Hymns for a Pilgrim People ‎#502

502. Forward through the Ages

1 Forward through the ages,
In unbroken line,
Move the faithful spirits
At the call divine.
Gifts in diff'ring measure,
Hearts of one accord,
Manifold the service,
One the sure reward;

Refrain:
Forward through the ages,
In unbroken line,
Move the faithful spirits
At the call divine.

2 Wider grows the kingdom,
Reign of love and light;
For it we must labor,
Till our faith is sight.
Prophets have proclaimed it,
Martyrs testified,
Poets sung its glory,
Heroes for it died. [Refrain]

3 Not alone we conquer,
Not alone we fall;
In each loss or triumph
Lose or triumph all.
Bound by God’s far purpose
In one living whole,
Move we on together
To the shining goal! [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Forward through the ages
• Title: Forward through the Ages
• Author: Frederick L. Hosmer, 1840-1929
• Refrain First Line: Forward through the ages
• Meter: 6.5.6.5 D with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2007
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 11:1
• Topic: Calling; Church; Communion of Saints; Evangelism; Fellowship; Heritage; Pilgrim / Pilgrimage

Tune Information

• Name: ST. GERTRUDE
• Composer: Arthur S. Sullivan, 1842-1900
• Meter: 6.5.6.5 D with Refrain
• Key: D Major