We know the manger and the star. We know the story by heart. The carols are familiar, and the truth they carry is sure. Still, Christmas can sometimes feel like looking back at something beautiful instead of opening the door to Someone who is already near.
Emmanuel means God with us. Not a truth we hold at a distance, but God Himself close enough to greet. That is the heart of the following songs. They turn us toward the One who came to us, not as a promise on a page or a scene we only imagine, but as the King who is already here. Hello is a small word, but at Christmas it becomes a welcome—and that welcome belongs in the room where His people gather.
These anthems give your congregation words warm enough for wonder and simple enough to share: regulars and guests, choir and congregation, all of us greeting the One who came to be with us. From blended and contemporary choral settings to praise and worship, they stand ready to say, “Hello, Emmanuel. You are welcome here.”
SATB (EASY)
Emmanuel
Arranged by Mark Andrew
Mark Andrew's Emmanuel is a very easy-to-learn, beautiful Christmas anthem. Perfect for the choir with limited time or resources!
PRAISE & WORSHIP (EASY)
Hello, Emmanuel
Arranged by Bev Herrema, Regi Stone
Greeting the newborn Savior by name, this anthem leads the congregation from the quiet of the manger to the wonder of His coming. Joyful, singable, and at home in any Christmas service, it welcomes Emmanuel, the Child who is God with us, with words the whole church can sing.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)You Are Welcome Here
You Are Welcome Here (with orchestra)
Arranged by Jef Lippencott
You Are Welcome Here, an easy-to-learn Christmas anthem, is a transcendent prayer of worship and praise to God. Touching from beginning to end, this piece for soloist + SATB choir serves well in traditional and blended settings. [Full Orchestration available to Unlimited PLUS Members]
SATB (DIFFICULT)You Will Call Him Jesus
Arranged by Wes Ramsay
A song from the point of view of the angel who appeared to Mary in a dream, You Will Call Him Jesus can be performed with piano or piano and handbell accompaniment. For SATB choir in traditional or blended settings.
PRAISE & WORSHIP (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)Sounding Joy
Arranged by Bev Herrema, Jordan Burks
With joyful lyrics and harmonies, this catchy Christmas carol celebrates the arrival of our Savior. Reminding us of the true meaning of Christmas and the light that came into the world, it invites all to share the joy of Christ's birth as we gather in worship. For blended or contemporary services.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)Heaven Rejoices
Arranged by Dennis Allen
A fun, rhythmic celebration of Christ's coming birth with a great gospel groove.
PRAISE & WORSHIP (EASY)Emmanuel
Arranged by Joel Shoemake, Barry French
Arranged for soloist, choir, and small band, this driving praise & worship anthem is a great addition to contemporary worship services at Christmas and throughout the year!
