The hymnal website was an invaluable resource for people following the development of Glory to God. It hosted sample videos, free resources, and extensive histories. As the new year begins, material will move from the current website to a new host: www.pcusastore.com . The pcusastore.com is a joint effort between... Continue reading

This week is hymnal advocacy & relations coordinator Meg Flannagan's last full week in the office. She will return to congregational ministry in the new year. Well done, good and faithful servant! For future questions about Glory to God and related resources, please contact Customer Service (1-800-533-4371), or visit the... Continue reading

The first samples of the projection edition case are here! Images of the actual slides are on a previous blog post. For questions about hymnal products, please call Customer Service: 1-800-533-4371. Continue reading

The Chair of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS), Dr. Mary Louise Bringle, published a new resource for those exploring Glory to God. Introducing Glory to God: A Guide for Welcoming the New Hymnal into Your Congregation addresses the whys and hows of new hymnals, in addition to specific... Continue reading

From the mailbag: I purchased a copy of the new hymnal for my home and my use in personal worship. I can truthfully say that by singing a hymn and reading (I'm a fairly new Presbyterian) a creed from the hymnal at the conclusion of my early morning time of... Continue reading

A number of people wonder how to use the printed psalms with short refrains in Glory to God. (See "The Steadfast Love of the Lord" #59 and "The Lord Is My Light" #842 for two examples.) Some may choose to sing only the refrain (which may or may not be... Continue reading

The new Presbyterian hymnal, Glory to God, has been received with resounding acclaim. Published in September 2013 by the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation (PPC), the book continues to be adopted by a growing number of Presbyterian and ecumenical congregations. Pastors, musicians, and congregation members have delighted in the multiple print and... Continue reading

This week is hymnal editor David Eicher's last full week in the office. He will serve in a part-time capacity for the next year as "deployed" staff (not in Louisville). Well done, good and faithful servant! Continue reading

The remaining copies of the special General Assembly edition are available for purchase. This green cover is imprinted with the seal of the 221st General Assembly (Detroit). Call Customer Service to order: 1-800-533-4371. Hardcover. $25. Available while supplies last. Continue reading

Commissioners to the 221st General Assembly (Detroit) will receive a special green edition of Glory to God from the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation. This special edition is identical to the Presbyterian editions of Glory to God, with the addition of the General Assembly seal on the cover. Here is a sneak... Continue reading

Finalized screen shots of the projection editions are now available! Here is the words-only version: Here is the melody-only version: Here is the harmonic version: For more information, please contact Customer Service (1-800-533-4371) or visit www.thepresbyterianleader.com . Continue reading

The 221st General Assembly (Detroit) is less than two months away, and the denomination is actively preparing for its biannual gathering. The Committee on Local Arrangements (COLA) arranged worship and mission opportunities within the Detroit area. Elder commissioners submitted their names as candidates for Moderator. Presbyteries sent overtures to the... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

At each of the 6 national publication celebrations for Glory to God, members of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song (PCOCS) reflected on their service with the hymnal project. They shared highlights, challenges, and things they learned. Their words offered a glimpse into the intimacy and hard work of building... Continue reading

The Office of Theology & Worship is one of the partners in the hymnal project. Their quarterly worship publication is Call to Worship. It is an excellent resource for pastors and musicians involved in worship planning. Special issue 47.2 is dedicated entirely to Glory to God. There are articles about... Continue reading

The Presbyterian News Service published an article on the final Glory to God launch event. It is a wonderful synopsis of Rev. Dr. Martha Moore-Keish's plenary addresses. Thanks to Jerry Van Marter for joining us! Continue reading

There are a number of resources available to help pastors, musicians, and congregations consider Glory to God. Within the hymnal project itself, the staff and Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song members are our best asset. They travel across the country teaching, preaching, and leading worship. Contact mflannagan@presbypub.com to schedule an... Continue reading

The final Glory to God national celebration begins in two weeks. Harvey Browne Memorial Presbyterian Church (Louisville, KY) is our host. If you have not attended a national launch event, do not wait any longer. Online registration ends March 7. These events are designed for everyone - those who have... Continue reading