Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts,
The Fount of life, The Light of men,
From the best bliss that earth imparts,
We turn unfilled to You again.
Your truth unchanged has ever stood,
You save all those that on You call;
To them that seek You, You are good,
To them that find You, all in all.
We taste You, O Thou living Bread,
And long to feast upon You still;
We drink of You, the Fountainhead,
Our thirst to quench, our souls to fill.
Our restless spirits yearn for You,
Where’er our changeful lot is cast;
Glad when Your gracious smile we see,
Blest when our faith can hold You fast.
O Jesus, ever with us stay,
Make all our moments calm and bright;
Chase the dark night of sin away,
Shed o’er the world Your holy light.