"Bring Many Names": Hymn of the Month for June 2007

Hymn # 23, "Bring Many Names," is an innovative piece of writing on a big topic--the name of God. Its theology resonates with many UUs, who see the divine in all, and who recognize "the inherent worth and dignity of every person."
From "Between the Lines:

"Brian Wren (1936- ), a contemporary hymn writer, was born and educated in England. Ordained a minister in the United Reformed Church, he served local congregations, served on the staff of the British Council of Churches, and worked for Third World First prior to 1983, when he chose to devote himself full-time to hymn writing. He is the author of Education for Justice, What Language Shall I Borrow?, and several hymn collections.

The tune, "Westchase," is by Carlton R. Young, who is the editor of the 1989 and 1966 Methodist Hymnals.