Showing posts with label Fred Green. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fred Green. Show all posts

October 27, 2012

For the Fruits of His Creation

Thanks Be To God.

For the Fruits of His Creation was written in 1970 by English Methodist minister and hymn writer, Fred Pratt Green. Over the years it has become a popular song during times of harvest or Thanksgiving. Green wrote the text specifically for the tune of East Acklam, and in particular for the final short phrase at the end of each stanza to be reinforced by the distinct melody of this beautiful hymn, written in 1957 by British composer and organist Francis Jackson. In the Liturgy of the Hours For the Fruits of His Creation is used during Ordinary Time for Evening Prayer.

October 3, 2012

Christ is the World's Light

He became our brother.

Christ is the World's Light was written in 1969 by Methodist Minister, Fred Pratt Green (1903-2000). A prolific hymn writer, his work often reflected his concern for social issues. It is set to, Christe Sanc­tor­um from the Par­is An­ti­phon­er (1681). In the Liturgy of the Hours, Christ is the World's Light is used during Ordinary Time for Morning Prayer.