Benediction
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
—John 14:27 (NIV)
Today’s musical benediction is a Gaelic blessing of peace that first appeared in an 1895 novel, but was then adapted and expanded by English composer John Rutter in 1978.
Deep peace of the running wave to you
Deep peace of the flowing air to you
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you
Deep peace of the shining stars to you
Deep peace of the gentle night to you
Moon and stars pour their healing light on you
Deep peace of Christ the light of the world to you
SONG OF BENEDICTION: Gaelic Blessing