1.  What is the “Reclaim” Introductory Edition?
It is a transitional book that will lead, through feedback from congregations and individuals, to the development a final and permanent hymnal resource called Reclaim: Lutheran Hymnal for Church and Home. 

2.  Why do we need another hymnal? Can’t we just project it with PowerPoint, make our own services from online sources, etc?

That is true. Electronic formats and resources open up a wide range of possibilities. And, yes, ReClaim does offer electronic resources options for portions of its hymnal resource.

Reclaim’s main goal, however, is to provide solid, classic content for Christians in the Lutheran tradition—regardless of the format they like—such as electronic (CD-ROM, etc), online, or traditional hardbound hymnal.

Please contact ReClaim for more information about the Electronic Edition

3.  Who is behind the “Reclaim” hymnal project?

Reclaim board and committee members have a background in the ELCA and its predecessor churches and have a range of experience in teaching, music, pastoral care, business, and publishing. These individuals include laypersons, pastors, and seminary professors.

In the spring of 2006, the committee was incorporated independently as Reclaim Resources, a non-profit organization.