In their most recent CD recording, Yorkminster Citadel Band (Greg Colley) and Songsters (Donna Colley), together with accompanists Major Leonard Ballantine (piano) and Elizabeth Colley (flute and piano), present an album of sacred music that will appeal to a variety of tastes. From contemporary gospel songs and well-known hymn tunes to spirituals and Salvation Army favourites, the music will bring affirmation, blessing and comfort to its listeners. And, as with other Yorkminster recordings, the standard of performance will satisfy discerning ears.
Contents: Grace, The Lord Is My Light, I Know Thou Art Mine, Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho, The Lord's Prayer, Hallowed Be Your Name, Nicaea, I Will Sing Your Praises, Exeter Temple, Mourning Into Dancing, Great Great Morning, More Than A Song, Peace Like A River, Be Still, The Time For Praying, God's Children, Give Me Jesus.
The Lord Is My Light can be ordered directly from Yorkminster Citadel by email or phone: 416-222-9110. You can also order it online.
Grace, the first track on the recording, is available for preview below. The words are adapted from John Newton and are sung to the folk melody O Waley Waley, arranged by Mark Hayes. It is copyright © 1993 Beckenhorst Press, Inc. and used by permission.
Treasures of Darkness
When my son died, grieving became a sacred journey.
by Brenda Laidlaw FeaturesMy passionate prayers to God for my son’s physical healing ended abruptly the night he died. But my prayers of surrender are ongoing. My need of grace for this never ends. However, it was “bending my knee” that led me into the next step of kingdom grieving—that of healing.
Cheering You On
There’s room for reverence and rejoicing in the church.
by Captain Bhreagh Rowe Opinion & Critical ThoughtLet’s be the kind of church that claps. Not for the sake of noise, but for the sake of love.
Returning to Our Roots
Is The Salvation Army still a church for the streets?
by Lieutenant Mirna Dirani Opinion & Critical ThoughtThe Salvation Army was founded to serve both worlds—body and soul—but over time, they can feel disconnected. Our corps can become consumed with maintaining programs, buildings and schedules. At the same time, our social service ministries often carry the load of engaging the community. If William Booth walked into one of our corps today, what would he see?




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