Author: John M. Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: Lutheran Book of Worship #367 (1978) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Topics: Dedication of a Church Lyrics: 1 Christ is made the sure foundation,
Christ, our head and cornerstone,
Chosen of the Lord and precious,
Binding all the Church in one;
Holy Zion's help forever
And our confidence alone.
2 To this temple where we call you,
Come, O Lord of hosts, and stay;
Come, with all your loving-kindness,
Hear your people as they pray;
And your fullest benediction
Shed within its walls today.
3 Grant, we pray, to all your faithful
All the gifts they ask to gain;
What they gain from you forever
With the blessed to retain;
And hereafter in your glory
Evermore with you to reign.
4 Praise and honor to the Father,
Praise and honor to the Son,
Praise and honor to the Spirit,
Ever three and ever one:
One in might and one in glory
While unending ages run! Languages: English Tune Title: EDEN CHURCH
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation