In the terrifying dark of night’s lengthening shadows, we tremble

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the frigid winter wind, we pray

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the howling wind that rips away our hope, we whimper

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the hiding corners of hurting homes, we ask

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the bitterness of friends betrayed, we plead

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the ache of love forgotten, we wander

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the pain of wounds unhealed, we cry

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In the thin comfort of tree, hearth, and blanket, we wait:

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.

May the hearts of men bend their knees

   To your eternal reign.

May our spirits join in peace and amity

   For the good of one another.

May our hearts rejoice even in the bitter night

   With the expectation of joy.

May the hope of a waxing sun look forward

   To an empty grave.

May the love of the table spread beyond as we all sing

   Come quickly, Lord Jesus.