Gia Kpomwosalobua

"Gia Kpomwosalobua" is a vibrant Edo thanksgiving song that calls the entire congregation—men and women alike—to come together and offer their gratitude to God. The title is a joyful invitation to praise, and you can feel that communal spirit right from the opening measures. It is a natural fit for the Offertory procession or as a lively Recessional, where the rhythmic sway of the melody gets the whole church moving.

The verses are arranged simply, making it easy for the choir to lead the people in a unified voice. As the song moves into the refrain, the harmonies open up into a bright, earnest plea for the Father to accept our thanks ("ra'obo mie kponmwen mwen"). Singing this piece from the choir loft always brings a sense of shared celebration. It reminds us that as we bring our gifts to the altar or step out into the world after Mass, we do it with a heart full of gratitude.