Change us, God, into the likeness (hymn) – for times of debate and decision

Change us, God, into the likeness 

of yourself, through perfect grace; 

let your loving faith unite us, 

till in each we see your face.



If you are our common parent 

in whose image we are made, 

then our varied traits, our being, 

in your person are displayed.



In your presence all are welcome, 

welcome, just as we are formed, 

and where prejudice divides us 

let our vision be reformed.



In the tension of deciding 

may your gracious spirit lend 

openness and understanding, 

help our enmity to end.



Andrew Pratt 24/4/2021 Written in response to the Chester & Stoke on Trent Methodist Synod discussion on the report ‘God in Love Unites Us’.

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Metre: 8.7.8.7

Tune: CHAPEL BRAE (Singing the Faith 610); LOVE DIVINE (Stainer)