O Church, Arise

This clarion call to service, with its powerful text and memorable melody, is given an extraordinary setting here by Joseph M. Martin. Written in a timeless poetic style, the significant text covers the spiritual journey of the church. The resolute hymnlike theme is tastefully harmonized, interspersed with unison and two-part writing for power and clarity. A new bridge recently added by the songwriters and artist Chris Tomlin proclaims a glorious call to the church to "Arise, shine, for your light has come." A colorful orchestration is also available for this modern-day hymn. Highly recommended!