The Cry of the Poor (Lyrics and Chords)
Song Title "The Cry of the Poor"
Music and lyrics by John Foley, SJ
Category: Communion
Intro:
Em D Bm Em
The Lord hears the cry of the poor
C D Em
Blessed be the Lord.
C D Em
I will bless the Lord at all times.
G Am Bm
His praise ever in my mouth.
F Bm Em C
Let my soul glory in the Lord
Am Bm Em
For he hears the cry of the poor.
C D Em
Let the lowly hear and be glad
G Am Bm
The Lord listens to their pleas;
F Bm Em C
And to hearts broken, He is near
Am Bm Em
For He hears the cry of the poor.
C D Em
Ev'ry spirit crushed, He will save;
G Am Bm
Will be ransom for their lives;
F Bm Em C
Will be safe shelter for their fears
Am Bm Em
For He hears the cry of the poor.
C D Em
We proclaim the greatness of God.
G Am Bm
His praise ever in my mouth;
F Bm Em C
Ev'ry face brightened in His light
Am Bm Em
For He hears the cry of the poor.
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