Church-Bells

(Adapted from the German of Froebel. Air: “The Bells of Aberdovey”)

Through the window, sunbeams bright Fill the church with radiant light. Now the doors wide open throw, That we into church may go.

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! Oh, lovely things to us ’twill tell, As we walk to church together.

In the church so calm, so still, Gentlest thoughts our heart must fill. Lifted high, our spirit learns Why with holy love it burns.

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! etc.

And we learn of Him who gives Light and joy to all that lives: He whose tender love and mild Watches over every child.

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! etc.

He who made the forest fair, And the flowers that blossom there, Gave the bird its airy wings, Gave the joyful song it sings.

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! etc.

And we learn of Jesus mild, He the pure and sinless child, Sent that children all may know How a child in grace may grow.

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! etc.

Now the organ’s solemn voice Joins the bell, and both rejoice. Children, join the song of love! Raise your hearts to Heaven above!

Chorus. Ding-dong! ding-dong! hark, the bell! etc.