Ordination.

WITH joy we own thy servant, Lord, Thy minister below, Ordain'd to spread thy truth abroad, That all thy name may know.

O may he now, and ever keep His eye intent on thee: Do thou, great Shepherd of the sheep, His bright example be.

With plenteous grace his heart prepare To execute thy will; And give him patience, love, and care And faithfulness and skill.

Inflame his mind with ardent zeal, Thy flock to feed and teach: And let him live, and let him feel, The truths he's call'd to preach.

As showers refresh the thirsty plain, So let his labors prove: By him extend thy righteous reign— The reign of truth and love.