I arranged this piece to honor our history through the lens of a Hawaiian cultural practitioner. The arrival of the Congregationalist church in Hawaii has been fraught with controversy and trauma. Our traditions were banned, our bodies were shamed, and our souls deemed unworthy. However, this work has also brought joy. I grew up singing Nu'oli with my mother who would sing this hymn to lull me to sleep, my grandmother who taught me this hymn on her ukulele, and like many Hawaiians, Nu'oli was my first encounter with the hymn singing tradition. This piece helped keep our language alive and fostered connection within Hawaii. I honor the legacy of this work and the hurt and goodness that it brings. This is a 2022 Nebraska All State Choir selection.