erse 1
God the Spirit guide and guardian
Windsped flame and hovering dove
Breath of life and voice of prophets
Sign of blessing power of love
Give to those who lead Your people
Fresh anointing of Your grace
Send them forth as bold apostles
To Your church in every place

Verse 2
Christ our Savior sovereign Shepherd
Word made flesh love crucified
Teacher healer suffering Servant
Friend of sinners foe of pride
In Your tending may all pastors
Learn and live a shepherd's care
Grant them courage and compassion
Shown through word and deed and prayer

Verse 3
Great Creator life bestower
Truth beyond all thought's recall
Fount of wisdom womb of mercy
Giving and forgiving all
As You know our strength and weakness
So may those the church exalts
Oversee her life steadfastly
Yet not overlook her faults

Verse 4
Triune God mysterious being
Undivided and diverse
Deeper than our minds can fathom
Greater than our creeds rehearse
Help us in our varied callings
Your full image to proclaim
That our ministries uniting
May give glory to Your name