GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS
Solfa Notation • Hymns, Prayer
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GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS by William M. Runyan — Lyrics
About GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS
"Great is Thy Faithfulness" is one of those foundational hymns that grounds a congregation the moment the choir begins the introduction. It speaks directly to the steady, unchanging nature of God, offering a deep sense of reassurance. The words remind us that even as seasons shift—from summer to winter, seedtime to harvest—God's mercy remains a constant presence in our lives.
In the choir loft, we often bring this piece out for moments of thanksgiving, reflection, or as a comforting recessional hymn after Mass. The steady build of the refrain, rising to that confident declaration of "Morning by morning new mercies I see," gives the voices a beautiful opportunity to swell in volume and emotion. It is a song that doesn't need to be rushed; singing it with a measured, prayerful pace allows the congregation to truly absorb the weight of the lyrics and the promise of strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow.