Verse 1
On Motu-Koita's sacred shore,
Where ancient spirits whisper lore,
In seventy-three, a fateful day,
LMS missionaries found their way.
Chorus
Oh, the London Missionaries,
Bringers of faith and endless stories,
Their legacy lives on with pride,
A testament to unwavering guide.
Verse 2
With fervor in their hearts aflame,
They preached the Gospel, shared God's name,
Established schools and built a church,
A beacon of hope for souls to search.
Verse 3
Through trials and tribulations faced,
Their faith remained unwavering and graced,
They faced resistance with open arms,
Embracing the people with loving palms.
Verse 4
They learned the language, customs too,
Respecting the heritage that grew,
Translations birthed, cultural exchange,
Building bridges over time's expanse.
Verse 5
From simple beginnings, far and wide,
Their mission spread, their presence multiplied,
Churches arose, a testament,
To the faith they planted, still present.
Chorus
Oh, the London Missionaries,
Bringers of faith and endless stories,
Their legacy lives on with pride,
A testament to unwavering guide.
Bridge
In nineteen seventy-two, their time had passed,
But the impact lingered, forever cast,
Their work continues, their spirit strong,
Inspiring generations with their song.
Outro
On Motu-Koita's sacred shore,
Their memory thrives forevermore,
London Missionaries, pillars of faith,
A legacy that time can never dethrone.