HOW sweet and rare is the spirit of that beautiful and prayerful hymn so familiar to Christian Scientists and often referred to by them as the "Shepherd Hymn"! With its rich simplicity, the depth and purity of its loving appeal, it is a fitting prelude to open and attune the heart to the inspiration and guidance of divine Love. This gem of prayerful hymnody, bequeathed to us by our revered Leader, Mrs. Eddy, who loved to listen for and obey the Shepherd's voice, is for this reason frequently sung as an opening hymn at members' meetings of the Christian Science churches all over the world. The members of these churches have found that when they come together prepared and willing to listen for His voice and guidance, they sing from the heart (Poems, p. 14):
"Shepherd, show me how to go
O'er the hillside steep;"
and unity, spiritual healing, and progress ensue.
