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How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #580 (2006) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call
to live according to your word
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear;
if worldly pressures fray the mind
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We marvel how your saints become
in hindrances more sure;
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your pow'r to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines or ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you,
the cross you hung upon,
all you endeavored done. Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green Hymnal: Moravian Book of Worship #644 (1995) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call:
to live according to your word,
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear,
if worldly pressures fray the mind
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We mark your saints, how they became
in hindrances more sure,
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your pow'r to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines or ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you -
the cross you hung upon -
all you endeavored done. Scripture: Isaiah 6:8 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green Hymnal: Glory to God #432 (2013) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call
to live according to your word
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear;
if worldly pressures fray the mind
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We marvel how your saints became
in hindrances more sure:
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your power to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines or ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you:
the cross you hung upon,
all you endeavored, done.
Scripture: Isaiah 6:8 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green (1903-) Hymnal: Common Praise (1998) #466 (1998) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Call and Vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call:
to live according to your word,
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all,
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear;
if worldly pressures fray the mind
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We mark your saints, how they became
in hindrances more sure,
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your power to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines or ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you,
the cross you hung upon,
all you endeavoured done. Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green Hymnal: Voices United #504 (1996) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call:
to live according to your word,
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are over all
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear,
if worldly pressures fray the mind
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We mark your saints, how they become
in hindrances more sure,
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your power to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, here, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines and ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you,
the cross you hung upon --
all you endeavoured done. Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation
Author: Fred Pratt Green Hymnal: Voices Together #547 (2020) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation First Line: How clear is our vocation, Lord Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call:
to live according to your word,
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all,
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear;
if worldly pressures fray the mind,
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care,
our inward life repair.
3 We marvel how your saints become
in hindrances more sure,
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name,
and by our faults obscure
your pow’r to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines and ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you.
The cross you hung upon—
all you endeavored done. Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000 Hymnal: Christian Worship #734 (2021) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
when once we heed your call:
to live according to your Word,
and daily learn, refreshed, restored,
that you are Lord of all
and will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
your yoke is hard to bear;
if worldly pressures fray the mind,
and love itself cannot unwind
its tangled skein of care:
our inward life repair.
3 We marvel how your saints become
in hindrances more sure,
whose joyful virtues put to shame
the casual way we wear your name
and by our faults obscure
your pow’r to cleanse and cure.
4 In what you give us, Lord, to do,
together or alone,
in old routines and ventures new,
may we not cease to look to you,
the cross you hung upon—
all you endeavored done. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Author: Fred Pratt Green, b. 1903 Hymnal: Hymnal Supplement 98 #879 (1998) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Vocation Lyrics: 1 How clear is our vocation, Lord,
When once we heed Your call:
To live according to Your Word,
And daily learn, refreshed, restored,
That You are Lord of all,
And will not let us fall.
2 But if, forgetful, we should find
Your yoke is hard to bear;
If worldly pressures fray the mind,
And love itself cannot unwind
Its tangled skein of care:
Our inward life repair.
3 We marvel how Your saints become
In hindrances more sure;
Whose joyful virtues put to shame
The casual way we wear Your name,
And by our faults obscure
Your pow'r to cleanse and cure.
4 In what You give us, Lord, to do,
Together or alone,
In old routines or ventures new,
May we not cease to look to You,
The cross You hung upon--
All You endeavored done. Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
Our God, You Called to Moses
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #5 (2009) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: Our God, you called to Moses to set your people free Lyrics: Our God, you called to Moses to set your people free.
What wrongly some suppose is: He answered easily.
“I’m not the one you’re seeking!” he seemed instead to say.
“My strength is not in speaking; God, find another way!”
And yet, O Lord, you told him to trust in what you said.
Your strength would surely hold him through every day ahead.
Though many would oppose him, by your own name he’d know:
You were the one who chose him to help your people go.
You call each congregation to serve the lost and poor.
We doubt our own vocation; we ask, “Lord, are you sure?”
Yet you give gifts for sharing, you show us what to say.
Your Spirit gives us daring to serve Christ every day.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 Languages: English Tune Title: LLANGLOFFAN
Our God, You Called to Moses
There Are Many Ways of Sharing
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #41a (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: There are many ways of sharing, But God's Spirit gives each one Lyrics: There are many ways of sharing, But God’s Spirit gives each one.
There are different ways of caring; It’s one Lord whose work is done.
God, whose gifts are overflowing, May we hear you when you call;
Keep us serving, keep us growing, For the common good of all.
We’ve been baptized in the waters! We’ve been given work to do.
When you call your sons and daughters, You give gifts for serving you.
God, we join in celebration Of the talents you impart.
Bless each baptized one’s vocation; Give each one a servant’s heart.
All are blest by gifts you give us; Some are set apart to lead.
Give us Jesus’ love within us As we care for those in need.
Give us faith to make decisions; Give us joy to share your Word.
Give us unity and vision As we serve your church and world.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 Languages: English Tune Title: NETTLETON
There Are Many Ways of Sharing
There Are Many Ways of Sharing
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #41b (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: There are many ways of sharing, But God's Spirit gives each one Lyrics: There are many ways of sharing, But God’s Spirit gives each one.
There are different ways of caring; It’s one Lord whose work is done.
God, whose gifts are overflowing, May we hear you when you call;
Keep us serving, keep us growing, For the common good of all.
We’ve been baptized in the waters! We’ve been given work to do.
When you call your sons and daughters, You give gifts for serving you.
God, we join in celebration Of the talents you impart.
Bless each baptized one’s vocation; Give each one a servant’s heart.
All are blest by gifts you give us; Some are set apart to lead.
Give us Jesus’ love within us As we care for those in need.
Give us faith to make decisions; Give us joy to share your Word.
Give us unity and vision As we serve your church and world.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 Languages: English Tune Title: ABBOT'S LEIGH
There Are Many Ways of Sharing
O God, Our Creator, You Work Every Day
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #62a (2009) Meter: 11.11.11.11 Topics: Call/Vocation Lyrics: O God, our Creator, you work every day:
A potter, you form us, your people, like clay.
A shepherd, you guide us and seek out the lost.
A parent, you love us, not counting the cost.
Christ Jesus, how rough were your hard-working hands!
You labored among us; our God understands!
Bless workers who struggle, their families to feed;
Bless those who face hardship, oppression, or greed.
Lord, some live among us who need constant care,
Whose work is to make us more humbly aware.
They teach us the best of your lessons, by far:
It’s not what we do, Lord, you love who we are!
We’re baptized! Your Spirit gives new work to do,
That we, through our serving, may glorify you.
Each person’s vocation, each calling, has worth
As you send us out to bring Christ’s love on earth.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Languages: English Tune Title: ST. DENIO
O God, Our Creator, You Work Every Day
O God, Our Creator, You Work Every Day
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #62b (2009) Meter: 11.11.11.11 Topics: Call/Vocation Lyrics: O God, our Creator, you work every day:
A potter, you form us, your people, like clay.
A shepherd, you guide us and seek out the lost.
A parent, you love us, not counting the cost.
Christ Jesus, how rough were your hard-working hands!
You labored among us; our God understands!
Bless workers who struggle, their families to feed;
Bless those who face hardship, oppression, or greed.
Lord, some live among us who need constant care,
Whose work is to make us more humbly aware.
They teach us the best of your lessons, by far:
It’s not what we do, Lord, you love who we are!
We’re baptized! Your Spirit gives new work to do,
That we, through our serving, may glorify you.
Each person’s vocation, each calling, has worth
As you send us out to bring Christ’s love on earth.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Languages: English Tune Title: FOUNDATION
O God, Our Creator, You Work Every Day
Arise, Your Light Has Come!
Author: Ruth Duck, b. 1947 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #314 (2006) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: FESTAL SONG
Arise, Your Light Has Come!
Great God, Your Love Has Called Us
Author: Brian A. Wren, b. 1936 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #358 (2006) Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: Great God, your love has called us here Lyrics: 1 Great God, your love has called us here,
as we, by love, for love were made.
Your living likeness still we bear,
though marred, dishonored, disobeyed.
We come, with all our heart and mind
your call to hear, your love to find.
2 We come with self-inflicted pains
of broken trust and chosen wrong,
half-free, half-bound by inner chains,
by social forces swept along,
by pow'rs and systems close confined,
yet seeking hope for humankind.
3 Great God, in Christ you call our name
and then receive us as your own,
not through some merit, right, or claim,
but by your gracious love alone.
We strain to glimpse your mercy seat
and find you kneeling at our feet.
4 Then take the towel, and break the bread,
and humble us, and call us friends.
Suffer and serve till all are fed,
and show how grandly love intends
to work till all creation sings,
to fill all worlds, to crown all things.
5 Great God, in Christ you set us free
your life to live, your joy to share.
Give us your Spirit's liberty
to turn from guilt and dull despair,
and offer all that faith can do
while love is making all things new. Languages: English Tune Title: RYBURN
Great God, Your Love Has Called Us
Brothers, joining hand to hand
Author: John Allan Warner, 1851-1928 Hymnal: CPWI Hymnal #410 (2010) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: General Hymns Christian Vocation and Witness Lyrics: 1 Brothers, joining hand to hand,
in one bond united,
pressing onward to that land
where all wrongs are righted:
let your words and actions be
worthy your vocation;
chosen of the Lord, and free,
heirs of Christ’s salvation.
2 Christ, the Way, the Truth, the Life,
Who hath gone before you
through the turmoil and the strife,
holds his banner o’er you;
all who see the sacred sign
press towards heaven's portal,
fired by hope that is divine,
love that is immortal.
3 They who follow fear no foe,
care not who assail them;
where the Master leads they go,
he will never fail them;
courage, brothers! We are one,
in the love that sought us;
soon the warfare shall be done,
through the grace he brought us. Scripture: John 14:6 Languages: English Tune Title: AVE VIRGO
Brothers, joining hand to hand
Living Lord of Love's Dominion
Author: David A. Robb (1932-) Hymnal: Common Praise (1998) #453 (1998) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Call and Vocation Lyrics: 1 Living Lord of Love's dominion,
sovereign Saviour, bless your church ;
call us still as your disciples --
loving, serving, while we search.
Gathered: feed our deepest being
prophet's truth and godly nerve;
scattered: let our lives' fruition
nourish others while we serve.
2 Visit towns and inner cities;
penetrate our steel and stone
with a love that melt our coldness,
making mission here our own.
We will seek you, love transfigured,
in our neighbour's need
until deep within our daily service
love draws forth our utmost skill.
3 With your bread, your wine, your Spirit,
nurture us for your intent;
let your will be our vocation
lived as song and sacrament.
May compassion lead to service
till we join the saints above;
grant us hope for each tomorrow;
fill our faith with vibrant love! Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-28 Languages: English Tune Title: PLEADING SAVIOUR
Living Lord of Love's Dominion
God Is Here!
Author: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #526 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: God is here! As we your people Lyrics: 1 God is here! As we your people
meet to offer praise and prayer,
may we find in fuller measure
what it is in Christ we share.
Here, as in the world around us,
all our varied skills and arts
wait the coming of the Spirit
into open minds and hearts.
2 Here are symbols to remind us
of our lifelong need of grace;
here are table, font, and pulpit;
here the cross has central place.
Here in honesty of preaching,
here in silence, as in speech,
here, in newness and renewal,
God the Spirit comes to each.
3 Here our children find a welcome
in the Shepherd's flock and fold;
here as bread and wine are taken,
Christ sustains us as of old.
Here the servants of the Servant
seek in worship to explore
what it means in daily living
to believe and to adore.
4 Lord of all, of church and kingdom,
in an age of change and doubt,
keep us faithful to the gospel;
help us work your purpose out.
Here, in this day's dedication,
all we have to give, receive;
we, who cannot live without you,
we adore you! We believe!
Languages: English Tune Title: ABBOT'S LEIGH
God Is Here!
Go, Make Disciples
Author: Handt Hanson, b. 1950 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #540 (2006) Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: GO, MAKE DISCIPLES
Go, Make Disciples
To Be Your Presence
Author: Delores Dufner, OSB, b. 1939 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #546 (2006) Meter: 10.10.10 with alleluia Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: To be your presence is our mission here Languages: English Tune Title: ENGELBERG
To Be Your Presence
Here I Am, Lord
Author: Daniel L. Schutte, b. 1946 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #574 (2006) Meter: 7.7.7.4 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: I, the Lord of sea and sky Languages: English Tune Title: HERE I AM, LORD
Here I Am, Lord
In Christ Called to Baptize
Author: Ruth Duck, b. 1947 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #575 (2006) Meter: 11.11.11.11 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: In Christ called to baptize, we witness to grace Languages: English Tune Title: ST. DENIO
In Christ Called to Baptize
We All Are One in Mission
Author: Rusty Edwards, b. 1955 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #576 (2006) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 We all are one in mission;
we all are one in call,
our varied gifts united
by Christ, the Lord of all.
A single great commission
compels us from above
to plan and work together
that all may know Christ's love.
2 We all are called for service,
to witness in God's name.
Our ministries are diff'rent;
our purpose is the same:
to touch the lives of others
with God's surprising grace,
so ev'ry folk and nation
may feel God's warm embrace.
3 Now let us be united,
and let our song be heard.
Now let us be a vessel
for God's redeeming Word.
We all are one in mission;
we all are one in call,
our varied gifts united
by Christ, the Lord of all. Languages: English Tune Title: KUORTANE
We All Are One in Mission
Creator Spirit, Heavenly Dove
Author: Rhabanus Maurus, 776-856 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #577 (2006) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: Creator Spirit, heav'nly dove Lyrics: 1 Creator Spirit, heav'nly dove,
descend upon us from above;
with graces manifold restore
your creatures as they were before.
2 To you, the Comforter, we cry;
to you, the gift of God most high,
true fount of life, the fire of love,
the soul's anointing from above.
3 In you, with graces sevenfold,
we God's almighty hand behold;
while you with tongues of fire proclaim
to all the world God's holy name.
4 Your light to ev'ry sense impart,
and shed your love in ev'ry heart;
your own unfailing might supply
to strengthen our infirmity.
5 Keep far from us our cruel foe,
and peace from your own hand bestow;
upheld by you, our strength and guide,
no evil can our steps betide.
6 Teach us to know the Father, Son,
and you, of both, to be but one;
that through the ages all along
your praise may be our endless song.
7 Praise to your eternal merit,
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Languages: English Tune Title: VENI CREATOR SPIRITUS
Creator Spirit, Heavenly Dove
Creator Spirit, Heavenly Dove
Author: Rhabanus Maurus, 776-856 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #578 (2006) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: Creator Spirit, heav'nly dove Lyrics: 1 Creator Spirit, heav'nly dove,
descend upon us from above;
with graces manifold restore
your creatures as they were before.
2 To you, the Comforter, we cry;
to you, the gift of God most high,
true fount of life, the fire of love,
the soul's anointing from above.
3 In you, with graces sevenfold,
we God's almighty hand behold;
while you with tongues of fire proclaim
to all the world God's holy name.
4 Your light to ev'ry sense impart,
and shed your love in ev'ry heart;
your own unfailing might supply
to strengthen our infirmity.
5 Keep far from us our cruel foe,
and peace from your own hand bestow;
upheld by you, our strength and guide,
no evil can our steps betide.
6 Teach us to know the Father, Son,
and you, of both, to be but one;
that through the ages all along
your praise may be our endless song.
Languages: English Tune Title: KOMM, GOTT SCHÖPFER
Creator Spirit, Heavenly Dove
Lord, You Give the Great Commission
Author: Jeffery Rowthorn, b. 1934 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #579 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 Lord, you give the great commission:
"Heal the sick and preach the word."
Lest the church neglect its mission,
and the gospel go unheard,
help us witness to your purpose
with renewed integrity:
Refrain:
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
for the work of ministry.
2 Lord, you call us to your service:
"In my name baptize and teach."
That the world may trust your promise,
life abundant meant for each,
give us all new fervor, draw us
closer in community: [Refrain]
3 Lord, you make the common holy:
"This my body, this my blood."
Let us all, for earth's true glory,
daily lift life heavenward,
asking that the world around us
share your children's liberty: [Refrain]
4 Lord, you show us love's true measure:
"Father, what they do, forgive."
Yet we hoard as private treasure
all that you so freely give.
May your care and mercy lead us
to a just society: [Refrain]
5 Lord, you bless with words assuring:
"I am with you to the end."
Faith and hope and love restoring,
may we serve as you intend
and, amid the cares that claim us,
hold in mind eternity: [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: ABBOT'S LEIGH
Lord, You Give the Great Commission
You Are Mine
Author: David Haas, b. 1957 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #581 (2006) Meter: Irregular Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: I will come to you in the silence Refrain First Line: Do not be afraid, I am with you Languages: English Tune Title: YOU ARE MINE
You Are Mine
Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling
Author: Timothy Rees, 1874-1939 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #582 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 Holy Spirit, ever dwelling in the holiest realms of light;
Holy Spirit, ever brooding o'er a world of gloom and night;
Holy Spirit, ever raising those of earth to thrones on high;
living, life-imparting Spirit;
you we praise and magnify.
2 Holy Spirit, ever living as the church's very life;
Holy Spirit, ever striving through us in a ceaseless strife;
Holy Spirit, ever forming in the church the mind of Christ:
you we praise with endless worship,
for your gifts and fruits unpriced.
3 Holy Spirit, ever working through the church's ministry;
quick'ning, strength'ning, and absolving, setting captive sinners free;
Holy Spirit, ever binding age to age and soul to soul
in communion never ending,
you we worship and extol. Languages: English Tune Title: IN BABILONE
Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling
Take My Life, That I May Be
Author: Frances R. Havergal, 1836-1879; Vicente Mendoza, 1875-1955 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #583 (2006) Meter: 7.7.7.7 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: Que mi vida entera esté (Take my hands and let them move) Refrain First Line: Toma, oh dios, me voluntad (Take my life, that I may be) Lyrics: Refrain:
Take my life, that I may be
consecrated, Lord, to thee;
take my moments and my days;
let them flow in ceaseless praise.
1 Take my hands and let them move
at the impulse of thy love;
take my feet and let them be
swift and beautiful for thee. [Refrain]
2 Take my silver and my gold,
not a mite would I withhold;
take my intellect and use
ev'ry pow'r as thou shalt choose. [Refrain]
3 Take my voice and let me sing
always, only, for my King;
take my lips and let them be
filled with messages from thee. [Refrain]
4 Take my will and make it thine;
it shall be no longer mine;
take my heart, it is thine own;
it shall be thy royal throne. [Refrain]
Languages: English; Spanish, English Tune Title: TOMA MI VOLUNTAD
Take My Life, That I May Be
The Son of God, Our Christ
Author: Edward M. Blumenfeld, b. 1927 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #584 (2006) Meter: 10.10.10.10 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: The Son of God, our Christ, the Word the Way Languages: English Tune Title: SURSUM CORDA
The Son of God, Our Christ
Go Make of All Disciples
Author: Leon M. Adkins, b. 1896 Hymnal: Worship (3rd ed.) #628 (1986) Meter: 7.6.7.6.7.6.7.6 Topics: Vocation First Line: "Go make of all disciples" Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20 Languages: English Tune Title: ELLECOMBE
Go Make of All Disciples
Praise We All Our God Eternal
Author: Willard R. Harstine Hymnal: Moravian Book of Worship #637 (1995) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation Scripture: Colossians 1:9-20 Languages: English Tune Title: PRAISE MY SOUL (LAUDA ANIMA)
Praise We All Our God Eternal
Chosen and Sent by the Father
Author: Margaret Clarkson Hymnal: Moravian Book of Worship #639 (1995) Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation First Line: Chosen and sent by the Father before earth's creation Scripture: Colossians 2:8-15 Languages: English Tune Title: LOBE DEN HERREN
Chosen and Sent by the Father
I, the Lord of Sea and Sky
Author: Daniel L. Schutte Hymnal: Moravian Book of Worship #641 (1995) Meter: 7.7.7.4 D with refrain Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation Refrain First Line: Here I am, Lord. Scripture: Exodus 3:5-8 Languages: English Tune Title: HERE I AM
I, the Lord of Sea and Sky
God the Spirit, Guide and Guardian
Author: Carl P. Daw, Jr. Hymnal: Moravian Book of Worship #642 (1995) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Ministry and Christian Vocation; Christian vocation Lyrics: 1 God the Spirit, guide and guardian,
wind-sped flame and hov'ring dove,
breath of life and voice of prophets,
sign of blessing, pow'r of love:
give to those who lead your people
fresh anointing of your grace;
send them forth as bold apostles
to your church in ev'ry place.
2 Christ our Savior, Sov'reign, Shepherd,
word made flesh, love crucified,
teacher, healer, suff'ring servant,
friend of sinners, foe of pride:
in your tending may all *pastors
learn and live a shepherd's care;
grant them courage and compassion
shown through word and deed and prayer.
3 Great Creator, life-bestower,
truth beyond all thought's recall,
fount of wisdom, womb of mercy,
giving and forgiving all:
as you know our strength and weakness,
so may those the church exalts
oversee its life steadfastly,
yet not overlook her faults.
4 Triune God, mysterious being,
undivided and diverse,
deeper than our minds can fathom,
greater than our creeds rehearse:
help us in our varied callings
your full image to proclaim,
that our ministries uniting
may give glory to your name. Scripture: Psalm 28:8-9 Languages: English Tune Title: BETHANY (SMART)
God the Spirit, Guide and Guardian
Go Make of All Disciples
Author: Leon M. Adkins, 1896-1986 Hymnal: Lead Me, Guide Me (2nd ed.) #646 (2012) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Vocation First Line: "Go make of all disciples" Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20 Languages: English Tune Title: ELLACOMBE
Go Make of All Disciples
Rise Up, O Saints of God!
Author: Norman O. Forness, b. 1936 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #669 (2006) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: FESTAL SONG
Rise Up, O Saints of God!
For the Fruit of All Creation
Author: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #679 (2006) Meter: 8.4.8.4.8.8.8.4 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 For the fruit of all creation,
thanks be to God.
For these gifts to ev'ry nation,
thanks be to God.
For the plowing, sowing, reaping,
silent growth while we are sleeping,
future needs in earth's safe-keeping,
thanks be to God.
2 In the just reward of labor,
God's will is done.
In the help we give our neighbor,
God's will is done.
In our world-wide task of caring
for the hungry and despairing,
in the harvests we are sharing,
God's will is done.
3 For the harvests of the Spirit,
thanks be to God.
For the good we all inherit,
thanks be to God.
For the wonders that astound us,
for the truths that still confound us,
most of all, that love has found us,
thanks be to God. Languages: English Tune Title: AR HYD Y NOS
For the Fruit of All Creation
We Are an Offering
Author: Dwight Liles, b. 1957 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #692 (2006) Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: We lift our voices, we lift our hands Languages: English Tune Title: OFFERING
We Are an Offering
Jesus Calls Us; o'er the Tumult
Author: Cecil Frances Alexander, 1818-1895 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #696 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Lyrics: 1 Jesus calls us; o'er the tumult
of our life's wild, restless sea,
day by day his clear voice sounding,
saying, "Christian, follow me":
2 As of old Saint Andrew heard it
by the Galilean lake,
turned from home and toil and kindred,
leaving all for Jesus' sake.
3 Jesus calls us from the worship
of the vain world's golden store,
from each idol that would keep us,
saying, "Christian, love me more."
4 In our joys and in our sorrows,
days of toil and hours of ease,
still he calls, in cares and pleasures,
"Christian, love me more than these."
5 Jesus calls us! By your mercy,
Savior, may we hear your call,
give our hearts to your obedience,
serve and love you best of all. Languages: English Tune Title: GALILEE
Jesus Calls Us; o'er the Tumult
Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
Author: Albert F. Bayly, 1901-1984 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #712 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: BEACH SPRING
Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
O Christ, Your Heart, Compassionate
Author: Herman G. Stuempfle Jr., b. 1923 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #722 (2006) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry Languages: English Tune Title: ELLACOMBE
O Christ, Your Heart, Compassionate
The Church of Christ, in Every Age
Author: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #729 (2006) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Vocation, Ministry; Vocation, Ministry First Line: The church of Christ, in ev'ry age Lyrics: 1 The church of Christ in ev'ry age
beset by change, but Spirit-led,
must claim and test its heritage
and keep on rising from the dead.
2 Across the world, across the street,
the victims of injustice cry
for shelter and for bread to eat,
and never live before they die.
3 Then let the servant church arise,
a caring church that longs to be
a partner in Christ's sacrifice,
and clothed in Christ's humanity.
4 For he alone, whose blood was shed,
can cure the fever in our blood,
and teach us how to share our bread
and feed the starving multitude.
5 We have no mission but to serve
in full obedience to our Lord;
to care for all, without reserve,
and spread his liberating word. Languages: English Tune Title: WAREHAM
The Church of Christ, in Every Age
Enviados somos de Dios (We Have Been Sent by God)
Author: José Aguiar; Phil Hart Hymnal: Voices Together #771 (2020) Meter: 12.12.12.12.12.12 Topics: Vocation; Vocation Scripture: Isaiah 6:8 Languages: Spanish Tune Title: ENVIADO
Enviados somos de Dios (We Have Been Sent by God)
Go Make of All Disciples
Author: Leon M. Adkins, 1896-1986 Hymnal: RitualSong #798 (1996) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Vocation First Line: "Go make of all disciples" Scripture: Luke 24:46-48 Languages: English Tune Title: ELLACOMBE
Go Make of All Disciples
Awake, my soul, and with the sun
Author: Thomas Ken (1637-1711) Hymnal: Ancient and Modern #1 (2013) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Vocation Lyrics: 1 Awake, my soul, and with the sun
thy daily stage of duty run;
shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise
to pay thy morning sacrifice.
2 Redeem thy mis-spent time that's past,
and live this day as if thy last;
improve thy talent with due care;
for the great day thyself prepare.
3 Let all thy converse be sincere,
thy conscience as the noon-day clear;
think how all-seeing God thy ways
and all thy secret thoughts surveys.
4 Wake, and lift up thyself, my heart,
and with the angels bear thy part,
who all night long unwearied sing,
high praise to the eternal King.
5 Glory to thee, who safe hast kept
and hast refreshed me whilst I slept;
grant, Lord, when I from death shall wake,
I may of endless light partake.
6 Lord, I my vows to thee renew;
disperse my sins as morning dew;
guard my first springs of thought and will,
and with thyself my spirit fill.
7 Direct, control, suggest, this day,
all I design or do or say;
that all my powers, with all their might,
in thy sole glory may unite.
8 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow,
praise him, all creatures here below,
praise him above, angelic host,
praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Scripture: Psalm 57:8-9 Languages: English Tune Title: MORNING HYMN
Awake, my soul, and with the sun
Humbly in Your Sight
Author: J. P. Chirwa; Tom Colvin; Tom Colvin Hymnal: Sing a New Creation #7 (2022) Meter: 11.11 Topics: Call and Vocation First Line: Humbly in your sight we come together, Lord Scripture: Matthew 22:34-36 Languages: English Tune Title: TIZA PANTAZI PINU
Humbly in Your Sight
Jesus, You Once Called Disciples
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #14 (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: Jesus, you once called disciples, choosing twelve to follow you Lyrics: Jesus, you once called disciples, choosing twelve to follow you:
Simon (also known as Peter), Andrew and Bartholomew,
Philip, Thomas, James, and Matthew, Simon, Thaddaeus, John, and James–
Then there was the one called Judas. These were your disciples' names.
Women, too, were your disciples, sitting, learning, at your feet.
Mary knew your word was precious, even more than food to eat.
Martha trusted in your power when her brother Laz'rus died.
Women shared your journey, Lord, and stayed when you were crucified.
Lord, so many heard and followed, like the woman at the well.
Meeting you, the living water, she sought others she could tell.
Like the boy with loaves and fishes, like Zacchaeus in the tree,
Many gladly heard your message; many shared your ministry.
Jesus, still you call your people, "Come and follow me today!"
Some, like Paul, feel sudden wonder; some are brought up in your way.
Lord, no matter how we meet you, by your Spirit, make us new.
May we know your living presence; may we daily follow you.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5 Languages: English Tune Title: IN BABILONE
Jesus, You Once Called Disciples
O Lord, You Called Disciples
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #15 (2009) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: O Lord, you called disciples, proclaiming, "Come and see!" Lyrics: O Lord, you called disciples, proclaiming, “Come and see!”
And so an invitation began your ministry.
Then Andrew called his brother, and Peter came to you;
More men and women followed, and little children, too.
You met a busy woman out in the noon-day sun.
You shared God’s love, you listened; you told all she had done.
She called her friends and neighbors and brought them face to face
With you, the living water, the bearer of God’s grace.
O Christ, your invitation has reached from year to year!
Through some who heard you calling, a church was founded here.
As faithful people served you a century ago,*
They soon invited others; your church began to grow.
God, by your Holy Spirit, now send us in your name
To serve the lost and outcast, the poor for whom you came.
Through gifts of hope and healing, through loving ministry,
May we reach out, inviting the world to “Come and see!”
*Or “as faithful people served you so many years ago,”
Scripture: John 1:35-41 Languages: English Tune Title: LANCASHIRE
O Lord, You Called Disciples
O Lord, As You Were on Your Way
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: Songs of Grace #24 (2009) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Topics: Call/Vocation First Line: O Lord, as you were on your way to where you'd one day die Lyrics: O Lord, as you were on your way to where you'd one day die,
You wanted time to rest and pray, to hear God's word to you that day.
You climbed a mountain high with three good friends close by.
So soon, the three became aware of such a wondrous sight.
Your face shone bright beyond compare, just like a glimpse of heaven there!
Your clothes were dazzling white; your glory came to light.
The Law, the Prophets guided you as you discerned God's will.
With Moses and Elijah, too, you spoke of God's great plan for you,
God's promise to fulfill, one Friday on a hill.
Why could you not remain with them and there in glory stay?
God said, "This is my own dear Son! Now listen to him, everyone!"
And so you turned to say you'd go the harder way.
O Lord, how often we pursue success at any cost,
And yet we hear God's word anew, that we are called to follow you,
Who served the poor and lost and journeyed to the cross.
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-18 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
O Lord, As You Were on Your Way
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