People of Praise
Your people praise you, O Lord. As points of light, Scattered about The surface of the Earth. Together with angelic choirs, That dot the firmament, Your children sing. With fish, and bird, With rivers and seas, With mountains, And heavenly heights, Creation sings in chorus, Affirmation, Acclamation, And affection, In sanctifying hosannas, That fall as … Continue reading
Listening and Silent
It seems… I am always talking to You, That I am always with You, And have no doubt You are with me, Listening and silent. I am an endless monologue. You, hovering Spirit, Wordlessly eloquent Abide. You are Presence and Truth, Listening and silent, Thunderously silent, Save for the stirring of my heart, And the … Continue reading
With You in Darkness
Fr Spitzer’s Universe
A Willing Heart
The least of Your children, O Lord,,Can bring forth fruit one hundred fold.Such is the mystery of grace and lovePlanted in a willing heart. By Joann Nelander
Candles on Altars
Candles on Altars All men are candles, Burning on some altar. Some disappear into nothingness, Before worldly idols, Unable to sustain their spark Beyond the veil, Into eternity. Others light the heavens As they are consumed On the altar of Love, Merging imperceptibly, Creature with Creator. When my wax is spent, I pray I … Continue reading
