This Is My Body

"This is My Body" is a deeply moving Communion hymn that places the words of Christ directly into the mouths of the choir. Singing in the first person, the voices deliver the ultimate invitation to the Eucharistic banquet. The refrain is a clear, solemn declaration of the bread and wine transformed into the body and blood given for our freedom, making it a perfect piece for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

The verses expand on this promise, framing the Eucharist as both comfort and preparation. They speak of finding strength for the journey, remembering the resurrection, and looking forward to the new Jerusalem. For a congregation approaching the altar, hearing the choir sing "Put your sorrows in my hands" offers a profound sense of reassurance. The final verse even touches on the second coming, reminding us that the Mass is a foretaste of the heavenly banquet.

Arranged here in clear solfa notation by Tom Bot, the four-part harmony supports the gravity of the text without overwhelming it. The steady, marching rhythm of the verses builds a sense of pilgrimage, guiding the faithful as they step forward to receive communion.