Safe from Harm

Yellowhammer Hymns is a collaborative project at Christ Church Presbyterian in Jacksonville, FL between pastor, Chuck Colson, and Artist-in-Residence, Andy Zipf. The duo collaborates in the creative process to compose songs for congregational worship that also facilitate contemplation of the beauty, power, and goodness of God throughout the week. Inspiration for Yellowhammer’s work comes from in-depth reflection on the Scriptures, particularly the Psalms, where the promises of God intersect the everyday needs and struggles of the believer. From this rich fund, Colson and Zipf compose songs and field test them in the congregation to access their sing-a-bility and spiritual resonance. All albums are recorded at Christ Church by the musicians from their congregation.

Yellowhammer will release their second album Safe from Harm on August 13, 2021. This collection of hymns was written during the COVID-19 crisis that engulfed the world in March 2020. The songs reflect the weakness and dependence forced upon Colson and Zipf as they journeyed through the uncertainty of those days coupled with other losses, trials, and adversities. The album explores how to seek and to find rest from the turmoil of life in the mercy and steadfast love of God revealed in Jesus Christ.