At this time of celebration

1 At this time of celebration*

Father, meet with us we pray;

As we join in adoration

may we hear you speak today.

Yours is love that knows no limit,

never failing, ever free,

with the Son and Holy Spirit

one throughout eternity.

2 Fill our minds afresh with wonder

Jesus, at your humble birth,

how you left the courts of splendour,

died to bring our faith to birth.

May your grace, in joys and sorrows,

keep us close to you by prayer

as we face unknown tomorrows

with the promise of your care.

3 Saviour, still through loss and hardship,

disappointment, failure, grief,

help us offer warmth and friendship,

finding ways to bring relief.

Strengthen us when we are feeble,

show us what is best to do;

make us salt and light for people,

by our lives commending you.

4 If a coolness has infected

hearts that could have loved you more,

Lord, it’s you we have neglected,

left you knocking at the door.

Let your Spirit's peace unite us,

may we recognise your voice,

glad to follow where you guide us
in the pathway of your choice.

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*Note:

'celebration' in v.1 could be changed to suit different occasions, e.g.:
intercession, recommitment, consecration, resolutions, recollection, dedication

Tune: WALTHAM ABBEY
Metre: 8.7.8.7 D Key: G

words © Emma Turl (admin. by ChurchSongs.co.uk)
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music © John Tur words © Emma Turl (admin. by ChurchSongs.co.uk)
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