Bata Nye ha Ndu

"Bata Nye ha Ndu" is a deeply moving Communion hymn that invites Jesus to enter the hearts of the faithful and fill them with abundant life. Written by Rev. Fr. Okwy Tony Umeh, the song's title translates to "Come and Give Them Life." It captures the profound intimacy of the Eucharist, reminding the congregation that Christ’s body and blood are true food and drink for the soul.

During the Communion procession, this piece serves as both a prayer of adoration and a petition for grace. The verses beautifully articulate the different needs we bring to the altar. The choir sings on behalf of those who are spiritually hungry, those weighed down by sorrow who need comfort, and those in distress seeking a helper. It is a gentle reminder that the Eucharist is a source of strength for every human condition.

The arrangement builds toward a powerful final verse, expanding into a litany that calls upon the Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. As the voices layer these invocations, asking the Creator and Savior to grant abundant life, it creates a deeply reverent atmosphere in the church, guiding the congregation into quiet thanksgiving after receiving the sacrament.