happy the home

happy the home when god is there,
and love fills every breast;
when one their wish, and one their prayer,
and one their heav’nly rest.

happy the home where jesus’ name
is sweet to every ear;
where children early speak his fame,
and parents hold him dear.

happy the home where prayer is heard,
and praise each day does rise;
where parents love the sacred word
and all its wisdom prize.

lord, let us in our homes agree
this blessèd peace to gain;
unite our hearts in love to thee,
and love to all will reign.