A Hymn for St. Nicholas Day
Words by James M. Rosenthal, copyright 1999
Suggested Tune (87.87.87) such as Regent Square UMH 220, 304

1 Good Saint Nicholas of Myra
deeds and legends tell of his fame;
Saintly bishop, friend of children,
Bari pilgrims chant the name.

Refrain: Blessed Nicholas, Blessed Nicholas who loved all in Jesus' name

2 Miracles and signs and wonders
he performed to praise the Lord;
For a poor and weary people,
source of care and joy outpoured.

3 Sailors, nations, people thank him
for the message that he brought;
Young and old now hail his memory,
Of the lessons that he taught.

4 May his ways of true devotion
guide us on our earthly way;
Challenge us to be more like him,
as Christ's gospel we obey.

5 Father, Son and Holy Spirit
bind us in community,
so that we with Holy Nicholas
may eternal glory see.

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