All hail to you, Mary,
Most favoured by God
O teach us to follow
The path you once trod.
Chorus: Ave, Ave, Ave Maria

When Gabriel had spoken
you humbly said Yes.
may we have the courage
God’s Word to confess, Ave....

To those for whom sickness
And sadness are near,
show Jesus your first-born,
our Saviour from fear, Ave.....

With Joseph your husband
you cared for our Lord,
guide parents and children
To life’s one reward, Ave....

You treasured, dear mother,
The truth God revealed.
By seeking true wisdom,
Our faith will be sealed, Ave...

You spoke at the wedding,
And Christ gave them wine,
He now gives his people
The true bread divine. Ave...

We trustfully echo,
The prayer of your Son;
That all of God's children.
May love and be one. Ave...

In anguish enfolded
Are mother and Son;
By sharing their passion,
Our victory is won. Ave...

When Christ died he gave
You as mankind's new Eve,
Inspire all your children;
To love, hope, believe. Ave...

God's life was your living
With him you found peace;
May his loving presence
In us find increase. Ave...