OYH: Episode 4 – Pilgrim’s Progress – Episode Highlights & Insights of I’m a Pilgrim (feat. Jonathan Coo)

Tin the first three episodes, we have talked about the hymn writer’s life, the lyrics and and its deeper meaning, as well as its’ music and origin. In this 4th and final episode, we interview Professor Jonathan Coo and the importance and relevance of hymns in today’s society. We also re-listen to to the arrangements…

OYH: Episode 3 – Journey of the Soul, Analyzing the Musical Landscape of “I’m a Pilgrim”

Imagine a time when hymnals contained only lyrics, leaving singers to rely on memory for melodies, leading to musical chaos in congregations. Despite these challenges, hymnals served as treasure troves of spiritual expression. In this episode, we’ll delve into key moments in hymnody history, from James White’s hymnal for believers eagerly awaiting Christ’s return to…

OYH: Episode 2 – Pilgrimage, Loss and Hope: Untangling the Themes of “I’m A Pilgrim”

Mary Dana’s hymn “I’m a Pilgrim” encapsulates the timeless theme of the spiritual journey towards a heavenly destination. Through its poignant lyrics, Dana utilizes various literary devices and biblical references to convey the pilgrim’s yearning for a celestial home. Let’s delve into a stanza-by-stanza analysis of this spiritually rich hymn. Stanza 1 “I’m a pilgrim,…

OYH: Episode 1 – Unveiling the Life & Inspiration Behind Mary Dana’s “I’m A Pilgrim”

Mary Dana-Shindler, the author of Adventist-beloved hymn “I’m a Pilgrim” wrote countless of inspiring poetry inspite of the tragedies she went through. How was she able to do this? Join us as we explore the inspiration she gleaned from her experience and how we too can apply these things in our life today! Episode 1:…