1 Lord of our growing years,
With us from infancy,
Laughter and quick-dried tears,
Freshness and energy:

Refrain:
Your grace surrounds us all our days;
For all Your gifts we bring our praise.

2 Lord of our strongest years,
Stretching our youthful powers,
Lovers and pioneers
When all the world seems ours: (Refrain)

3 Lord of our middle years,
Giver of steadfastness,
Courage that perseveres
When there is small success: (Refrain)

4 Lord of our older years,
Steep though the road may be,
Rid us of foolish fears,
Bring us serenity: (Refrain)

5 Lord of our closing years,
Always Your promise stands;
Hold us, when death appears,
Safely within Your hands: (Refrain)