Psalms and Hymns in the Language of Cree (Mackay)

Psalms and Hymns in the Language of Cree is a foundational collection of psalms and hymns translated into Cree by the Rev. John Alexander Mackay in the nineteenth century. Long used in Cree-speaking Anglican communities, it supports worship, language preservation and the deep spiritual heritage of Cree Anglican tradition.

Suggested uses

• Cree-language worship and prayer
• Incorporating Cree psalms and hymnody into parish liturgies
• Supporting community-led language revitalization
• Historical or cultural study of Cree Christian translation and hymnody

Key themes

• Indigenous language in worship
• Cree Anglican spiritual and musical tradition
• Historic translation work and cultural continuity
• Community identity expressed through psalms and hymns

Best suited for: Indigenous ministries, Cree-speaking congregations, worship leaders, language and culture programs and communities seeking to integrate Cree psalms and hymnody into shared worship.