Christian children, Advent bids you

(one verse introduction)

Christian children, Advent bids you
meet the Christ along your way.
Watch, for now the night is waning,
soon will come the dawn of day.

Christian children, Jesus bids you
daily pray "Your kingdom come."
Watch and wait for Christ's appearing,
reaching out to lead you home.

Christian children, God anoints you
with the Spirit from above.
Watch and let your hearts be burning
with the fires of faith and love.

Words: Esther Wiglesworth (19thC)
Music: Melbourne Hall
Meter: 87 87
Sequence: Cathouse Pandemonium, Ltd.