Did You Hear Them

Four second-graders, each reading, in unison
A message for themselves, for the congregation
reminder of the ancient truth, the power of the words
the hope, the guidance, the direction in the words of God,
inspired providential, the promise of God, in these holy pages
A light to our way, in this dark and troubled world
Hope for all who delve into its pages, ready medicine
for souls in need, for hearts looking for a path,
a journey begun, continuing in this place
Did you hear them, speaking words of power
for the congregation, for all who have ears
Listen; there is joy here

June 10, 2008
Psalm 119:105
Presentation of the Bibles, Wesley United Methodist Church,
Concord, NH, June 8, 2008
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.