THANK YOU JESUS

When it is time for the thanksgiving procession, a choir needs a song that captures genuine gratitude. Rev. Fr. Okwy Tony Umeh provides exactly that in this two-part thanksgiving piece. The opening English section, "Thank You Jesus," is a bright and straightforward song of praise. The verses ask simple but profound questions—"What shall I offer You for giving me Your Life?"—and answer with the joyful refrain of a heart that is overflowing. It is the kind of melody that a congregation can easily catch and sing along with as they dance toward the altar.

The score then shifts into a lively Igbo chorus, "Tuoro Chineke Mma Mma," which translates to praising God with whatever He has given you. This section brings a deeply rhythmic, cultural feel to the offering. The lyrics remind the faithful that when they bring their gifts to God, He will grant their petitions and bless them abundantly.

Choirmasters often bring out this kind of medley during harvest thanksgivings, tithe processions, or special feast days when the church celebrates God's goodness. Singing it in both English and Igbo allows the choir to lift the spirit of the entire parish, blending a universal message of thanks with a vibrant local expression of faith.