Peace Upon Earth

"PEACE UPON EARTH" is a bright and joyful Christmas carol that captures the gladness of the Nativity. The song opens with the familiar message of the angels—peace and goodwill to men—before bursting into a lively, jubilant chorus. When we sing the repeated "Joyously sing" in the refrain, it feels like the choir is joining the heavenly host to welcome the newborn King.

As the verses unfold, the focus shifts beautifully from the angels and the glowing star of Bethlehem to the voices of children. The final verse reminds us that the songs of the little ones are even sweeter to Christ than the tunes of the angels. It is a wonderful piece for a parish choir to sing during the Christmas season, especially at a family Mass or a carol service where the joy of the congregation is palpable.