Saturday, March 30, 2013

he was not forsaken



he was not forsaken
God had not truly left him
the words of the ancient psalm
prayed upon the cross
Christ intoning the ancient words
the balm to the people
connected throughout time
between God and his people


March 30, 2013
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

has anyone forsaken you


a very human question
to get us to that place
where Christ was upon the cross
crying out to god
has anyone forsaken you
left you in the darkest hour
alone to face the terror
the pain all alone



March 30, 2013
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

a balm for the heart of Mary



Christ’s focus upon her
upon his loving mother
wanting to protect her
to care for her needs
a balm for the heart of Mary
a son to protect her
to care for her after Christ is gone
to be a son to her


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March 30, 2013
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

when this thief repented



when this thief repented
even for one hour only
acknowledging the truth of Christ
that he was the Messiah
asking for mercy
for a chance at heaven
what glory there is above
that one was redeemed on that day
to be with Christ in paradise
eternity with you


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March 30, 2013
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

we are that thief



we are the lost coin
the wandering sheep
the child who ran away
seeking other fortune
we are that thief
redeemed by God’s mercy
healed by the saving grace
of the cross, of Christ’s giving


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March 30, 2013
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

only believing for one hour



amazed at the grace of Christ
the blessings of God
a promise of paradise
to the one on the cross
only believing for one hour
hanging on the tree
but that was more than enough
to earn eternity


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March 30, 2013
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

for this one sinner



God’s message consistent
in the parables,
in Christ’s choice
spending time with one sinner
saving him from the lost
a lost coin, a wayward sheep,
many prodigal children
God spends his time on each of them
for there is more joy in heaven
when one who has been lost is found
one gathered in
for this one sinner joy above
for he will truly live



March 30, 2013
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)

Good Friday
Seven Last Words Service
Opening prayer
Father forgive them, for they know not what they do (Elisha Burns)
(Luke 23:34).
Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (Marshall Burns)
(Luke 23:43)
Woman, behold your son: behold your mother (Richard Fleury)
(John 19:26-27).
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark Cioffi)
(Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34).
I thirst (Ray Foss)
(John 19:28).
It is finished (Kathy Akerman)
 (John 19:30).
Father, into your hands I commit my spirit (Pastor Ruth Foss)
(Luke 23:46).
&
The Voice of God. . . Mary, The Mother of Jesus
This Lenten Season, we are doing something a little different. We are doing Lenten Dramas from:   http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/home.htm It is called "The Voice of God". We are hearing conversations between God and some of the characters that took part in Passion Week. It has been a "moving experience" for all. . . 
February 13 2013 Ash Wednesday – James  (portrayed by Diane Mitchell)
February 17, 2013 – Judas  (portrayal by Ray Foss)
February 24, 2013 – Peter  (portrayal by Marshall Burns)
March 3, 2013 – Pilate  (portrayed by Richard Fleury)
March 10, 2013 – Barabbas  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 17, 2013 - Dysmas (Thief on the cross)  (portrayed by Ray Foss)
March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday
March 28, 2013 Maundy Thursday – The Centurion  (portrayed by Mark Cioffi)
March 29, 2013 Good Friday - Mary Mother of Jesus (portrayed by Kathy Akerman)
March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday! - The Gardner (portrayed by Mary Ann Cioffi)
service led by Pastor Ruth Foss
A Handmaiden of the Lord
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Good Friday
March 29, 2013


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 22,690+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.