Author:		John H. Yates, 1837-1900
Musician:		Dimitri S. Bortniansky, 1751-1825, alt.

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Holy Spirit, lead us now
Boldly to the throne of grace;
While our heads in prayer we bow,
Let Thy presence fill this place;
Holy Spirit, Heav'nly Guide,
Lead us to the Crucified!

This is now our time of need,
This is now the day of grace;
Now our souls with manna feed,
Ere we leave this sacred place:
Holy Spirit, Heav'nly Dove,
Lead us to the feast of love!

At the blessed mercy seat,
Peace and joy are freely giv'n;
While we wait at Jesus' feet,
Make this place the gate of heav'n;
Holy Spirit, Heav'nly Friend,
Now upon our hearts descend!

Weak and sinful though we be,
Jesus' blood can cleanse from sin;
At the Fountain full and free,
Wash and make us pure within:
Holy Spirit, Cleansing Fire,
Burn up ev'ry base desire