I do not like at all the way this thread has gone. I usually enjoy some of the discussions about religion, hymns etc we had in other threads like e.g. 'Atheist hymns'. They have a good place there. But this thread should be focussed on the theme of the original post from Mary for the good idea should not get lost among futile discussions.

Petra had said it first but I cite Sharon's summary:
I agree with her (Petra) that, if each of us sings a song that brings healing to him or her, the action is no less meaningful than if we all sing the same song... in fact, it would probably be more meaningful.

So be it.

Wolfgang