What Happiness

"What Happiness" is a beloved Communion hymn that captures the quiet, overwhelming joy of receiving the Eucharist. Known to many from the Catholic Hymn Book, it is a staple for choirs during the Communion rite, offering a moment of deep personal reflection for the congregation.

The lyrics read like a gentle, intimate prayer. As the voices move through the verses, they meditate on the profound gift of the sacrament—"His flesh becomes my daily bread, He pours on me His healing blood." It is a song that naturally draws the church into a state of reverence. When the choir sings of this "royal banquet" and "heavenly feast," it reminds everyone in the pews of the spiritual nourishment they have just received, making it a perfect piece for the quiet moments right after Communion.