Lord Jesus Christ, Invited Guest

Lord Jesus Christ, invited guest and Savior

Author: Michael A. Perry (1981)
Published in 3 hymnals

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Source: Ancient and Modern: hymns and songs for refreshing worship #346

Author: Michael A. Perry

Initially studying mathematics and physics at Dulwich College, Michael A. Perry (b. Beckenham, Kent, England, 1942; d. England, 1996) was headed for a career in the sciences. However, after one year of study in physics at the University of London, he transferred to Oak Hill College to study theology. He also studied at Ridley Hall, Cambridge, and received a M.Phil. from the University of Southhampton in 1973. Ordained a priest in the Church of England in 1966, Perry served the parish of St. Helen's in Liverpool as a youth worker and evangelist. From 1972 to 1981 he was the vicar of Bitterne in Southhampton and from 1981 to 1989, rector of Eversley in Hampshire and chaplain at the Police Staff College. He then became vicar of Tonbridge in Ke… Go to person page >

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First Line: Lord Jesus Christ, invited guest and Savior
Title: Lord Jesus Christ, Invited Guest
Author: Michael A. Perry (1981)
Language: English
Notes: Poem; suggested tune: O PERFECT LOVE
Copyright: © 1982 Hope Publishing Company

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STRENGTH AND STAY


O PERFECT LOVE (Barnby)

Joseph Barnby (PHH 438) composed O PERFECT LOVE and said it was a "hymn tune in the natural style and idiom … of our own time." Originally an anthem, O PERFECT LOVE was shortened into a hymn tune for publication in The Hymnal Companion (1890) and in the Church Hymnary (1898). The tune is also know…

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The Worshiping Church #387

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Ancient and Modern #346

Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #297

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