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Faith of Our Fathers

Words and music by Frederick Faber & Henri Hemy · 1849

Key of G · 88 BPM · 3/4 · Trust,Mission · Hebrews 11:1

Verse 1

Faith of our fathers, living still in spite of dungeon, fire, and sword —
O how our hearts beat high with joy whene'er we hear that glorious word!

Chorus

Faith of our fathers, holy faith, we will be true to thee till death.

Verse 2

Faith of our fathers, we will strive To win all nations unto Thee; And through the truth that comes from God,
We all shall then be truly free. Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to thee till death.

Verse 3

Faith of our fathers, we will love Both friend and foe in all our strife; And preach Thee, too, as love
knows how By kindly words and virtuous life. Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to thee till death.

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