With sacred joy we lift our eyes

To those bright realms above,

That glorious temple in the skies,

Where dwells eternal Love.

2 Before the gracious throne we bow

Of heaven’s almighty King;

Here we present the solemn vow,

And hymns of praise we sing.

3 O Lord, while in thy house we kneel,

With trust and holy fear,

Thy mercy and thy truth reveal,

And lend a gracious ear.

4 With fervor teach our hearts to pray,

And tune our lips to sing;

Nor from thy presence cast away

The sacrifice we bring.