In Heav'nly Love Abiding - Daniel Gawthrop

This anthem was commissioned by the choirs of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Southern Pines, NC, in loving memory of:
Richard Lane Brown III (1940-2022),
Lucinda Ruth Boyd (1938-2022),
Ksenia Anna Manzo (2003-2022),
and all choristers now singing in heavenly choirs.
Premiered during a service of Choral Evensong, May 21, 2023
The Emmanuel Choir & Choristers
Dr. Homer Ashton Ferguson III, organist/choirmaster
Isadore Lowery, soprano
Ella Ferguson, soprano
Eva Ferguson, soprano
Colton Giltzow, soprano
In heav’nly love abiding,
no change my heart shall fear;
and safe is such confiding,
for nothing changes here:
the storm may roar without me,
my heart may low be laid;
but God is round about me,
and can I be dismayed?
Wherever He may guide me,
no want shall turn me back;
my Shepherd is beside me,
and nothing can I lack:
His wisdom ever waketh,
His sight is never dim,
He knows the way He taketh,
and I will walk with Him.
Green pastures are before me,
which yet I have not seen;
bright skies will soon be o’er me,
where darkest clouds have been;
My life I cannot measure,
the path to life is free;
my Saviour has my treasure,
and He will walk with me.
Words: Paraphrase of Psalm 23; Anna L. Waring (1823-1910)

[@wordwitch54]

So many people came up during the reception to say how much they liked this piece. Several said it brought them close to tears.
Izzy did such a great job. She has real talent.

[@talmagebandy667]

This indeed was lovely.