The Music of Craig Petrie

Words by Lori McClellan, Music by Craig Petrie

 

Lori has described her experience in creating these lyrics--see the note on the last page of the sheet music.  The song won a Special Recognition award in the 2002 Church Music Contest, Relief Society Category.

 

SOLO SHEET MUSIC, HIGHER VOICES (PDF)

 

SOLO SHEET MUSIC, LOWER VOICES (PDF)

 

A painter's canvas, clean and bright

Seeks out new colors, once was white;
A vibrant gold and navy blue,
The colors of our sisters true;

 

But each unique and special hue
Creates a sacred, matchless view;
A painting part of history,
Sisters of Relief Society

 

CHORUS:
The Master's canvas is beautiful,
It warms my heart, it stirs my soul,
This sisterhood it represents,
To magnify His love, His love.

 

I stand amazed from my grand view,
This work of art, so pure and new;
I gaze upon, the worth it holds,
The Master's hand, His love unfolds;

 

We're meant to share this love divine,
The love that stands the test of time;
As caring hands reach to embrace,
See smiles upon each sister's face.

 

CHORUS

 

The name I call this masterpiece,
Is one that makes one whisper sweet;
Two words that mean love, charity,
Is my "Relief Society."
Is my "Relief Society."