Come Emmanuel / Come O Jesus

The author and composer of this Advent hymn are unknown.  It is set out in verse/chorus format, but it can also be used used as a round.  The very simple tune makes it suitable for children, but the chorus-lyrics have enough depth to make it suitable for all age-groups.

Files for Downloads

Lead sheet
(melody + guitar chords)

PowerPoint
slides

Lyrics

Chorus:
     Come O Jesus, come Emmanuel.
     Come O Jesus, come Emmanuel.

To the barren deserts,
Come Emmanuel.
Water them with seeds of life,
Come Emmanuel.

To the cries of suffering,
Come Emmanuel.
Touch them with your healing love,
Come Emmanuel.

To the trouble-hearted,
Come Emmanuel.
Bring your peace and justice,
Come Emmanuel.