Giver of the perfect gift

Verse 1

Giver of the perfect gift, only hope of human race, hear the prayer our hearts uplift trembling at thy throne of grace.

Verse 2

Though the accusing voice within speaks of many a wrong to thee, thou canst cleanse from every sin, thou canst set the conscience free.

Verse 3

Who can save us, Lord, but thou? Let thy mercy show thy power. Lo, we plead thy promise now, now, in this accepted hour.

Verse 4

Oh! may these our Lenten days, blest by thee, with thee be passed, that with purer, nobler praise we may keep thy feast at last.

Verse 5

God the holy trinity, grant the mercy we implore; God the One, all praise to thee through the ages evermore.