HYMN #1096 SSS #1096 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #1096: For Christ and the Church" let our voices ring

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

"For Christ and the Church" let our voices ring,
Let us honour the name of our own blessed King;
Let us work with a will in the strength of youth,
And loyally stand for the kingdom of truth.
For Christ, . . our dear Redeemer,
For Christ . . who died to save;
For the Church . . . His blood hath purchased;
Lord, make us pure and brave.

"For Christ and the Church" be our earnest prayer,
Let us follow His banner, the cross daily bear;
Let us yield, wholly yield, to the Spirit’s power,
And faithfully serve Him in life’s brightest hour.

"For Christ and the Church" willin offerings make,
Time and talents and gold for the dear Master’s sake;
We will render the best we can bring to Him,
The heart’s wealth of love, that will never grow dim.

"For Christ and the Church" let us cast aside,
By His conquering grace, chains of self, fear, and pride;
May our lives be enriched by an aim so grand;
Then happy the call to the Saviour’s right hand.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "For Christ and the Church" let our voices ring"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #1096 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 4 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: P.M.
Stanza Structure: 4 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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