Book of Worship with Hymns and Tunes ‎#302

302. Lord of the Church, we humbly pray

1 Lord of the Church, we humbly pray
For those who guide us in Thy way,
And speak Thy holy word;
With love divine their hearts inspire,
And touch their lips with hallowed fire,
And needful grace afford.

2 Help them to preach the truth of God;
Redemption through the Saviour's blood;
Nor let the Spirit cease
On all the Church His gifts to shower;
To them, a messenger of power;
To us, of life and peace.

3 So may they live to Thee alone;
Then hear the welcome word--"Well done!"
And take their crown above;
Enter into their Master's joy,
And all eternity employ
In praise, and bliss, and love.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord of the Church, we humbly pray
• Author: Charles Wesley (1749)
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1899
• Topic: Church: Ministry; Ministry: Prayer for
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: MERIBAH
• Composer: Lowell Mason
• Meter: C. P. M.
• Notes: Public Domain.