The Singing Church: The Hymns It Wrote and Sang

"The Singing Church: The Hymns It Wrote and Sang" by Edmund S. Lorenz is a study about Christian hymns that examines their role and meaning in religious services. The author looks at what makes a hymn a hymn, why they matter, and how they are used in church, especially how they touch hearts and connect people. Instead of just looking at hymns as texts, the author wants to show how they create community and deepen personal faith. The book sets out to add to what's already known about hymns, focusing on how they are actually used and how they make people feel. It also acknowledges other important writers on hymns and explains that hymns are important both for personal prayer and singing together with others, and that knowing how to use them well can make church services better.