Adult General Anthems for the Church Choir

This anthem speaks a word of comfort and assurance to people of faith. Beautiful melodic contours carry the message forward, while the flowing accompaniment underscores the prayerful spirit of the anthem,

This Celtic-style anthem's text, written by Herb Frombach, is based freely on John 12:44. Mostly upbeat, the contrasting a cappella middle section returns to the opening energy where the (optional) violin

Original and creative, this piece provides a musical perspective that is captivating and inspiring. The piano accompaniment wafts above a flowing melody, while the flute or violin provides support and

The text of this work invites the listener to imagine a world without weapons of war where the human experience is defined through the lens of mercy and compassion. The music is peaceful and very

Inspiring and dynamic, this anthem offers an engaging accompaniment that provides color and energy, while the choral themes and textures are carefully designed for clarity of text that experienced singers

Gordon Light's text is powerful by itself, but when added to music composed by Mark Miller it becomes an anthem of unity for all people, all cultures, and all generations.

Finding peace is everyone's goal, and this gentle anthem speaks to that longing. Using Psalm 121 with additional lyrics and incorporating DONA NOBIS PACEM, we are reminded that peace is to be found only in

This piece based on Romans 12 challenges the listener to go into the world with love. Useful as an anthem or benediction, this universal message is important in any season of the year.

As believers, we are called into unity with one another. This special piece encourages us to pursue that unity and to dwell richly in God's peace. The anthem is beautifully accompanied with piano alone, but

Carol M. Hodge's thoughtful lyrics are the canvas for this artfully crafted piece. Set in a gentle cut time, the music allows each section of the ensemble to showcase long melodic lines and rich

This multigenerational arrangement of the famous song is crafted to blend a children's choir and an adult choir. The delicate opening by the children's choir begins in unison, then splits into two

An earnest and accessible anthem of prayer for peace, suitable for adult or youth choirs. The inspired text calls for the healing of our world through compassion, forgiveness, and understanding. The score

Dan's setting, written during the events of 2020, of Paul Wigmore's exquisite text invoking Light, Joy, Love, Peace, and Hope, for SATB choir, piano, and optional string quartet.

The famous St. Francis of Assisi text is beautifully illustrated by the choral parts as they wind harmonically away from the tonic and return as the text brings comfort. The vocal lines are supported by a

Flowing triplets in the piano underscore this stirring original based on the well-known text of St. Frances. With three distinct sections, each building to a pinnacle before settling in for a quiet,

This fresh setting of the treasured text is melodically engaging and harmonically rich, with beautiful vocal lines and a soaring violin part that complements them nicely. Marvelously conceived and executed,

Based on a Buddhist blessing, this song is a prayer for kindness, peace, well-being, and joy for all creation. The prayer moves outward like ripples on a pond with successive verses: "May I," "May you," and

This is an ideal anthem for services dealing with prayer for peace in our world and the prayer for the light of Christ to shine: "In a world where hatred seems so strong, may your grace right the wrong.

This moving setting of an original text based on Isaiah 11 and Psalm 72 is accompanied by piano and trumpet. The listener is encouraged to seek justice and to embody the peace of Christ in all of our

In this heartfelt prayer for peace, contemporary and traditional styles blend seamlessly as the choir asks first to receive shalom, then offers shalom to the listener, to friends and family, to those we

The text and gentle melody of this peaceful anthem will resonate with your choir and congregation. In the midst of our busy and troubled lives, the phrase "With you, O Lord, I rest in stillness" brings a

This tender and comforting work "passes the peace" as its simple yet elegant melody washes over the listener, gently unfolding its text with increasing texture: "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to

Based on Psalm 133, "How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!" this anthem encourages us to build bridges rather than walls. Incorporating the tune and some text from the hymn

Elegant in its simplicity, this anthem provides opportunities for artistic performance with limited rehearsal time. The piece utilizes an accessible piano accompaniment and optional handbells, with a few