Ao Anjo da Igreja

To the angel of the church

You answered the call that the Lord made to you
And with zeal and care, you kept the book of the law
Years passed, you were steadfast and faithful
You are an approved worker, God's anointed

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The angel of the church you are,
Receive at this moment, our laurels
But the greatest prize which is not earthly
You will receive from the hands of the King of kings

You held the staff, without looking back
And in various moments, it's too difficult
Enduring the insults, and real dangers
Leading the sheep, through the rocky paths

Here is the flock, that the Lord entrusted to you
Who paid homage, recognizing the value
Of the holy ministry, that God entrusted to you
Receive with affection, this gesture of love...