Rev Robert Mayes

LCMS pastor who loves hymns, sacred music, and the Lutheran Confessions. Written at least 72 original hymn tunes, about 16 texts, some translations.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

Just finished hymn tune #73, RISING HOPE. Written for a text by a youth, Elijah Leigeber, who came to my sectional at the Higher Things conference this year. He stayed, showed me his poetry, and received commendations and an offer of new tunes. He's a rising voice to know of.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@CatholicDrip___ If Mary is free from sin, why does she need a savior? Because she says she does in Lk. 1:47.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

I once used Finale for music notation. Switched to Dorico when Finale deplatformed. It's been a growing and humbling experience to say the least.

Had a tech situation for the last few days. But now it's working right and I can get back to composition.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@RichardBicknase It will pay off in seminary classes and in the parish.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@RevIsaacWirtz Since I am a believer, I am also predestined. Therefore, looking back, if I had been born elsewhere, God would have sent a missionary at the very least.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@RevIsaacWirtz The fruit eating wasn't the big problem. It was the treason that overthrew God's dominion and attempted for a man-made rebellion with himself as lord over all.

And the passing of this down shouldn't surprise anyone who's ever heard of genetics.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

Technically, I'm going to be doing tune #74 soon after for the same writer. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcements - as soon as I can get my music software program working again.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

An idea for tune #73. The text was sent to me by a youth who attended my sectional at HT on new Lutheran hymns since LSB and stayed after to talk. Saw his hymns and poems. Elijah Leigeber will be a gift for the Church.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@RevIsaacWirtz This is a good argument. Borrowing it now for future use.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@Acolyte_1 Henry Eyster Jacobs needs to be remembered more today.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@Tim_Sandborn21 The numbers in Revelation are symbolic.
144,000 - 12 x 12 x 10 x 10 x 10
12 = number of the Church, number of the O.T. sons of Jacob / Israel
10 = perfect number (has all numerals beneath)
3 '10s' = 3 is given for the number of God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@RevMattRichard By any chance, did you give any handouts for your presentation in St. Louis at WashU2?

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

I realize I have books on my shelf I haven't read.

Nonetheless, I just added 4 more books to my book wishlist.

(Anyone wishing to contribute to my book fund, just contact me). 🙂

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@SpeciesofAUS I don't like it when anyone but my family, close friends, or other pastors call me by my first name. Or Pastor Rob. It would be like me calling my dad "Father Ted." It's just not respectful.

I even call pastors who go by their first name "Pastor (last name)" to their people.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@logos_asarkos God's funky. Jesus is both God and Son of God. 3 persons but 1 God.

Then I'd teach him or her the Apostles' Creed.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

Now that July 4 is here and it's been a long week away at HT, plus it's my day off, I'm considering rewriting the sermon I wrote and making one more including our country's anniversary.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

Back from HT WashU2. It was a hot one. Staying inside in the AC today.

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

Anyone out there joining me for @higherthings #WashU2? My presentation is ready. I think. Hope to have a great week!

[Rev Robert Mayes @Hymncomposer]

@tapanisimojoki Trust not in princes, they are but mortal.
Earthborn they are and soon decay.
Vain is their council at life's last portal,
When the dark grave doth claim its prey.
Since mortals can no help afford,
Trust ye in Christ our God and Lord.
Alleluia, alleluia. (see LSB 797:2).