C. M.
In thee the fatherless findeth mercy.
Hos. 14:3.
O gracious Lord, whose mercies rise
Above our utmost need,
Incline thine ear unto our cry,
And hear the orphan plead.
2 Bereft of all a mother’s love,
And all a mother’s care,
Lord, whither shall we flee for help?
To whom direct our prayer?