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583. Faithful Shepherd, feed me

1 Faithful Shepherd, feed me
in the pastures green;
faithful Shepherd, lead me
where thy steps are seen.

2 Hold me fast, and guide me
in the narrow way;
so, with thee beside me,
I shall never stray.

3 Daily bring me nearer
to the heavenly shore;
may my faith grow clearer,
may I love thee more.

4 Hallow every pleasure,
every gift and pain;
be thyself my treasure,
though none else I gain.

5 Day by day prepare me
as thou seest best,
then let angels bear me
to thy promised rest.

Text Information
First Line: Faithful Shepherd, feed me
Author: Thomas Benson Pollock, 1836-1896
Meter: 6.5.6.5
Language: English
Publication Date: 2010
Scripture:
Topic: Sacraments and Other Occasions: Holy Communion
Tune Information
Name: PASTOR PASTORUM
Composer: Friedrich Silcher, 1789-1860
Meter: 6.5.6.5
Key: D Major



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