at the court of Frederick, the Great. Louise was musical and had a good voice. She played piano and sang. In 1800 four of her own compositions were published along with a collection of her father’s songs. The Reichardts entertained well-known literary figures of the day. She later used poetry from Phillip Ludwig Achim von Arnim in a collection of 12 songs she composed. In 1809 she settled in Hamburg, Germany, where she made a living as a singing teacher and composed music. She also organized and directed a women’s chorus. She did behind-the-scenes conducting of music when she could. She was known for her untiring efforts in the production of Handel choral works, translating and preparing texts and choruses to be conducted by male counterparts. She also translated the Latin works of Hasse and Graun into German. She played a significant role in the formation of the German choral movement, a driving force in 19th century musical nationalism. She composed 75+ songs and choral pieces in various styles and accompaniments. Her husband-to-be, Friedrich August Eschen, died suddenly on the eve before their wedding. Her second husband-to-be, a painter, Franz Gareis, also died before their wedding. She died at Hamburg, Germany. John Perry

Graham Kendrick

b. 1950 Topics: Living the Christian Life Commitment and Dedication to Service Author of "All I once held dear (Knowing You)" in Complete Mission Praise Graham Kendrick (b. England, August 2, 1950), the son of a Baptist minister in Northamptonshire, is one of the most prolific Christian singer-songwriters in the United Kingdom. He’s written music for over thirty years, and to date has released thirty-eight albums. He is best known for his songs “Shine, Jesus, Shine,” “Knowing You,” and “The Servant King.” Kendrick has received honorary doctorates in divinity from Brunel University and Wycliffe College. In 1987 he helped co-found the March for Jesus, which today is a global phenomenon in which Christians take their faith to the streets in a celebration of Christ. In 1995 Kendrick received a Dove Award for his international work, and he remains an active advocate for Compassion International, which is a Christian child sponsorship organization dedicated to the long-term development of children living in poverty around the world, and also is a contributor to CompassionArt, an organization with the aim of generating income from works of art to assist in the relief of suffering around the planet. Laura de Jong

M. A. S. Barber

1801 - 1864 Person Name: Mary A. S. Barber Topics: Christians Commitment Author of "Prince of Peace, Control My Will" in Praise for the Lord (Expanded Edition)

William Edie Marks

1872 - 1954 Person Name: William E. Marks, 1872-1954 Topics: The Gospel in the Christian Life Eternal Life; Commitment/Dedication; Discipleship; Eternal Life; Heaven Composer of "LAST MILE" in One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism Born: July 1872, Delaware (probably Wilmington) Died: November 20, 1954, Wilmington, Delaware. Buried: Lombardy Cemetery, Wilmington, Delaware. Marks was apparently living in Wilmington, Delaware, in 1913. His works include: Cream of Song, with Leander Pickett & O. B. Culpepper & (Louisville, Kentucky: Pickett Publishing Company, 1906) Tears and Triumphs No. 4, with Leander Pickett & Benjamin Butts (Louisville, Kentucky: Pentecostal Publishing Company, 1910) Noted Hymns, 1927 (editor) Lyrics-- Christmas Joy Tasting the Joys Trying to Be More like Jesus We Shall Hear Him Say, "Well Done" Music-- Best Thing I Ever Did, The End Is Not Yet, The I Am Going to Continue In the Morning We Shall See It Is Mine Jesus Satisfies Jesus Took the Burden Off Keep Telling It Last Mile of the Way, The Let Jesus Remove It Today Lift Thy Face to the Light! Rapture Indeed! Tell It Wherever You Go When We Use Our Talents You Ought to Know Him http://www.hymntime.com/tch/bio/m/a/r/k/marks_we.htm

James Wood

1921 - 2003 Person Name: James H. Wood Topics: Christians Commitment Harmonizer of "BEACH SPRING" in Praise for the Lord (Expanded Edition) James Wood was born April 14, 1921, in Rochester, Minn. He was a teacher of music and a concert singer, a choral conductor and composer In later life, he published a book of poems titled, "Songs Without Melodies." Dianne Shapiro

Walford Davies

1869 - 1941 Person Name: H Walford Davies 1869-1941 Topics: The Christian Life Commitment and Obedience Composer of "GOD BE IN MY HEAD" in Praise! psalms hymns and songs for Christian worship

Laura A. Herman

Topics: Going Forth; Children Zipper songs; Christian Year Epiphany; Christian Year Lent; Commitment; Discipleship; Obedience; Service Music Response / Affirmation; Service Music Sending Forth Author of "Take Up His Song" in More Voices

Graham Maule

1958 - 2019 Person Name: Graham Maule (b. 1958) Topics: Saints St Andrew; Christian Initiation; Children and All-Age Worship; Commitment; Compassion; Discipleship; God Love of; Healing; Love for Others; Other Saints and Festivals Andrew the Apostle; Proper 10 Year C; Proper 19 Year B; Self-offering; Sharing and Caring; The Church's Ministry and Mission; The Second Sunday of Epiphany Year A; The Second Sunday of Lent Year B; Vocation Author of "Will you come and follow me" in Ancient and Modern

Charles Vincent

1852 - 1934 Person Name: Charles John Vincent, 1852-1934 Topics: Living the Christian Life Commitment and Dedication to Service Composer of "ST JUDE" in Complete Mission Praise Vincent, Charles; b. Sept. 19, 1852, Houghton-le-Spring, Durham, d. Feb. 28, 1934, Monte Carlo; English organist. Full name Charles John Vincent, Jr.

Austin C. Lovelace

1919 - 2010 Topics: The Church in the World Commitment: Peace and Justice; Bible; Biblical Characters Isaiah; Christian Year Advent; Commitment; Ecology; God Kingdom, Majesty, Realm; Joy; Justice; Kingdom of God; Nation; Peace (World); Prophets; Water; Word of God; Advent 2 Year A; Epiphany 8 Year C Harmonizer of "SAMANTHRA" in Voices United LOVELACE, AUSTIN C., AAGO: (1919-2010) D.S.M., Union Theological Seminary, New York. Recitals, workshops, festivals, lectures in 17 different denominations in 45 states as well as in Finland, Scotland, Canada, and New Zealand. Past President, Fellow, and Life member, HSUSC. 50 year member, Hymn Society of Great Britain and Ireland. Author of five books; co-editor and consultant of denominational and other hymnals. Longtime member, ASCAP. Composer of over 800 compositions published by 20 publishers. Organist for the 2nd Assembly of the World Council of Churches, 1954. Dean of the first North Carolina Chapter, AGO. Chairman of the 1968 National Convention, AGO, in Denver. Two terms on the National Council, AGO. Co-founder, with Tom Matthews, of the North Shore Chapter, AGO. Minister of Music Emeritus. Denver Chapter, AGO. Austin C. Lovelace (from In Melody and Song, Darcey Press, 2014)