Preaching, praying, singing, everywhere
Shouting the praises of his love and care
All of God's children seemed to gather there
Preaching, praying, singing, down on the public square
I was stranger there intent upon my way
But when I saw the crowd I had the urge to stay
I heard a welcome voice bidding me come and share
Their preaching, praying, singing, down on the public square
* Refrain
I felt so much at home amid this happy throng
That come from far and to praise his name is song
To lay their burdens down forget their every care
And have an old time meeting, down on the public square
* Refrain
Now as I journey on I think back o'er the day
I am convinced withis, these folks have found the way
To put public hearts in song, just praying honest prayer
And leave the joy bells ringing, down on the public square
* Refrain