502. Forward through the Ages

1 Forward through the ages,
In unbroken line,
Move the faithful spirits
At the call divine.
Gifts in diff'ring measure,
Hearts of one accord,
Manifold the service,
One the sure reward;

Refrain:
Forward through the ages,
In unbroken line,
Move the faithful spirits
At the call divine.

2 Wider grows the kingdom,
Reign of love and light;
For it we must labor,
Till our faith is sight.
Prophets have proclaimed it,
Martyrs testified,
Poets sung its glory,
Heroes for it died. [Refrain]

3 Not alone we conquer,
Not alone we fall;
In each loss or triumph
Lose or triumph all.
Bound by God’s far purpose
In one living whole,
Move we on together
To the shining goal! [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Forward through the ages
Title: Forward through the Ages
Author: Frederick L. Hosmer, 1840-1929
Refrain First Line: Forward through the ages
Meter: 6.5.6.5 D with Refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2007
Scripture:
Topic: Calling; Church; Communion of Saints (4 more...)
Tune Information
Name: ST. GERTRUDE
Composer: Arthur S. Sullivan, 1842-1900
Meter: 6.5.6.5 D with Refrain
Key: D Major



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