These are the lyrics to a hymn which I created in collaboration with a fellow parishioner of Orleans United Church, Dave Eagles – he did the music; I did the lyrics. It is a take off from a poem I wrote in December 2016. The hymn was finalised in 2018 and later sung at OUC. The inspiration was advent during the Christmas season but I wanted something that was year round in speaking to hope, peace, joy and love.
Brightening our day from wherever we are,
Hope twinkles and shines like a morning star.
Guiding the path we have chosen to take,
Hope is the beacon, keeping our spirit awake.
Contentment and serenity come from our soul,
As peace we receive, making each of us whole.
Friendship will grow in this space we all share,
And peace will be with us in trust and in prayer.
Celebrating life and helping us thrive,
Joy’s like the sun which keeps us alive.
Radiant and sparkling to all those around,
Joy gives us cause to make beautiful sound.
Source of compassion and reason to care,
Love makes the difference, if only we dare.
The greatest of gifts that completes everyone,
Love basks in the truth, and honours the One.
We celebrate hope, as it draws us to You,
Sharing our peace with those needing it too.
Joy fills our hearts, as we sing out again,
Putting love into action in Your name,
Amen.