Monday, July 27, 2015

Within the scent of lilacs – v2

Within this place of love, sanctuary,
where so much has been shared
within the scent of lilacs
God’s Spring in the air

We gather to celebrate
your day, the turning page
the journey you have entered
far before old age

We pray together
for love and joy abounding
for years and years unending
for life in its fullness abundant

The love of Christ pouring over
your head, your life anointed
with the precious oil of God’s love
our hope overflowing

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edited July 27, 2015
Within the scent of lilacs – v2

May 6, 2012
Within the scent of lilacs
for Ruth’s 50th birthday party
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May 6, 2012
Suncook United Methodist Church

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