A traditional hymn for St Mungo’s Day
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Saint Thenew’s son, born poor on wint’ry shore,
Schooled by St Serf in Jesus’ saving lore,
He grew by all beloved.
By Molendinar stream he built that cell,
Where holiness and wisdom came to dwell
And all the joys of peace.
Great wonders by his holy hands were wrought;
By word and deed the pagan folk he taught,
And thus built up our Church.
Throughout long ages, both in peace and strife,
His sacred tomb has been the heart and life
And safeguard of our town.
Great saint, in glory now, at Jesus’ side,
Bless this dear city by the River Clyde,
Whose people love thee well.
O bring thy faithful children, Mungo blest,
To share with thee that endless, hallowed rest,
Where dwells the Triune God.