Author: Carl P. Daw, Jr. Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 13 hymnals Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation Lyrics: 1 God the Spirit, guide and guardian,
wind-sped flame and hov'ring dove,
breath of life and voice of prophets,
sign of blessing, pow'r of love:
give to those who lead your people
fresh anointing of your grace;
send them forth as bold apostles
to your church in ev'ry place.
2 Christ our Savior, Sov'reign, Shepherd,
word made flesh, love crucified,
teacher, healer, suff'ring servant,
friend of sinners, foe of pride:
in your tending may all *pastors
learn and live a shepherd's care;
grant them courage and compassion
shown through word and deed and prayer.
3 Great Creator, life-bestower,
truth beyond all thought's recall,
fount of wisdom, womb of mercy,
giving and forgiving all:
as you know our strength and weakness,
so may those the church exalts
oversee its life steadfastly,
yet not overlook her faults.
4 Triune God, mysterious being,
undivided and diverse,
deeper than our minds can fathom,
greater than our creeds rehearse:
help us in our varied callings
your full image to proclaim,
that our ministries uniting
may give glory to your name. Scripture: Psalm 28:8-9 Used With Tune: BETHANY (SMART)
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