Selecting a Hymnal for Your Church

Form a committee

Choosing a hymnal for your church is a big decision that shouldn’t be left to one person. Form a committee of church leaders to identify the hymnbooks that are best for your church. Pray together and individually about your options.

Meet with other churches

Consult your sister churches for guidance. Ask what hymnbook they use and if they would recommend it for your church.

Review the hymnbook

Carefully review the hymnbook to ensure it has music from different periods in Catholic Church history and covers all the chief teachings of the Bible.

Don’t stress modern songs

It’s beneficial to incorporate contemporary songs into your worship, but don’t dismiss a hymnbook that doesn’t have the latest hymns. Your hymnal should be timeless and be able to serve your congregation for many years to come. When you want to use a new song, you can display it on an overhead projector.

Check the print and type quality

The hymnbook should be well made. It should also feature large, clear text that’s easy for the seniors in the congregation to read.

American Catholic Hymnbook

American Catholic Hymnbook is a leading hymnal that features music for the entire liturgical year and from every ethnic tradition. It’s the go-to hymnal for Catholic churches. View American Catholic Hymnbook reviews.