Church of God, Elect, and

Glorious
Church of God, elect and
glorious,
holy nation, chosen race;
called as God's own
special people,
royal priests and heirs of
grace:
know the purpose of your
calling,
show to all his mighty
deeds;
tell of love which knows
no limits,
grace which meets all
human needs.
God has called you out of
darkness
into his most marvellous
light;
brought his truth to life
within you,
turned your blindness
into sight.
 Let your light so shine
around you
that God's name is
glorified;
and all find fresh hope
and purpose
in Christ Jesus crucified.
 Once you were an alien
people,
strangers to God's heart
of love;
but he brought you home
in mercy,
citizens of heaven above.
 Let his love flow out to
others,
let them feel a Father's
care;
that they too may know
his welcome
and his countless
blessings share.
Church of God, elect and
holy,
be the people he intends;
strong in faith and swift
to answer
each command your
master sends:
royal priests, fulfil your
calling
through your sacrifice
and prayer;
give your lives in joyful
service
sing his praise, his love
declare.
Lord, we gather today
 Lord, we gather today,
In Your house we kneel
down and pray.
We ask for your mercy as
we open our hearts To
receive your forgiveness
O Lord.
 Lord, we lift to you,
All these gifts we offer for
your glory.
We will eat this living
bread,
We will drink this saving
cup And feel your
presence O Lord.
 As we offer this bread
And as we bring you this
wine, Bless them Lord Jesus
feed us now, give us life.
Send us your spirit the
source of our lives And
together we will serve you
with love.
How lovely is your
dwelling place
 How lovely is your
dwelling place, O Lord,
Mighty God, Lord of all
 Even the lowly sparrow
finds a home for her brood,
and the swallow, a nest for
herself
where she may lay her
young
in your altars, my King
and my God.
 How lovely is your
dwelling place, O Lord,
Mighty God, Lord of all
 Blessed are they whose
dwelling is your own,
Lord of peace.
blest are they refreshed by
springs and by rain
when dryness daunts and
scathes.
behold my shield, my king
and my God.
 How lovely is your
dwelling place, O Lord,
Mighty God, Lord of all
 I would forsake a thousand
other days anywhere
if I could spend one day in your
courts,
belong to you alone.
my strength are you alone,
my Glory, my King and my
God.
 How lovely is your
dwelling place, O Lord,
Mighty God, Lord of all