Carry Me
Hymn composed by
David BurrowsContextual information
“Carry Me” was written during a time of personal loss in the life of the composer, during which he was seeking courage and a source of strength from within.
“Carry Me” was written during a time of personal loss in the life of the composer, during which he was seeking courage and a source of strength from within.
Tune Name
[Carry Me]
Tune Name
Text Meter
Irregular
10.9.10.9
Song Composer
David BurrowsHymn Arranger
Composer Background information
David Burrows (he/him) is a flutist, harpist and vocalist who currently contributes to Vespers Services at All Souls Unitarian Church in Washington, D.C. Formerly, he was Choir Director at Columbine Unitarian Universalist Church (CO), a District Liaison for AUUMM, a mentor for the AUUMM Certification program, the Assistant Director of the Children’s Choir at Jefferson Unitarian Church (CO), and the Artistic Director of the Smithtonians Handbell Ensemble (CO). His musical plays for children and congregational hymns have been utilized in UU congregations around the country. “We are Sunshine in the Streets” was recognized in a Silliman Anthem competition.
Lyricist Background information
David Burrows (he/him) is a flutist, harpist and vocalist who currently contributes to Vespers Services at All Souls Unitarian Church in Washington, D.C. Formerly, he was Choir Director at Columbine Unitarian Universalist Church (CO), a District Liaison for AUUMM, a mentor for the AUUMM Certification program, the Assistant Director of the Children’s Choir at Jefferson Unitarian Church (CO), and the Artistic Director of the Smithtonians Handbell Ensemble (CO). His musical plays for children and congregational hymns have been utilized in UU congregations around the country. “We are Sunshine in the Streets” was recognized in a Silliman Anthem competition.
Arranger Background information
Keith Arnold (he/him) has served Unitarian Universalism at the UU Church of Nashville (TN), UU Church of Boulder (CO), Jefferson Unitarian Church (CO), and All Souls Church Unitarian (DC). In the Association for Unitarian Universalist Music Ministries, he served as President, Good Offices Co-Director, and Conference Co-Chair. At the UUA, he has served on the Music Leadership Certification Committee. In Colorado, he founded Voices of Light Chamber Choir and served as music director for Arvada Chorale, One World Singers, and Sage Singers LGBTQ+ Elder Chorus.
Lyrics
Oh my heart carry me through this world of dark and light.
In my grief let me heal Grant me peace
In my joy let me soar as a hawk in azure sky.
Healing heart my ever friend, my ever friend carry me.
Soul friend may you find in my eyes compassion
May I be listening ears to truly hear.
When you fall let me kneel. lend a hand so you can rise.
Let my heart encourage yours our hearts will carry us.
Gentle friend, let me sing melodies, to give you wings.
May you find soft green hills to give you rest.
May you be full of strength, like a mountain still and free.
Wise heart, illumine us, like stars upon the sea.
Resources
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