Gospel Spirituals
HALLOW ORIGINAL: Catholic recording artist and author Amanda Vernon sings and reflects on the deep meaning of Gospel Spirituals. Drawing on Bible stories and the history of slavery in the United States, discover how the songs and experiences of enslaved people inspire our life of faith today.
4 sessions
1Jesus in the MorningListen and pray with the spiritual, “Jesus in the Morning,” which proclaims: “Jesus in the morning, Jesus in the noontime, Jesus when the sun goes down.”Amanda Vernon: Spirituals
2Hush, HushListen and pray with the spiritual “Hush, Hush, Somebody’s Calling My Name,” inspired by the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19.Amanda Vernon: Spirituals
3Swing Low, Sweet ChariotListen and pray with the spiritual “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.”Amanda Vernon: Spirituals
4I Got ShoesImagine the joy of walking with God in heaven as you listen to this original setting of the Gospel Spiritual “I Got Shoes” by Amanda Vernon.Amanda Vernon: Spirituals