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Author: Shirley Erena Murray Hymnal: Glory to God #249 (2013) Meter: 6.11.6.11 with refrain Scripture: John 20:1-18 Refrain First Line: The stone has rolled away Lyrics: 1 Because you live, O Christ,
the garden of the world has come to flower;
the darkness of the tomb
is flooded with your resurrection power.
Refrain:
The stone has rolled away
and death cannot imprison!
O sing this Easter day,
for Jesus Christ has risen,
has risen, has risen, has risen!
2 Because you live, O Christ,
the spirit bird of hope is freed for flying;
our cages of despair
no longer keep us closed and life-denying. [Refrain]
3 Because you live, O Christ,
the rainbow of your peace will span creation;
the colors of your love
will draw all humankind to adoration. [Refrain] Topics: Christian Year Easter Vigil; Christian Year Resurrection/Easter; Gift of the Holy Spirit; Hope; Jesus Christ Resurrection; Christian Year Easter Languages: English Tune Title: VRUECHTEN
Because You Live, O Christ