We Plough The Fields And Scatter

"We Plough The Fields And Scatter" is a beloved harvest thanksgiving hymn, originally written by Matthias Claudius. It paints a vivid picture of God's providence in nature—the sun, the snow, the harvest—reminding the congregation that all good gifts come from above. In Nigerian parishes, this hymn is a staple during the annual Harvest Thanksgiving and Bazaar, where the faithful bring their fruits, crops, and offerings to the altar in joyful gratitude.

Paired with it on this sheet is "Almighty Father Take This Bread," a short, earnest offertory chant. It focuses on the Eucharistic elements, asking God to accept the bread and to heal divisions, making the church "one fold, one family." Together, these two pieces provide a perfect sequence for the Liturgy of the Eucharist, moving from the grand celebration of God's earthly harvest to the solemn offering of the bread that will become the Bread of Life.