Bia Onyenwem

"Bia Onyenwem" (Come, My Lord) is an earnest and urgent Advent plea composed by Ugochukwu Martin. Sung entirely in Igbo, the piece captures the deep longing of the season as the choir calls upon Jesus to come and dwell among His people. The melody carries the weight of a congregation waiting in joyful hope for the Savior, making it a perfect fit for the weeks leading up to Christmas.

The verses unfold as a heartfelt litany of reasons why we need the Lord's arrival. The text asks Him to free the captives, heal the sick, and bring peace to a waiting world. In the choir loft, this song serves wonderfully during the Advent season, especially as an Entrance or Offertory hymn, setting a reflective and inviting tone for the Mass. Its rhythmic flow and sincere lyrics make it a moving prayer for any community preparing their hearts to receive Christ.