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542. Jesus, Friend So Kind

1 Jesus, Friend, so kind and gentle,
Little ones we bring to Thee:
Grant to them Thy dearest blessing,
Let Thine arms around them be;
Now enfold them in Thy goodness,
From all danger keep them free.

2 Thou who did receive the children
To Thyself so tenderly,
Give to all who teach and guide them
Wisdom and humility.
Vision true to keep them noble,
Love to serve them faithfully.

Text Information
First Line: Jesus, Friend, so kind and gentle
Title: Jesus, Friend So Kind
Author: Philip E. Gregory (1886-1974)
Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7.
Publication Date: 1985
Topic: Christan Life: Guidance
Tune Information
Name: TENDER SONG (Hooper)
Composer: Wayne Hooper (1920-2007) (1984)
Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7.
Incipit: 11127 11127 12312
Key: F Major or modal
Copyright: Music copyright © 1984 by Wayne Hooper.


Text Information:

Words by permission of Denalde M. Gregory.


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