Author: Louis Fitzgerald Benson, 1855-1930 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #549 (1997) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Scripture: Psalm 145:18 Lyrics: 1 For the bread which you have broken,
for the wine which you have poured,
for the words which you have spoken,
now we give you thanks, O Lord.
2 By this promise that you love us,
by your gift of peace restored,
by the call to heaven above us,
hallow all our lives, O Lord.
3 With the holy ones before you,
feasting on your grace outpoured,
may the church now waiting for you
keep love's tie unbroken, Lord.
4 In your service, Lord, defend us;
in our hearts keep watch and ward;
in the world where now you send us,
may your kingdom come, O Lord.
Topics: Communion of Saints; Holy / Holiness; Jesus Christ Kingship / Reign; Mission; Peace; Promise; Sacraments and Ordinances Communion; Servant / Service Languages: English Tune Title: OMNI DIE
For the bread which you have broken