Author: John M. Neale, 1818-1866 Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Appears in 289 hymnals Scripture: John 3:16 Lyrics: 1 Christ is made the sure foundation,
Christ the head and cornerstone;
Chosen of the Lord and precious,
Binding all the Church in one;
Holy Zion’s help for ever,
And her confidence alone.
2 To this temple where we call you,
Come, O Lord of hosts, today;
With your wonted loving kindness
Hear your servants as they pray.
And your fullest benediction
Shed in all its bright array.
3 Grant, we pray, to all your people,
All the grace they ask to gain;
What they gain from you for ever
With the blessèd to retain,
And hereafter in your glory
Evermore with you to reign.
Topics: Lent 3, Year B; Ordinary Time 9, Year A; Ordinary Time 27, Year A; Lenten Season; Dedication of a Church; Christian Initiation of Adults; Blessing; Church; Comfort; Gathering; Jesus Christ; Love of God for Us; Petition; Praise; Trust; Unity Used With Tune: WESTMINSTER ABBEY
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation