The Port of Peace

Verse 1

Where, O where is yon vessel going, See her now on the waters blue; All her sails in the breeze are floating, Hear the song of her gallant crew.

Chorus

Haste on board, ‘tis the Captain calling; We are waiting, we are waiting; Precious souls we are bearing onward, Joyful to the port of peace, Joyful to the blessed port of peace.

Verse 2

Millions now to that vessel flocking, Young and old on the deck they stand; Yet there’s room and a hearty welcome, Passage free to the promised land.

Verse 3

Praise the Lord, ‘tis the old ship Zion, Jesus is her Captain’s name; Colors bright from her mast are flying, We have heard of her noble fame.

Verse 4

Quick! on board, she has weigh’d her anchor, Quick! on board, for the wind is fair; World, adieu, we are sailing onward, Heaven’s our home, and our hearts are there.