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Text:In Imitation, Lord of THee
Author:William Brickey
Tune:MCCABE
Composer:E. S. Widdemer

401. In Imitation, Lord of THee

1 In imitation, Lord, of Thee,
This solemn service we repeat;
For Thine example full of grace,
Has made this humble duty sweet.

2 Renew each sacred spark of love,
And vitalize the holy flame;
May union strong our hearts unite
While this we do in Jesus’ name.

3 Our great example Thou shalt be,
In washing Thy disciples feet;
And as we follow Thy command,
Make Thou our fellowship complete.

Text Information
First Line: In imitation, Lord, of Thee, This solemn service we repeat
Title: In Imitation, Lord of THee
Author: William Brickey (c. 1886)
Meter: L.M.
Publication Date: 1985
Scripture:
Topic: Doctrines: Communion
Tune Information
Name: MCCABE
Composer: E. S. Widdemer
Meter: L.M.
Incipit: 12343 32121 71345
Key: F Major or modal



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