Hymn Anthologies
Explore Catholic hymns for the liturgy
Whether you are seeking hymns for funerals or hymns for weddings, OCP has a variety of Catholic hymn resources that can be used in the liturgy, or for prayer and reflection. From Michael Joncas’ hymn texts for Lent and Advent, to hymn anthologies like Father James Quinn’s Hymns for All Seasons, these resources feature texts that can be set to traditional hymn tunes as well as contemporary music. Music directors will find new inspiration from texts based on Scripture.
Come, Praise the Lord
James Quinn, SJ lives on in this collection of 27 hymn settings, with music by Paul Inwood.
Hymns of Light, Volume 1
Breathe new life into beloved hymn tunes with this prayerful resource
Hymns for All Seasons
The first-ever comprehensive edition of Father James Quinn's hymn texts.
Sing a New Church
Rich texts for 48 hymns set to familiar melodies. An invaluable resource for musicians, composers, liturgy coordinators, liturgy planning committees and homilists.
Sounding Glory
The 51 hymns are a carefully selected balance of traditional texts set to new tunes,
new texts set to familiar tunes, and new texts set to new music in hymn style.
Take With You Words
Contains 50 original hymn texts, each with scripture-based reflections and musical settings.
The Listening Heart
As a great cathedral is the Gospel in stone, so these hymns are the riches of Scripture distilled and transformed into poetry and music. Introduce them to your community!
Voices from the Valley
Each of the 42 original hymn texts includes an inspiring commentary by Sister Genevieve, suggestions for liturgical use, Scripture references, meter and hymn tune suggestions.
We Contemplate the Mystery
Enrich worship with beautiful new hymn texts for Lent and the Triduum
Within Our Hearts Be Born
Enrich worship throughout Advent and Christmastide with hymn settings for the entire three-year Lectionary cycle