The Hymnal 1982 ‎#35

35. Christ, Mighty Savior, Light of all creation

1 Christ, mighty Savior, Light of all creation,
you make the daytime radiant with the sunlight
and to the night give glittering adornment,
stars in the heavens.

2 Now comes the day's end as the sun is setting:
mirror of daybreak, pledge of resurrection;
while in the heavens choirs of stars appearing
hallow the nightfall.

3 Therefore we come now evening rites to offer,
joyfully chanting holy hymns to praise you,
with all creation joining hearts and voices
singing your glory.

4 Give heed, we pray you, to our supplication:
that you may grant us pardon for offenses,
strength for our weak hearts, rest for aching bodies,
soothing the weary.

5 Though bodies slumber, hearts shall keep their vigil,
forever resting in the peace of Jesus,
in light or darkness worshiping our Savior
now and for ever.

Text Information

• First Line: Christ, Mighty Savior, Light of all creation
• Translator: Alan G. Mc Dougall, 1895-1964
• Alterer: Anne K. LeCroy, b. 1930
• Meter: 11. 11. 11. 5
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985
• Source: Mozarbic, 10th cent.
• Copyright: © 1982, Anne LeCroy

Tune Information

• Name: MIGHTY SAVIOR
• Composer: David Hurd, b. 1950
• Meter: 11. 11. 11. 5
• Key: F Major
• Copyright: Copyright © 1985, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.