MASS IS ENDED

"Mass is Ended" by Abah Emmanuel is a joyful recessional hymn that sends the congregation forth after the Eucharistic celebration. Sung in English, the piece captures the final moments of the liturgy, turning the priest's dismissal into a vibrant call to action. It reminds the faithful of their immediate mission: to step out of the church doors and carry the Gospel into the world.

The verses are structured as a thoughtful Trinitarian prayer of thanksgiving. The choir leads the congregation in thanking God the Father for the gift of His Son, acknowledging Christ's sacrifice made present on the altar under the species of bread and wine. Finally, the singers praise the Holy Spirit for dwelling within the hearts of the faithful. With its steady, moderate tempo and straightforward arrangement, it provides an uplifting conclusion to Sunday worship, leaving the people ready to "proclaim the word of God to the whole nations."