Jesu Di Umeala N'obi

This score brings together two deeply reflective pieces by Rev. Fr. Okwy Tony Umeh, beautifully suited for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The first, "Jesu Di Umeala N'obi" (Jesus, meek and humble of heart), is a gentle Igbo hymn that meditates on Christ's profound humility. The verses recall the poignant moment of the Last Supper when Jesus washed the feet of His disciples, praying that we might be given a heart like His. Choirs often sing this during Communion or the Holy Thursday Mandatum, drawing the congregation into a spirit of quiet reverence and servant leadership.

Following this is "Feed Me, O Lord," a short, prayerful English Communion hymn. Its stacked verses express a deep, personal longing for the Eucharist, echoing the centurion's prayer: "I am glad to have You under my roof, O Lord." The simple, repeating chorus allows the congregation to easily join in the prayer while the choir leads the verses.

Together, these two pieces offer a natural progression for the Communion rite. They move the faithful from a reflection on Christ's humble service to the intimate, physical reception of His Body and Blood, making them a wonderful pairing for any choir's repertoire.