A Thankful Heart: New for Communion and Thanksgiving Monday, September 29, 2025
recommended by Jennifer F., Sacred Choral Music Specialist
A Thankful Heart arr. Benjamin Harlan, SATB with 4-hand piano
For Thanksgiving or any time during the church year, this English/Harlan offering will bring a truly joyful touch to any service. Driving and ebullient from start to finish, the four-hand (opt. 2-hand) piano accompaniment adds to the festive tone of the piece.
Communion of Grace arr. Patti Drennan, SATB with piano and optional 2 C instruments
Patti Drennan uses the “Beach Spring” tune and carefully pairs it with a beautiful text, resulting in a rich and satisfying new communion anthem. Reflective and sometimes soaring, this offering is truly a celebration of grace. Parts for 2 optional C instruments are included in the score.
A Communion of Compassion by Victor C. Johnson, SATB with piano
This exceptional ballad delivers a powerful message: “Let your life become a table. Let your living be a feast, a communion of compassion, serving love with grace and peace.” Expansive vocal writing and a supportive accompaniment bring depth and color to this anthem from Pamela Stewart and Victor Johnson. An ideal choice for communion or services focused on social justice or Christian living.
Thanksgiving arr. John Ness Beck, SATB with piano
Based on an early American tune – A Gift to be Simple. Appropriate for Thanksgiving.
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About the Author:
Jennifer F. is a graduate of Otterbein College with a degree in Vocal Performance. She has worked at Stanton’s for over 20 years specializing in Sacred Choral, Classical Vocal and Handbell music. Jennifer is Director of Handbells at Worthington Presbyterian Church, and sings in the First Church Choir and rings with the First Church Ringers at First Congregational Church in Columbus Ohio. When not singing or ringing, Jennifer can be found doing conformation and other competitive sports with her standard long haired dachshunds, Lukas and Thursday.