Author: Anonymous; Maxwell Julius Blacker, 1822-1888 Hymnal: CPWI Hymnal #738 (2010) Meter: 11.11.11.4 Lyrics: 1 Only-Begotten, Word of God eternal,
Lord of creation, merciful and mighty,
list to thy servants, when their tuneful voices
rise to thy presence.
2 Thus in our solemn feast of dedication,
graced with returning rites of due devotion,
ever thy children, year by year rejoicing,
chant in thy temple.
3 Here in our sickness healing grace aboundeth,
light in our blindness, in our toil refreshment;
sin is forgiven, hope o’er fear prevaileth,
joy over sorrow.
4 Hallowed this dwelling where the Lord abideth,
this is none other than the gate of heaven;
strangers and pilgrims, seeking homes eternal,
pass through its portals.
5 Lord, we beseech thee, as we throng thy temple,
by thy past blessings, by thy present bounty,
smile on thy children, and with tender mercy,
hear our petitions.
6 God in three Persons, Father everlasting,
Son co-eternal, ever-blessèd Spirit,
thine be the glory, praise, and adoration,
now and forever. Topics: Sacraments and Other Occasions Dedication Festival Languages: English Tune Title: ISTE CONFESSOR
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