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_x0019_ 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.