GLORIA / Together in the Lord's House

This manuscript by Ezema Job Sunday brings together two joyful pieces for the choir loft: a vibrant Latin "Gloria" and a versatile English hymn, "Together in the Lord's House." The Gloria setting moves with a bright, quasi-allegro tempo, carrying the traditional text of praise from the opening "Gloria in excelsis Deo" through to a resounding "Amen." It is an excellent choice for festive Sundays and solemnities when the choir wants to lift the congregation's spirits during the introductory rites.

The second piece, "Together in the Lord's House," is a welcoming call to worship inspired by Psalm 150. The lyrics invite everyone to praise God in His sanctuary with dancing, clapping, and joyful hearts. The composer thoughtfully designed the verses to serve multiple moments in the liturgy. As noted on the score, verses one, two, and four work beautifully as an Entrance hymn to gather the assembly, while verses two, three, and five shift the focus toward thanksgiving and bringing gifts, making it a perfect fit for the Offertory procession.