We Shall Go To God's House.

"We Shall Go To God's House" is a bright, uplifting setting of Psalm 122, capturing the sheer gladness of approaching the altar. Jude Orakwe’s composition opens with a lively, rhythmic chorus that immediately invites the congregation into a spirit of worship. It is a natural choice for an Entrance song, setting a welcoming and celebratory tone as the priest and ministers process down the aisle.

The verses are arranged in an engaging call-and-response style, alternating between the lower and upper voices. The bass section leads the narrative, singing familiar lines like "I rejoiced when I heard them say," before the sopranos answer with soaring, melodic responses. This back-and-forth movement keeps the choir attentive and gives the psalm a conversational, communal feel, reminding everyone in the pews that gathering for Mass is a shared journey.

Beyond its use at the beginning of Mass, this piece works beautifully whenever a psalm of ascent or a theme of unity is needed. The final verses, praying for the peace of Jerusalem and the good of brethren and friends, resonate deeply during times of thanksgiving or parish celebrations. It is a joyful reminder of the privilege of worshiping together in the house of the Lord.