Jesus, Friend, so kind and gentle,
Little
ones we bring to Thee:
Grant
to them Thy dearest blessing,
Let
Thine arms around them be;
Now
enfold them in Thy goodness,
From
all danger keep them free.
2
Thou
who did receive the children
To
Thyself so tenderly,
Give
to all who teach and guide them
Wisdom
and humility.
Vision
true to keep them noble,
Love
to serve them faithfully.