I SHALL BE HEALED

"I Shall Be Healed" draws its text straight from one of the most profound moments of the Mass—the invitation to Communion. As the priest holds up the host, the congregation echoes the words of the Roman centurion, confessing their unworthiness while trusting entirely in Christ's power to heal. Obieli Ucheka captures that exact spirit of humility and awe in this gentle, flowing piece.

For a choir, this is a perfect meditation to sing while the faithful process to the altar. The verses reflect on the mystery of the "holy feast" and the grace of eternal life, while the refrain swells with a quiet, earnest plea: "Say your word Lord, I shall be healed." It is a song that does not need to be rushed or forced; its beauty lies in its simple, prayerful sincerity. When the voices blend on the refrain, it feels less like a performance and more like a shared, deeply personal prayer of the whole church.