Author: Gregory E. Asimakoupoulos, 1952- Hymnal: Worship and Rejoice #682 (2003) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: Worship and Rejoice First Line: The fruit of love, the gift of life Lyrics: 1 The fruit of love, this gift of life,
we place, O God, within your care.
To know your grace and guiding hand
in years to come is now our prayer.
2 This tender child is known by you,
inclined to truth and evil too.
Would you protect this one we love
from sin and harm its whole life through?
3 A baby's future waits with hope
enveloped with the Spirit's grace.
Tomorrow's promise can be glimpsed
within this infant's tiny face.
4 With humble joy we recognize
a task that only has begun.
A sacred charge lies in our arms
to cradle faith and pass it on.
5 We praise you, Father, God alone.
We praise you, Jesus, Son of love.
And to the Spirit, Holy One,
we sing our praise. Amen. Amen. Topics: Child Dedication Scripture: Colossians 3:21 Languages: English Tune Title: GIFT OF LOVE
The Fruit of Love