Take And Eat

"Take and Eat" is a gentle, profound Communion hymn that places the very words of Christ on the lips of the choir. The refrain echoes the Last Supper with a direct, simple invitation to the Eucharistic table: "this is my body given up for you." It is a piece that naturally draws a congregation into a state of reverence as they process down the aisle to receive the sacrament.

What makes this hymn so powerful to sing are the verses, which weave together the great "I am" statements from the Gospel of John. As the choir moves through the stanzas, they sing in the voice of Jesus—identifying Him as the Word, the seed, the bread, the vine, and the morning star. Each verse builds a picture of Christ's enduring presence and sacrifice, offering comfort and assurance to the faithful.

For a choir director, this piece offers a wonderful opportunity for expressive, prayerful singing. The steady, flowing melody of the verses contrasts beautifully with the familiar, grounding refrain. It works perfectly during the Communion rite, giving the people a sense of deep peace and spiritual nourishment as they reflect on the mystery of the Eucharist.