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A hymn at the time of Hurricane Katrina

God of Creation

Herzliebster Jesu 11.11.11.5 ("Ah, Holy Jesus")

God of creation, We have seen the horror—
Great devastation, Overwhelming sorrow!
Hear now your people— Homes and loved ones taken—
Feeling forsaken.

Christ of compassion, You who calmed the rough sea—
Hurricane crashing, We prayed for your mercy!
Comfort your people! Hold them close, now giving
Hope for their living.

Give to your children Food to end their hunger,
Clean water’s blessing, News of those they long for!
And by your Spirit, Use our gifts and labors
To help our neighbors.

Biblical references: Genesis 1, Psalm 13, Matthew 8:23-27, 25:31-46; Luke 10:25-37

Tune: Johann Cruger, 1640

Carolyn Winfrey Gillette gives permission for the hymn’s free use by churches that support the relief efforts of Presbyterian Disaster Assistance. Carolyn Winfrey Gillette and Bruce Gillette are pastors at Limestone Presbyterian Church, 3201 Limestone Road, Wilmington, Delaware 19808-2198. Carolyn is the author of Gifts of Love: New Hymns for Today’s Worship (Geneva Press, 2000).

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