Written as a responsive reading, or for two voices.

Come together, all you faithful people
and lift up your praises to God!
Just think how much God has given you
then come forward with your thanks.

God’s anger may last for a moment
but God’s goodness fills a lifetime.
Tears may linger at nightfall
but the joy of a new morning wipes them away.

How good you are to us,
You turn our doldrums into dancing.
You change the sackcloth of sorrow
into a golden gown of gladness.

Seeing all this, how could we remain silent?
How could we not praise you! Amen!

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