We Thank Thee, O Our Father  (play)

We thank Thee, O our Father,  Before the memories fade

For all Thy love around us,  And for The Boys’ Brigade

O help us to be mindful,  As daylight fades away

Of blessings showered on us,  Throughout the passing day.

For joy of life and freedom,  And strength of limb and mirth

For duties done with gladness,  On this Thy glorious earth

We praise Thee O our Maker,  And pray our hearts may be

As voices are uplifted,  In harmony with Thee.

For friendships growing stronger,  Beneath Thy radiant sky

The fragrance and the sunshine,  That tell that Thou art nigh

For human love we thank Thee,  But this we surely know

That it is but reflected,  From Thee to us below.

Lord, in our camp Thou walkest,  We feel that Thou art near

Thy strength has made us stronger,  ‘Tis afterwards we fear!

When back amidst temptations,  Which daily duty brings

‘Tis then we pray for courage,  To rise to higher things.

Then give us strength, O Father,  Wherever we may be

To crush what’s base within us,  And play the man for Thee

To serve with hearts undaunted,  Steadfast and unafraid

Loyal to Thee and duty,  And to The Boys’ Brigade.

( Lyricist: anon. Composer: A. H. Mann.  'Evening Hymn in Camp' )