Enọyaenmwan Tohanmwan

"Enọyaenmwan Tohanmwan" is a deeply reverent setting of the Kyrie in the Edo language. When we sing these words during the Penitential Rite, we are calling out for mercy and grace. The steady repetition of the title phrase builds a sense of earnest pleading, grounding the congregation in humility before the rest of the Mass unfolds.

The arrangement is kept simple and direct, allowing the natural cadence of the words to guide the harmonies. Moving from the solemnity of "Enọyaenmwan" to the familiar plea of "Ikristi," the choir leads the people in a unified cry for compassion. It is a profound way to center our hearts, bringing our human frailty to the altar with a melody that feels both grounded and comforting.