We Plough The Fields And Scatter

"We Plough The Fields And Scatter" is a classic harvest hymn that reminds us of our complete dependence on God's providence. The lyrics walk us through the cycle of planting and reaping, acknowledging that while human hands do the physical labor of scattering seeds, it is God who provides the weather, the warmth, and the rain to make them grow.

In Nigerian Catholic parishes, this piece is a natural choice for the Offertory, especially during the annual Harvest Thanksgiving and Bazaar. As the congregation dances forward with their fruits, yams, and offerings, the choir leads them in the joyful, easy-to-catch refrain, reminding everyone that all good gifts come from heaven.

The final verse brings the message home to the altar. Beyond the physical crops and our daily bread, the ultimate gift we bring to the Mass is "our humble, thankful hearts." It is a wonderful, grounding hymn that unites the whole church in gratitude.