Bartholomew

(one verse introduction)

Saints of God! O, Jesu's people
Age to age your glory tell;
In God's name for us you labored,
Now in bliss eternal dwell.

Twelve Apostles Christ anointed,
Sent to all both poor and great,
They proclaimed the Gospel message,
True to their apostolate.

On this feast, most holy Creator,
Praise we Christ and praise we you,
And we praise the Holy Spirit,
For the life of Bartholomew.