575 Gracious Savior, gentle Shepherd,

1 Gracious Savior, gentle Shepherd, Children all are dear to Thee; Gathered with Thine arms, and carried In Thy bosom may we be; Sweetly, fondly, safely tended, From all want and danger free. 2 Tender Shepherd, never leave us From Thy fold to go astray; By Thy look of love directed, May we walk the narrow way; Thus direct us, and protect us, Lest we fall an easy prey. 3 Cleanse our hearts from sinful folly, In the stream Thy love supplied, Mingled stream of blood and water, Flowing from Thy wounded side; And to heavenly pastures lead us, Where Thine own still waters glide. 4 Let Thy holy word instruct us; Guide us daily by its light; Let Thy love and grace constrain us To approve whate'er is right, Take Thine easy yoke, and wear it, Strengthened with Thy heavenly might. 5 Taught to lisp the holy praises Which on earth Thy children sing, Both with lips and hearts unfeigned, May we our thank-offerings bring; Then with all the saints in glory Join to praise our Lord and King.