Hymnpartial

In this episode, we're taking a moment out to reflect as we celebrate our hundredth episode. We'll also be talking about the lesser known Christmas hymn, 'Thou Who Wast Rich Beyond All Splendour. Featured in this episode are the Red Army (and not the Santa's Little Helper kind), an act of astounding humility, and Scripture to encourage you in the Christmas season and beyond. Support Us! https://ko...

Christmas is here and our advent series begins!! Today we will be talking to Kenny & Claire music. They are here to tell us about the advent hymn 'Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence' as well as the adventures of being a married music duo. Find Kenny & Claire Online Website: https://www.kennyandclaire.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennyandclairemusic/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ar...

Today we're really excited to welcome special guest Cody Curtis, founder and director of the ensemble Psallos. We will be speaking about their latest album on Philippians and the challenges of composing songs about scripture.   Find Psallos Online: https://www.psallos.com/   Support Us! https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Follow Us! Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbea...

These hymn writers seemed to spend a lot of time on boats. In this clip we share an entry from Charles Wesley's journal in which he describes a time he was nearly killed during a voyage.   Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://faceboo...

Today, we're talking about another one of those aggressive Christian hymns. We'll be looking at O Church Arise. Is it too fighty? How old is it really? And is it just a cheap knock-off of In Christ Alone?   Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Faceboo...

'Gospel music' is one of the most popular genres of christian music worldwide. But how did it get started? Who were some of the key players? What are some of the common misconceptions? Tune in to hear the conversation. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial Also follow us on social media @hymnpartial Music by Dyalla Swain http://soundcloud.com/dyallas

In today's Off the Record, we're chatting about the much neglected topic of discernment. We talk about cancel culture, graciousness, and how to cultivate the discipline of discernment.   Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/Hy...

Today we're talking about a hymn that has seen something of a revival in the last twenty years: Living He Loved Me. We'll be talking about another travelling evangelist, Casting Crowns, and, of course, the glorious gospel.   Support Us! Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpa...

Today we're delighted to welcome our special guest, Joni Eareckson Tada. We will be asking her about her new book, speaking about lament and hope in times of great suffering.   Find Joni Online Website: https://www.joniandfriends.org/ Buy the book: https://www.joniandfriends.org/produc...   Support Us! Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online: Email List: https://www.subscribepage.com...

Today we will be talking about one of our all time favourite hymns, O Love That Will Not Let Me Go. We'll be talking about the incredible suffering that went into the writing of this song, the bright hope that it reminds us of, and why rainbows are actually a really beautiful picture of God's faithfulness.   Support Us! Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://w...

Today, we're paying tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II after her recent passing. We'll be talking about the significance of her long reign, the songs that will be sung at both her Thanksgiving service and the State Funeral, and we'll be sharing some hymns that you, our listeners, have sung in times of mourning.   Support Us! Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial   Find Us Online: Mailing Lis...

Welcome to season three! Today, we'll be discussing a hymnal that's been used in the UK for over 200 years. We will be taking a look at the man behind its publication (Reverend William Gadsby) and having a brief chat about acapella singing. Support Us! Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast:...

We're back from our summer break, and we're happy to announce a brand new series in addition to our regular podcast - Off the Record! It's still Hymnpartial, but instead of talking all things church music, we'll occasionally take time out to talk all things. This week we've got some major catching up to do (Cara is especially smiley) plus some reflections, exciting plans, and some fun games for yo...

Today, we're talking to pastor and hymnwriter, Dustin Battles. We're talking about his history with hymn writing, why it is helpful to the pastor, and the surprising parallels between preaching and writing songs for the church.   Find Dustin Online: Website: https://dustinbattles.blogspot.com/ Hymns: https://www.churchworksmedia.com/?s=dustin+battles&post_type=product   Find Us Online: Mailing Lis...

Today we're discussing the popular hymn, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus. We will be talking about the Chautauqua Movement and the passages of Scripture behind this heavenly vision. Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/Hymnpartial T...

Today, we're delighted to welcome Greg de Blieck, a local hymnwriter, and leader of the New Scottish Hymns Band. We discuss the importance of simplicity in sung worship, Greg's own hymnwriting process, and why folk music works so well for congregational singing.   Find the New Scottish Hymns Band Online: Website: newscottishhymns.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newscottishhymns   Find Us On...

Today we're talking with special guest, Anne Sey. We'll be talking about how to get the most out of your next trip to the library, how singing is critical to your child's development, and why you shouldn't wait to start singing hymns with your kids. Find out more about Library 4 Kiddos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/library_4_kiddos/ Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/616adbfcce1180e...

Today we're delighted to welcome special guest Joel Arcieri, host of the Theology of Music podcast. We talk about the state of modern music, how we got here, and whether there is hope for the future. You might be surprised where we agree... Find Joel Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theologyofmusic/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4smTGl9BKeZ1Xq7s3vDw2L?si=5127715fd5b74f5a The G...

Today we have a special fan-inspired episode. We’ve asked for your input and we will be discussing a few silly songs, answering some questions from Instagram and talking about the importance of memorising hymns. Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hymnpartial Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook...

In today's episode we're going to look at an old classic chorus, I Know Whom I Have Believed. We'll be talking about a man who was saved while praying for someone else, how good songs can come out of revival movements too, and why we can have certainty in our faith even if we don't completely understand it. Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com...

Following on from our previous episode, we're taking a deeper look into the method behind the music of churches like Hillsong. We're looking at the origins of the Pentecostal and Revivalist movements, and we're going to try to answer the million dollar question: should Christians sing these songs at church? Scott Aniol's Article: https://g3min.org/stop-singing-hillsong-bethel-jesus-culture-and-ele...

Today we are responding to the documentary 'Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed.' What's all the hype about anyway? The history, the rise to worldwide fame, the scandals - we discuss it all. We watched it, so now you don’t have to. Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com...

Today we're tackling the last hymn in our Countdown to Easter series: Lo, He Comes With Clouds Descending! We'll discuss the man behind the hymn and who the real author is, and we'll be talking about Holy Week and how this song points us to an even more glorious day than Easter. Find Us Online: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hy...

Today we're finishing our short series on Handel’s Messiah with special guests DJ Bulls and Dr Aaron Rice. We find out the history behind Messiah and how Handel plagiarised his own work to create it. We also talk about the controversy of the Oratorio and where this piece really ends. Find Our Guests Online D. J. Bulls (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/manwithbaton/ Dr Aaron Rice (instagram):...

Today, we're kicking off a short series on Handel's 'Messiah' with special guests D. J. Bulls and Dr Aaron Rice. We're looking the man behind this epic piece, discussing how Handel was instrumental in forming the music of an era, and analysing why his music has stood the test of time. All that and more! Find Our Guests Online D. J. Bulls (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/manwithbaton/ Dr Aaro...