Hymn Society competition

The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada announces its competition for one or more hymn or song texts for congregational singing that could be used for the celebration of God the Creator. The search is for a text for an existing or a new musical setting. 

The writer of the winning entry will receive a $500 prize. Second and third place prizes of $250 may be awarded to other writers. Deadline for submissions is May 2.

In proposing scripture readings for each of the three years of the Sunday Lectionary, the Consultation on Common Texts set forth a theological framework for a new feast of God the Creator. The primary focus is on God’s creative action, which then calls forth the human response of thankful praise for God’s creating and sustaining action; a commitment to responsible stewardship; lament and repentance for destruction caused by human greed and apathy; and hope for a restored and renewed creation. 

For information: thehymnsociety.org/2025-hymn-search.