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May 12, 2005
An Air Force Tradition: A Hymn to the Protector of our Souls
As a courtesy to friends visiting Stones Cry Out to read our defense of the Christian voices at the Air Force Academy, and especially for the Americans for the Separation of Church and State, here are the lyrics to the Air Force Hymn, which are best followed by listening to this vocal presentation of this plea to the Lord.
Lord guard and guide the men who fly, Through the great spaces of the sky, Be with them traversing the air, Through darkening storms and sunshine fair. Amen.
And for no additional charge, here’s the Navy Hymn, too.
You’ll particularly love this stanza:
Oh Trinity of love and pow'r,
Our brethren shield in danger's hour,
From rock and tempest, fire and foe,
Protect them where so e'er they go.
THE NAVY HYMN (ETERNAL FATHER)Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep,
Its own appointed limits keep.Oh hear us when we cry to Thee,
For those in peril on the sea! Amen.Eternal Father, lend Thy grace
To those with wings who fly thro' space,
Thro wind and storm, thro' sun and rain,
Oh bring them safely home again.
Oh Father, hear a humble prayer,
For those in peril in the air! Amen.Oh Trinity of love and pow'r,
Our brethren shield in danger's hour,
From rock and tempest, fire and foe,
Protect them where so e'er they go.Thus evermore shall rise to Thee
Glad hymns of praise from land and sea! Amen.
Posted by Jim at May 12, 2005 05:15 PM
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Troublemaker! *L* Excellent.
Posted by: The Editors, American Federalist Journal at May 12, 2005 10:19 PM
If the Army and the Navy,
Ever gaze on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded,
By United State Marines.
Posted by: tgharris at May 13, 2005 04:20 PM
The link to the Air Force hymn doesn't work
Posted by: Trace at October 19, 2005 01:54 AM
In defense of the Christian voice in the military, you should also take a look at the Marine Prayer and an item called The Final Inspection. Both are examples of the faith and beliefs that most military personnel have. By the way, to those who serve and protect our country, thank you!
Posted by: Vicky Alley at June 21, 2006 07:24 AM