Author: Samuel Gilman Hymnal: The Hymnal of The Evangelical United Brethren Church #327 (1957) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 This child we dedicate to Thee,
O God of grace and purity!
Shield it from sin and threatening wrong,
And let Thy love its life prolong.
2 O may Thy Spirit gently draw
Its willing soul to keep Thy law;
May virtue, piety, and truth,
Dawn even with its dawning youth.
3 We, too, before Thy gracious sight,
Once shared the blest baptismal rite,
And would renew its solemn vow
With love, and thanks, and praises now.
4 Grant that, with true and faithful heart,
We still may act the Christian’s part,
Follow the path the Master trod,
And ever do Thy will, O God.
Amen. Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15 Tune Title: ZEPHYR
This Child We Dedicate to Thee