GREAT VICTOR!

When the choir processes down the aisle to "Great Victor!", the entire church immediately catches the spirit of celebration. Written by Jude Nnam, this entrance hymn does exactly what a gathering song should do: it calls the people into God's presence with a clear, joyful purpose. The opening lines, "Here we are in your dwelling place with songs of praise and thanksgiving," give the congregation the words they need to begin Mass with a heart full of gratitude.

While the refrain is a grand, collective shout of praise to the Lord Jesus Christ, the verses bring the focus down to a more personal level. The lyrics speak of a God who takes away guilt, turns the darkest night into the brightest day, and acts as the ultimate comforter and restorer. Nnam's signature rhythmic drive keeps the momentum moving forward, allowing the different voice parts to layer their praise beneath the main melody.

For a choir director, this piece is a reliable choice for Sundays in Ordinary Time or festive celebrations. It establishes a mood of triumph right from the opening procession. By the time the singers reach the final "victorious king," the congregation is fully awake, engaged, and ready to enter into the liturgy.