522. I Am the Bread of Life
Text Information |
First Line: |
I am the bread of life |
Title: |
I Am the Bread of Life |
Author: |
Suzanne Toolan, RSM (1966, rev.) |
Refrain First Line: |
And I will raise you up |
Meter: |
Irregular |
Language: |
English |
Publication Date: |
2013 |
Scripture: |
; ; ; ; ; |
Topic: |
Eucharist; Living and Dying in Christ; Lord's Supper; Trusting in the Promises of God; Communion (2 more...) |
Copyright: |
© 1966, 1970, 1986, 1993 GIA Publications, Inc. |
Text Information:As the quotation marks suggest, the first four stanzas and refrain are quoted from Jesus (John 6:35, 44, 51, 53; 11:25), while the fifth stanza draws on the words of Martha (John 11:27), voicing our response also. Being mindful of these differences allows more prayerful singing.