What’s your favorite Christmas carol? November 20, 2025By Catholic Review Staff Filed Under: Christmas, Local News, News Julie Grace Males directs the choir at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland in 2023. (Kevin J. Parks/CR file) Christmas is a season filled with traditions, and one of the most beloved is gathering to sing carols – at home, at church or around the community. Certain songs have become timeless classics that return year after year, bringing with them memories, joy and a sense of togetherness. With that in mind, we’re inviting you to help us celebrate the music of the season by taking part in our Christmas carol poll. Below you’ll find a list of popular carols to choose from. Simply select your favorite and tell us why it holds a special place in your heart – whether it’s a childhood memory, a stirring melody or lyrics that speak to your faith. We’ll share the results of the poll and some of your comments may be highlighted as well. We look forward to hearing your stories and discovering which songs mean the most to our readers this Christmas. Also, be sure to check out some lesser-known Christmas favorites compiled by George Matysek here. Favorite Christmas Carol Tell us what your favorite Christmas carol is and why! Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Your parish name and the city where it is located(Required) From the list below select your favorite Christmas carol(Required) Joy to the World Silent Night O Come, All Ye Faithful The First Noel Hark the Herald Angels Sing What Child Is This? Away in a Manger Angels We Have Heard on High O Little Town of Bethlehem Go Tell it on the Mountain God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (One selection only.) Tell us in a few sentences why this is your favorite Christmas carol. Print