The Accidental Voyage: Discovering Hymns of the Early Centuries (Douglas Bond)
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Two American teens travel in Europe with David McCallum, an English organist known in his parish as Mr. Pipes. During a series of hair-raising adventures through time, Mr. Pipes introduces Annie and Drew to sixteen hymns from the early centuries and to hymnists Ambrose of Milan, Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Patrick, and more.
Readers of The Accidental Voyage will come away with a new knowledge and appreciation of hymns from the early centuries. Homeschooling families will especially benefit from this resource.
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The Accidental Voyage
Discovering Hymns of the Early Centuries
Two American teens travel in Europe with David McCallum, an English organist known in his parish as Mr. Pipes. During a series of hair-raising adventures through time, Mr. Pipes introduces Annie and Drew to sixteen hymns from the early centuries and to hymnists Ambrose of Milan, Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Patrick, and more.
Readers of The Accidental Voyage will come away with a new knowledge and appreciation of hymns from the early centuries. Homeschooling families will especially benefit from this resource.
Endorsements
“I’m glad I met Mr. Pipes! He’s an enriching companion for children and adults, and one of the most engaging ‘teachers’ I’ve had in a long time. A treasure trove of stories for both young and old.”
—Robert J. Morgan, pastor and author of Then Sings My Soul
“Splendidly written stories. Douglas Bond has created compelling vignettes that deliver real hymnological information, rich in historical content and context, with insightful applications to modern Christian life. Not only worthwhile reading for kids but entertaining, truth-filled storytelling. Many adults would benefit from tagging along on Mr. Pipes’s adventures!”
—Dr. Paul S. Jones, organist and music director, Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
About the Author:
| Binding | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Book Author | Douglas Bond |
| Page Count | 258 |
| Publisher | P&R Publishing |
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