Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New ‎#164

164. Father most holy, merciful and loving

1 Father most holy, merciful and loving,
Jesu, Redeemer, ever to be worshipped,
life-giving Spirit, Comforter most gracious,
God everlasting.

2 Three in a wondrous Unity unbroken,
one perfect Godhead, love that never faileth,
light of the angels, succour of the needy,
hope of all living.

3 All thy creation serveth its Creator,
thee ev'ry creature praiseth without ceasing;
we too would sing thee psalms of true devotion:
hear, we beseech thee.

4 Lord God Almighty, unto thee be glory,
One in Three Persons, over all exalted.
Thine, as is meet, be honour, praise and blessing,
now and for ever.

Text Information

• First Line: Father most holy, merciful and loving
• Title: Father most holy, merciful and loving
• Translator: Alfred E. Alston, 1862-1927
• Meter: 11 11 11 5
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2000
• Scripture:
  Exodus 17:6
  ;
  Numbers 20:8-11
  ;
  Psalm 23:1-6
  ;
  Psalm 78:15
  ;
  Psalm 105:41
• Topic: Joy, Praise and Thanksgiving; The Holy Trinity
• Source: Latin (c. 10th century)

Tune Information

• Name: CHARTRES (ANGERS)
• Composer: Richard Lloyd
• Meter: 11 11 11 5
• Key: F Major
• Source: "Chartres Antiphonr" (1784)
• Copyright: Arrangements © 1996 Keven Mayhew Ltd.
• Notes: An alternative accompaniment for unison sing is provided; a lower setting will be found at No. 605