As saints of old their first-fruits brought
Of
orchard, flock, and field
To
God, the giver of all good,
The
source of bounteous yield;
So
we today first-fruits wold bring,
The
wealth of this good land,
Of
farm and market, shop and home,
Of
mind and heart and hand.
2
A
world in need now summons us
To
labor, love, and give;
To
make our life an offering
To
God, that all may live.
The
church of Christ is calling us
To
make the dream come true:
A
world redeemed by Christ-like love;
All
life in Christ made new.
3
In
gratitude and humble trust
We
bring our best today
To
serve Your cause and share Your love
With
all along life's way.
O
God, who gave Yourself to us
In
Jesus Christ Your Son,
Teach
us to give ourselves each day
Until
life's work is done.