My Father, do I dare to pray.

Into my soul thy might infusing,

Strengthening my spirit by thine own;

Help me, all other aid refusing,

To cling to thee, and thee alone.

And O in my exceeding weakness

Make thy strength perfect; thou art strong:

Aid me to do thy will with meekness,

Thou to whom all my powers belong.

O let me feel that thou art near me;