GRH 564 Lord of True Light

(1)
Lord of true light, we gratefully adore Thee
For all Thy gifts bestowed upon our race;
For saints of old, who made their vows before Thee,
And told the world the wonders of Thy grace.

(2)
We praise Thee, Lord, that now the lights is falling
Here on Thy servant in this solemn hour;
Confirm in him his high and holy calling
Endure him with Thy wisdom, love and pow’r.

(3)
Be in his mind, the truth of all his teaching;
Give him the faith that welcomes all the light;
Till, from the shadows to Thy presence reaching,
He sees the glory that shall end our night.

(4)
Be in his heart, the fount of all his loving;
Make him a shepherd, kind to young and old,
Patient and watchful when Thy sheep are roving,
Tending with care the lambs within the fold.

(5)
For all Thy servants hear our supplication;
Still give by them the word that brings release,
Till the glad song is heard in every nation
Glory to God on high, on earth be peace.