Tears and Celebration

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We see tears and celebration
For this life so dignified
Bearing thanks and hearts of sadness
To the God of death and life
As he takes her to his promise
Of an audience with the King
We remember all she gave us
Wreaths of gratitude we bring

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In these days of change and trial
Be the rock on which we stand
When we fear in this new season
Hold us firmly in your hands
May we rise to her example
To be humble, kind and fair
Swift to pray and slow to anger
Choosing faith and not despair

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In the midst of coronation
She once knelt in silent prayer
Oil was poured in Christ’s commission
Called to lead her people there
May we know that same anointing
Move in royal authority
Then speak liberty and healing
To a world in need of peace

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Lord forgive, when pride and envy
Leave our nation bruised and stained
Turn us back towards our calling
To make your name great again
May we rise above divisions
Lord, our brokenness we bring
That a more united kingdom
Would give glory to the King

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When our days are at their dimming
And our work on earth is done
May we hear as does our sovereign
“Faithful servant, welcome home”
May we rise with Christ to witness
A new heav’n and earth displayed
Ours a robe that will not tarnish
Hers a crown that will not fade

{Alternate Verse 4 for Commonwealth}
We beheld her sure compassion
For the last and for the least
Straddling races, tribes and nations
Forging bonds of family
May this commonwealth now echo
The wide kingdom of our King
Reconciled through Christ who suffered
All our stories we will bring