
Author: J. Ellerton; F. J. A. Hort Hymnal: The Church Hymnal #616 (1920) First Line: Joy because the circling year Lyrics: 1 Joy because the circling year
Brings our day of blessings here;
Day when first the Light divine
On the Church began to shine.
Alleluia!
2 Like to quiv'ring tongues of flame
Unto each the Spirit came:
Tongues that each might hear their call;
Fire, that love might burn in all.
Alleluia!
3 So the wondrous works of God
Wondrously were spread abroad;
Every tribe's familiar tone
Made the glorious marvel known.
Alleluia!
4 Still the Spirit's fullness, Lord,
On Thy waiting Church be poured!
Once Thou on Thy Church did shower
Mighty signs and words of power;
Alleluia!
5 Humbler things we ask Thee now,
Gifts of heaven to men below;
Grant our burdened heart release,
Grant Thine own abiding peace.
Alleluia! Topics: Youth and School Life Languages: English Tune Title: DRESDEN
Alleluia