Hymns in the Cree Language (Faries)

Hymns in the Cree Language is a historic collection of Christian hymns translated into Cree by the Rev. E.A. Faries in the early twentieth century. Long used in Cree-speaking Anglican communities, the collection supports worship, language continuity and the living tradition of Cree hymnody.

Suggested uses

• Cree-language worship in parish or community settings
• Including Cree hymnody in seasonal, feast day or special services
• Supporting language revitalization through music and prayer
• Study or reflection on historic Indigenous Anglican hymn translation

Key themes

• Indigenous language and worship
• Community identity expressed through hymnody
• Historic Cree Anglican ministry
• Cultural continuity through liturgical music

Best suited for: Indigenous ministries, Cree-speaking parishes, worship leaders, cultural and language program coordinators and communities incorporating Cree hymnody into prayer and worship.