Again as Evening's Shadow Falls

1Again, as evening's shadow falls,
We gather in these hallowed walls;
And vesper hymn and vesper prayer Rise mingling on the holy air.

2May struggling hearts that seek release Here find the rest of God's own peace;
And, strengthened here by hymn and prayer,
Lay down the burden and the care.

3O God, our light! to Thee we bow;
Within all shadows standest Thou;
Give deeper calm than night can bring;
Give sweeter songs than lips can sing.
Amen.