I SHALL BE HEALED

"I Shall Be Healed" is a deeply moving Communion hymn that draws directly from the Centurion’s prayer we say just before receiving the Eucharist. Obieli Udoza captures that profound moment of vulnerability and faith, setting the familiar words—"Lord, I am not worthy"—to a gentle, pleading melody. It is a song that speaks to the quiet reverence of approaching the altar.

During Mass, this piece works beautifully as the choir and congregation prepare for Communion. The verses reflect on the mystery of the holy feast and our need for God's grace, while the refrain swells with a simple, earnest request for healing. When the sopranos lead the line "Say your word Lord, I shall be healed," it echoes the collective prayer of everyone in the pews.

Singers will appreciate how the harmony parts support the melody without overwhelming the text's intimate nature. The repeated echoes in the lower voices during the refrain add a layer of communal petition, making it feel as though the whole church is lifting up one voice. It is a fitting choice for any Sunday, keeping the focus entirely on the healing power of the Eucharist.