As saints of old

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1.
As saints of old their firstfruits brought
of orchard, flock, and field
to God, the giver of all good,
the source of bounteous yield,
so we today firstfruits would bring,
the wealth of this good land,
of farm and market, shop and home,
of mind and heart and hand.

2.
A world in need now summons us
to labor, love, and give,
to make our life an offering
to God, that all may live.  
The church of Christ is calling us
to make the dream come true:  
a world redeemed by Christ-like love;
all life in Christ made new.

3.
In gratitude and humble trust
we bring our best today
to serve your cause and share your love
with all along life's way.  
O God, who gave yourself to us
in Jesus Christ your Son,
teach us to give ourselves each day
until life's work is done.

Words:  Frank von Christierson, Ten New Stewardship Hymns, 1961, alt.
                    Text copyright © 1961, renewal 1989 The Hymn Society
   Tune:  Leland B. Sateren, 1963, Sing!, 1970
                    Music copyright © 1963 Augsburg Fortress

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