Eucharist means "thanksgiving"! Teaming up with Dove Award nominee, Audrey Assad, Josh Blakesley has given the Church a great entrance song for Mass: "I WIll Give Thanks".

Jackie François is a singer, a songwriter, and a national speaker on Theology of the Body. She is also a parish music minister. Understanding the need for liturgical music, she has a written a song that speaks of our new life in Jesus Christ.

The heart of the Christian message is the fact that God is love. In her unique style, Sarah Hart sings about the deep and passionate love God possesses for each person. "Heart of My God" harkens back to the sound of old Southern hymns for a moving song

"Many and One" has helped to make Steve Angrisano's "Inescapable Love" CD one of the fastest selling CDs in Spirit & Song's history. Hear him and co-writer, Sarah Hart, take about and sing this song that is reaching people all across the countr

Ken Canedo shares his peace anthem for Advent, Christmas, and throughout the year.

The hope for us as Christians is the second coming of Jesus. This is true focus of Advent and the Feast of Christ King. Robert Feduccia and Sarah Hart teamed up for a modern hymn that reminds us of Jesus's promise of his return.

We are entering a time when we recall the Saints and loved ones who have died. "Go Forth" from Trevor Thomson is a beautifully haunting songs that expresses our desire for our loved ones to enter into the Lord's embrace.

Chris Muglia shares a song about new beginnings for liturgy and prayer services.

Jackie Francois shares "My Soul Rejoices," her moving rendition of Mary's Magnificat.

St. John the Baptist said that he must decrease so that Jesus may increase. This is the prayer of a disciple that we may be changed into the image of Jesus. Trevor Thomson's song, "More of You", brings that prayer to an artful expression.

Santiago Fernandez and Jesse Manibusan team up for a bilingual song that unifies the body of Christ in song. Watch the interview and the live performance with these gifted ministers.

Curtis Stephan performs and tells the story behind his perfect song for graduation or other farewell moments, Benediction.

A new generation is discover the wisdom of St. Augustine. Matt Maher’s song, “Alive Again” was inspired by this great Doctor of the Church as he spoke about the fulfillment he found in Christ Jesus. Be inspired as you hear Matt play the song on set and

Trevor Thomson describes a time where he felt darkness and all he could do is cry out God. "Christ In Me Arise" was born from that experience. It is a plea for Jesus to join him in that place of sadness and to allow the warmth of the resurrection to br

Trevor Thomson describes a time where he felt darkness and all he could do is cry out God. "Christ In Me Arise" was born from that experience. It is a plea for Jesus to join him in that place of sadness and to allow the warmth of the resurrection to br

Life brings stroms. However, our faith tells us that the Lord is with us. He is in our lives as he was in the boat with the disciples as the waves buffeted. Cooper Ray’s song “I Know You Are Near” was written as a response to hurricanes Katrina and Rit

"Given for the World" is the newest song from Sarah Hart. It tells of God's invitation to all humanity to come to worship. In the place of worship, God gives all he has to those who gather.

During the Feast of Christ King, we acknowledge that every knee will bend and every confess that Jesus is Lord. Josh Blakesley has written and recorded "At the Name" as song that jubilantly gives praise to Christ the King!

Send Your Glory Down is the first song being released from Trevor Thomson's newest album, Christ In Me Arise. The song is based on an ancient hymn to light and is a great companion to the long shadows of Advent as we wait in joy and i

We are a broken people, but through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ we have been restored. Josh Blakesley, Sarah, and Marc Byrd collaborated on a great song that celebrates the power of Christ to heal any and all things shattered.

Matt Maher teamed up with with writer of songs such as "Blessed Be Your Name" and "Heart of Worship" to write a song to unite the People of God at the table of the Lord.

In response to songs about death and nothingness, Ike Ndolo wrote a song that points to the beauty, goodness, and life that God has created. "The Wealth of Kings" gives one the sense of soaring over creation a while being amazed at the work of God's ha

How did Cooper Ray make make fellow Spirit & Song artist, Josh Blakesley, cry? By playing this song! Hear the story and this terrific new song here at The Commons.

Chris Muglia is a songwriter and a missionary. Through Sound Mission Ministries Chris travels to parishes and offers the hopeful message of God's presence in family life and His desire to have stro

Curtis Stephan brought a song idea to Sarah Hart and to Marc Byrd, the co-writer for God of Wonders. What emerged is a beautiful and powerful song about the cross of Jesus Christ. This segment of "The Commons" features the story behind

Timothy Smith is a longtime composer who remains rooted in the story of Emmaus. With an ear that listens for the Holy Spirit's call, he writes songs that gives voice to the Church's desire the hear the Lord and the desire to follow him without

Jennifer Martin is a worship leader and foreign missionary from Nashville. Her song, "Be Still", comes from the heart of this Psalm which is most accurately translated "Be weak and know that I am God." In this moving interview, Robert

Inescapable Love continues to provide the Church with one powerful song after another. You Are God is the latest release from this modern, yet comforting, worship CD. Enjoy a conversation with and performance by Steve Angrisan

Jesse Manibusan continues to give the Church songs that are deep, yet easy to play on the guitar and easy to sing. Gracious God is great for use during Mass or small group prayer and worship.

Are Catholics saved? Ike Ndolo shares about his struggle between being in the depths of intimacy with the Lord and then being held in the clutches of sin. It is struggle all Christians can relate to. This powerful song is able to speak to heart

Jesse Manibusan finally accepted Sarah Hart's invitation to visit Nashville and write songs with her. The results do not disappoint! Hear Give Us Your Peace, a beautiful song that congregations can't pick up in an instant!

The season of Advent calls us to wake up and come to life as Christ comes and calls for us. From his exceptional debut record We Are the Beggars, Ike Ndolo calls the Church to hear the voice of the Lord and arise!

Steve Angrisano is one of the most popular musicians and speakers in the Church. Fresh from his new record, Inescapable Love, We Remember, We Believe gives the a beautiful new song for Communion.

Matt Maher tells the story behind one of his most popular songs, the rockin' "For Your Glory."

Introducing Ike Ndolo, the artist. Ike has been one of hosts of The Commons and he gets the opportunity to share one of his original songs: At the Sound. This is an inspiring interview with one of the Church's up and coming worship le

One of the most popular traveling ministers in the Church offers a new song for Communion. Chris Padgett brings both his edge and his love for the Lord to this new song for the People of God.

A traditional hymn with a modern praise chorus, O Salutaris Hostia by Tom Booth brings the comfort of a hymn familiar to older generations and gives new life to it with a chorus that brings new generations into deep worship.

spiritandsong.com welcomes Nick Cardilino, composer of the 2007 NCYC theme song, "Discover the Way," a flowing ballad that proclaims Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Curtis Stephan continues to give the Church well-written, singable songs that are filled with theological depth. Miracle of Grace is a ready to use communion song that is ideal for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

From her upcoming new CD, SaintSong, Sarah Hart performs "Reflection," a thoughtful ballad based on the writings of Mechthild of Madeburg, medieval mystic.

Curtis Stephan sings Sarah Hart's provocative song of how God's presence in the forgotten and the oppressed serves as a prelude to seeing God in the life to come.

Matt Maher shares the story behind this popular song about God's overflowing grace and goodness.

Matt Maher shares the story behind this popular song about God's overflowing grace and goodness.

Tom Booth's challenges us with the ultimate question for Christians, "Can We Love?"

Jesse Manibusan joins Sarah Hart in presenting her moving reflection on Jesus' sacrifice of love on the cross.

"Come, True Light" takes the writings of St. Symeon, the New Theology and crafts a song that captures the mystery of Christ. The chords, the lyrics, and lonesome melody give a complete experience of longing for the coming of Jesus.

Sarah Hart shares her lovely Christmas lullaby, "We Adore."

"Infinite grace, fall like rain . . ." Sarah Hart's newest ballad draws us into God's boundless presence and constant mercy. It is a perfect song for celebrating baptism and reconciliation.

The great Psalms of David are set to a fusion of reggae and jazz as Angus McDonell brings his star musicianship to The Commons.

Here's "God, My Father," a gentle worship ballad by Jackie Francois about God's fatherly affection.

Ken Canedo shares the story behind his prayerful anthem based on the Christ Hymn from Paul's Letter to the Philippians.

Jesse Manibusan and Ken Canedo share the story behind their hope-filled song, "I Give to You a Future," a rockin' ballad based on Jeremiah 29.

From Matt Maher's recording, Empty and Beautiful, the song "Lay It Down" is able to move us to deeper intimacy and freedom with Lord. Watch as Matt shares how he composed the song, along with tips for playing it.

Sarah Hart shares "Renew," a ballad about the Blessed Trinity that can be sung throughout the year.

Matt Maher tells the story behind one of his most popular songs, the rockin' "For Your Glory."

From his Empty & Beautiful CD, Matt shares "Great Things," a contemporary setting of Mary's Magnificat.

Robert Feduccia and Tom Booth present their song to the Trinity and the Holy Spirit, "Come, Holy Spirit"

Robert Feduccia and Tom Booth present their song to the Trinity and the Holy Spirit, "Come, Holy Spirit"

Josh Blakesley sings "Gather Us, Lord," a new multi-use Gathering Song by Nashville composer Scott Goudeau.

Here's a close-up look at Sarah Hart's contemporary rendering of the Prayer of St. Francis.

Ancient meets contemporary in Adoration, Matt Maher's respectful rendering of the traditional Tantum Ergo Sacramentum. Matt took this hymn to the Most Holy Eucharist and added a modern praise chorus that expresses this generation's y

"Taste and See" Steve Angrisano's contemporary setting of the beloved Psalm 34, a Psalm that can be a response or used during the Communion Rite.

Sarah Hart shares a stunning rendition of Psalm 91 that she wrote with Curtis Stephan.

Sarah Hart shares a thoughtful and lovely song of Mary as she prays about Joseph that.

Jaime Cortez comes on board to share his popular bilingual song that brings communities together with rejoicing hearts.

Prepare for the Lord's coming with Jenny Pixler's new song, "Prepare the Way."

Jesse Manibusan introduces a beautiful song that asks for the gifts of the Holy Spirit to come.

Unity Award winner Santiago Fernandez shares his lively setting of Psalm 19 with the Universal Church.

Tom Booth and Jenny Pixler join Jackie Francois to share the story behind Never Too Young, the upbeat middle school song composed by the legendary Carey Landry.

Curtis Stephan shares his inspiring rocker, "I Will Testify," already a popular favorite.

Matt Maher shares insights and performance tips for his rockin' uptempo ballad, "As It Is In Heaven." What inspired Matt to compose this song about our response to God's call?

When Josh Blakesley leads worship, this song always brings people to a deeper place with the Lord. In this video the Louisiana musician and worship leader gets inside "Let Your Love Come Down."

Steve Angrisano tells the story behind this uplifting song that has quickly become a favorite song in parishes throughout the country.

A old theology professor once said that the study of theology should lead us to our knees in silence. Tom Booth shares the story and the technique behind his song, Sacred Silence, a song that should lead us to just that.

Curtis Stephan has written what is perhaps the perfect closing for Mass. We Live to Love draws from the dismissal commissioning at Mass and adds power ...and volume! Watch as he shares this terrific song.

Come to the Water and be refreshed by Matt Maher's modern take on the classic song by John Foley, SJ.

Honored as a BMI Most Performed Song on Christian Radio, Your Grace Is Enough has become an anthem for Christians throughout the word. Join Matt Maher as he talks about the origins of the song and how he plays it live.

Be Lifted High is song that is great to just have fun with. It is perfect to sing while simply enjoying God's presence. Josh Blakesley shares how the song was written and why it is special to him.