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Gift of Faith
Hymn composed by
Mary BuckleyContextual information
As originally written, the lyrics of this song began, “I have no gift of faith” — meaning that even without what we usually call “faith” we can still marvel at and partake in the wonders of life. Judy Fjell asked my permission to change “no” to “this” (gift of faith) for UU and concert purposes. I agreed, and gave the same permission for Sing Out Love.
As originally written, the lyrics of this song began, “I have no gift of faith” — meaning that even without what we usually call “faith” we can still marvel at and partake in the wonders of life. Judy Fjell asked my permission to change “no” to “this” (gift of faith) for UU and concert purposes. I agreed, and gave the same permission for Sing Out Love.
Tune Name
[Gift of Faith]
Tune Name
Text Meter
Irregular
10.9.10.9
Song Composer
Mary BuckleyHymn Arranger
Composer Background information
Mary Buckley (she/her) is a singer/songwriter who lives near Ukiah, Mendocino County, CA.
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Lyricist Background information
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Arranger Website LinkLyrics
I have this gift of faith.
I will return to dust.
But one thing I have learned,
When all else fails, trust.
Life goes on.
The dust will be reborn.
The dance of life goes on.
We may not be here long,
But we have joined the song.
Life goes on.
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