(Congregation): When did we see you hungry, Lord?
(One Voice): "I work two jobs so we can eat. . .
I search for food we can afford . . .
I am your neighbor down the street!"
(Congregation): When did we see you thirsty, Lord?
(One Voice): "I carry water miles each day . . .
I long for water, close and pure . . .
I am your neighbor far away!"
(Congregation): When were you still a stranger, Lord?
(One Voice): "I moved to your community . . .
I wait your hand at your church door . . .
I am each stranger that you see!"
(Congregation): We see the child whose shoes are worn . . .
We see the man in hospice care . . .
We see the prisoner many scorn . . .
A voice cries out; Will we be there?
Jesus, youir presence here is real;
You came a servant on your knees.
May we, your church, now humbly kneel
And serve you in the "least of these."
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | When did we see you hungry, Lord? |
| Title: | When Did We See You Hungry, Lord? |
| Author: | Carolyn Winfrey Gillette |
| Publication Date: | 1998 |
| Meter: | LM |
| Scripture: | Matthew 25:31-46; John 13:12-15; Colossians 1:20-22; 1 John 3:17-18 |
| Topic: | Jesus Christ: Teachings; Justice |
| Language: | English |
| Notes: | A Hymn for Congregation and Soloist (or Choir) |
| Copyright: | Copyright © 1998 by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. All rights reserved |
| Tune Information | |
|---|---|
| Name: | MARYTON |
| Composer: | Henry Percy Smith (1874) |
| Meter: | LM |
| Key: | D Major |