All scripture references are taken from the Holman Christian Standard Bible®.

A Christian’s hope isn’t fully realized in the present, but is sustained by the hope found in His Word, in worship, and in fellowship with others. So we WAit. We AntiCipAte. We expeCt. We believe. We long. We truSt. We rely. based on His promise of what’s been given, and what is yet to come.

our spring releases are written with this hope in mind— many of these have a message that extends beyond the easter season. Whether it’s stirring drama, powerful worship songs, interactive fun for children, or even rock-solid Southern gospel tunes, there’s a message of unfailing hope that permeates them all.

S p r i n g / E a S t E r 2 0 0 9 p r E v i E w

All scripture references are taken from the Holman Christian Standard Bible®.

A Christian’s hope isn’t fully realized in the present, but is sustained by the hope found in His Word, in worship, and in fellowship with others. So we WAit. We AntiCipAte. We expeCt. We believe. We long. We truSt. We rely. based on His promise of what’s been given, and what is yet to come.

our spring releases are written with this hope in mind— many of these have a message that extends beyond the easter season. Whether it’s stirring drama, powerful worship songs, interactive fun for children, or even rock-solid Southern gospel tunes, there’s a message of unfailing hope that permeates them all.

Special offers and prices apply for a limited time—look

in the back of this catalog for

more info!

Arise, My Love A Celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ

created and arranged by Craig Adams SATB/Easy/30 minutes

• Big, pageant sound for choirs of any size

• Musical highlights the days before, during, and after Jesus’ earthly ministry

• Narration includes scriptural accounts of key events, taken directly from the gospels of Matthew and Mark

• Combination of original songs and new arrangements of classics

• Optional full production with a few biblical costumes and cross, accessible to small to medium choirs, or larger choirs with limited rehearsal time

• You Can! Kit contains ten choral books, listening CD, accompaniment CD, and three posters at a reduced price

titleS: Crown Him Medley (includes Crown Him with Many Crowns; Crown Him King of Kings; and All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name) • In the Name of the Lord • He Touched Me • I Believe in a Hill Called Mount Calvary with It Is Finished • Arise, My Love • Coronation Medley (includes Christ the Lord Is Risen Today; All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name; Crown Him with Many Crowns; Crown Him King of Kings; and Hallelujah Chorus)

For the creat ion eager ly wa i ts wi th anticipation . . . romans 8 :19

Plan your Easter congregational worship at LifeWayWorship.com.

My eager expectation and hope i s that . . . Chr ist wi l l be highly honored in my body, whether by l i fe or by death.—phi l ipp ians 1 :20

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The risen ChrisT features the songs of Keith & Kristyn getty and Stuart townend

created by Don Cason & Karla Worley arranged and orchestrated by Dave Williamson narrations by Karla Worley SATB/Medium/59 minutes

• Best-selling Easter musical has the power of a classic oratorio realized in ten, theologically rich, modern worship songs

• Accompaniment DVD contains actual footage from the film, MATTHEW

• Vocal arrangements may be sung effectively by a choir of 20+, using a mixture of 2-part to 4-part voicings

• Narration conceived in a “reader’s theater” format, with video conveys the biblical setting

• Staging requires no sets, drama, or costumes

• Select songs may be used year-round and in other settings

titleS: The Risen Christ • The Power of the Cross • Across the Lands • See, What a Morning • Hear the Call of the Kingdom • O Church, Arise • Speak, O Lord • In Christ Alone • Beneath the Cross of Jesus • Behold the Lamb (Communion Hymn)

Congregational versions of favorite worship songs downloadable at LifeWayWorship.com.

. . . i long for you, god. —psa lm 42 :1

ThAT’s My King! 11 passionate Songs for the Worship Choir

created by Phil Barfoot arranged and orchestrated by Dave Williamson SATB/Moderate

• Collaborative effort between Barfoot and music ministries across the nation

• Powerful collection of praise and adoration

• Music written and arranged to transition performers and spectators into worshipers and participants

• Format flexible for use as Sunday-morning anthems or peppered throughout a special evening service or celebration dedicated to praise and supplication

titleS: We’ve Come to Worship • The Lord Strong and Mighty • Your Name Is • All Belongs to You • Crown of Life with When I Survey the Wondrous Cross • That’s My King! • Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) • Never Gonna Let the Rocks • Awesome Love with The Love of God • We Give You Glory • I Know Him

Find more Phil Barfoot collections at LifeWay.com/worship.

More “Packages” available at LifeWay.com/worship.

. . . our hear ts re jo ice . . . because we trust in His ho ly name . —psa lm 33 :21

PACKAges of PrAise the Collection, volume 2

for Choir and Congregation compiled by Keith Wilbanks

• Blended collection of medleys that features hymns and new songs

• Ready-to-use hymns and worship songs accommodate blended worship styles

• Arrangements by Travis Cottrell, Steve Dunn, Lari Goss, Richard Kingsmore, Camp Kirkland, Don Marsh, Russell Mauldin, and Keith Wilbanks

• Eight popular medleys with versatile options such as repeats and/or endings so you can create a song set that fits your needs

titleS: Amazing Love Medley includes Above All; And Can It Be; and Amazing Love • Blessed Be the Name Medley includes Blessed Be the Name; Blessed Be Your Name; and O Worship the King • The Crown, The Cross, The Christ includes Crown Him with Many Crowns; The Wonderful Cross; and Christ the Lord Is Risen Today • Heaven and Nature Sing! includes Go, Tell It on the Mountain; Good Christian Men, Rejoice; The First Noel; Sing We Now of Christmas; and Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come • Heaven Medley includes Some Day; I’ll Fly Away; Goodbye World, Goodbye; and Just a Little While • Immortal God includes Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise; You Are Holy (Prince of Peace); and Sometimes Step by Step • Now Is the Time includes Brethren, We Have Met to Worship; Come, Now Is the Time to Worship; and The Heart of Worship • We Say, “Yes, Lord” includes Come, Christians, Join to Sing; In the Sanctuary; and Trading My Sorrows

Choral Club members receive every TSG release in advance—call 1.800.436.3869 to join!

. . so that you may know and believe Me and understand that i am He . . . —isa iah 43 :10

i sTiLL BeLieve Songs of Faith, Hope, & redemption

arranged and orchestrated by Cliff Duren SATB/Moderate

• First release from new series, Today’s Southern Gospel • Twelve inspiring, upbeat songs of worship from Austins Bridge, The Crabb Family, Gaither Vocal Band, Greater Vision, and others • LifeWay quality meets Southern gospel—great arrangements, popular songs, quality tracks • Accessible choir parts with fresh new orchestrations by Cliff Duren • Upbeat songs and soul-stirring ballads

titleS: Child Forgiven • Every Step • He Forgot • I Go to the Rock • I Know It Was the Blood with Victory in Jesus • Preach the Word • That’s Why We Sing About Heaven • The Great I AM Still Is • There Is No Other Name • What I Still Believe • When the Lord Says, “Go” • You Can

Now you have two options to experience SonPower 2009— visit LifeWay.com/sonpower for more details!

you have kept your promise, for you are r ighteous —nehemiah 9 :8. . so that you may know and believe Me and understand that i am He . . . —isa iah 43 :10

sTAnd And shouT praise and Worship for Contemporary Choir

created by Dennis and Nan Allen as recorded live at SonPower 2008 SAT(B)/Moderate

• Thirteen praise and worship songs for student and contemporary choirs • Energetic blend of new songs from LifeWay Worship songwriters and popular titles from artists such as Casting Crowns, Matthew West, 33 Miles, and others • Sketches and Scripture resources interwoven throughout provide interaction with worshipers • Optional cued notes in arrangements, an a cappella section, production notes, and studio rhythm charts included

titleS: Stand and Shout • God Unchanging • What Could Be Better • Make Him Known • Mighty to Save • Your Name • Children of God • I Will Keep My Eyes on You • Psalm 91 • Father, Spirit, Jesus • Something to Say • Love the Lord • The Word Is Alive

PArABLeLoozA! A Musical and game Show All rolled into one!

created and written by Jimmy & Gail Getzen

• Interactive children’s musical combines game-show excitement with Jesus’ lessons • Scripture learned through the parables and action—embeds the words of Jesus into the hearts and minds of children • Scripted roles, non-speaking roles, and fun, creative songs • Each parable has a corresponding game and song • Games are played live—so each performance has a different outcome! • Same quality you’ve come to expect from the Dovetail® series • Dovetailor includes leader helps, kick-off party ideas, activity suggestions/instructions, and rehearsal plans • Instructional DVD, posters, and bulletins available separately

titleS: Give a Little Help • He Wants Every One • One God • Parablelooza! • Rock On! • Shine! • Treasures

For you are my hope, lord god, my confidence f rom my youth . psa lm 71 :5

Plenty more where this came from—call 800.436.3869 and request a kids’ catalog!

For a limited time—special offers and prices!We’re offering a very special price on promo paks of just $7.00 each for the collections featured in this catalog—a savings of up to 50%! in addition, you may also request a free copy of all new easter/Spring anthems—14 in all—plus a demo CD.

to take advantage of this special offer (or for more information), call us toll-free at 1.800.436.3869, and mention promo code CR00161G.

Arise, My love CD promo pak 005153107 the risen Christ DvD promo pak 005131325 that’s My King! CD promo pak 005151833 packages of praise, vol. 2 CD promo pak 005170505 i Still believe CD promo pak 005135536 Stand and Shout CD promo pak 005110817 parablelooza! CD promo pak 005153928

offer good through March 3, 2009.

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