The Presbyterian Hymnal, Pew Edition Unknown - 2007

This book is in very good condition. There is very little wear on the fronthe, back, edges, and spine of the cover pages. The pages are white crisp and clear of markings. "The General Assemblies of 1980 and 1983 directed that a hymnal be developed 'using inclusive language and sensitive to the diverse nature' of the church. The Program Agency and the General Assembly Mission Board responded by creating a hymnbook committee of eighteen persons, reflecting the breadth and diversity of the church. The group included hymnologists and professional musicians. Members of the committee, which was established in accordance with General Assembly guidelines, were from small and large churches and represented the ethnic diversity of the denomination. They sought to affirm the centrality of the sacraments, ecumenical and missions dimensions, the perspectives of women, and the concerns of youth and age...." - Preface from The Presbyterian Hymnal, Pew Edition