SAINTS, St. John Baptist De La Salle

Glorious Patron

Sr. Mercedes
J. Lewis Browne

1.
Glorious Patron! Low before Thee
Kneel Thy sons, with hearts aflame!
And out voices blend in music,
Singing praises to thy name.
Saint John Baptist! Glorious Patron!
Saint La Salle we sound thy fame.

2.
Loyal to our Queen and Mother,
At her feet didst vow thy heart,
Earth, and all its joys, forsaking,
Thou didst choose the better part.
Saint La Salle, our glorious Father,
Pierce our souls with love's one dart.

3.
Model of the Christian teacher!
Patron of the Christian youth!
Lead us all to heights of glory,
As we strive in earnest ruth.
Saint La Salle! Oh, guard and guide use,
As we spread afar the Truth!

4.
In this life of sin and sorrow,
Saint La Salle, oh, guide our way,
In the hour of dark temptation,
Father! Be our spirit's stay!
Take our hand and lead us homeward,
Saint La Salle, to Heav'ns bright day!

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