You give us hope this Easter Day:
O God, in Christ, you make us new!
As we've been blessed, O Lord, we pray,
May these our gifts bless others, too.

When people flee from drought or storm,
When children cry, in need of bread —
May these our gifts keep victims warm
And see that hungry ones are fed.

When workers suffer, long-oppressed,
When neighbors seek to organize,
When those abused weep in distress —
May these our gifts change people's lives.

When churches seek to tend the earth,
When gardens grow on urban lands —
May these our gifts provide new birth,
Clear-flowing waters, helping hands.

O gracious God, you give us life!
This gift is one we're called to share.
May we now serve the risen Christ
Through these our gifts of love and care.