Knowing Hymn – Episode 47“Anytime, Anywhere” with Special Guest Angie Killian

In this special episode of Knowing Hymn, Steve and Angi welcome songwriter and hymnwriter Angie Killian to discuss her beloved hymn “Anytime, Anywhere” (Hymn 1012 in Hymns—For Home and Church).

Angie shares the story behind the hymn's creation, explaining how it began as a simple song for children and eventually found its way into the Church's new hymnbook. Together, they explore the hymn's central message that prayer and divine guidance are available to all of God's children, no matter where they are or what circumstances they face.

Throughout the conversation, Angie reflects on her journey as a songwriter, her desire to help children develop a relationship with Heavenly Father, and the inspiration she finds in the Savior's teachings. Steve and Angi also discuss scriptural teachings on prayer, the influence of the Holy Ghost, and the importance of finding sacred moments amid the noise and distractions of everyday life.

• Angie Killian's journey into songwriting

• The story behind “Anytime, Anywhere”

• How the hymn grew from a children's song into a congregational favorite

• Teaching children to pray and seek spiritual guidance

• The Savior's teachings on personal prayer

• Finding sacred spaces in a noisy world

• The role of the Holy Ghost in guiding our lives

• The power of simple, childlike faith

• Hearing hymns sung around the world

• A memorable story involving children, music, and an unexpected audience of cows

“Anytime, Anywhere” (Hymn 1012)
Words and music by Angie Killian

• Matthew 6:5–6

• 3 Nephi 18:15–21

• Doctrine and Covenants 88:63

• 1 Thessalonians 5:17

• James 1:5

Steve references the 1835 hymnbook compiled under the direction of Emma Smith.

1835 Collection of Sacred Hymns:
https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paper-summary/collection-of-sacred-hymns-1835/7

• Prayer

• Personal revelation

• The Holy Ghost

• Teaching faith to children

• Finding peace amid life's distractions

• Worship in daily life

• Trust in Heavenly Father

• The simplicity of the gospel

• Jesus Christ as our example in prayer

Angie Killian is a Christian songwriter, author, and speaker whose music has touched millions of listeners around the world. Her songs focus on faith in Jesus Christ and are sung in homes, churches, and congregations across the globe. “Anytime, Anywhere” was recently added to Hymns—For Home and Church as hymn number 1012.

Email: [email protected]

Website: knowinghymn.weebly.com

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