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793. Jesus, Tender Shepherd, Hear Me

Text Information
First Line: Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me
Title: Jesus, Tender Shepherd, Hear Me
Author (verses): Mary Lundie Duncan, 1814-1840
Author (refrain): Keith Getty, b. 1974
Author (refrain): Kristyn Getty, b. 1980
Refrain First Line: When I'm troubled and afraid
Meter: 87 87 with refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2021
Scripture: ; ; ; ;
Topic: Evening
Copyright: Refrain © 2015 Getty Music Publishing (admin. Music Services)
Tune Information
Name: JESUS, TENDER SHEPHERD
Composer: Keith Getty, b. 1974
Composer: Kristyn Getty, b. 1980
Meter: 87 87 with refrain
Key: B♭ Major
Copyright: © 2015 Getty Music Publishing (admin. Music Services)



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