We Come to Your Feast

"We Come to Your Feast" is a deeply moving Eucharistic hymn that captures the essence of the Offertory and Communion. Composed by Michael Joncas, the song reflects on the physical gifts brought to the altar—the gleaming cloth, the humble loaf of bread, and the simple cup of wine—and transforms them into symbols of our own lives. When a choir leads this piece, it invites the congregation to see their own stories, labours, and hopes laid upon the Lord's table.

The verses walk us through the preparation of the altar, moving from the white cloth that holds our history to the bread and wine that become the presence of Christ. In the choir loft, the transition from the reflective, narrative verses into the sweeping, unified chorus is a powerful moment. The refrain emphasizes that everyone is called to this banquet—the young and the old, the frightened and the bold. It is a perfect choice for the Liturgy of the Eucharist, reminding us that we bring the fruit of our lands and the work of our hands to be blessed, shared, and transformed.