Homeward Bound (2014) | The Tabernacle Choir

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The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra on Temple Square perform "Homeward Bound" by Marta Keen and arranged by Mack Wilberg.

Lyrics:
In the quiet misty morning
When the moon has gone to bed,
when the sparrows stop their singing
And the sky is clear and red,
When the summer's ceased it's gleaming,
When the corn is past its prime,
When adventure's lost its meaning,
I'll be homeward bound in time.

Bind me not to the pasture;
Chain me not to the plow.
Set me free to find my calling
And I'll return to you somehow.

If you find it's me you're missing,
If you're hoping I'll return,
To your thoughts I'll soon be list'ning,
In the road I'll stop and turn.
Then the wind will set me racing
As my journey nears its end,
and the path I'll be retracing
When I'm homeward bound again.

Bind me not to the pasture;
Chain me not to the plow.
Set me free to find my calling
And I'll return to you somehow.
Bind me not to the pasture;
Chain me not to the plow.
Set me free to find my calling
And I'll return to you somehow.
Bind me not to the pasture;
Chain me not to the plow.
Set me free to find my calling
And I'll return to you somehow.
Bind me not to the pasture;
Chain me not to the plow.
Set me free to find my calling
And I'll return, and I'll return,
And I'll return to you somehow.

Episode 4400. Aired January 12, 2014

Copyright: HOMEWARD BOUND
Words and Music by Marta Keen Thompson
© 1991 Alfred Music Publishing Co., Inc.
All rights reserved.

[thearmyflyer]

Heard this song just before I left for the Army in early September 2001, 5 days later 9/11 happened and over 20 years later I am still serving after 5 combat deployments and each time I hear this song it reminds me of the grace God has shown me in helping me return home safely each time. Love this beautiful version of this amazing song. The words hold meaning to me

[whammimjammin]

I was a prodigal son for 43 years and returned to the church 2 years ago. This song brings tears to my eyes and makes me think of my departed parents and of all the pain I caused them.

[DevinBost]

This song makes me cry every time I hear it. It's just so incredibly beautiful. I think about it every time I remember how my little boy was on the brink of death. We were planning for his funeral when a blessing miraculously restored his life. That was 3 years ago, and he is still with us, healthy and strong. Thank you for producing this beautiful song

[destinyengine]

I asked my buddies in high school if they had heard this song. Some replied, “no”. So I showed them this video. Now, sometimes in orchestra class, I’ll overhear them listening to it on their earbuds. Such a great version of such a great song.

[williamd.benson]

Bill Benson - I was adopted at 5 years old to help work a farm in Nebraska. The animals quickly became my closest friends. I was amazed at the results of plowing and preparing the dark black soil prior to planting yellow kernels of corn. As days past and the kernels
lay in the ground, It wasn't long before I realized there was a God. I was amazed as the Lord converted the rolling hills of our farm, into a massive carpet of green. Millions of tiny plants broke through the soil, absorbing moisture and engulfing the sun's warmth.
It was a wonderful childhood growing up with my adopted sister and wonderful loving parents. Each time I hear "Coming Home", my memories are always flooded with God's love for me and all His people. It will be part of my funeral service.

[davidchristie]

This song was sung at my 19 year old daughter’s funeral after she was killed in a car accident. It brought so much peace to me. Love it!

[ghosttowncurator]

This song was playing as my sweet step mom breathed out her last breath. We hadn't realized it was Homeward Bound until the youtubebot paused the song to ask if we were still listening.

[marcosgama]

I am a member of the church of Jesus Christ for many years, I am so grateful to the heavenly father for showing me his true church, my family is not a member, I am a single member, it is very difficult, but with God I can do all things.

[evrena]

Don't have to be religious to appreciate the beauty of this choir's sound!

[johnross]

the only way is jesus christ im 50 and feel like 21 again thank u oh lord you are really real

[ZackAlbawyha]

What beautiful hymn, it so uplifting. It helped while been in the hospital the last couple days and down about it. Thank you choir and orchestra and all you made this possible to listen.

[lindokuhleedward]

I feel lonely, sad today and im suffering from depression.. but as soon as those feeling came I thought of this song... God lived, God lives and God will still continue to live till eternity

[CNTRLK]

This song reminds me so much of my mission. I want to go back. It was the hardest most difficult experience in my life and I would go back in a heartbeat. The church is true I witness that with my entire soul. I love this gospel.

[Bagger]

I was fortunate to travel with the Tab Choir for 13 years. I have heard them do this song live so many times but it is just so glorious. Darin, the one playing the solo at the beginning and throughout the song made the instrument that he is playing. What an amazingly talented group of people and musicians. Love the orchestra and most importantly the ORGAN! King of instruments.

[leneakin]

My ex stepmother had a copy of this cd. I fell in love with the song and now 30yrs later roughly i would like it sang at my funeral some day.

[johncullinane]

Let us accept the gift of salvation that Christ has given us that no works can earn or contribute .

[bahta]

I cannot adequately state what The Mormon Tabernacle Choir means to me . . .I find solace, joy and comfort in every piece they sing. My heart is filled with the music.

[omiolo]

The older and wiser I get, the more I appreciate this music.

[TheRylum]

This hymn helped me through my last deployment. The power of the spirit present in this hymn eased the pain of separation from my family and helped me look forward to coming home. Additionally, it helped me to have a more eternal prospective of life on earth. Suffering is momentary, if we endure it well we can live with him and our families forever.

[ralphriffle]

November 1969 late at night in the belly of a jet plane crossing the Pacific Ocean approaching the coast of the United States, I was finally coming home after serving two years in the 198th. Infantry in Viet Nam. Even today I'm so humbled and grateful to have lived and came home