Author: Alfred E. Alston, 1862-1927 Meter: 11.11.11.5 Appears in 15 hymnals Scripture: Psalm 23 Lyrics: 1 Father most holy, merciful and loving,
Jesu, Redeemer, ever to be worshipped,
life-giving Spirit, Comforter most gracious,
God everlasting.
2 Three in a wondrous Unity unbroken,
one perfect Godhead, love that never faileth,
light of the angels, succour of the needy,
hope of all living.
3 All thy creation serveth its Creator,
thee ev'ry creature praiseth without ceasing;
we too would sing thee psalms of true devotion:
hear, we beseech thee.
4 Lord God Almighty, unto thee be glory,
One in Three Persons, over all exalted.
Thine, as is meet, be honour, praise and blessing,
now and for ever. Topics: Joy, Praise and Thanksgiving; The Holy Trinity Used With Tune: CHARTRES (ANGERS) Text Sources: Latin (c. 10th century)
Father most holy, merciful and loving