This edition was prepared by J. G. Stalnaker — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Come Unto Me
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Come Unto Me by J. G. Stalnaker — Lyrics
Lyra Eucharistica, second edition, 1864.
Oh, for the time gone by, when thought of Christ
Made His Yoke easy and His Burden light
When my heart stirred within me at the sight
Of Altar spread for awful Eucharist;
When all my hopes His promises sufficed,
When my Soul watched for Him by day, by night,
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About Come Unto Me
This anthem for SATB choir sets a reflective English text, exploring themes of spiritual longing and unwavering faith. The music invites contemplation, with the voices weaving together to create a rich and devotional atmosphere. The text speaks of a yearning for divine presence and the enduring comfort found in Christ's promises, even when the singer feels distant. It is a call to perseverance, drawing strength from faith, hope, and love, affirming that Christ is the ultimate source of all.
