7 sacred songs in honor of Memorial Day

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Twitter

'God of Our Fathers'

A hymn closely associated with American identity, the lyrics for "God of Our Fathers" were written up by Daniel Crane Roberts in 1876 as part of the nation's centennial celebration.

George William Warren, a renowned 19th century organist, composed the most popular melody for the hymn published in the revised Episcopal Hymnal in 1892.

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The song has been performed at many patriotic functions, including President George W. Bush's second inauguration ceremony in 2005.

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