Make of me an anointing oil To be pored into the wounds That bore my name. Who am I, How do You count me In Your universe? I am nothing, A wisp, Mere smoke Clouding Your heavens, And yet, You mount Your Cross For me. For me, The nails pierce Holy Flesh, For … Continue reading
Waxing Proud
I left You long ago, To wander in a world of choices, Bombarded by alluring voices. I left at home All cords that bound, Proudly casting off all staked to holy ground. I soared mounting the wind, On Icharus’ wings waxed proud, ‘Til sun and heat spoke Truth aloud. I left You long ago. Now … Continue reading
Canticle of Zechariah
Luke 1:68 – 79 The Messiah and his forerunner Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel;he has come to his people and set them free.He has raised up for us a mighty savior,born of the house of his servant David. Through his holy prophets he promised of oldthat he would save us from … Continue reading
BREATH OF GOD
BREATH OF GOD O, Magnificent One, O, Magnanimous One, O, Adorable One, In the splendor of Your Godhead, You stoop to lift me. As Father, You gently raise me, To plant Your kiss. You span the distance between us. Your overcome the flesh, the world and Evil, itself, In the humility of the Cross. You … Continue reading
