1
\nGod is here as we his people
\nmeet to offer praise and prayer,
\nmay we find in fuller measure
\nwhat it is in Christ we share.
\nHere, as in the world around us,
\nall our varied skills and arts
\nwait the coming of his Spirit
\ninto open minds and hearts.<\/p>\n
2
\nHere are symbols to remind us
\nof our lifelong need of grace;
\nhere are table, font and pulpit;
\nhere the Word has central place.
\nHere in honesty of preaching,
\nhere in silence, as in speech,
\nhere in newness and renewal,
\nGod the Spirit comes to each.<\/p>\n
3
\nHere our children find a welcome
\nin the Shepherd’s flock and fold.
\nHere, as bread and wine are taken,
\nChrist sustains us, as of old.
\nHere the servants of the Servant
\nseek in worship to explore
\nwhat it means in daily living
\nto believe and to adore.<\/p>\n
4
\nLord of all, Church and Kingdom,
\nin an age of change and doubt,
\nkeep us faithful to the Gospel,
\nhelp us work your purpose out.
\nHere, in this day’s dedication,
\nall we have to give, receive:
\nwe, who cannot live without you,
\nwe adore you! We believe!<\/p>\n
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