Oru Itunanya

"ORU ITUNANYA" (Wonderful Work) by Fabian Anaso is a vibrant Igbo offertory hymn that calls the congregation to reflect on God's marvelous deeds. The title sets the tone for a piece overflowing with gratitude, urging us to open our eyes to the blessings and grace God pours into our lives ("Leenu anya ka ị hụ ngọzi Chukwu").

In the choir loft, this song shines during the presentation of gifts. The call-and-response verses build a joyful momentum, with the lower voices declaring God's glory while the sopranos soar with praises for His abundant grace ("Amara ba r'ụba"). It is the kind of rhythmic, uplifting piece that naturally gets the congregation swaying as they process to the altar.

The lyrics remind us that everything we have, our going out and coming in, the rain in its season, and the very breath in our lungs, is a gift from above. Singing "Weranụrị buteere ya onyinye dị mma" (Bring to Him good gifts), the choir leads the church in a fitting response to God's goodness, offering back a portion of the abundant harvest He has provided.