We lay down this foundation, Lord

in Thy name, Our Lord Jesus Christ

We beseech Thee our dear Saviour

Keep this holy place in Thy care.

And when these Thy people seek Thee

And sinners seek Thee in this house

Hear, Almighty from heav’n above

O Lord our God, forgive their sins.

When Thy ministers preach the Word

The gospel of Jesus Thy Son,

Almighty God, in Thy great name

Wrought our wonderful miracles.

And when the little children sing

Their hymns of praise unto their King

Let angels join them in His praise

And earth and heav'n lend their chorus.

Jehovah will Thou dwell with us

In this our wicked, sinful world?

Jesus Christ will Thou be our King?

Holy Ghost will Thou find rest here?

May Thy glory never depart

From this house that we are building

Make Thy kingdom within our hearts

And establish Thy throne within.