Objects of Substance- Hymn Book

hymn at the Prefects Induction Service. In 1987, it was used as the opening hymn and was, for the first time, called the School Hymn. In the following year, it reverted to being called the closing hymn but, again in 1991, it was called the School Hymn and has been known as that ever since. This School Hymn is now sung at important Assemblies, like the Prefects’ Induction and Anzac Day, and especially the End of Year Assembly and Presentation of Prizes.

Pauline Harvey’s 1967 Hymn Book No53, “Now thank we all our God”.

It is interesting to examine the words of this hymn and speculate why it was deemed appropriate to be the School hymn. The initial idea expressed in the hymn is gratitude, a tenet of modern mindfulness, and the words continue to embrace and advocate positivity, the importance of family, sharing, and hope for a peaceful and fulfilling life. Perhaps these are sentiments that resound with many people, no matter their culture, upbringing, or religious affiliation.