TAKE AND SANCTIFY

When the time comes to bring the bread and wine to the altar, "Take And Sanctify" provides a perfect, prayerful accompaniment. Written by Jude Nnam, this Offertory hymn is a familiar favorite in Nigerian parishes. It carries a gentle, steady rhythm that matches the procession down the aisle, focusing the congregation on the act of giving back to God.

The true power of the piece lies in its verses. Instead of just singing about the physical gifts, the lyrics invite us into a deeper, personal surrender. Singing "All that I am, all that I do" and "Everything I will ever be," the choir leads the church in offering their very lives, hopes, and futures. It transforms a routine part of the Mass into a profound moment of personal consecration.

In the choir loft, the refrain is a joy to sing. The voice parts weave together simply but effectively, echoing the plea for the Lord to accept and bless what we bring. It is a humble, earnest prayer set to music, reminding everyone present that the greatest gift we can place on the altar is ourselves.