School Song
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- We stand for God and for His glory
- The Lord on High and God of all
- Against His foes we raise His standard
- Around the Cross we hear His call
- Chorus: Strengthen our faith Redeemer
- Guard us when danger is nigh
- To Thee we pledge our lives and service
- Strong in a faith that ne’er shall die
- To Thee we pledge our lives and service
- Strong in a faith that ne’er shall die.
godsongs.net has more info
This triumphal hymn was written by Irish Dominican J.P. O'Daly OP (d May 1940) who worked in Rome (verses 1 and 2 and the chorus) and John O'Brien, 1878-1953 (verse 3). With irregular meter, it is set to NOI VOGLIAM DIO, a traditional Italian folk tune, originally with Marian lyrics. It was of the official hymn of the Holy Name Society in Australia and New Zealand (ref) and it is likely that the 3rd verse, with a reference to the Southern Cross, was written for this. It has been used as a school song in various places around the world, sometimes with an alternative, less militaristic, chorus.