Historic & Foundational Hymnals
These shaped the early development of English hymnody.
- The Bay Psalm Book (1640) First book printed in British North America.
- Hymns and Spiritual Songs (Isaac Watts, 1707) Often called the father of English hymnody.
- A Collection of Hymns for the Use of the People Called Methodists (John Wesley, 1780) Central to Methodist identity.
- Olney Hymns (1779) Includes “Amazing Grace,” by John Newton and William Cowper.
Denominational Classics (1800s–1900s)
Methodist
- The Methodist Hymnal (1905, 1935)
- The United Methodist Hymnal (1989)
Baptist
- The Baptist Hymnal (1956, 1975, 1991, 2008)
Presbyterian
- The Presbyterian Hymnal (1990)
- Glory to God (2013)
Lutheran
- The Lutheran Hymnal (1941)
- Lutheran Book of Worship (1978)
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006)
Anglican / Episcopal
- Hymns Ancient and Modern (1861)
- The English Hymnal (1906)
- The Hymnal 1940
- The Hymnal 1982
Catholic
- St. Gregory Hymnal (1920)
- Worship series (GIA Publications)
- Gather series (GIA)
- Breaking Bread (OCP)
Evangelical & Revivalist Hymnals
These shaped 19th–20th century revival movements.
- Gospel Hymns (Moody & Sankey, 1870s–1890s)
- Great Hymns of the Faith (1968)
- Songs of Faith and Praise (1994, Churches of Christ)
Modern & Contemporary Hymnals
Blending traditional hymns with contemporary worship.
- Celebration Hymnal (1997)
- Hymns for the Family of God (1976)
- Sing! (Getty Music, 2010s)
- Lift Up Your Hearts (2013, CRC & RCA)
- Common Praise (1998, Anglican Church of Canada)
Ecumenical & Broad‑Use Hymnals
Used across multiple denominations.
- The New Century Hymnal (1995, UCC)
- The Worshiping Church (1990)
- The Hymnal for Worship and Celebration