Hoyt L. Hickman, Former Director of Worship Resources at the United Methodist General Board of Discipleship (1972-94), played a key role in developing the current United Methodist Hymnal and Book of Worship. A leading authority on Christian worship, he is the General Editor of the hymnal supplement, a pastor, and a prolific author. Books by Dr. Hickman include United Methodist Worship, United Methodist Altars, Primer for Church Worship, The New Handbook of the Christian Year, Theology in the Faith We Sing, and From Ashes to Fire.
