In this special feature, we’ll showcase a selection of contemporary Christmas anthems created to bring fresh energy and meaning to your worship services. Lyrically rich and musically engaging, these songs speak to people of all ages and help congregations encounter the hope and wonder of Christ’s birth in a whole new way!
Blended to contemporary in style, each anthem carries the truth of the gospel into the Christmas season with warmth and clarity. Whether you need a powerful moment for a Christmas program or a meaningful addition to weekly worship, these pieces offer ready-to-use options that feel both timely and deeply worshipful.
Inviting your congregation to keep the light of Jesus at the center of their praise, these songs proclaim the Savior whose birth changed everything—and they help your church celebrate Christmas with true joy, sincere worship, and lasting hope!
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
The Glory of God
Arranged by J. Daniel Smith
With a powerful scriptural lyric and majestic melody tied together by J. Daniel Smith's stirring arrangement, this anthem testifies to the glory of God, and could be used at Christmastime or all year round. Arranged for the soloist + SATB choir in contemporary and blended settings.
SATB (EASY)
Christmas Lights the Way
Arranged by Bev Herrema, Regi Stone
A warm and inviting Christmas anthem that proclaims Jesus as the Light who guides every heart. This accessible arrangement invites everyone to celebrate the hope and wonder of Christ’s birth. With optional children’s or youth choir, it is ideal for Christmas programs and worship services!
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Let Us Be
Let Us Be (w/ orchestra)
Arranged by Jason Webb
A Celtic-flavored SATB choral anthem that will be a challenge for your choir and a joy for your congregation. A piece that inspires and renews the meaning behind the exclamation "Joy to the world!" and would work well in blended and contemporary settings, as well as traditional services with band. [Full Orchestration available to Unlimited PLUS Members]
3-PART (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
You Came
Arranged by Richard Kingsmore
For blended and light-contemporary settings, this tender tune expresses the wonder of God who took on flesh and died for us. Arranged for 3-part choir and worship leader, it is an excellent choice for your worship team or small mixed ensemble. Perfect for Christmas and throughout the year!
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Our King Has Come
Arranged by Jonathan Allen
For soloist and SATB worship choir, this up-tempo anthem is a wonderful proclamation of Christ's birth from Grace Chapel Worship. This piece serves well in contemporary settings, and would be an excellent, singable choice for Christmas services.
SATB (EASY)
How Many Kings?
Arranged by Dave Williamson
With powerful lyrics, “How Many Kings” reminds us of our Father's incredible sacrifice of love. For a 4-part choir with a soloist, works well in a blended or contemporary worship service.
PRAISE & WORSHIP (EASY)
All Things Collide
Arranged by Brad Bichsel
A stirring melody and poetic words combine to make this a fresh piece for your Christmas service. A heartfelt ballad for worship leader (or soloist) that also includes harmonies for additional vocalists, this piece would work well in contemporary settings.
PRAISE & WORSHIP (EASY)
O Come, All Ye Faithful
Arranged by Jeff Jansen
A steady and modern, yet reverent and contemplative take on the classic Christmas hymn, this piece is arranged for solo vocalist with small band. As such, it is well-suited for both performance and congregational worship.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
His Name Shall Be Called Wondeful
Arranged by Russell Mauldin
With a syncopated gospel feel, Dick and Mel Tunney's high-energy SATB Christmas anthem works in contemporary praise and worship settings!
SATB w/ CHILDREN'S (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Star So Bright
Arranged by Bradley Knight, Regi Stone
From veteran arrangers Bradley Knight and Regi Stone, this atmospheric Christmas ballad features simple children's choir and 4-part adult choir. Includes "Angels We Have Heard on High."
