Poems

MY PRAYER

"Ask.

A NEW SONG

Not through force of emphasisOr strained intensity,But on quiet tide of gratitudeLet my prayer come to Thee.

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Shared reflections

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From Pregnancy and childbirth

For expectant mothers

The more fully we accept the spiritual nature of birth, the more effortlessly we can demonstrate that nothing has occurred from which one needs to recover.

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NEITHER BEAR FALSE WITNESS

There I stood,Having borne false witness against myself,Against my neighbor,For I had called one white, had called one black,As though man, God-created, were of two kinds.

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INFINITY

I did not know a hillCould be so highUntil I raised my handAnd touched the sky.

HUMILITY

Humility is faith and trust,Relying on Love's tender care;Forgetting self and going forthTo prove that good is everywhere.

CHRISTMAS GIFT

Here is a Christmas gift, O God,For You and Your dear Son.

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Changing your world

Listen to this Sentinel Watch series—and discover how your prayers can make a difference in the world.

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Where is God when bad things happen?

Have you ever asked yourself where God is when you’re faced with bad news? We invite you to listen to each episode and discover ideas that spark hope and inspiration.

From Conquering hate, enthroning peace

Love's triumph over hate

How can we love when others hate? Prayerful turning to God, divine Love, with the earnest desire to express His qualities under all circumstances will give us strength and ability to do right.

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From Safety

A safe refuge

Trust in God opens the door to a safe refuge, always available and always at hand.

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A PRAYER

To better understand TheeEvery hour;To rest secureWithin Thy all-protectivePower;To feel Thy loving presenceEverywhere—

THE TIME

In Love's own time the bud unfolds,perfection comes to flower;in Love's own time leaf reds and goldsblaze beauty on the hour.

LIFTED ON WINGS

Troubled, my heart looked low, and stayed,Wondering why healing was delayed.

MEANING

God's perfectionTake seriously for yourselfAs His reflection!Do what He asks,Dignify your tasks;Claim Love's protection!

TODAY

Today belongs to God.

ILLUMINATION

I lift my eyes to GodWho gives me perfect sight,And through the lens of LoveI findHe gives me added light.