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Interview with Christopher Idle

Introduction

This episode is with English hymn writer and retired minister in the Church of England, Christopher Idle. It was recorded by Ben Brody at The Hymn Society in Great Britain and Ireland’s 2019 Annual Conference in Canterbury, England. For a full biography of our guest, click here.

 

 

 

Season 3 – Episode 4

In this interview with Christopher Idle who has written over 500 hymn texts, meaningful texts are shared from his faith story. Having been formed and served in the Anglican tradition, this interview explores what it like to be a hymn writer: struggles, discouragements, successes, and encouragements.

 

Listening time: 21 minutes

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Introduction

This episode is with professor of religious studies, hymn writer, and chair of the Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song which produced Glory to God: The Presbyterian Hymnal, Dr. Mary Louise Bringle. It was recorded by Ben Brody at The Hymn Society’s 2019 Annual Conference in Dallas, TX. For a full biography of our guest, click here.

Season 3 – Episode 1

In this interview with Mary Louise Bringle, we get to hear about her faith journey, how she became a hymn writer, and so much more about how hymn-writing has shaped her life and how her life has shaped her hymn-writing.

 

Listening time: 42 minutes

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Introduction

This episode is the 2nd part of Ben Brody’s interview with retired bishop and renowned hymn writer Timothy Dudley Smith.

 

Season 2 – Episode 5

In this interview with Timothy Dudley Smith we continue to hear about his story of faith and music-making in the church. His writing process, results, and impact are discussed.

 

 

Listening time: 24 minutes

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