Now, the Hour of Worship O'er |
Hartman Schenck, 1680; German text
Now, the hour of worship o'er, Teaching, hearing, praying, singing, Let us gladly God adore, For His Word our praises bringing; For the rich repast He gave us Bless the Lord, who deigned to save us. | 2. Now the Blessing cheers our heart, By His grace to us extended. Let us joyfully depart; Be our souls to God commended. May His Spirit ever guide us And with all good gifts provide us! |
3. Bless our going out, we pray, Bless our entrance in like measure; Bless our bread, O Lord, each day, Bless our toil, our rest, our pleasure; Bless us when we reach death's portal, Bless us then with life immortal. |