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Donna, che in ciel

Mary you who shine down from the heavens

Making the world itself a better place

Today we celebrate that glorious time

You saved us from turmoil and disgrace

Recalling how you stood before your Son

Who was prepared to strike us from above

Assuaging God the Father's angry brow

Turning it to gentleness and love

Showing to the world a mother's care

To overcome our torment and despair

All mankind shook with fear at the attack

But just one glance turned all God's fury back.

The earth is now at rest, the solid rock

Lies quiet in repose at what you've gained;

The sun cuts through clouds, the rainbow's hue

Delights to celebrate your glorious reign,

Men see their payers are answered and proclaim

'See, the sky is calm, the air is clear'

While you, who see your works from up on high,

Accept our prayers for we know you hear.

Your are the star, the radiant Queen of Heaven

To whom all thanks and praises now are given.

Then triumphant mother, you whose power

Shatters the bonds of evil and can save,

Whth hope of life eternal for believers,

Hope for joy that goes beyond the grave,

Mary, bring salvation to us all,

Quench the fire of wrath within the sea,

Give us peace and joy while we're below

And endless life with you eternally.

Brian Hick April 2015

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