84. Faith of Our Fathers

1. Faith of our fathers, living still,
In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword;
Oh, how our hearts beat high with joy
Whene’er we hear that glorious word.

[Chorus:]
Faith of our fathers, holy faith,
We will be true to thee till death!

2. Faith of our fathers, we will strive
To win all nations unto thee,
And thru the truth that comes from God,
Mankind shall then be truly free. [Chorus]

3. Faith of our fathers, we will love
Both friend and foe in all our strife,
And preach thee, too, as love knows how,
By kindly words and virtuous life. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: Faith of our fathers, living still
Title: Faith of Our Fathers
Author: Frederick W. Faber, 1814–1863
Refrain First Line: Faith of our fathers, holy faith
Meter: 8 8 8 8 8 8
Language: English
Publication Date: 1985
Scripture: ;
Topic: Commitment; Courage; Example (4 more...)
Tune Information
Name: ST CATHERINE
Composer: Henri F. Hemy, 1818–1888
Composer (refrain): James G. Walton, 1821–1905
Meter: 8 8 8 8 8 8
Incipit: 32117 12671 17651
Key: G Major or modal



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