Author: Maxwell J. Blacker, 1822-1888 Hymnal: RitualSong #852 (1996) Meter: 11.11.11.5 Hymnal Title: RitualSong Lyrics: 1 Only begotten, Word of God eternal,
Lord of creation, merciful and mighty,
Hear now your servants, when their tuneful voices
Rise to your presence.
2 Holy this temple where our Lord is dwelling,
This is none other than the gate of heaven;
Strangers and pilgrims, seeking homes eternal,
Pass through its portals.
3 Lord, we beseech you, as we throng your temple,
By your past blessings, by your present bounty,
Smile on your children, and with tender mercy
Hear our petitions.
4 God in Three Persons, Father everliving,
Son coeternal, ever blessed Spirit,
Yours be the glory, praise and adoration,
Now and for ever. Topics: Blessing; Dedication of a Church; Forgiveness; Gathering; Gathering; Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ; Love of God for Us; Majesty and Power; Mercy; Petition; Pilgrimage; Presence of God; Reconciliation; Repentance Scripture: 1 Kings 8:30-39 Languages: English Tune Title: ISTE CONFESSOR
Only-begotten, Word of God Eternal