Father of the human race,

Sanction with thy heavenly grace

What on earth hath now been done,

That these twain be truly one.

2 One in sickness and in health,

One in poverty and wealth,

And as year rolls after year,

Each to other still more dear.

3 One in purpose, one in heart,

Till the mortal stroke shall part;

One in cheerful piety,

One for ever, Lord, with thee.