Gospel songs, cherished hymns, inspirational favorites and even a few praise & worship choices make Wonder of Wonders ideal for choirs presenting individual selections or entire programs. Even smaller choirs of any age will find the difficulty level just right for their situation.Arranger, Marty Parks, is the developer and driving force behind Senior Adult Choir material for Lillenas. His knowledge of and experience with this age group is exemplified in his many works with Lillenas for this genre.

Songlist: Welcome to This House, He Calls the Stars, Wonderful, Untitled Hymn, The Old Rugged Cross, O Say, but I'm Glad, Softly and Tenderly, On Eagles Wings, Stand Up and Bless the Lord, What a Day That Will Be

This "smorgasbord of favorites" serves up some sing-able settings from trusted arranger Marty Parks. Designed primarily for senior choirs, Well-Seasoned Praise is also appropriate for small choirs or large choirs with limited rehearsal time. Two versions of optional narration are included: one for use prior to each song as a simple spoken "set-up" in worship when the songs are used separately, or another version for using the songs as a complete musical - perfect as a spring worship concert, a "dinner on the grounds" homecoming (recipes included!) or other similar events. A bonus 3-song patriotic musical is also included making this book a resource you'll use time and again!

Songlist: We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise, He Knows My Name, Great Is the Lord, May the Mind of Christ, My Savior, Jesus Is Lord of All, Yes, I Know, Glory to His Name, Wonderful Words of Life, We Still Believe Today, If My People's Hearts are Humbled, Doxology with America the Beautiful

Featuring the "Large-Print-No-Repeats" format, this second volume, or as we like to call it, "the second helping," of the best-selling Senior Adult Choir series, Well Seasoned Praise, presents more joyful and appropriately arranged selections for your Senior Adult Choir! This "smorgasbord of favorites" from Word Music is also perfect for any choir or small ensemble with limited rehearsal time. Well Seasoned Praise, Volume 2- Arranged and Orchestrated by Marty Parks-features two versions of optional narration: one to be used as a simple "set-up" before each song, and another offering the option to weave the songs together as a complete musical. Volume 2 of Well Seasoned Praise also includes bonus material in the form of a 3-song patriotic mini-musical, perfect for summer gatherings or special services. And, as always, we've included some great, deliciously-fun recipes from some from our valued customers and the Word Music staff! So, serve up a slice of fun, fellowship, and great choral music with Well Seasoned Praise, Volume 2!

Songlist: He Has Made Me Glad, Let It Be Said of Us, Rock of Ages, Sweeter as the Days Go By, Never Once, Great Is Thy Faithfulness, It Is No Secret, A New Name in Glory, Just Over in the Gloryland, The Longer I Serve Him, God Will Bless America Again, God of Our Fathers, Lead on, O King Eternal

"Large-Print-No-Repeats"... this familiar tagline highlights the long-awaited 3rd volume of the best selling Senior Adult Choir Series, WELL SEASONED PRAISE. Featuring more powerful, singable, and diverse arrangements, this "third helping" of WELL SEASONED PRAISE from arranger Marty Parks features a "smorgasbord of favorites" designed especially for Senior Adult Choir. It's also the perfect "main course" for any choir or small ensemble with limited rehearsal time. WELL SEASONED PRAISE 3 once again serves up two helpings of narration possibilities: one to be used as a simple "set-up" before each song, and another offering the option to weave the songs together as a complete musical. As an added bonus, WELL SEASONED PRAISE 3 also includes a 3-song Patriotic Mini Musical, perfect for summer gatherings or special services. And, as always, we've included some great, deliciously-fun recipes from some of our valued customers and the Word Music & Church Resources staff! So serve up a slice of fun, fellowship, and great choral music with WELL SEASONED PRAISE 3!

Songlist: Crown Him King of Kings, Come, Christians Join to Sing, I Want Jesus to Walk with Me, I Am His and He Is Mine, The Wonder of It All, Shepherds of the Stars, 'Til the Storm Passes By, He's My Friend, Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise, What Now, America?, Faith of Our Fathers, Battle Hymn of the Republic

We hope you're hungry for a "fourth helping" of the best-selling Senior Adult Choir Series, WELL SEASONED PRAISE, from Word Music & Church Resources. Crafted in his signature format- Large Print, No Repeats-beloved arranger and orchestrator Marty Parks offers another "smorgasbord" stuffed full of arrangements, with time-saving vocals that are perfect for Senior Adult Choir, perfectly appropriate for any choir! Including two narration possibilities, a 3-Song Patriotic Mini- Musical, and a few scrumptious recipes, WELL SEASONED PRAISE 4 is sure to be a delightful addition to your volume collection!

Songlist: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, How Can I Keep from Singing, I Will Sing of the Lord's Great Love, He Hideth My Soul, A Child of the King, He Touched Me, I Sing Praises, Where Could I Go, How I Love Jesus, It Could Happen in a Moment, I Am Thankful to Be an American, My Country, 'Tis of Thee, America, the Beautiful

A heavenly host of great music for men's voices in the Advent and Christmas season. This collection from Marty Parks has established a treasured place in music ministry. The essence of the Christmas story is captured in a variety of styles. Collection includes service openers, anthems, calls to prayer, and benedictions.

Songlist: Amen, Child of Bethlehem, Christmas Presence, How Great Our Joy!, Jesus, the Light of the World, Jesus, the Son of God, Joyfully We Sing, Mary Had A Baby, O Come, All Ye Faithful, O Little Town of Bethlehem, O Lord, Most Holy, Once In Royal David's City, Prince of Peace, We Have Seen His Star

Gospel classics-there's just something about them. Now your congregation can enjoy 12 new arrangements by the acclaimed Marty Parks. Perfect for southern gospel and senior adult choirs, Turn Your Radio On includes throwbacks such as God Shall Wipe Away All Tears, How Long Has it Been?, and I Know Who Holds Tomorrow. So, go ahead. Crank up the volume. Start singing and let the praise begin!

Songlist: Turn Your Radio On, God Shall Wipe Away All Tears, Dwelling in Beulah Land, Over the Sunset Mountains, My God Is Real, How Long Has It Been?, God's Choir, Calvary Covers It All, When God Dips His Love, I Know Who Holds Tomorrow, I'm Feeling Fine; When We See Christ

What better way to celebrate the season than by singing The Christmas Song! Especially designed for Senior Adult Choirs, this musical traces the message of Christmas from prophecy to the angels' announcement right up to this very day. With accessible vocal ranges, large print and no repeats, The Christmas Song is a 35-minute work featuring an exciting blend of familiar carols, newer songs of the season and well-loved worship songs. All in all, an ideal resource for Christmas worship and community outreach. Choral book designed in large print with clearly legible music and text

Songlist: The Christmas Song, Tonight, Emmanuel!, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, Angels We Have Heard on High, Hope Was Born that Night, Wonderful the Story, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, Mary Had a Baby, Still, Still, Still, Child in the Manger, Rejoice! Sing Gloria!, Here I Am to Worship, Silent Night! Holy Night!, Tonight, Emmanuel!

In a despairing world looking for answers and real truth, Christians' proclamation of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus can bring hope and life to searching hearts. But to share that truth, we must believe it. Because We Believe, created by Marty Parks, is an Easter affirmation of our faith and calls us to rise and proclaim our beliefs with courage. Inspirational reader-response narrations begin with a declaration of truths about Christ and then walk through the crucifixion with stirring emotion. Accessible arrangements of both new and familiar Easter songs, including a powerhouse version of"The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power" and a thrilling"Behold He Comes 'medley, encourage choir and congregation to embrace and celebrate the pivotal message of the gospel: Christ's sacrificial love for us. While not compromising on fullness of sound, this musical is ideal for smaller choirs or larger choirs with limited rehearsal time and delivers a powerful message without elaborate staging. The time has come. The time is now. Let's stand and share what we believe!

Songlist: Because We Believe, Our God Saves, Great Is Your Glory, He Looked Beyond My Fault (And Saw My Need), The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power, Grace Greater than Our Sin, Jesus Paid It Al, Above All, Crown Him with Many Crowns, Behold, He Comes, Days of Elijah, Because We Believe

Jesus: the Peace that looked down on our war, the Love that looked down on our hatred, the Light that looked down on our darkness. Veteran arranger Marty Parks combines this powerful Christmas message with exciting songs and carols of the season, including such new favorites as"Christ Child" and"Light Looked Down" Accessible choral arranging and rich orchestration make Light Looked Down the perfect offering for small and large choirs alike.

Songlist: Light Looked Down, Angels We Have Heard on High, My Soul Magnifies the Lord, Christ Child, O Come, All Ye Faithful, Fairest Lord Jesus, Infany Holy, Infany Lowly,, Away in a Manger, Gloria! Jubilate Deo!, Light Looked Down, There Is No Other with Jesus

Jesus made an astounding claim in Luke 4. When He proclaimed that He was the fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy, it was more than a resume of credentials; it was a mission statement. In fact, it was a commitment - to you and to me - that there would be a place where sinners can find mercy; the afflicted can find healing; the broken can find compassion, and the outcast can find dignity. Behold the cross of Christ...it is the place where love and mercy meet.

This profound spiritual theme is movingly captured by veteran arranger Marty Parks in Where Love & Mercy Meet, the latest offering from Simply Word Easter. Combining popular songs by Michael W. Smith, Bill and Gloria Gaither, and Darlene Zschech and Reuben Morgan with beloved classics, this musical features engaging worship sequences with easy-to-learn SATB choral parts and arrangements for one male and one female solos (with optional men/women unison), making it ideal for smaller choirs or those with limited rehearsal time. A well-designed accompaniment DVD is available to enhance your production, as well as an optional small-cast dramatic script by Kim Messer that will bring the themes of the musical into a powerful contemporary focus. This Easter, invite your congregation and community to come to the place where love and mercy meet - the cross of Jesus Christ.

A creative and unique blending of favorite carols and fresh worship songs creates a moving and celebrative Christmas worship experience. The dynamic and singable arrangements from Marty Parks are beautifully woven with thoughtful narration (and optional dramatic monologues). The result is a flexible work which can serve as a complete musical or choral collection.

Songlist: Silent Night, Angels We Have Heard On High, Joy To The World, What Child Is This?, Jesus, Draw Me Close, Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne, Be Exalted, O God, Isn't He, I Extol You, Let Everything That Has Breath, The Heart Of Worship (When The Music Fades), We Fall Down, Come Now Is The Time To Worship, Shout To The North, Angels From The Realms Of Glory, Gloria Fanfare, Glorious Joy, Song Of The Angels, Infant Holy, Infant Lowly, Good Christian Men, Rejoice, Still, Still, Still

Bethlehem's Light - beautiful Christmas musical following the Scripture narrative. This Marty Parks arrangement uses traditional and contemporary favorites plus exciting new songs. Your choir (and congregation) simply won't believe that it's only two parts.

Songlist: Arise, Shine, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, O Come, All Ye Faithful, The First Noel

The Miracle of Christmas told by two narrators (one child, one adult) as they recount the miraculous events from scripture. Once Upon a Miracle includes beloved carols and newer songs of the season, including A Child Is Born by the late Joe E. Parks.

Songlist: Angels, from the Realms of Glory, Season Most Sacred, O Come, All Ye Faithful, It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, A Child Is Born, Bright New Star, You Are the Light, Once upon a Miracle, Once upon a Miracle, Once upon a Miracle

Centering on the beloved carol, The First Noel, Born Is the King consists of new arrangements of familiar songs, some new melodies for popular carol texts, and a worship segment that includes some best-loved songs of praise and worship. The warm, inviting narration is scripturally based with up-to-date relevance. To hear RealAudio soundbytes from this work, click on audio previews.

Songlist: The First Noel, Once in Royal David's City, When Christ Was Born on Earth, As Lately We Watched, Let Us Adore Him, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, Praise to the King

Set in late 1941, I'll Be Home for Christmas is the story of the faith of a family, and a nation on the brink of World War II, preparing to celebrate the birth of the Prince of Peace. Most of the action takes place in the main characters' home, with the choir providing music and drama as it is broadcast over the family radio. The music highlights the sounds of the '40s, including swing, lush ballads, and big band songs interspersed with reenactments of radio broadcasts during that time. Original music mixed with familiar Christmas favorites form the backdrop for this memorable dramatic musical.

Songlist: Broadcast Medley, We Gather Together, Hope Is Just Around the Corner, Without You, I'm Wishing You a Merry, Merry Christmas, Big Band Carol Medley, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Every Time I Turn Around, Sports Show Theme, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing

An ode to that first Christmas day when God's greatest give came to earth is the brand-new musical from Lillenas Music titled Christmas Presence: Unwrapping God's Perfect Gift. This new 14-song musical gives a glimpse into what it was like that first Christmas night: angels singing in a magnificent chorus, everyone gathered 'round to see this new miracle, and a look into what the three kings must have felt. Veteran arranger Marty Parks expertly constructs multi-style songs such as Gather 'Round, Listen to the Angels Singin' and As Long As We Have Christmas to showcase the awe and wonder of the miraculous gift of baby Jesus given to us. Christmas Presence is the latest installment in the Excel Plus Series-the best-selling series designed to provide accessible arrangements while maintaining high quality 4-part harmonies.

Songlist: Sing Joy!, Christmas Presence, Gather' Round, Gesu Bambino, Listen to the Angels Singin', How Many Kings, As Long as We Have Christmas, What Really Matters

Veteran arranger and respected leader in the field of contemporary evangelical church music, Marty Parks once again lends his pen and arranging expertise to bring us his latest Senior Adult Choir Musical for Christmas, When Earth Received Her King. Hallmarks of his distinctive arranging style include thoughtful, Biblically-inspired songs and narration; accessible, easy-to-sing vocals; and inspiring orchestrations, all composed with that special blend of Marty Parks wit, spirit, wisdom, and musical sensibility, purposed by His love for the Church, its music, and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Songlist: Angels, from the Realms of Glory, Let Earth Receive Her King, Emmanuel, You Left Your Throne, Son of God, Incarnate Mystery, Come and Welcome Jesus Christ, Do You Hear What I Hear?, O Holy Night!, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Exceeding Great Joy

Created especially for Senior Adult Choirs, this musical features Large Print and No Repeats, easy-to-sing vocals, and the always-appreciated musical sensibility of Marty Parks. Experience the sometimes festive, sometimes majestic, and sometimes worshipful orchestral beds found in this new work by Marty Parks, as they create a musical foundation giving launch to the powerful vocals and compelling narrations crafted by one of the church's favorite arrangers and musical statesmen. It is also perfect for any choir with limited rehearsal time or any choir looking for a well-crafted, yet easy-to-sing musical for Christmas! Your presentation will be made even more special with the use of the visually compelling DVD Accompaniment Track, created to increase the impact this new musical will have on your choir, congregation and community as together they Celebrate! The Joy and Wonder of Christmas.

Songlist: His Glorious Name, Name Above All Names, Joy to the World, How Can I Keep from Singing?, Jesus, Child of Wonder, O Come, Let Us Adore Him, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, It Came upon The Midnight Clear, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, Child of Mary, Son of Heaven, What Child Is this?, Celebrate! The Joy and Wonder of Christmas

Christmas All Year Long! ~ the new gem of a Christmas musical created by Marty Parks, perpetuates the long line of highly successful Christmas best-sellers featuring his signature, Large Print, No Repeats, easy-access format. Warm, kindhearted, comforting, richly nostalgic and full of the promise of Christmas describes this new musical from Word Music & Church Resources ~ designed for presentation by choir, narrator and orchestra, by Marty Parks. Christmas All Year Long! ~ Heartfelt narrations enhance the magnificent songs in this new musical, ranging from happy-makes-me-feel-like-Christmas tunes, to songs full of depth, heart, Biblical truth and the message of Hope and Promise found in the story of our Savior's birth; Reverent and worshipful songs offering up our highest praise to the King of kings, and songs of encouragement reminding us that peace on earth starts with each of us; Songs and narration that ultimately lead us to the question... Why can't it be Christmas All Year Long?

Songlist: Why Can't It Be Christmas All Year Long?, The Time for Celebration, O Come, All Ye Faithful, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, The First Noel, Come and Worship!, Love Came Gently, Offering (Christmas Offering), Amen, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day

Christmas is a story. But it is a story unlike any other Christmas story because this story is true. Santa Claus and Ebenezer Scrooge may warm our hearts, but there is only one story that can change our hearts, and that is the story of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.The Greatest Story of All recounts this life-changing event with a tapestry of seasonal music that will take your congregation from a humble Judean stable to the presence of Bethlehem's angels! Lovingly created for the senior adult choir, veteran arranger Marty Parks has created an inspiring work that boasts the three senior choir distinctions: accessible ranges and rhythms, large print, and no repeats. The work can be utilized as a cover-to-cover program with a single narrator or can serve as a priceless collection of individual anthems that can be used through the Advent season. The birth of Jesus is still the greatest story ever told; this year,experience it again-as if for the very first time.

Songlist: Sing Joy! Joy to the World, It's Still the Greatest Story Ever Told, That Beautiful Name, I Call Him Lord, O Little Town of Bethlehem, On a Silent Night, Gloria!, Fairest and Holy, Children, Go Where I Send Thee, Speak, O Lord

Holding On to Christmas is something we love to do - wrapping our arms around cherished memories; re-living the moments of Christmas that come to life in our hearts and minds year after year; being reminded of how much we are loved and how much we love in return; holding close those who make our lives special; expressing our love and thankfulness through cards and gifts, hugs and kisses, joy and laughter; sharing our love for one another around a cup of hot chocolate with Mom's homemade Christmas cookies; and hearing Dad, once again, read the Christmas story from the family Bible.

Songlist: Christmastime, Holding On to Christmas, Sing a Song of Christmas (Carol Medley), Angels, from the Realms of Glory, Angels We Have Heard on High, O Come, All Ye Faithful, In the Bleak Midwinter, The Shepherds (Glory to God), Behold that Star, Only God

Marty Parks masterfully crafts yet another Christmas celebration "perfect for Senior Adult Choir, perfectly appropriate for any choir"! Striking a friendly balance between the "fresh and new" and the "nostalgic and familiar," this is a musical certain to bring to mind favorite memories of Christmases past, while celebrating new traditions and the glorious hope of God with us.

Creatively appealing and completely accessible, FOREVER GOD IS WITH US offers an opportunity to inspire unity, celebration, renewed purpose, and a deeper level of commitment in your choir family, as they minister to your church and community the blessed message of hope, joy, and peace found in the glorious truth that God is with us!

Songlist: The First Noel, Sing We Now of Christmas, Forever God Is with Us, On Christmas Night All Christians Sing, He Started the Whole World Singing, No Brilliant Fanfare , Away in a Manger, Angels' Song, Wondrous Star, All Is Well

We're counting down the days to Christmas...that most wonderful time of the year! And somehow, it always feels so much longer than the actual 364 days it takes for that special day to arrive...that one day each year when family and friends come together to celebrate the joy, peace, hope, and love that came into our world through the birth of our Savior!

What better way to bring all that anticipation into focus and usher in the season than with the new Christmas musical from Marty Parks and Word Music & Church Resources, Waiting for Christmas! This delightful, nostalgic, and heartfelt musical comes to you wrapped in Marty Park's signature format... Large-Print-No-Repeats-Perfect-For-Any-Choir! More specifically, these specially designed musicals from Marty come your way perfect for Senior Adult Choirs, yet perfectly appropriate for every choir!

Songlist: Come On, Ring Those Bells, Waiting for Christmas, On Christmas Day (Carol Medley), O Little Town of Bethlehem, All Is Calm, All Is Bright, He's Still the King of Kings, Brand New Christmas