June 18, 2010

My Journey to God

God of the Dawning Day

Oh God of the dawning day,
You loved me into existence;
It is by Your very will that I am.

Oh God of the morning,
You gave me loving parents,
Rich in simple wisdom and appreciation of Your gifts.

Oh God of the noontide,
When I wandered, you did not forget me;
You whispered my name and called me back unto Yourself.

Oh God of the advancing day,
You chose for me a partner to love,
And You blessed our love with the gift of children.

Oh God of the evening hour,
You ease my pains and give me rest;
Grandchildren surround me as little echoes of Your love.

Oh God of the setting sun,
I fear not Your loving summons
For I know you still—as God of the dawning day!

By Jack Ferkinhoff

(Jack Ferkinhoff is a member of St. Maurice Parish in Napoleon.)

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