Christian rise and a

hearts around thee sink with care;

thou canst help their load to bear;

thou canst bring inspiring light,

arm their faltering wills to fight.

let thine aims be hope and joy,

and thy worship god’s employ;

give him thanks in humble zeal,

learning all his will to feel.

come, then law divine, and reign;

freest faith assailed in vain,

perfect love bereft of fear,

born in heaven and radiant here.