The Hymnal 1982 was put together based on the Joint Commission's work by the Standing Commission on Church Music. The Hymnal 1982 had a much expanded service music and chant section, which became necessary with the introduction of the 1979 edition of the Book of Common Prayer. The Hymnal 1982 was approved by both houses of General Convention, the governing body of the Episcopal Church, in 1982.
The Hymnal 1982 was compiled based on the Joint Commission's work by the Standing Commission on Church Music. The Hymnal 1982 featured a significantly enlarged service music and chant section, which became essential with the introduction of the 1979 edition of the Book of Common Prayer. The Hymnal 1982 was endorsed by both houses of General Convention, the governing body of the Episcopal Church, in 1982.