Our Lady - Shelter of the Word

Mary, crowned with living light,
Temple of the Lord,
Place of peace and holiness,
Shelter of the Word.

Mystery of sinless life
In our fallen race
Free from shadow, you reflect
Plenitude of grace.

Virgin-Mother of our God,
Lift us when we fall,
Who were named upon the Cross
Mother of us all.

Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,
Heaven sings your praise;
Mary magnifies your name
Through eternal days.

Music: Gossner's Choralbuch, Leipzig, 1882
Text: Stanbrook Abbey