The Worshipbook ‎#361

361. Faith of Our Fathers

1 Faith of our fathers! living still
In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword,
O how our hearts beat high with joy
Whene'er we hear that glorious word:

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

2 Faith of our fathers! God's great power
Shall win all nations unto thee;
And through the truth that comes from God
Mankind shall then be truly free: [Refrain]

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: [Refrain]

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Faith of our fathers! living still
• Title: Faith of Our Fathers
• Author: Frederick W. Faber (1849, alt.)
• Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8.
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  Acts 7:32
• Topic: Service for the Lord's Day: After Creed; Civil Year: Memorial Day; Other Observances: Reformation Day

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CATHERINE
• Composer: Henri F. Hemy (1864)
• Composer (refrain): James G. Walton (1874)
• Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8.
• Key: G Major