Knowing Hymn

What does it mean to declare, "This is the Christ"? In this episode of Knowing Hymn , Steve and Angi explore the powerful testimony hymn "This Is the Christ" (Hymn 1017 in Hymns—For Home and Church ), with text by James E. Faust and Jan Underwood Pinborough and music by  Michael F. Moody . Originally composed as a choral anthem, this beloved work has inspired worshippers for de...

Knowing Hymn – Episode 48“I Know That My Savior Loves Me” In this episode of Knowing Hymn , Steve and Angi explore the beloved Primary hymn "I Know That My Savior Loves Me" (Hymn 1014 in Hymns—For Home and Church ), with music by Tami J. Creamer and lyrics by Derena A. Bell. Inspired by the Savior's visit to the Nephite children in 3 Nephi 17 , this hymn beautifully connects that sac...

During our interview with Angie Killian, she mentioned this piece, My Own Sacred Grove. Steve shares a recording of this piece (with permission), and then a flute-piano duet arrangement of the same song. Sheet music for My Own Sacred Grove: https://www.angiekillian.com/my-own-sacred-grove Sheet music for Steve's flute/piano duet: https://sdcompose.weebly.com/store/p61/My-Own-Sacred-Grove.html#...

Knowing Hymn – Episode 47“Anytime, Anywhere” with Special Guest Angie Killian In this special episode of Knowing Hymn , Steve and Angi welcome songwriter and hymnwriter Angie Killian to discuss her beloved hymn “Anytime, Anywhere” (Hymn 1012 in Hymns—For Home and Church ). Angie shares the story behind the hymn's creation, explaining how it began as a simple song for children and eventually fo...

Knowing Hymn – Episode 46“My Covenants” In this episode of Knowing Hymn , Steve and Angi explore “My Covenants” (Hymn 1023 in Hymns—For Home and Church ), with words and music by Hanna Josephine Saffer. Originally written for children, this simple yet profound hymn teaches one of the central principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ: the importance of making and keeping covenants with God. Steve an...

In this episode of Knowing Hymn , Steve and Angi explore one of the most beloved additions to Hymns—For Home and Church : “Faith in Every Footstep” by K. Newell Dayley. Often associated with the 1997 Pioneer Sesquicentennial celebration, this hymn is much more than a pioneer anthem. Steve and Angi discuss the hymn's origins, its connections to Doctrine and Covenants 4 , and the powerful messag...

After a 2½-year break, Steve and Angi are back for a brand-new season of Knowing Hymn ! In this episode, they explore one of the newest hymns from Hymns—For Home and Church : “The Power of the Holy Ghost” by Delys Waite Snyder. Together, they discuss the doctrine and inspiration behind the hymn, the role of the Holy Ghost in our daily lives, and the powerful scriptural themes woven throughout the...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #87, God is Love  with text by Thomas R Taylor and music by Thomas C Griggs. Learn about this wonderful hymn full of nature and love. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 1, 2, and 3 John. Join us as we discuss finding God’s love in the world around us.   Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHymn.weebly.com Facebook Group: ...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #228, You Can Make the Pathway Bright  with text by Helen Silcott Dungan and music by James Dungan. Learn about this husband/wife team that created this hymn of inspiration. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 1 and 2 Peter. Join us as we discuss finding joy in the midst of adversity. Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHy...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #26, Joseph Smith’s First Prayer  with text by George Manwaring and music by Sylvanus Billings Pond and adapted by A.C. Smyth. Learn about this wonderful hymn that celebrates the beginning of the restoration of the gospel in the latter days. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in James. Join us as we discuss letting our fai...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #128, When Faith Endures  with text by Naomi W. Randall and music by Stephen M. Jones. Learn how this beautiful hymn of faith was constructed out of the faith of these two faithful saints. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Hebrews 7-13. Join us as we discuss great examples of faith throughout the scriptures. Connect wi...

On this special bonus episode of Knowing Hymn, Steve shares one of his compositions: a unique setting of the text of "I Need Thee Every Hour."

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #98, I Need Thee Every Hour  with text by Annie S. Hawkes and music by Robert Lowry. Hear about the remarkable housewife who wrote over 400 hymn text and brought us these beautiful words of joy and comfort.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Hebrews 1-6. Join us as we discuss our gracious, all-knowing, and all-compassi...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #293, Each Life that Touches Ours for Good  with text by Karen Lynn Davidson and music by A. Laurence Lyon. Learn about the backstory of this hymn and how it can move us to a greater sense of gratitude and compassion.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon. Join us as we discuss being a...

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn  #59, Come, O Thou King of Kings  with text by Parley P. Pratt. Learn about this remarkable man of faith and his passionate pleading for the Lord to come again.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Join us as we discuss the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHymn.weebly...

This week, we talk about hymn  #142, Sweet Hour of Prayer  with text by William W. Walford and music by William Bradbury. Hear how a blind pastor used his remarkable gift to give us these tender words.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Philippians and Colossians. Join as we discuss finding joy in whatever situation we find ourselves. Connect with us! Website:  Kno...

This week, we talk about hymn  #259, Hope of Israel  with text by Joseph L. Townsend and music by William Clayson. Hear about the long-standing collaboration between these two artists as they created many of our beloved hymns.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Ephesians. Join us as we discuss putting on the Armor of God. To watch the Armor of God video mentioned i...

This week, we talk about hymn  #304, Teach Me To Walk in the Light  with text and music by Clara W. McMaster. Hear about this children’s hymn that teaches us how to return to our Father.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Galatians. Join us as we discuss walking in the Spirit and the fruits of doing so. Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHymn.weebly.com Facebook Gro...

This week, we talk about hymn  #223, Have I Done Any Good?  with text and music by William Thompson. Learn about his journey from composer of popular songs to composers of beloved hymns.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 2 Corinthians 8-13. Join us as we discuss the giving service to others with a cheerful spirit. Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHymn.weebly.com...

This week, we talk about hymn  #145, Prayer is the Soul’s Sincere Desire  with text by James Montgomery and music by George Careless. Hear about this remarkable hymn that explores all the facets of prayer.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 2 Corinthians 1-7. Join us as we discuss forgiveness, repentance, and godly sorrow. Connect with us! Website:  KnowingHymn.wee...

This week, we talk about hymn  #199, He is Risen!  with text by Cecil Frances Alexander and music by Joachim Neander. Learn about the devout woman and the lusty young man who brought us this beautiful Easter hymn.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24 and John 20-21. Join us as we discuss the Resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ. Connec...

This week, we talk about hymn  #184, Upon the Cross of Calvary  with text by Vilate Schofield Raile and music by Leroy J. Robertson. We talk about the Sacrament and how an amateur poet and a professional composer created a beautiful Sacrament hymn. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19. Join us as we discuss the crucifixion of...

This week, we talk about hymn  #193, I Stand All Amazed  with text and music by Charles H. Gabriel. We take a journey into Shape Note singing and the development of this hymn with a deeply personal message.  Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Luke 22 and John 18. Join us as we discuss the greatest act in human history: the atonement of Jesus Christ ! Connect with us...

This week, we talk about hymn #129, Where Can I Turn For Peace? with text by Emma Lou Thayne and music by Joleen G. Meredith. We discuss how these two women drew upon their experience with mental illness to collaborate in writing this hymn. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in John 14-17. Join us as we learn about the peace that Christ offers us all ! Connect with us!...

This week, we talk about hymn #308, Love One Another with text and music by Luacine Clark Fox. We discuss radio dramatizations (and even do a little acting!) and journey back to our mission days to sing the hymn in Spanish and Slovak. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 13. Join us as we learn to be disciples of Christ by loving others!...