We Dare Proclaim A Whole New World

Music, Amazing Grace                                                           Lyrics, Noelle Damico

We dare proclaim a whole new world
is springing up today,
A world of justice, joy and peace
abundant with God's grace.

We are a people born anew
who live distinctively
As strangers, outcasts, poor, infirm;
We build community.

Our worship and our work are one
announcing God's new way.
We feed, and clothe, and share our power
we celebrate and pray.

Within this world of fear and death
the vulnerable are mocked.
When choosing solidarity,
the path leads to the cross.

But God is bringing life from death
and dignity from scorn,
When we risk our security
to practice God's shalom.

We dare proclaim a whole new world
is springing up today,
A world of justice, joy and peace
abundant with God's grace.

Copyright 1997, 1998 Noelle Damico
Permission to reproduce for one-time use granted to religious organizations supporting the Campaign for Fair Food