THESE children, Lord, in faith and prayer, We now present to Thee; May they redemption’s mercies share, And true salvation see.
Such helpless ones didst Thou embrace, While dwelling here below; To us and ours, O God of grace, The same compassion show.
In early days their hearts secure From worldly snares, we pray; O give them grace to persevere In every righteous way.
Before them may their parents live In godly faith and fear; Then, Lord, to Heaven their souls receive, And bring their children there.
Thomas Haweis, 1732-1820