by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette
(to the tune of Finlandia)
O God of love, this is a time of turning—
A time of change, with conflict in the news.
For in our land, some mighty winds are churning;
There's much at stake, that we could gain or lose.
Loves sings out strong, yet fires of hate are burning;
O God of all, you call us all to choose.
O God of peace, we hear your gracious promise:
Your love can heal the hearts of humankind.
May we stand firm for truth and peace and justice;
May we leave fear and hatred far behind.
May we sing out, and—singing—be a witness,
And show resolve to work for what is kind.
O God of all, of immigrant and neighbor,
Of those in power--and of the refugee,
You give us all our common life and labor—
Our common hope, the peace we long to see.
God, may we turn and be made strong together.
May we seek justice, love and unity.