Thought
Let our solemn thoughts align
Reflections and resolve combine
On one who taught and suffered
Corporeal pain for us offered
Each one has their cross to bear
Forbearance shown by Saviour.
Let us accept with cheerful gait
Whatever is our self-formed fate
Cross out self-image of the “I”
Egocentric views defy
What greater love than to die
For another’s freedom to buy
Reviewing lessons from the past
Corrections now made to last
With anguish, trials, austerities
Play life’s game with skilful ease
Next scene dawns a glorious day
When rising sun rays blaze away
Prayer
O sweet sacrifice let me feel Thy presence now as I sit at thy holy feet marvelling at thy love marked in blood. May I learn to carry my small crosses with forbearance and fully follow thy every guided step.