Hymns for a Pilgrim People ‎#443

443. Called as Partners in Christ's Service

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1 Called as partners in Christ's service,
Called to ministries of grace,
We respond with deep commitment
Fresh new lines of faith to trace.
May we learn the art of sharing,
Side by side and friend with friend,
Equal partners in our caring
To fulfill God's chosen end.

2 Christ's example, Christ's inspiring,
Christ's clear call to work and worth,
Let us follow, never falt'ring,
Reconciling folk on earth.
Men and women, richer, poorer,
All God's people, young and old,
Blending human skills together
Gracious gifts from God unfold.

3 Thus new patterns for Christ's mission,
In a small or global sense,
Help us bear each other's burdens,
Breaking down each wall or fence.
Words of comfort, words of vision,
Words of challenge, said with care,
Bring new pow'r and strength for action,
Make us colleagues, free and fair.

4 So God grant us for tomorrow
Ways to order human life
That surround each person's sorrow
With a calm that conquers strife.
Make us partners in our living,
Our compassion to increase,
Messengers of faith, thus giving
Hope and confidence and peace.

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Text Information

• First Line: Called as partners in Christ's service
• Title: Called as Partners in Christ's Service
• Author: Jane Parker Huber, 1926-
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2007
• Scripture:
  John 15:12-17
• Topic: Calling; Discipleship; Ecumenism / Interfaith; Gospel Call and Response; Justice; Ministry; Stewardship; Unity; Service
• Copyright: © 1981, Jane Parker Huber, admin. Westminster John Knox Press

Tune Information

• Name: BEECHER
• Composer: John Zundel, 1815-1992
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
• Key: B♭ Major