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In our day of thanksgiving
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Andrew Sims
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In our day of thanksgiving by Anonymous — Lyrics
In our day of thanksgiving one psalm let us offer
for the saints who before us have found their reward;
when the shadow of death fell upon them, we sorrowed,
but now we rejoice that they rest in the Lord.
In the morning of life, and at noon, and at even,
he called them away from our worship below;
but not till his love, at the font and the altar,
had girt them with grace for the way they should go.
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About In our day of thanksgiving
This anthem offers a prayer of thanksgiving for those who have gone before us. It reflects on their journey of faith, from their calling in life to their rest in the Lord, finding solace in the belief that they have found their reward. The text emphasizes that while we may grieve their passing, we also rejoice in their peace. The composer’s setting for SATB choir, sung in English, captures the hopeful and reflective mood of the lyrics, suitable for occasions of remembrance and gratitude. The music aims to convey a sense of spiritual continuity and shared devotion across generations.
