"On Eagle's Wings"

The song "On Eagle's Wings" is everywhere: hymnals, YouTube, funerals and memorial services, and even PBS specials. In this episode, we interview the song's composer, Fr. Michael Joncas, to learn more about the story of the song, the writing and publication process, and the song's legacy. There is even a surprise revelation about the connection between this beloved piece and Stephen Sondheim, and you don't want to miss it.

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