Author: Thomas J. S. Mikelson, 1936- Hymnal: Singing the Living Tradition #298 (1993) Meter: 10.10.10.10 Topics: Humanist Teachings The Life of Integrity First Line: Wake now, my senses, and hear the earth call Lyrics: 1 Wake, now, my senses, and hear the earth call;
feel the deep power of being in all;
keep, with the web of creation your vow,
giving, receiving as love shows us how.
2 Wake, now, my reason, reach out to the new;
join with each pilgrim who quests for the true;
honor the beauty and wisdom of time;
suffer thy limit, and praise the sublime.
3 Wake, now, compassion, give heed to the cry;
voices of suffering fill the wide sky;
take as your neighbor both stranger and friend,
praying and striving their hardship to end.
4 Wake, now, my conscience, with justice thy guide;
join with all people whose rights are denied;
take not for granted a privileged place;
God’s love embraces the whole human race.
5 Wake, now, my vision of ministry clear;
brighten my pathway with radiance here;
mingle my calling with all who will share;
work toward a planet transformed by our care. Languages: English Tune Title: SLANE
Wake, Now, My Senses