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The Great Forerunner of the Morn

Author: St. Bede the Venerable, 673-735; John M. Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: Journeysongs (3rd ed.) #494 (2012) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 The great forerunner of the morn, The herald of the Word, is born; And faithful hearts shall never fail With thanks and praise his light to hail. 2 With heav'nly message Gabriel came, That John should be that herald's name, And with prophetic utt'rance told His actions great and manifold. 3 His mighty deeds exalt his fame To greater than a prophet's name; Of woman-born shall never be A greater prophet than was he. Topics: The Liturgical Year Advent (Sundays and Weekdays); The Liturgical Year The Nativity of St. John the Baptist (June 24) Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

On Jordan's Bank

Author: Charles Coffin, 1676-1749; John Chandler, 1806-1876 Hymnal: RitualSong (2nd ed.) #503 (2016) Meter: 8.8.8.8 First Line: On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry Lyrics: 1 On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry Announces that the Lord is nigh; Awake and harken, for he brings Glad tidings of the King of kings. 2 Then cleansed be ev'ry life from sin; Make straight the way for God within, And let each heart prepare a home Where such a mighty guest may come. 3 For you are our salvation, Lord, Our refuge, and our great reward; Without your grace we waste away Like flow'rs that wither and decay. 4 To heal the sick stretch out your hand, And bid the fallen sinner stand; Shine forth and let your light restore Earth's own true loveliness once more. 5 All praise to you, eternal Son, Whose advent has our freedom won, Whom with the Father we adore, And Holy Spirit, evermore. Topics: Advent Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

The Great Forerunner of the Morn

Author: St. Bede the Venerable, 673-735; John M. Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: Journeysongs (2nd ed.) #515 (2003) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 The great forerunner of the morn, The herald of the Word, is born; And faithful hearts shall never fail With thanks and praise his light to hail. 2 With heav'nly message Gabriel came, That John should be that herald's name, And with prophetic utt'rance told His actions great and manifold. 3 His mighty deeds exalt his fame To greater than a prophet's name; Of woman-born shall never be A greater prophet than was he. Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

O Spirit of the Living God

Author: James Montgomery Hymnal: The Worshipbook #528 (1972) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 O Spirit of the living God, In all the fullness of your grace, Where'er the foot of man has trod, Descend on our rebellious race. 2 Give tongues of fire and hearts of love To preach the reconciling word; Give power and blessing from above, Whene'er the joyful sound is heard. 3 Be darkness, at your coming, light; Confusion, order in your path; Souls without strength inspire with might; Bid mercy triumph over wrath. 4 O Spirit of the Lord, prepare All the round earth her God to meet; And breathe abroad like morning air, Till hearts of stone begin to beat. 5 Baptize the nations; far and nigh The triumphs of the cross record; The name of Jesus glorify, Till every kindred call him Lord. Amen. Topics: Service for the Lord's Day Conclusion of Worship; Christian Year Pentecost; Other Observances Mission Scripture: Acts 2:3 Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

To Jordan Jesus Humbly Came

Author: Alan J. Hommerding, b. 1956 Hymnal: RitualSong (2nd ed.) #556 (2016) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Baptism of the Lord Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

If by Your Grace I Choose to Be

Author: Evelyn Maples, 1919-2007 Hymnal: Community of Christ Sings #587 (2013) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Calling and Vocation; Giftedness; God's Grace; Holy Spirit; Service; Worth of All Persons Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

My Song Forever Shall Record

Hymnal: Psalter Hymnal (Gray) #593 (1987) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 My song forever shall record the tender mercies of the Lord; your faithfulness will I proclaim, and every age shall know your name. 2 I sing of mercies that endure, forever builded firm and sure, of faithfulness that never dies, established changeless in the skies. 3 Almighty God, your lofty throne has justice for its cornerstone, and shining bright before your face are truth and love and boundless grace. 4 With blessing is the nation crowned whose people know the joyful sound; they in the light, O Lord, shall live, the light your face and favor give. 5 All glory unto God we yield, who is our constant help and shield; all praise and honor we will bring to you, the Holy One, our King. Topics: Doxologies; Society/Social Concerns; Doxologies; Heritage; Justice; Mercy; Nation; Society/Social Concerns Scripture: Psalm 89 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

On Jordan’s bank the Baptist’s cry

Author: C. Coffin (1676-1749); J. Chandler (1806-1876) Hymnal: Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #601 (1987) Topics: God's Church Doxology, Glory to God; Advent 3 The Forerunner Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW

Almighty God, thy lofty throne

Hymnal: Trinity Hymnal #619 (1961) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 Almighty God, thy lofty throne Has justice for its cornerstone, And shining bright before thy face Are truth and love and boundless grace. 2 With blessing is the nation crowned Whose people know the joyful sound; They in the light, O Lord, shall live, The light thy face and favor give. 3 Thy Name with gladness they confess, Exalted in thy righteousness; Their fame and might to thee belong, For in thy favor they are strong. 4 All glory unto God we yield, Jehovah is our Help and Shield; All praise and honor we will bring To Israel's Holy One, our King. Amen. Topics: The Church Covenant People; God Sovereignty of ; National Scripture: Psalm 89:14-18 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW