Through Cornwall’s cliffs, where breakers roar
A modern hymn recounting the pilgrim paths of St Joseph of Arimathea in Cornwall and Somerset. Continue reading Through Cornwall’s cliffs, where breakers roar
Author: Michael McFarland Campbell
Michael McFarland Campbell is a neurodivergent liturgical writer, organist, and storyteller living with chronic illness and fierce compassion. Rooted in Benedictine spirituality, his work transforms everyday routines—dialysis, knitting, walking, pain management—into sacred reflections. Through humour, advocacy, and creative care, he uplifts the dignity of the misunderstood and inspires inclusive acts of hope, connection, and healing.
You call us out to unknown paths
a Hymn for the Second Sunday in Lent (Year A) — “You call us out to unknown paths” Continue reading You call us out to unknown paths
The sky grows dark on Calv’ry’s hill
A Good Friday hymn along Ireland’s great river. Continue reading The sky grows dark on Calv’ry’s hill
O God of Patrick, still our guide
A congregational hymn for St Patrick’s Day celebrating the missionary witness of Patrick and the Christian heritage of Ireland. Continue reading O God of Patrick, still our guide
In Patricktide we bless your name
A Patricktide hymn for St Joseph Continue reading In Patricktide we bless your name
Gone Home Alfred
Celebrating the life of Alfred Reoch MBE, Scouter, late of Gibraltar. Continue reading Gone Home Alfred
Upon the hill where grasses bend
A Eucharistic hymn set in the Irish landscape. Continue reading Upon the hill where grasses bend
Hail Mary, full of morning light
Without the Annunciation of the Lord to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and her simple “Yes”, the world’s salvation would not have happened. This is an fresh image of that angelic visitation. Continue reading Hail Mary, full of morning light
Spirit, lead us through the valley
The hymn “Spirit, lead us through the valley” reflects themes of hope, resurrection, and renewal amid grief, guided by the Spirit’s presence through life’s challenges. Continue reading Spirit, lead us through the valley
In valleys where the soft rains fall
Reimagining St Benedict as a young man with the landscape of Irish monasteries in his background. Continue reading In valleys where the soft rains fall
Received Light 