THE MODEL CHURCH

1

How beautiful that Church must be

Where Watchful is the Porter,

While Prudence has the oversight,

And Patience the exhorter.

Where Harmony conducts the praise,

And Reverence the worship,

Where Loyalty ascribes to Christ

The undisputed Lordship.

2

Humility pervades the place,

And Piety sweet smileth.

Where Purity her fragrance breathes,

And Gentleness beguileth.

Simplicity adorns the walls,

And Grace all captivating

Benevolence is prominent

While Zeal is operating.

3

Here Mercy wears her diadem,

And Meekness conquers friction,

While Truth exerts its influence,

Joy adds its benediction.

Here Righteousness is placed on guard,

And Faith is ever active;

While Goodness evermore abounds

And Christ is all attractive.

4

O Lord! Restore Thy Church to this

Her primitive position

And let us taste on earth the bliss

Of this divine condition.

Writer Unknown.