Most are free-to-use (ie public domain or copyright-free) meaning that the words can be copied and sung to at least one tune with no concerns about copyright or performance licensing - sometimes in a limited setting. Many of these hymns are old / traditional - but where possible a variety of styles and genres are included.
A small selection of hymns that are still copyright may also be included, if they are particularly relevant.
Readings
First: Ezekiel - The sinner who renounces sin to become law-abiding and honest deserves to live.Psalm 24 - Remember your mercy Lord / Lord make me know your ways / The Lord is good and upright.
Second: Philippians - Always consider the other person to be better than yourself - in your minds you must be the same as Christ .
Gospel: Matthew 21 - Parable of the disobedient son.
Themes
Keeping true to God's word. Obedience. Service. Christ who obeyed the Father in word and deed. God's mercy and kindness.In the northern hemisphere, harvest festival is around this time, so hymn suggestions from many sources are based on God's generosity from the earth. This theme is not been included in the list below, you may want to consider the Harvest Festival hymn suggestions in some areas.
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Suggested free-use hymns
A New CommandmentAll Hail the Power of Jesus Name
Amazing Grace
At the Name of Jesus
Blest are the Poor in Heart
Firmly I Believe and Truly
God So Loved the World
In Christ There is no East or West
In the Cross of Christ I Glory
Jesus Lover of my Soul
Lead us Heavenly Father
O God our Help in Ages Past
Psalm 24 - Music for Mass setting
The Head that Once was Crowned with Thorns
There Is a Balm in Gilead
There's a Wideness in God's Mercy
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Suggested hymns which may still be copyright
He is Lord - UnknownSuggestions about hymns that could be included are welcome: please leave a comment below.
