God of our salvation, hear us;

Bless, O bless us, ere we go;

When we join the world, be near us,

Lest we cold and careless grow;

Saviour, keep us—

Keep us safe from every foe.

2 As our steps are drawing nearer

To the place we call our home,

May our view of heaven grow clearer,

Hope more bright of joys to come;

And when dying,

May thy presence cheer the gloom.