In Your Love Forever
You are the sun At the center of the Cross. I have polluted the waters of my baptism, And come again To the foot of Your Cross. As my prayer rises From the dust of my fall, Into the heaven, Which is with You, Stretch out Your arms eternally, To embrace me yet again, Bring … Continue reading
Who is the Poorest of the Poor?
Who is the poorest of the Poor? Is it not the one deprived of womb? Is it not the one gone unnamed? Given a frame But denied rightful claim, Stripped bear of place, No space to grow, Deprived of a proper birth? Is it not the one evicted, Before drawing it’s first breath, Whose beating … Continue reading
Work of Love
Make of every heart a tabernacle, A holy space, Home to Thee, An ark, A Mercy seat, Where Cherubim Spread their wings And constantly adore. May heaven alight On one who prays, And rest on that blessed soul, As Pentecost anew. Across the face of the earth Find hallowed home, Ciborium for Thy Blood, Chalice … 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
