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Looking Back, O God, We Wonder

Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #48 (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Scripture: Matthew 25:38-40 First Line: Looking back, O God, we wonder of that time in history Lyrics: Looking back, O God, we wonder of that time in history When the early settlers gathered, building this community. Children did their chores and played here; men and women worked the land. Sundays, Lord, they knelt and prayed here, seeking your protecting hand. Looking to your love, we worship as your people long have done, Sharing bread and Word and friendship, singing praises to your Son. Bricks of old are such a treasure, well-worn pews proclaim our past; But your love beyond all measure is the treasure that will last. Looking out, we see our neighbors, and—in each one—Jesus’ face. God, we offer you our labors so that all will know your grace. As we witness all around us, as we welcome strangers in, As we help those lost and homeless, your church welcomes you again. Looking on to where we’re going, God, we wonder what will be; Yet we trust your Spirit, knowing you will guide our ministry. You give each new generation ways to praise you, work to do; God, be with this congregation as we keep on serving you. Topics: Anniversary, Church Languages: English Tune Title: HYMN TO JOY

Stay Awake and Be Prepared

Author: Paul O. Davidson Hymnal: Singing the New Testament #48 (2008) Scripture: Matthew 25 First Line: Ten virgins all were called to greet the bridegroom fair Topics: God Nature of; Jesus Christ Teaching of; Obedience (see also Will of God); Return of Christ; Will of God Languages: English Tune Title: [Ten virgins all were called]

Lord, May We See by Faith and Grace

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: Faith That Lets Us Sing #56 (2017) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Scripture: Matthew 25:40 Lyrics: 1 Lord, may we see by faith and grace your countenance in each sad face of those who stand and wait outside, encircled by your arms spread wide. 2 They cling to hope in their despair, and long for life more just and fair, a home that’s safe and bread to eat, warm clothes to wear, and water sweet; 3 And here, within this sacred space, a table where they have a place, a font of blessing, friends who care with helpful hands and heart-felt prayer. 4 Reveal yourself to them, we pray, in what we do and what we say, that as we share your love and grace, we may reflect your holy face. Topics: Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: GLENMONT HILLS

God of Creation

Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #66 (2009) Meter: 11.11.11.5 Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46 First Line: God of creation, We have seen the horror-- Lyrics: God of creation, We have seen the horror— Great devastation, Overwhelming sorrow! Hear now your people—Homes and loved ones taken— Feeling forsaken. Christ of compassion, You who calmed the rough sea— Hurricane crashing, We prayed for your mercy! Comfort your people! Hold them close, now giving Hope for their living. Give to your children Food to end their hunger, Clean water’s blessing, News of those they long for! And by your Spirit, Use our gifts and labors To help our neighbors. Topics: Lament; Mission; Nation/National Holidays Languages: English Tune Title: HERZLIEBSTER JESU

Imagine

Author: Keith Getty; Kristyn Getty Hymnal: Lift Up Your Hearts #72 (2013) Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46 First Line: Who hears? Who hears the voice of the hungry Refrain First Line: Imagine a King who would come through the darkness Topics: Church Year Advent; Powers of Darkness; Faith; Hope; Hunger; Jesus Christ Incarnation; Jesus Christ King Languages: English Tune Title: IMAGINE

They Built the Church

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: Faith That Lets Us Sing #72 (2017) Meter: 8.8.8.8 with alleluias Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40 First Line: They built the church that is our home Refrain First Line: Alleluia! Alleluia! Lyrics: 1 They built the church that is our home with Jesus Christ, the cornerstone, a strong foundation for the past, but in these days, will this church last? Alleluia! 2 Life’s only constant now is change, our way is hard, and times are strange, yet sing, rejoice, let prayers be said! The church lives on with Christ as head! Alleluia! 3 The church lives on, as we proclaim the love of God in Christ who came to dwell with us, show us the way to walk as faithful friends today. Alleluia! 4 The church lives on, as we are fed by Christ, the life-sustaining Bread, and share the cup of blessed grace with others gathered in this place. Alleluia! 5 The church lives on, to us a trust from Christ, to shape a world more just, to dry the tears of those who cry, and feed the hungry, lest they die. Alleluia! 6 The church lives on, transcending time, connecting us with saints divine, embracing all who come to own Christ as their head and cornerstone. Alleluia! Topics: Church Languages: English Tune Title: CHANGING TIMES

God, Bless the Ones Who Watch and Wait (A Hymn about Caregiving)

Author: Shirley Erena Murray Hymnal: New Hymns of Hope #76 Meter: 8.8.8.8 Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40 First Line: God, bless the ones who watch and wait Lyrics: 1 God, bless the ones who watch and wait through lonely vigil, constant care, who must stay strong for those they love for hope to shine through black despair. 2 Hold in your light the lives entwined with those impaired they cannot leave, where damaged bodies, damaged minds, become a cause to rage and grieve. 3 God, bless the arms that lift the weak, adjust a tone for deaf to hear, who calm with love a fretful child, who wash the ill and wipe the tear. 4 The towel and basin Jesus took is for us all to take and use, in giving respite, easing stress and walking in another's shoes. 5 God, bless the ones who watch and wait with cheerful face, though heart may bleed, who every day commit to care, to serve and meet another's need. Topics: Comfort Languages: English

Wondrous Stranger

Author: W. O. Cushing Hymnal: Joyful Lays #80 (1884) Scripture: Matthew 25:43 First Line: Who may be this wond'rous stranger passing by Refrain First Line: O my heart is waiting Lyrics: 1 Who may be this wond'rous stranger passing by, Love and grief and pity blending in His eye? Some sweet blessing from His lips my soul would crave, For ‘tis surely He whose words have pow’r to save. Refrain: O my heart is waiting, waiting for His coming; Will He pass me as He pass'd before? Will He see me waiting? Will He hear me pleading? Will He enter now my door? 2 Once my heart was hard and would not bid Him stay, Tho' I saw Him pass so weary day by day; When He knock'd I would not listen, but did frown, And I did not know the Stranger wore a crown. [Refrain] 3 Oft I marked that kingly presence passing by, Oft I saw the silent pleading in His eye; Oft I heard as if a sigh had rent His breast; Yet I would not let Him in to be my guest. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Who may be this wond'rous stranger passing by]

Sometimes when I'm praying

Author: Nickolas Campbell Hymnal: Discipleship Ministries Collection #87 Scripture: Matthew 25:40 First Line: Sometimes when I'm praying Topics: Peace; Rest; Joy; Love; Grace Languages: English Tune Title: NELSON

There's Coming a Time

Author: Charles P. Jones Hymnal: His Fullness Songs #90 (1977) Scripture: Matthew 25:46 First Line: There's coming a time when all who have journeyed Refrain First Line: Will you be one? O will you be one? Lyrics: 1 There's coming a time when all who have journeyed Patiently in the heavenly way, Will hear the dear Master tenderly saying, "Enter my rest, O child of the day." Refrain: Will you be one? O will you be one? Will you be there, your life's work all done? As the redeemed shall hear the glad welcome, On His right hand, O will you be one? 2 There's coming a time of judgment eternal, Day when the works of men shall be tried; When only the pure, the godly, the holy, Happy with Christ in heav'n shall abide. [Refrain] 3 There's coming a time when sinners shall hear Him, Saying in anger, "From me depart!" And driven to doom, shall wail that they never Gave to the Lord the love of their heart. [Refrain] 4 This wonderful time is swiftly approaching, Will you not now to meet it prepare? Repent and believe, be filled with the Spirit; Hurry! the time of judgment is near. [Refrain] Topics: Invitation; Judgment Languages: English Tune Title: [There's coming a time when all who have journeyed]