Songs for School have written and produced an original piece of music called ‘The PilgrimPilgrim 1. In the New Testament and Christian thought, someone engaged in the Christian journey through life towards heaven. 2. Someone who journeys to holy places (such as biblical sites or shrines of the saints) to seek God's help, to give thanks, or as an act of penance Way’. This specially commissioned song, complete with sheet music, lyrics and a video, is designed to engage children with the theme of pilgrimage, encouraging reflection on life as a shared journey of faithFaith 1. Belief and trust in someone or something. 2. Acceptance of particular religious teachings.. Pilgrimage is not only about travelling long distances, but about pausing to reflect on where we have come from, where we are now, and where we are going. The Pilgrim Way captures this idea in a way that is engaging and easy for all to learn and sing, making it suitable for use in schools, churches, and worshipWorship 1. Doing homage and giving honour and respect to God. The Bible includes a wide range of physical expression in worship, including bowing down, lifting hands, dancing, processions and singing. The main day on which Christians gather for communal worship is Sunday (the day when Christ is believed to have risen from the dead). 2. Christian liturgy including sung material and prayers of thanksgiving and praise. settings.
Nick and Becky Drake from Songs for School said:
“We’re delighted to share our new song, The Pilgrim Way, with everyone. It’s all about life and the journey of faith, with its highs and lows. It’s about how our story fits within the broader story of God’s people who have gone before and those who go ahead of us. We hope The Pilgrim Way inspires children to see their place in this story, and journey on through life knowing God is with them.”
Alongside the easy-to-learn song, a comprehensive free resource pack is now available for schools and churches. The pack includes:
- Lyric video
- Singalong video
- Backing track
- Printable lyric sheet
- Sheet music
To ensure the song is as accessible as possible, Makaton and British Sign Language (BSL) video resources are also being made available, which are coming soon.