Holy patron, thee saluting
English
Primary Scripture: Matthew 1:16-24
Verse 1
Holy patron, thee saluting Here we meet, with hearts sincere; Blest Saint Joseph, all uniting, Call on thee to hear our prayer.
Chorus
Happy saint, in bliss adoring Jesus, Savior of humankind, Hear thy children thee imploring, May we thy protection find.
Verse 2
Thou who faithfully attended Him whom heav'n and earth adore; Who with pious care defended Mary, Virgin ever pure.
Chorus
Happy saint, in bliss adoring Jesus, Savior of humankind, Hear thy children thee imploring, May we thy protection find.
Verse 3
May our fervent pray'rs ascending, Move thee for our souls to plead; May thy smile of peace descending, Benedictions on us shed.
Chorus
Happy saint, in bliss adoring Jesus, Savior of humankind, Hear thy children thee imploring, May we thy protection find.
Verse 4
Through this life, O watch around us! Fill with love our ev'ry breath, And, when parting fear surrounds us, Guide us through the toils of death.
Chorus
Happy saint, in bliss adoring Jesus, Savior of humankind, Hear thy children thee imploring, May we thy protection find.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- matthew 1:16-24
Reference 2
- matthew 2:13-19
Reference 3
- matthew 13:55
Reference 4
- luke 2:4
Reference 5
- john 1:45
Reference 6
- john 6:42