429. Faith of Our Fathers

1 Faith of our fathers! living still
In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword;
O how our hearts beat high with joy
when e'er we hear that glorious word!
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

2 Faith of our fathers! faith and prayer
Have kept our country brave and free;
And through the truth that comes from God
Her children have true liberty.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

3 Faith of our fathers! we will strive
To win all nations unto thee;
And through the truth that comes from God
Mankind shall then be truly free.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

4 Faith of our fathers! we will love
Both friend and foe in all our strife;
And preach thee, too, as love knows how
By kindly words and virtuous life.
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

Text Information
First Line: Faith of our fathers! living still
Title: Faith of Our Fathers
Author: Frederick W. Faber, 1814-1863
Meter: 88.88.88.
Language: English
Publication Date: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: The Christian Life: Faith and Assurance; Faith; Family (2 more...)
Tune Information
Name: ST. CATHERINE
Composer: Henri F. Hemy, 1818-1888
Adapter: James G. Walton, 1821-1905
Meter: 88.88.88.
Key: A♭ Major



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