Testament of Praise

by Charles Wesley

(Harold Flammer). Testament of Praise is an inspired collection of new anthems and treasured classics based on the words of Charles Wesley. These versatile offerings can be used independently as individual anthems or with optional narration it can be turned into a worship event that includes choir, orchestra, narrators and congregation. Performance 30 minutes.

76 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2006

About the author

Charles Wesley (18 December 1707 – 29 March 1788) was an English leader of the Methodist movement, son of Anglican clergyman and poet Samuel Wesley, the younger brother of Anglican clergyman John Wesley and Anglican clergyman Samuel Wesley (the Younger), and father of musician Samuel Wesley, and grandfather of musician Samuel Sebastian Wesley. Despite their closeness, Charles and his brother John did not always agree on questions relating to their beliefs. In particular, Charles was strongly opposed to the idea of a breach with the Church of England into which they had been ordained. Charles Wesley is chiefly remembered for the many hymns he wrote. He ministered for part of his life in The New Room Chapel in Bristol. His house, located nearby, can still be visited today.