Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) ‎#566b

566b. Children of the heavenly king

1 Children of the heavenly King,
as you journey, sweetly sing;
sing your saviour's worthy praise,
glorious in his works and ways.

2 We are travelling home to God
in the way our fathers trod;
they are happy now, and we
soon their happiness shall see.

3 Lift your eyes and walk in light —
God's own city is in sight;
there our endless home shall be,
there our Lord we soon shall see.

4 Never fear, but boldly stand
on the borders of your land;
Christ, the everlasting Son,
gives you strength to journey on.

5 Lord, obediently we go,
gladly leaving all below;
Master, be our guide indeed —
we shall follow where you lead.

Text Information

• First Line: Children of the heavenly king
• Author: J. Cennick (1718-1755)
• Meter: 7 7 7 7
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1987
• Topic: God's Church: The Church Triumphant, Heaven; Last Sunday after Pentecost: Citizens of Heaven

Tune Information

• Name: INNOCENTS
• Meter: 7 7 7 7
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: The Parish Choir 1850
• Notes: Alternative tune: MELLING (566a)