Children romping on the shore To them belong the pipes of Pan The song of surf, the ocean's roar The fog, the wind and sand With hearts o'erfilled with happy zest And joy for what new day may bring They lay them down in peace to rest At morn for them the lark will sing They hail the day with wild delight Their feet in naked gladness shod Their eyes with wonder gleaming bright Of such is the kingdom of God Of such is the kingdom of God The song of surf, the ocean's roar The sky, the sun, the shore