Broad in scope, Celebrating Grace Hymnal has been published for congregational use, yet provides planning and supplemental resources for church worship leaders. It includes traditional hymns, new hymns, congregational songs, scripture songs, global songs, worship readings, scripture, and extensive indices. This beautifully bound Hymnal is organized in a user-friendly manner and features extensive worship resources on such topics as baptism, the Lord"s Supper, family, Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and many other subjects identified by worship leaders as areas of need. Celebrating Grace Hymnal is a collaborative initiative of more than 50 Christian leaders from the United States and Canada comprised of pastors, church musicians, composers, scholars, and laity. In addition to the exceptional music offerings, the Hymnal supports the entire worship service. Interspersed throughout Celebrating Grace Hymnal are scripture, responsive readings and litanies that draw from the revelation of God"s Word and offer opportunities for response from God"s people. The format is designed to provide depth as well as flexibility to congregations and worship planners who seek fresh ways to tell the Gospel story. As an added feature, the Hymnal includes an essay about the seasons of the Christian Year. Matching the exceptional quality of music and text inside, the Hymnal"s construction represents the finest in publishing craftsmanship. The double Smyth-sewn binding ensures durability and long lasting beauty for years of handling and use. The 6"x 9" Pew Edition of Celebrating Grace Hymnal has an attractive textured cover and is available in four colors (Burgundy, Navy, Forest Green, Ivory).The cover is resistant to warping and wear. With reduced-glare opaque cream pages, the Hymnal fits standard Church pew racks.