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Text:Holy Spirit
Author:Fanny J. Crosby
Tune:[Holy Spirit, while we gather]
Composer:Victor H. Benke

84. Holy Spirit

1 Holy Spirit, while we gather
At this consecrated hour,
We would ask Thy presence with us,
We would feel Thy quick'ning pow'r.

Chorus:
Holy Spirit, while we gather,
From our toil and labor free,
Rest upon us, dwell within us,
Close our hearts to all but Thee.

2 Blessed Spirit, through Thy teaching,
While we read our Saviour's word,
And with Him we hold communion,
May His loving voice be heard. [Chorus]

3 O 'tis pray'r that brings the blessing
When all other joys have flown,
Pray'r that makes our burdens lighter,
Draws us near our Father's throne. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: Holy Spirit, while we gather
Title: Holy Spirit
Author: Fanny J. Crosby
Refrain First Line: Holy Spirit while we gather
Language: English
Publication Date: 1908
Topic: Holy Spirit; Prayer
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [Holy Spirit, while we gather]
Composer: Victor H. Benke
Key: E♭ Major
Notes: Public Domain.



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