Verbum Caro Factum Est - Advent Hymn

This simple hymn for Advent is based on John 1:14, Psalm 25 , Isaiah 30/45 Philippians 4
This hymn presents a number of performing possibilities. In its simplest form, the refrain may be repeated ( in Latin and/or in English) as an ostinato with solo instruments added on selected repetitions. This would be particularly appropriate for communion time, where the assembly/ choir could sing while processing to communion. In a more extended form, the verses may be sung by a soloist alternating with the choral refrain.
Full score with two parts for C instruments available here.
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Verbum caro factum est
Habitavit in nobis
Alleluia
Word made flesh now drawing near
Come to live among us here
Alleluia
To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul, O Lord, my God I have trusted in you. O God protect me from those who wish me ill, may those who hope in you be never ashamed.
Behold, O people, people of Sion, the Lord will come to save the nations. The Lord will make his glorious voice heard, this voice shall be heard in the joy of your hearts.
Drop down the dew, you heavens above and let the clouds rain down the one who is just. And let the earth be opened wide and let the earth bring forth a Saviour, Christ the Lord .