We Shall Go To God's House

"We Shall Go To God's House" is a bright, processional setting of Psalm 122 by Jude Orakwe. With its opening declaration of joy at the invitation to enter the Lord's presence, the piece naturally serves as an Entrance hymn, gathering the congregation and setting a tone of eager anticipation for the Mass. The chorus is straightforward and uplifting, designed to carry the voices of the faithful as the ministers process to the altar.

The verses are arranged with a call-and-response feel, alternating between the lower and upper voices. The bass section introduces the first half of each psalm verse—recalling the gladness of hearing "Let us go to God's house"—before the sopranos complete the thought, singing of standing within the gates of Jerusalem and praying for peace within its walls. This structure keeps the psalm text moving briskly while giving different sections of the choir a moment to lead.