For the beauty of the earth,

For the beauty of the skies,

For the Love which from our birth

Over and around us lies:

Christ, our God, to Thee we raise

This our Sacrifice of Praise.

Original text from 1864 of Folliott S. Pierpoint’s hymn “For the Beauty of the Earth”

When I go to be with the Lord I want this Eucharistic hymn, my favorite hymn, sung at my passing. I want to raise a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to the King of Heaven and earth.

There is much to give thanks for…

Horicon Marsh 7:30 AM
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Horicon Marsh mid morning
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Horicon Marsh w/cloud cover
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Horicon Marsh photosynthetic algae
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Horicon Marsh hiking trail
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For the Beauty of the Earth – John Rutter