Waiting For The Coming Of Christ

"Waiting For The Coming Of Christ" is a vibrant Advent entrance hymn that captures the eager anticipation of the season. Composed by Austinmary Paul Anuebunwa, the piece is designed to gather the congregation in a spirit of joyful readiness. With its rhythmic call-and-response structure, the song moves between short, urgent verses and a grounding refrain, reminding the faithful to keep their lamps burning as they look toward the arrival of Christ the King.

The melody is bright and forward-moving, perfectly suited for a choir processing into the church on a crisp Advent morning. As the verses progress, they draw on rich scriptural titles for Jesus—calling Him "Emmanuel," "Israel's Strength and Consolation," and the "Hope of all the earth." The recurring chorus builds a sense of communal longing, making it an excellent choice for parishes preparing their hearts to receive the Blessed Redeemer.