Olubunmi Giwa
Delving into the soul-stirring realm of traditional hymns unveils more than mere melodies. They are echoes of unity, embodying the essence of community, fellowship, and shared devotion.
Each hymn resonates with the enduring desire for togetherness and spiritual communion. Let’s embark on a journey through these traditional hymns about community that celebrate the bond of community and and shared faith.
Traditional Hymns About Community
1. Here I Am, Lord” (Author: Dan Schutte)
A hymn expressing openness and willingness to serve, fostering a sense of community through shared commitment and purpose.
2. “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace” (Author: Sebastian Temple)
Celebrating the virtues of selflessness and peace-building, promoting harmony and unity within communities.
3. “Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow” (Author: Thomas Ken)
A hymn of gratitude and praise for blessings received, emphasizing communal thankfulness and unity in worship.
4. “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” (Author: Charles Wesley)
Celebrating divine love and seeking transformation within a community, fostering unity through the power of love.
5. “Let Us Break Bread Together” (Traditional Spiritual)
A hymn emphasizing the communal act of sharing and fellowship through the symbolism of breaking bread.
6. “Blessed Assurance” (Author: Fanny Crosby)
A hymn celebrating the assurance of salvation and fostering a sense of community in shared faith and hope.
7. “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing” (Author: Charles Wesley)
An anthem of praise and worship, expressing the desire for a communal chorus of adoration and celebration.
8. Bind Us Together” (Author: Bob Gillman)
A hymn that emphasizes unity and harmony within a community, expressing the desire to be bound together in love.
9. “I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord” (Author: Timothy Dwight)
Celebrating the love for the community of faith and its unity, expressing devotion to the spiritual home.
10. “Lord, I Want to Be a Christian” (Traditional Spiritual)
Reflecting the desire for spiritual growth within a community, aspiring to embody Christian virtues.
11. Holy, Holy, Holy” by Reginald Heber:
This hymn exalts the holiness of God and invites the community to join in reverence, fostering a sense of unity in acknowledging God’s greatness and majesty.
12. “It Is Well With My Soul” by Horatio Spafford:
Reflecting on peace and trust in God amid trials, this hymn encourages a sense of resilience and solidarity within the community in facing life’s challenges.
13. “How Great Thou Art” by Carl Gustav Boberg:
Celebrating the magnificence of God’s creation, this hymn fosters a sense of awe and unity in acknowledging the splendour of the Creator’s work.
14. “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” by Henry Van Dyke:
Inviting believers to rejoice in God’s presence, this hymn fosters a sense of communal joy and praise, emphasizing the beauty of worshiping together.
15. “I Surrender All” by Judson W. Van Deventer:
A hymn of surrender and dedication, it encourages believers to unite in giving their all to God, fostering a sense of collective commitment and devotion within the community.
Harmonies of Togetherness
In the harmonious verses and heartfelt melodies of these hymns, we discover an ode to the essence of community.
They echo the collective longing for togetherness, understanding, and shared purpose within the folds of a spiritual family.
Each hymn, from the unifying notes of “Bind Us Together” to the adoration expressed in “I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord” and the aspiration for spiritual growth in “Lord, I Want to Be a Christian,” illustrates the mosaic of emotions woven into the fabric of a faith community.
May these melodies remind us of the beauty found in unity, encourage us to nurture love within our communities, and inspire a shared commitment to growing spiritually together.
