bring them to the lord

"Bring them to the Lord" is a joyful and deeply personal Offertory hymn by Sir Jude Nnam. In many Nigerian Catholic parishes, the presentation of gifts is a lively, communal procession. This piece captures that spirit perfectly, giving the choir and congregation a bright, rhythmic melody to accompany their walk to the altar. The refrain is a straightforward declaration of intent, focusing on offering the gifts of the heart directly to God.

What makes this song particularly moving are its verses, which shift the focus from the physical gifts to a testimony of spiritual rescue. The lyrics speak of being lost, blind, and adrift on a troubled sea, only to be found and led home by Jesus. By pairing these testimonies of salvation with the act of offering, the song reminds us that the bread, wine, and collections we bring are ultimately a response of gratitude. We offer our gifts because God first reached out and healed our brokenness.

Choirs will find the solfa arrangement accessible and engaging. The steady, uplifting tempo carries the procession naturally, while the narrative verses allow the singers to tell a story of redemption before returning to the confident, unified refrain.