Author: Brian Wren (b. 1936) Hymnal: Hymns of Glory, Songs of Praise #621 (2008) Meter: 11.10.11.10 Hymnal Title: Hymns of Glory, Songs of Praise Lyrics: 1 Spirit of Jesus, if I love my neighbour
out of my knowledge, leisure, power or wealth,
help me to understand the shame and anger:
of helplessness that hates my power to help.
2 And if, when I have answered need with kindness,
my neighbour rises, wakened from despair,
keep me from flinching when the cry for justice
requires of me the changes that I fear.
3 If I am hugging safety or possessions,
uncurl my spirit, as your love prevails,
to join my neighbours, work for liberation,
and find my freedom at the mark of nails. Topics: The Holy Spirit in the Church Enlightening and Renewing the Church; Freedom and Liberation; Neighbour; Social Concern Scripture: 1 John 2:16 Languages: English Tune Title: MARK OF NAILS
Spirit of Jesus, if I love my neighbour