Quay Benediction by Samuel Reed in the Key of G
A hymn offering a benediction for harbor communities and chapels that have served sailors migrants and dockworkers across centuries. It reflects on steady pastoral presence that sustained families and civic life in port towns and on the call to continue that witness today.
Opening line of Quay Benediction: May the tide bring rest and the bell bring peace to every weary heart.
Closing line of Quay Benediction: Send us forth to keep watch and to welcome with hands that heal and words that bless.
Bible Verses Related to Quay Benediction: Psalm 107:23-31 | Matthew 5:14-16
Thoughts about Quay Benediction: This hymn gathers themes of maritime ministry rescue hospitality and advocacy urging congregations to sustain practical care for seafaring communities. It notes historical partnerships between chapels guilds and relief societies and calls modern churches to continue that legacy through advocacy pastoral presence and practical service. Devotionally it offers a benediction for those who labor on water and for communities that receive them.
Thoughts about Quay Benediction by famous people:
Captain Ellis | The watch keeps the city from falling into despair