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Lift High the Cross

Author: George W. Kitchin, 1827-1912; Michael R. Newbolt, 1874-1956 Meter: 10.10 with refrain Appears in 95 hymnals First Line: Come, Christians, follow where the Savior trod Refrain First Line: Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim Lyrics: Refrain: Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim till all the world adore his sacred name. 1 Come, Christians, follow where the Savior trod, Our King victorious, Christ, the Son of God. [Refrain] 2 Led on their way by this triumphant sign, The hosts of God in conquering ranks combine. [Refrain] 3 Each new-born servant of the Crucified Bears on the brow the seal of him who died. [Refrain] 4 O Lord, once lifted on the glorious tree, Your death has bought us life eternally. [Refrain] 5 So shall our song of triumph ever be: Praise to the Crucified for victory! [Refrain] Topics: Thursday of the Lord's Supper; Easter Vigil ; Easter Season Resurrection; Exaltation of the Holy Cross September 14th; Christian Initiation Sacraments; Baptism Sacraments; Funeral Sacraments; Cross; Discipleship; Eternal Life; Holy Name of Jesus; Paschal Mystery; Praise; Redemption; Victory over Sin and Death; Worship and Adoration Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18 Used With Tune: CRUCIFER

The Old Rugged Cross

Author: George Bennard, 1873-1958 Meter: 12.8.12.8 with refrain Appears in 347 hymnals First Line: On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross Refrain First Line: So I'll cherish the cross, the old rugged cross Lyrics: 1 On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, The emblem of suff'ring and shame; And I love that old cross where the dearest and best For a world of lost sinners was slain. Refrain: So I'll cherish the cross, the old rugged cross, Till my trophies at last I lay down; I will cling to the cross, the old rugged cross, And exchange it some day for a crown. 2 O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world, Has a wondrous attraction for me; For the dear Lamb of God left his glory above To bear it to dark Calvary. [Refrain] 3 In the old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine, A wondrous beauty I see; For 'twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died To pardon and sanctify me. [Refrain] 4 To the old rugged cross I will ever be true, Its shame and reproach gladly bear; Then he'll call me some day to my home far away, Where his glory forever I'll share. [Refrain] Topics: Exaltation of the Holy Cross September 14th; Cross; Grace; Lamb of God; Mercy, Forgiveness; Paschal Mystery; Saving Blood of Christ Scripture: Matthew 27:35 Used With Tune: OLD RUGGED CROSS

For All the Saints

Author: William W. How, 1823-1897 Meter: 10.10.10 with alleluias Appears in 570 hymnals First Line: For all the saints, who from their labors rest Lyrics: 1 For all the saints, who from their labors rest, Who to the world their faith in you confessed; Your name, O Jesus, be forever blest. Alleluia! Alleluia! 2 You were their rock, their fortress and their might; You, Lord, their Captain in the well-fought fight; You in the darkness drear, their one true light. Alleluia! Alleluia! 3 O may your soldiers, faithful, true, and bold, Fight as the saints who nobly fought of old, And win with them the victor's crown of gold. Alleluia! Alleluia! 4 O blest communion, fellowship divine! We feebly struggle, they in glory shine; Yet all are one within your great design. Alleluia! Alleluia! 5 And when the strife is fierce, the warfare long, Steals on the ear the distant triumph song, And hearts are brave again, and arms are strong. Alleluia! Alleluia! 6 The golden evening brightens in the west; Soon, soon to faithful warriors comes their rest; Sweet is the calm of paradise the blest. Alleluia! Alleluia! 7 But then there breaks a yet more glorious day; The saints triumphant rise in bright array; The King of glory passes on his way. Alleluia! Alleluia! 8 From earth's wide bounds, from ocean's farthest coast, Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host, Singing to Father, Son, and Holy Ghost: Alleluia! Alleluia! Topics: Christ the King; All Saints November 1st; All Souls November 2nd; Funeral Sacraments; Communion of Saints; Courage; Discipleship; Eternal Life; Faith; Heaven; Holy Name of Jesus; Music; Praise; Providence; Rest; Second Coming; Song; Strength; Struggle; Trust, Confidence; Worship and Adoration Scripture: Hebrews 12:1 Used With Tune: SINE NOMINE

Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones

Author: John A. Riley, 1858-1945 Meter: 8.8.8.8 with alleluias Appears in 108 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Ye watchers and ye holy ones, Bright seraphs, cherubim, and thrones, Raise the glad strain: "Alleluia!" Cry out, dominions, princedoms, pow'rs, Virtues, archangels, angels' choirs: "Alleluia! Alleluia!" Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! 2 O higher than the cherubim, More glorious than the seraphim, Lead their praises: "Alleluia!" O bearer of the eternal Word, Most gracious, magnify the Lord: "Alleluia! Alleluia!" Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! 3 Respond, ye souls in endless rest, Ye patriarchs and prophets blest: "Alleluia, Alleluia!" Ye holy twelve, ye martyrs strong, All saints triumphant, raise the song: "Alleluia! Alleluia!" Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! 4 O friends, in gladness let us sing, Supernal anthems echoing: "Alleluia, Alleluia!" To God the Father, God the Son, and God the Spirit, Three in One: "Alleluia! Alleluia!" Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Topics: Ascension of the Lord; All Saints November 1st; All Souls November 2nd; Funeral Sacraments; Angels; Communion of Saints; Eternal Life; Joy; Music; Praise; Saints; Song; Trinity; Worship and Adoration Scripture: Colossians 1:16 Used With Tune: LASST UNS ERFREUEN

O Sanctíssima / O Most Holy One

Author: Neil Borgstrom, b.1953 Meter: 5.5.7.5.5.7 Appears in 48 hymnals First Line: O sanctíssima, O piíssima (O most holy one, O most lowly one) Topics: Mary, Mother of God; Blessed Virgin Mary; Comfort; Holiness; Humility; Petition, Prayer; Refuge, Security; Sickness Scripture: John 19:25-27 Used With Tune: O DU FRÖLICHE Text Sources: st. 1, Stimmen der Völker in Liedern, 1807; st. 2, Arundel Hymnal, 1902

Come to Jesus

Meter: 4.4.8.4.6 Appears in 498 hymnals First Line: Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus Lyrics: 1 Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus just now, just now. Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus just now! 2 Only trust him, ... 3 He is able, ... 4 He will save you, ... Topics: Christian Initiation Sacraments; Baptism Sacraments; Commitment; Redemption; Salvation; Trust, Confidence Used With Tune: COME TO JESUS Text Sources: Traditional

Baptized in Water

Author: Michael Saward, b.1932 Meter: 5.5.8 D Appears in 48 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Cleansed by the blood of Christ our King: Heirs of salvation, Trusting his promise, Faithfully now God's praise we sing. 2 Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Dead in the tomb with Christ our King: One with his rising, Freed and forgiven, Thankfully now God's praise we sing. 3 Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Marked with the sign of Christ our King: Born of one Father, We are his children, Joyfully now God's praise we sing. Topics: Christ the King; Christian Initiation Sacraments; Baptism Sacraments; Freedom; God the Father, Creator; Holy Spirit; Praise; Promise of God; Reconciliation, Atonement, Forgiveness; Salvation; Trust, Confidence; Water; Worship and Adoration Scripture: Romans 6:1-4 Used With Tune: BUNESSAN

Alleluia! Sing to Jesus

Author: William C. Dix, 1837-1898 Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 215 hymnals First Line: Alleluia! Sing to Jesus! Lyrics: 1 Alleluia! Sing to Jesus! His the scepter, his the throne. Alleluia! His the triumph, His the victory alone. Hark! The songs of peaceful Zion Thunder like a mighty flood: "Jesus out of ev'ry nation Has redeemed us by his blood." 2 Alleluia! Not as orphans Are we left in sorrow now; Alleluia! He is near us; Faith believes, nor questions how. Though the cloud from sight received him When the forty days were o'er, Shall our hearts forget his promise: "I am with you evermore"? 3 Alleluia! Bread of angels, Here on earth our food, our stay! Alleluia! Here the sinful Flee to you from day to day. Intercessor, friend of sinners, Earth's redeemer, plead for me, Where the songs of all the sinless Sweep across the crystal sea. 4 Alleluia! King eternal, You the Lord of lords we own: Alleluia! born of Mary, Earth your footstool, heav'n your throne. You within the veil have entered, Robed in flesh, our great high priest; Here on earth both priest and victim In the eucharistic feast. Topics: Easter Vigil ; Easter Season Resurrection; Ascension of the Lord; Body and Blood of Christ; Christ the King; Eucharist Sacraments; Comfort; Communion; Communion of Saints; Faith; Food; Incarnation; Jesus Christ; Music; Praise; Presence of God; Providence; Redemption; Sacrifice; Sickness; Song; Worship and Adoration Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 Used With Tune: HYFRYDOL

I Come with Joy

Author: Brian Wren, b.1936 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 73 hymnals First Line: I come with joy, a child of God Lyrics: 1 I come with joy, a child of God, Forgiven, loved, and free, The life of Jesus to recall, In love laid down for me. 2 I come with Christians far and near To find, as all are fed, The new community of love In Christ's communion bread. 3 As Christ breaks bread, and bids us share, Each proud division ends. The love that made us, makes us one, And strangers now are friends. 4 The Spirit of the risen Christ, Unseen, but ever near, Is in such friendship better known, Alive among us here. 5 Together met, together bound By all that God has done, We'll go with joy, to give the world The love that makes us one. Topics: Body and Blood of Christ; Eucharist Sacraments; Children's Hymns; Communion; Community; Ecumenism; Freedom; Friendship; Gathering; Holy Spirit; Jesus Christ; Joy; Life in Christ, Christian Life; Love for Others; Love of God for Us; Reconciliation, Atonement, Forgiveness; Going Forth, Sending Forth; Unity Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Used With Tune: LAND OF REST

I Will Arise

Author: Joseph Hart, 1712-1768; Anonymous Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Appears in 1,464 hymnals First Line: Come, you sinners, poor and needy Refrain First Line: I will arise and go to Jesus Lyrics: 1 Come, you sinners, poor and needy, Weak and wounded, sick and sore, Jesus, Son of God, will save you, Full of pity, love, and pow'r. Refrain: I will arise and go to Jesus, He will embrace me in his arms; In the arms of my dear Savior, Oh, there are ten thousand charms. 2 Come, you thirsty, come, and welcome, God's free bounty glorify: True belief and true repentance, Ev'ry grace that brings you nigh. [Refrain] 3 Come, you weary, heavy laden, Lost and ruined by the fall; If you tarry till you're better, You will never come at all. [Refrain] Topics: Penance Sacraments; Burdens; Commitment; Faith; Grace; Mercy, Forgiveness; Redemption; Repentance, Confession Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13 Used With Tune: RESTORATION Text Sources: verses, Hymns Composed on Various Subjects, 1759, alt.