“Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu” is a Reflection on the Miracle of the Holy Eucharist
St. Michael Parish Choir Napetet has released a powerful and classic gospel song titled Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu. This hymn is a traditional Eucharistic song that is frequently sung during Eucharistic celebrations. The piece reflects on the miracle of the Holy Eucharist that took place approximately 118 years ago in England.
The song was composed by the renowned Catholic hymn writer, Robert A. Maneno, a celebrated composer of Catholic Church music. He hails from the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam, specifically from Mburahati Parish, and is a resident of Thomas More Mbezi Beach.
Currently, Robert A. Maneno serves as the Choir Director of St. Cecilia Choir, Mburahati, in the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam, where he continues to live in Mbezi Beach.
We encourage you to find time to listen to Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu, not only to uplift your soul but also to draw closer to Jesus in the Eucharist.
Who Are St. Michael Parish Choir Napetet
St. Michael Parish Choir Napetet is a Catholic choir named under the patronage of St. Michael the Archangel and based in Napetet Parish, Kenya. As a Catholic choir, their primary role is liturgical singing during Mass and other church ceremonies. However, they have also expanded their ministry by producing inspirational songs that can be listened to even outside the context of the Holy Mass.
The choir is widely known for producing many beautiful songs, including Apewe Sifa, Ondoka Kwangu Shetani, Ingekuwa Heri Leo, and Pendo Lako.
What is Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu About
Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu is a devotional hymn inspired by the reflection of Fr. Richard A. Mjigwa, C.PP.S., on the miracle of the Holy Eucharist after 110 years in England. In 2018, the Catholic Church in England commemorated this miracle with a Eucharistic Congress and Pilgrimage held from September 7–9, under the theme “Adoremus – Liverpool 2018”, meaning “We Adore You.”
A Message from Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu
The Holy Eucharist is the Sacrament of Love, a priceless gift, and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who offers Himself as Priest, Altar, and Sacrifice in order to reveal to the people of God the infinite mercy and love of the Father. This divine love is fully expressed in the Mystery of the Incarnation and reaches its fulfillment in the Paschal Mystery—the passion, death, and resurrection of Christ. The Holy Eucharist is the true bread that has come down from heaven.
It is a profound mystery of faith that must be believed, celebrated, and lived out in acts of love, fraternity, and solidarity, especially toward the poor and the marginalized. The Eucharist is a school of unity, love, and generosity, flowing directly from the life of the Holy Trinity. It is a fountain of new life, enabling believers to share in the life of the Trinity and to sustain the New and Eternal Covenant sealed with the Precious Blood of the Lamb of God.
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Church’s life and mission; it is the perfect sign of the Church’s unity. The Fathers of the Second Vatican Council urged the faithful to participate actively and with deep understanding in the Eucharistic celebration, rather than being passive observers of the Church’s mysteries. The goal is for the faithful to become true witnesses of what they believe and celebrate.
After 110 years since the miracle of the Holy Eucharist, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales called upon the faithful to participate in Eucharistic processions and to join the Eucharistic Congress in 2018, which was centered around the theme “Adoremus – Liverpool 2018.”
Historically, the last Eucharistic Congress in England was held in 1908. Following that event, public Eucharistic processions were banned by the then Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith, due to religious unrest, forcing some government leaders to resign.
Today, Catholics are fully integrated into British society and contribute significantly to its progress, development, and well-being. The 2018 congress was therefore another powerful opportunity for the faithful to bear witness to their faith and their devotion to the mystery of the Eucharist—the Body and Blood of Christ.
The congress deeply explored the biblical foundations of the Eucharist, the theology of the Church, catechesis on Eucharistic worship, as well as prayers and hymns of adoration. The final day culminated in the celebration of the Holy Mass, followed by a grand Eucharistic procession.
Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, in his pastoral letter, reminded the faithful of the importance of the Eucharist as the source and summit of the Church’s life and mission.
He emphasized that the Eucharist is a school that teaches compassion, generosity, and love—virtues that flow directly from Christ, who chose to remain with His people under the humble forms of bread and wine. This is the ultimate expression of humility.
The faithful were encouraged to cultivate the practice of Eucharistic adoration, spending time in silent prayer with Christ, listening to Him in the depths of their hearts, and entrusting themselves fully to Him.
Cardinal Nichols further explained that adoring Christ in the Eucharist prepares believers to live out mercy, generosity, unity, and love toward the poor and marginalized in society.
The Catholic Church in England seeks to strengthen the life and mission of the Church by fostering prayer, reflection, and devotion to Eucharistic Adoration. This forms an essential part of the new evangelization, which relies on powerful and authentic witness.
Musical Style
In this song, St. Michael Parish Choir Napetet has taken great care to arrange their voices harmoniously, resulting in a song that is both beautiful and spiritually uplifting.
The composer, Robert A. Maneno carefully structured the musical notes to make the hymn easy for the singers to perform without difficulty, while still conveying its deep spiritual meaning.
Our Call
This hymn is truly inspiring. When compared with other songs performed by St. Michael Parish Choir Napetet, it is evident how much the choir continues to grow and excel in their ministry of music.
We encourage you to find time to listen to Yesu Njoo Moyoni Mwangu, not only to uplift your soul but also to draw closer to Jesus in the Eucharist.
_1.gif)
