African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#429

429. Faith of Our Fathers

1 Faith of our fathers! living still
In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword;
O how our hearts beat high with joy
when e'er we hear that glorious word!
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

2 Faith of our fathers! faith and prayer
Have kept our country brave and free;
And through the truth that comes from God
Her children have true liberty.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

3 Faith of our fathers! we will strive
To win all nations unto thee;
And through the truth that comes from God
Mankind shall then be truly free.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

4 Faith of our fathers! we will love
Both friend and foe in all our strife;
And preach thee, too, as love knows how
By kindly words and virtuous life.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

Text Information

• First Line: Faith of our fathers! living still
• Title: Faith of Our Fathers
• Author: Frederick W. Faber, 1814-1863
• Meter: 88.88.88.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Jude 1:3
• Topic: The Christian Life: Faith and Assurance; Faith; Family; Fellowship; Loyalty

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CATHERINE
• Composer: Henri F. Hemy, 1818-1888
• Adapter: James G. Walton, 1821-1905
• Meter: 88.88.88.
• Key: A♭ Major