Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: Time Now to Gather #6 (1999) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: Time Now to Gather First Line: When Cain killed Abel in a fight Lyrics: When Cain killed Abel in a fightand Jacob stole another's right,when Joseph's brothers gave him chase,God wept, and mourned their fall from grace.In every family, small or great,when jealousy twists love to hateand rivals turn to enemies,God weeps at our hostilities.And when in church and world todaysuch feelings still come into play,when brothers, sisters stand apart,God weeps for every broken heart.Good Christians, join in God's lament,weep now and mourn, be penitent,and pray to God: Forgive us all.Restore us as before our fall. Topics: Conflict; Repentance Scripture: Genesis 4:8-10 Languages: English Tune Title: ABSOLUTION
When Cain Killed Abel