Ancient and Modern ‎#726

726. May the grace of Christ our Saviour

1 May the grace of Christ our Saviour,
and the Father's boundless love,
with the Holy Spirit's favour,
rest upon us from above.

2 Thus may we abide in union
with each other and the Lord,
and possess, in sweet communion,
joys which earth cannot afford.

Text Information

• First Line: May the grace of Christ our Saviour
• Author: John Newton (1725-1807)
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2013
• Scripture:
  2 Corinthians 13:14
• Topic: Trinity Sunday; Church Year: Trinity; Unity

Tune Information

• Name: WALTHAM (Albert)
• Harmonizer (adapted from): Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
• Composer (melody): Heinrich Albert (1604-1651)
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: G Major