WE SHALL GO UP TO GOD'S HOUSE
Solfa Notation • Entrance songs, Responsorial Psalms, Psalms
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WE SHALL GO UP TO GOD'S HOUSE by C. U. B. Ihyan — Lyrics
About WE SHALL GO UP TO GOD'S HOUSE
"We Shall Go Up to God's House" is a vibrant, joyful setting of Psalm 122, perfectly suited for the Entrance procession. It captures the anticipation and gladness of a pilgrim people gathering for worship, setting an uplifting tone the moment the opening bell rings.
The refrain is simple and rhythmic, inviting the whole congregation to join in the "sounds of joy" as Mass begins. The verses are arranged in an engaging call-and-response style, with the bass and soprano lines leading the phrases before the full choir answers. This back-and-forth movement mimics the steady, shared steps of a procession, building a sense of communal purpose as the ministers approach the altar.
Whether used as an Entrance hymn or sung as a Responsorial Psalm, it brings a bright energy to the liturgy. The final verse concludes with a beautiful Trinitarian doxology, grounding the psalm's ancient pilgrimage theme in Christian praise. It is a piece that animates the choir loft and the pews alike, reminding everyone of the privilege of entering the Lord's presence together.
