Tune: Westminster Abbey
(\'Christ is made the sure foundation\')
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Noble edifice outstanding
From you myriad praises ring
Fifty years, nine centuries standing* (*950 years)
Countless voices from you sing
Dedicated to God\'s service
House of God, fine place of bliss
Built of stone of wise men\'s crafting
Skills brought, talents, everything
To employ with humble hearts free
That to God the glory be
Here in wonder, joy, amazement
Gaze we still with sweet content
Christ that spiritual stone belongs
Corner-stone for building strong
We His people built upon Him
Polished stones shine bright, ne\'er dim
Living stones of living temple
Stand firm, solid, none shall fall
Bright the new Jerusalem shines
Heavenly city with pleasant lines* (*boundaries)
Here on earth in our aspiring
We that city seek for, long
\'Til we there for everlasting
Worship you our heavenly King