Sovereign and transforming grace

Verse 1

Sovereign and transforming Grace, we invoke your quickening power; Reign the spirit of this place, bless the purpose of this hour.

Verse 2

Holy and creative Light, we invoke your kindling ray; Dawn upon our spirit's night, as the darkness turns to day.

Verse 3

To the anxious soul impart hope, all other hopes above; Stir the dull and hardened heart with a longing and a love.

Verse 4

Work in all; in all renew, day by day, the life divine; All our wills to you subdue, all our hearts to you incline.