Behold The Eastertide Is Here

"Behold The Eastertide Is Here" is a bright, triumphant hymn that captures the sheer joy of Easter morning. Set to a melody by William James Kirkpatrick, the piece rings out with the good news of the Resurrection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the empty tomb—the rolled-away stone and the folded burial cloths—before bursting into a jubilant refrain declaring that Christ is risen and mighty to save.

In the choir loft, this is exactly the kind of piece we love to sing when the long Lenten fast is finally broken. The four-part harmony is straightforward but incredibly uplifting, making it a wonderful choice for an Entrance or Recessional hymn during the Easter season. As the congregation hears the repeated calls to "Behold," it draws everyone into the reality of the Resurrection, inviting us all to rejoice and sing in the new life of the Eastertide.