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 our first fruits bring
The wealth of this good land
Of farm and market shop and home
Of mind and heart and hand
A world in need now summons us
To labor love and give
To make our life an offering
that others too may live
The church of Christ is calling us
To keep this end in view
A world redeemed your kingdom come
All life in Christ made new
With 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
