November 9, 2023
As Veterans Day approaches, Galilee wants to thank all the men and women in our congregation who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. God bless you and thank you for your service.
On Sunday, choir director Jordan Markwood sang a stirring rendition of “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” with alternate lyrics. Many of you asked to see those lyrics, which are reproduced here under a highlight video of Jordan’s performance.
“Battle Hymn of the Republic” (Arrangement by Mark Hayes, alternate lyrics by Tony Larsen)
Mine eyes have seen the glory of a world that soon may be.
I have dreamed a dream of peace and freedom for humanity.
I have heard the poor and hungry as they strive to be set free.
And Love goes marching on.
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! Glory, Glory, Hallelujah!
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! And Love goes marching on.
I have heard the pious platitudes, the words of love we’ve said–
And my brothers and my sisters yearning for their daily bread.
May my soul not rest within me, for my family’s not yet fed.
Our love goes marching on.
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! Glory, Glory, Hallelujah!
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! And Love goes marching on.
I have heard the guns of battle, and I’ve watched my brothers die.
I have seen abuse of women, and I’ve heard their children cry.
And I’ve asked myself, “Who’ll change the world?” and answered “You and I!”
Our love goes marching on.
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! Glory, Glory, Hallelujah!
Glory, Glory, Hallelujah! And Love goes marching on.