Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#205

205. The Lord be with us as we bend

1 The Lord be with us as we bend
His blessing to receive;
His gift of peace on us descend
Before His courts we leave.

2 The Lord be with us as we walk
Along our homeward road;
In silent thought or friendly talk
Our hearts be near to God.

3 The Lord be with us till the night
Shall close the day of rest;
Be He of every heart the Light,
Of every home the Guest.

4 The Lord be with us through the hours
Of slumber, calm and deep;
Protect our homes, renew our powers,
And guard His people's sleep.

Text Information

• First Line: The Lord be with us as we bend
• Author: John Ellerton, 1826-1893
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Hour of Prayer; The Church and the Kingdom of God: Evening; Dismissal; Evening: Sabbath; Sabbath (the Christian): Evening

Tune Information

• Name: ST. HUGH
• Composer: Dr. E. J. Hopkins, 1818-1901
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: E♭ Major