Saint Nicholas 18th century St Nicholas Center Collection

Wonderworker, friend of children,
     sailors hail the name;
Nicholas, the victor glorious,
     help us learn the way
To be instruments of care,
     our lives declare
     your faith and prayer.

Helping poor, restoring goodness,
     first to reconcile;
"Nicholas," the people clamour,
     "never leave our side,
Yours the mighty deeds,
     the gifts, the works of love,
     O wondrous bliss."

Gracious saint, our friend and brother,
     strong in zeal and power,
Now we celebrate with wonder,
     all that you have done,
Still your fame and story blend,
     as you befriend,
     to give us joy.

And at Christmas blessed Nicholas
     help us see the way,
to reach Bethlehem with gladness,
     and in awe adore
that with you we may fulfill
     God's holy will
     and love yet more.

Text: J M Rosenthal
Tune: Guiting Power 85 85 79

Copyright © 2006 J M Rosenthal, used by permission