The “Walk as One” songbook was published in 2022. The Individual Song packs provide a way for all churches, including songbook owners, to listen, learn and sing this excellent collection of songs.

For each song, you receive these digital resources

• A copy of the sheet music score from the “Walk as One” songbook (PDF)
• An audio recording of the song (high quality mp3)
• A plain Powerpoint file (white text on black)
• A colour Powerpoint file (white text on coloured image)
• A lyric video (audio recording with song lyrics)
• A plain text version of the song lyrics (for inserting into presentation software or printed orders)

CALLED TOGETHER

Called together, we’ve taken the dare,
to commit to a destiny shared,
diff’rent, diverse we may be,
but we see God’s plan for history:
a world reconciled and renewed!

This is God’s call, this is God’s way,
that we might show the light of God’s day,
divided world, uniting grace,
we live the signs of Christ in this place.

Called together, this journey we’re on
is the way of the Crucified One.
Justice and love are our song,
with those on the edge, we belong,
declaring God’s love is for all!

This is God’s call, this is God’s way,
that we might show the light of God’s day,
divided world, uniting grace,
we live the signs of Christ in this place.

Pilgrim people, the road is our call,
Spirit led, trav’ling light, risking all.
Paths of the past keep us true,
while fresh words and deeds spring anew
in worship and witness and care!

This is God’s call, this is God’s way,
that we might show the light of God’s day,
divided world, uniting grace,
we live the signs of Christ in this place.

And in God’s hands our future rests,
our hope is there in God’s faithfulness.
We live this gift, this blessed road,
this unity: the household of God!

Words and music: David Busch. © 2017
Wattleseed Publishing – cmla.org.au

Copyright: Words and music: David Busch. © 2017

Liturgical use: Sending and Mission, Easter, Pentecost, Anniversary of the UCA

Scripture reference/s: Luke 24:13-49

This song was written for the 40^th anniversary of the Uniting Church, and has been used in Assembly, Synod and Presbytery meetings as well as in congregations across Australia. The lyrics evoke themes from the Basis of Union and the melody is an uplifting, contemporary hymn. Also suitable as a choral piece.

Live Streaming and Online Hosting: David has a licence agreement with CCLI.

SAMPLE AUDIO

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The “Walk as One” songbook was published in 2022. The Individual Song packs provide a way for all churches, including songbook owners, to listen, learn and sing this excellent collection of songs.

For each song, you receive these digital resources

• A copy of the sheet music score from the “Walk as One” songbook (PDF)
• An audio recording of the song (high quality m3)
• A plain Powerpoint file (white text on black)
• A colour Powerpoint file (white text on coloured image)
• A lyric video (audio recording with song lyrics)
• A plain text version of the song lyrics (for inserting into presentation software or printed orders)

HERE WE ARE IN THE CHURCH

Here we are in the church,
we’re the hands of the One who lives,
we’re the love of the One who gives
his life each day.
We’re the body of Christ,
and we witness to his name.
Broken people in community,
ev’ry foible plain enough to see;
God we carry your flame,
send us inward for change;
let your justice and love remain.

Here we are in the world,
in the heart of another day,
as we dream of another way
with Jesus Christ.
We are many and one,
in our proud diversity.
Though the dark comes as a stowaway,
still the stable light won’t fade away.
Send us outward we pray,
walk beside us and stay,
tender Jesus, come walk our way.

Here we are in this land,
with its roots in the Dreamtime,
and with Jesus, our paradigm,
where we might love.
Here we are in this place,
full of tears and mystery;
pray renewal, which is still our need,
and confessing with fresh words and deeds:
welcome pilgrims by sea,
bring the hurting release,
be the hands that will serve their need.

Copyright: Words and music by Leigh Newton. © 2000, 2017
Wattleseed Publishing. cmla.org.au

Liturgical use: Gathering, Affirmation, Mission, Sending Out

Scripture reference/s: Year B: Ephesians 4

An upbeat, driving affirmation of the church as Christ’s body and followers.

Live Streaming and Online Hosting: Leigh has a licence agreement with CCLI.

SAMPLE AUDIO

Click here for samples of all published songs.

The “Walk as One” songbook was published in 2022. The Individual Song packs provide a way for all churches, including songbook owners, to listen, learn and sing this excellent collection of songs.

For each song, you receive these digital resources

• A copy of the sheet music score from the “Walk as One” songbook (PDF)
• An audio recording of the song (high quality m3)
• A plain Powerpoint file (white text on black)
• A colour Powerpoint file (white text on coloured image)
• A lyric video (audio recording with song lyrics)
• A plain text version of the song lyrics (for inserting into presentation software or printed orders)

IN A CHURCH THAT’S MOVING FORWARD

In a church that’s moving forward,
this is where we long to be.
In a church with gifts abounding
and the grace to set them free.
In a church of many cultures
in a church both old and young,
in a church of many accents
when the song of Christ is sung.

With a Lord who leads the mission
for a people on the way,
with a Lord who’s healing blindness
lets the voiceless have their say;
with a Lord of every nation
with a Lord of every place,
with a Lord who shines compassion
on to every tribe and race.

On a road that leads to wholeness
when we’re broken or unsure,
on a road to understanding,
where division finds a cure;
on a road where all may travel
on a road where many roam,
on a road we walk together
as we make our journey home.

Copyright: Words: Andrew Williams © 2000
Music: Nettleton (Public domain.) May also be sung to Abbotsleigh 87.87D (Together in Song #153)

Liturgical use: Response to the Word, Mission, Sending Out

Scripture reference/s: Year B: Mark 6:1-13

New words to familiar hymn tunes – great for congregations who struggle a bit with learning new melodies. The words are an affirmation of both the church’s diversity and it’s common identity and call. The focus is on Christ who leads, heals and reconciles. A stirring sending out song.

Live Streaming and Online Hosting: Andrew is willing to give permission for the online streaming of this song by churches in worship for no fee at this time.

SAMPLE AUDIO

Click here for samples of all published songs.

The “Walk as One” songbook was published in 2022. The Individual Song packs provide a way for all churches, including songbook owners, to listen, learn and sing this excellent collection of songs.

For each song, you receive these digital resources

• A copy of the sheet music score from the “Walk as One” songbook (PDF)
• An audio recording of the song (high quality m3)
• A plain Powerpoint file (white text on black)
• A colour Powerpoint file (white text on coloured image)
• A lyric video (audio recording with song lyrics)
• A plain text version of the song lyrics (for inserting into presentation software or printed orders)

WAIT ON LOVE

Here we are gathered on this Sunday morning,
welcome to each and every one.
Turn to your brother and your sister beside you
and greet them every single one.

Sunshine or rain, red dust or green shoot dawning,
Spirit’s in this land, it is our home (what a home!)
So let our family celebrate what we have here
and let our love and joy be shown (to one another!)

Yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
for our God is love.

Each of us brings our gifts and our own story
filled with our pain and joy and tears,
but we will walk as one across this country,
holding the faith throughout the years.

Now Jesus spoke of Abba’s wide open homeland,
a place where all the lost can meet;
and every prodigal that makes their way here
receives a ring and welcome seat (it’s your inheritance!)

Yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
for our God is love.

We will remember all our friends who are absent,
in prisons, hospitals or camps (young and old!)
All those out bush or those in far flung lands,
all those who need a helping hand (that’s what they’re for!)

Yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
yes, we will wait on love,
for our God is love,
for our God is love,
for our God is love,
for our God is love.

Copyright: Words and music: Steve Bevis © 2015
Wattleseed Publishing. cmla.org.au

Liturgical use: Call to Worship

This is a catchy, upbeat invitation to gather for worship. It can be sung by a congregation, or a small group with the congregation joining in on the chorus.

Live Streaming and Online Hosting: Steve does not currently have a licensing agreement that covers live streaming or hosting. Steve is willing to give permission for the online streaming or hosting of this song by churches in worship for no fee at this time. However please check the song title for licensing when you use it as the author may enter into a licensing agreement with CCLI or OneLicense in the future.

SAMPLE AUDIO

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