# Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal

> Digital hymnal with search, audio, and multiple musical arrangements. (iPhone/iPad app by Christian Classics Ethereal Library.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-ecumenical-hymnal/id796668542 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christian Classics Ethereal Library](https://appshunter.io/developer/291851440)
- Category: Books, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-ecumenical-hymnal/id796668542/reviews.md

## What is Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal?

This is an iPad edition of the hymnal Glory to God: Hymns, Psalms, & Spiritual Songs, with razor-sharp music, powerful search capabilities, sample piano recordings of hymns, interesting information about hymns and their authors, and the ability to access several different versions of hymns including pew, accompaniment, large print, projection, lead sheet, and instrumental (strings, brass, and woodwinds).

This free app includes the pew version of all 235 of the public domain hymns in Glory to God: Hymns, Psalms, & Spiritual Songs, including favorites such as “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” and “Take My Life and Let It Be.” You can add various editions of the hymnal, which include copyrighted as well as public domain hymns, with in-app purchases:
 • Pew $19.99
 • Large Print $24.99
 • Accompaniment $49.99
 • Accompaniment with FlexScores $99.99
 • Alto Sax Edition, $24.99
 • Bass Edition, $24.99
 • Bassoon Edition, $24.99
 • Cello Edition, $24.99
 • Clarinet Edition, $24.99
 • Flute Edition, $24.99
 • Horn Edition, $24.99
 • Oboe Edition, $24.99
 • Tenor Sax Edition, $24.99
 • Trombone Edition, $24.99
 • Trumpet Edition, $24.99
 • Tuba Edition, $24.99
 • Viola Edition, $24.99
 • Violin Edition, $24.99

For each hymn there is a page of information that may include a description of the hymn, a brief biography of the author or composer, and information for worship leaders such as performance suggestions and available arrangements.  A brief audio clip is also available.

The search box allows you to search for hymns by first line, author, composer, topic, or scripture passages quoted or alluded to. You can also jump immediately to a hymn by number.

The Accompaniment with FlexScores edition includes everything in the other editions and adds our revolutionary FlexScores for most of the hymns. These include large print, lead sheet, projection, and instrumental versions. Users are able to adjust the music and text size of the scores and transpose them.

The versions offered for FlexScores include accompaniment, pew, lead sheet, projection, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, alto saxophone, soprano or tenor saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, and tuba. For the instrumental versions, the music is transposed into an appropriate range and displayed in an appropriate clef for the instrument. The projection version enables you to connect the iPad to a projector and project hymns onto a screen. 

A network connection is required to play audio samples and view FlexScores.

Note that while editions (such as the Pew Edition or Accompaniment with FlexScores Edition) of the hymnal can be transferred to other devices, individual FlexScores -- both the $1.99 and $9.99 versions -- cannot be transferred to other devices.

## Key features

- Powerful hymn search by various criteria
- Detailed hymn and author information
- Sample piano recordings of hymns
- Multiple hymn versions (pew, large print, instrumental)
- Adjustable music and text size
- Transpose and project scores

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Accompaniment Edition Hymnal | $49.99 | one-time |
| Accompaniment Edition with FlexScores | $99.99 | one-time |
| Large Print Edition | $24.99 | one-time |
| One FlexScore Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pew Edition | $19.99 | one-time |
| Trombone Edition | $24.99 | one-time |
| Trumpet Edition | $24.99 | one-time |
| Tuba Edition | $24.99 | one-time |
| Viola Edition | $24.99 | one-time |
| Violin Edition | $24.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-ecumenical-hymnal/id796668542/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Now needs to wifi to work

*2017-04-02, version 1.3*

I have used this app for a couple of years.  It recently changed so it does not work if wifi is not available.  This is a major issue.

Also, it does not include the text pages in the front of the hymnal.  These are the pages with worship helps such as baptism, Apostles Creed, etc.

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2017-02-26, version 1.3*

Would not purchase for $19.99, doesn't correspond to my church hymnal.  Would not have known that prior to purchase!

### 2/5 — No support and troubling problems

*2016-12-14, version 1.3*

I waited four days for a response to my issues. No response.  Various hymns do not display. Screen freezes regularly on IPad Pro.  I have bought this hymnal twice because after about a month the first one came up showing as the free version and required me to pay again.  If this was a $5 app this would be less angering but at $20 we should at least get customer service to get issues like these resolved.  I have $40 invested in this and still bugs and hymns that are not available

### 4/5 — Good app, requires Internet, has no index

*2016-11-26, version 1.3*

The audio requires an Internet connection.
There is a search function, but no hymn index.
Accompaniment version is $50, so I bought the $20 pew version, with simple midi piano accompaniment. Apparently, the accompaniment version includes the pew version, but you get no credit if you upgrade.

### 1/5 — Poor performance and support

*2015-12-19, version 1.3*

I have bought the accompanist edition of this hymnal and repeatedly tried to download and use it.  On one or two occasions it has worked, briefly.  Every time, after a use or two, the app "forgets" I have paid for it and demands that I buy it again.  I have tried deleting and reloading to no avail.  I would mind less if the pew edition were more reliable, but it is not.  I have asked for support and gotten no response whatsoever.  The developers are definitely ripping off the users.  The formatting is the only reason to give any stars at all.

### 4/5 — Great tech

*2015-07-13, version 1.3*

I love the flex score technology. I just wish they had applied it to a different hymnal. I'm hoping the developer expands is line. Maybe they could do a version Praise Him or Lead Me Guid Me.

If you want to see how flexscores work before making in app purchases...check out the developer website. You will be impressed

### 1/5 — Nana

*2015-04-18, version 1.2*

After six months use can no longer play hymn tunes. Two requests for help unanswered.

### 1/5 — Not A Happy Camper

*2014-11-28, version 1.2*

Can Not Get This To Work. Only shows the top of a song, could not fine a list of song (ie No Index). Could not get it to play. I Am Not Happy! I gave one star because I couldn't give anything lower. I want my money back!

## Frequently asked questions about Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal

### What is Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal?

Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal is a digital version of the hymnal Glory to God: Hymns, Psalms, & Spiritual Songs, designed for iPad. It offers features like advanced search, hymn information, audio samples, and various musical arrangements.

### Does Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal have ads?

No, Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for additional hymnal editions.

### What are the in-app purchase options for Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal?

You can purchase various editions of the hymnal, including Pew ($19.99), Large Print ($24.99), Accompaniment ($49.99), and Accompaniment with FlexScores ($99.99). Several instrumental editions are also available for $24.99 each.

### Can I use Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal offline?

While the core pew version of the hymnal is available for free, a network connection is required to play audio samples and view FlexScores. Transferring editions to other devices is possible, but individual FlexScores cannot be transferred.

### What devices is Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal compatible with?

Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal is designed for iPad and is also supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal updated?

The app was last updated on July 25, 2024, with version 3.5.5. This indicates a commitment to ongoing maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What kind of information is available for each hymn?

For each hymn, you can find a description, a brief biography of the author or composer, and performance suggestions for worship leaders. A brief audio clip is also provided.

### How does the search function work in Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal?

The search box allows you to find hymns by their first line, author, composer, topic, or scripture passages. You can also directly access a hymn by its number.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.5 — 2024-07-25

* Fix unable to purchase individual FlexScores when missing music preview
* Add access to side menu from home screen
* Fix typing overwrites previous search on some systems

### 3.5.4 — 2024-03-27

* Support annotation pinch zoom
* Fix possible error with pedal

### 3.5.3 — 2024-03-18

- Fix Easter lectionary days

### 3.5.2 — 2023-05-03

- Fix minor performance improvements

### 3.5.0 — 2023-02-20

- Add support autoswap between single page/two page modes
- Add optionally reduce page turn animation
- Add resize landscape two page mode to show full page

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