Lead us with Thy gentle sway,

As a willing child is led;

Speed us on our upward way,

As a pilgrim, Lord, is sped,

Who with prayers and helps divine

Seeks a consecrated shrine.

Lead us, Father! Thou dost know

All the way; but, wanderers, we

Often miss our way below,

And stretch out our hands to Thee;

Guide us, save us, and prepare

Our appointed mansion there!