LORD, HAVE MERCY / ONYENWEANYI MEE EBERE

This sheet brings together two distinct settings of the Kyrie, offering choirs beautiful options for the Penitential Rite. The first is a straightforward English setting by Goddy Khama, which uses gentle, traditional harmonic progressions to lead the congregation in a solemn plea for God's mercy. Its clear phrasing makes it easy for the faithful to join in the prayer.

The second piece is Jude Nnam's "Onyenweanyi Mee Ebere", a rhythmic and deeply felt Igbo translation of the same liturgical text. It brings a distinct cultural warmth to the Mass, especially with the tender addition of "doo"—a gentle, pleading expression that deepens the sense of contrition. Together, these two settings provide worship leaders with versatile choices for the choir loft, whether the liturgy calls for a quiet English chant or a more vibrant, indigenous expression of repentance.