Night of Hope, Night of Grace

Contents:
Away in a Manger -
Christ Is Born! -
Ding Dong! Merrily on High -
Magnificat -
Narration: Lesson 1: The Prophecy -
Narration: Lesson 2: The Annunciation -
Narration: Lesson 3: The Journey to Bethlehem -
Narration: Lesson 4: The Birth of Christ -
Narration: Lesson 5: The Celebration -
O Come, All Ye Faithful -
On the Road to Bethlehem -
Prelude: Once in Royal David’s City -
Silent Night -
Sing Peace -
The Angel Gabriel -
The Father’s Love -

In Night of Hope, Night of Grace, Joel Raney uses the traditional Lessons and Carols format to trace the familiar story from prophecy to birth to celebration. A blend of original works and beloved carol arrangements—including “Silent Night,” “Ding Dong! Merrily on High,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” and more—this is a work where, in Joel’s words, “each lesson prepares the heart; each carol deepens the response.” Scripture and song weave across approximately 50 minutes in this cantata, which serves as both a proclamation of hope and a celebration of grace. Choir and congregation alike will appreciate the renewed color, drama, and expression Raney brings to familiar melodies, and the optional orchestration by Ed Hogan adds additional depth and impact. Experience the wonder of Christmas anew with Night of Hope, Night of Grace!