Holy Spi­rit, while we gather
At this consecrated hour,
We would ask Thy presence with us,
We would feel Thy quickening power.

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Holy Spi­rit, while we gather,
From our toil and labor free,
Rest upon us, dwell within us,
Close our hearts to all but Thee.

Blessèd Spi­rit, through Thy teaching,
While we read our Sav­ior’s word,
And with Him we hold communion,
May His loving voice be heard.

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O ’tis prayer that brings the blessing
When all other joys have flown,
Prayer that makes our burdens lighter,
Draws us near our Fa­ther’s throne.

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