We Shall Know Him When He Comes

Inspired by an anonymous poem contrasting earthly kings with the enduring peace of Christ, this Advent anthem weaves modernized text with imagery from O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. The music moves from storm to stillness with voices rising like wind, breaking into light, and settling into lush harmonies echoing the "holy harmonies" mentioned in the text. The accompaniment and solo instrument beautifully support the themes throughout. All will encounter the peace of Emmanuel anew.