Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: The Song Lingers On #1 (2003) Meter: 11.11.11.11 First Line: God calls us to worship with glorious sounds Lyrics: God calls us to worship with glorious soundsof music declaring that here love is found;in songs of the faithful and tunes that we play,God's presence is made known among us today.Refrain:Sing praise that, in music, God gives us a voice,and calls us to worship, give thanks, and rejoice!Sing praise for the music that's chosen with carethat we may express our deep feelings in prayer,for psalms, hymns, and anthems that help us move onfrom tears of lament to a joyful new song.Refrain:Sing praise now for music that gives us a voiceto tell of God's goodness, give thanks, and rejoice.Sing praise for directors who work hard and longto help us discover our own gifts for song,who nurture and teach us and set us afireto sing from the pew or a place in the choir.Refrain:Sing praise now for music that gives us a voiceto tell of God's goodness, give thanks, and rejoice.Sing praise for musicians who walk at our side,our friends and companions, who ever providenew reasons to sing and to offer our praise,and lead us in serving God, now and always.Refrain:Sing praise now for music that gives us a voiceto tell of God's goodness, give thanks, and rejoice. Topics: Music Music ministry Scripture: Colossians 3:16-17 Tune Title: KAPELLMEISTER
God Calls Us to Worship