Lift Up Your Hearts

This new text by Alstott is full of social justice concerns and the call to service. Its four verses and memorable refrain cover a wide range of topics_x0014_ including discipleship, evangelization, charity, unity, and love for others_x0014_ making it appropriate for use throughout the liturgical year. Musically reflected by Modlin's strong, rugged setting, featuring striking harmonic shifts and an assertive foursquare rhythmic profile, it is scored for SATB choir with descant, keyboard, guitar, and trumpet in C.