Songs for my Soul

Free Song Samples

Two Great Resources in One!

 

Songs for Worshipvol. 1

    (from Lutheran Songs Today) 

is a Worship Leader Planning Resource PLUS a Songbook PLUS a music CD!

 

 

Songs for Worship, vol. 1:  Free 30 Second Clips


LST vol. 1 "Abba, I belong to You"
Calling upon God as Abba Father.  Trusting that we belong to God.
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LST1201 by Peder Eide and Bob Stromberg
LST vol. 1 "All are welcome"
Welcoming friend and stranger.  The Lord's Table as a source of justice and hospitality.
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LST1202 by Hans Peterson and Larry Olson, Dakota Road.
LST vol. 1 "Bones"
New life.  New heart.  Resurrection.
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LST1203 by Michael Bridges and George Baum, Lost And Found.
LST vol. 1 "Glory in the highest".
Praise and thanksgiving.  Worshipping mystery of God.
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LST1204 by Jonathan Rundman
LST vol. 1 "God's love endures forever"
Remembering God's faithfulness.  Vibrant song of welcome.
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LST1205 by Richard Bruxvoort Colligan.
LST vol. 1 "Hey Hey Samuel".
Being called by God.
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LST1206 by Jonathan Rundman
LST vol. 1 "I thank you Jesus"
A thankful soul, longing to be with Jesus.
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LST1207 by Bob Stromberg and Peder Eide.
LST vol. 1 "Lifted up"
God's faithfulness to us; providing a sacrifice for our healing and restoration.
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LST1208 by Todd Miller, Echelon.
LST vol. 1 "Lions"
A radical trust that with God we are safe even from the lions of this world.
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LST1209 by Michael Bridges and George Baum, Lost And Found.
LST vol. 1 "Messiah"
A yearning for Jesus to be our Messiah.
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LST1210 by Larry Olson, Dakota Road.
LST vol. 1 "Now Faith"
Faith is being sure of what we hope for, and certain of what we cannot see.
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LST1211 by David Piper.
LST vol. 1 "Once again"
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LST1212 by Eric Wefald and Geoff Royce.
LST vol. 1 "Seize my heart"
Pleading with God to seize one's heart, and turn it around.
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LST1213 by Lloyd Garrelts and Todd Anderson; Echelon.
LST vol. 1 "Servant's prayer"
The prayer of a disciple, on the journey to be a faithful witness.
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LST1214 by Cathy Pino.
LST vol. 1 "There is a river"
God's presence surrounds God's people, particularly during trouble.
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LST1215 by Richard Bruxvoort Colligan.
LST vol. 1 "You sing in my soul"
Despite the noise of the world around and in us, God's song of love and mercy breaks through.
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LST1216 by Eric Wefald.

           

Here's What People are Saying! 

 
"Our Music Director and  our musical group loved the music."  "It was fresh, easy to pick up, fun to sing!" 
The Rev. Dr. Richard Schlak, Pastor, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Foxborough, Massachusetts

 

"Our contemporary worship team loves the songs in Vol. 1 of 'Songs For Worship.'  We find them easy to learn, easy to sing, and both beautiful and inspirational.  Many of the songs work equally well as 'performance' numbers and as songs for the whole congregation to sing.  Our church's young people will enjoy using them during our monthly youth service, as well.  We are looking forward to Vol. 2!"

Susan Bracken, Worship and Music Coordinator, Bethany Lutheran Church, Onamia, Minnesota

 

 "The songs on Lutheran Songs Today, vol. 1 have touched me deeply.  I use songs which speak to me as an integral part of my prayer and preaching life.  When something 'speaks' to my heart, I play it again and again, often for weeks on end.  Some of these songs are used regularly in our contemporary worship and also in our combined contemporary and traditional worship services.  I am eagerly awaiting the next volume."

    Cammie Bella, Spiritual Director, Licensed Lay Preacher, Retreat & Class Leader; worshipping at the Church of  the Good Samaritan (Episcopal), Corvallis, Oregon.

 

"Lutheran Songs Today contains music that will engage, excite, and inspire singers of all ages.  The accessible arrangements and intuitive melodies make this collection a must in your piano bench!"

Kajsa Teiltelbaum, Minister of Music, Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Warwick, Rhode Island.  Licensed Cantor in the Church of Sweden.  Graduate of the Royal College of Music, Stockholm, Sweden.

 

"What a delight to find this superb collection of music, complete with lectionary helps, ready to play right out of the box!  It fits our ELCA theology perfectly, emphasizes both law and gospel, and makes use of innovative harmonies to restate profound biblical themes. The Good News comes through loud and clear! 

All I can say is...keep it coming! I've told everyone I know about your website, and will check frequently for more of the high-quality music resources you provide."

Kathy Schuen, Worship Leader, Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Portage, Michigan 

 

"In Lutheran Songs Today, vol. 1 Pastor Eric Wefald has put together an impressive collection of some of the best of contemporary worship songs by Lutheran Singer-Songwriters and Bands.  The songs are effectively and conveniently transcribed for keyboard and guitar, complete with lead sheets, with helpful introductions regarding theme, scripture references, suggestions for how and when to use in worship and the liturgical year, illustrations of the chords used in each composition, and brief introductions to the authors/composers. 

    Lutherans who wish for contemporary music from Lutheran sources will find this a welcome resource, and I heartily recommend the accompanying CD as well, with recordings by the original artists." 

Stephen Reed, Director of Music, First Lutheran Church, New Oxford, PA.  Music Retreat Leader for Camp Calumet, NH.  (Former Music Director of Christ the King Lutheran Church, Holliston, MA.)

 

"I listened to it again and again in my car.  It's very exciting music.  Easy to sing with."
Lorrie Guthrie, Contemporary Choir Member + Professional Folk Artist, Christ Church United, Lowell, MA 

 

"There is a lot of talent in [Lutheran Songs Today] that is dedicated to the worship of the Lord.  A taste of this is revealed on these CDs.  Each of these tracks on Volume One will resonate with someone."

Steve Misch, Area A, Texas District Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, Mission and Ministry Facilitator

 

 "I actually was very pleased to find this music resource.  Our worship planning team especially appreciates the scripture key for each song.  It's a very good resource.  Will there be additional songs in other books to come?  I would recommend this resource to folks hoping to broaden their repertoire and to any congregation seeking additional songs for congregational singing."

The Rev. Jill Doherty, New Promise Lutheran Church, St. George, Utah 


"Lutheran Songs Today is an excellent tool for our contemporary choir.  It's easy and accessible for guitars.  This resource has helped breathe new life into our contemporary service."
The Rev. Dr. Peter Lovett, Christ Church United, Lowell, MA
 


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Christmas Songs

Two new Contemporary songs for Christmas.

 

"Gloria, Gloria" is a hauntingly beautiful contemporary Christmas song, suitable for the congregation, and also for choir two-part harmony.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Wandering Angels" is a beautiful contemporary Christmas song,

suitable for the congregation, and also for the "angels" in the Christmas pageant.

 

Songs For My Soul Evening Prayers

A New Contemporary-Alternative Setting for Evening Prayer

Based on Psalms 42 and 139.  Guitar friendly.  Singable melodies.  Extra parts for C instruments such as violin or flute.

 

 

Now Available!

Vocal/Congregation edition

Vocal/Guitar/Keyboard edition

 

Coming soon

Music CD

       including accompaniment tracks without words

Parts for C and Bb instruments

Free MP3 samples of songs in

        Songs For My Soul Evening Prayer

 

 

"Eric Wefald has created a new, fresh addition for Vespers that is sure to engage congregations."

The Rev. Andrew Borden

Zion Lutheran Church, Worcester, MA

 

 

 

 

 


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