NARA AJA UMU GI

"Nara Aja Umu Gi" is a deeply reverent Igbo hymn that bridges the Offertory and the Consecration. The title translates to "Accept the sacrifice of your children," and the song carries a profound sense of awe as the choir leads the congregation in presenting their gifts. It is a piece that grounds the liturgy in the ancient traditions of the Church, explicitly calling to mind the acceptable offerings of Abel and Melchizedek.

When we sing this during Mass, the refrain serves as a powerful invocation. The lyrics ask the Father to send down the Holy Spirit to transform our humble offerings of bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. The verses walk us through the physical act of bringing our gifts to the altar with pure and humble hearts, asking God to look past our sins and focus on the faith of His people. It is a solemn, moving choice for the Liturgy of the Eucharist, drawing everyone into the mystery of the altar.