From the composer
Writing music for Richard Leach's hymn poems has deepened my appreciation for artistic collaboration. His words have allowed me to explore and expand my compositional range, and I'm grateful for the chance to put together a collection of our work.

Jim Clemens
Dayton, Virginia, July, 2015

From the author
My warmest thanks to Jim Clemens for the careful and creative attention he has brought to my texts, and the music he has given them.

The storm of grace that Jesus brings disturbs many of our settled ways and thoughts and feelings, but it offers life and joy. This collection is dedicated to all who long to welcome it more fully and freely.

Richard Leach
Stamford, Connecticut, July 6, 2015