NRI OMA

"Nri Oma" is a reverent Igbo Communion hymn composed by Osinakachi Akuma Kalu. The title translates to "Good Food," and the song serves as a gentle invitation to the altar, calling the faithful to come and partake of the heavenly bread ("Nrieligwe") that God has sent to the world.

The verses reflect deeply on the Eucharistic mystery. They remind the congregation of Christ's sacrifice on the cross for our eternal life, describing the sacrament as food for the heavenly race and sustenance for the journey ("nri ndi njem"). The final verse offers comfort, urging anyone in sorrow, sickness, or the shadow of death to approach Christ in the Holy Communion to find life and healing.

With its flowing, prayerful melody, this piece is perfectly suited for the Communion procession. Choirs use it to foster a spirit of readiness and reverence as the people rise to receive the Body of Christ.