We thank Thee, O Lord,
for eyes to see a world
which though fallen is still
in so many ways
so beautiful.
Even more, Lord of light,
we thank Thee
for what a soul attuned
to Thy Spirit
can behold.
Above all sights, Father,
grant that with the inner eye
we may see Thee
as Thou art,
that we may serve Thee
with deep and abiding joy.
Continue to give us light
that we may hold fast our confession,
that through Christ
we may live in the light,
gladly rejoicing in the One
who is Light Eternal.