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Lead Me Lord
A child has come to lead
as the prophets predicted.
His crown is life.
His word is peace.
His legacy is hope.
A child has come to lead
as it was written.
His way is right.
His touch is healing.
His name is love.
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Faith in Thee
Wherever I walk, You are there. Whatever I say, You hear. You light my way in darkness; because of You, I have no fear. Whenever I cry, You hear me; You soothe the hurt and dry the tears. It seems You've always been beside me, and will remain throughout the years. A strong love burns within me, growing stronger every day; I know You're here beside me guiding me along life's way. No matter what may come tomorrow, I know that You will help me see that I can solve all problems just by having faith in Thee. |
© 1976
written for Joyce Amaral, ssd
January 10, 1956 - June 26, 1978
dear friend forever
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At Calvary
The hill at Calvary seems very peaceful now.
They took Him down and laid Him in his grave;
but the stone they used to seal away His body
can never seal away the love He gave.
The crowds have gone away, the place is empty now
and the guards have torn His garments into parts.
But they can't destroy the inner peace He's given
that men will carry with them in their hearts.
The hill at Calvary seems very peaceful now.
The sky has given back the sun again.
I'll wait here for the third day that He mentioned;
He'll be coming back! And I'll be here til then.
The cross no longer stands upon the hillside
but it stands forevermore to lead the way.
And the lessons that He taught will serve to guide me
as I wait here, deep in prayer, for that third day.
I offer up a humble prayer at Calvary
to Him who gave what only He could give.
And I pray that I may follow all His teachings
so that when I die I may begin to live.
As I wait here on the silent slopes of Calvary
for the Glory of the Lord to fill my life,
I realize the sacrifice I've witnessed
and my heart is filled with love for Jesus Christ.
| The Nazarene
From the land of cool, clear waters and pastures lush and green, came a man whom they called Jesus, and He was a Nazarene. He was born in a stable with a manger for a bed; with kings and shepherds 'round Him and a star above His head. They said He was a child of God sent to earth to live as man. He came to teach us peace and love, but we didn't understand. Though He healed the sick and feeble, raised the dead up from the grave, He frightened many people with the promises he made. Sent to earth to suffer for the sins of other men, to cleanse our souls and lift our hearts so we may begin again. No one seemed to realize the meaning of His birth or understand the parables He told about the earth. The crucifixion opened eyes -- too late -- but now they see that the Nazaren called Jesus gave his life for you and me. |
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A Song For Jesus
Along about this time each night,
I sit with pen in hand to write
a song for Jesus.
Shall it be a song of joy,
about the newborn baby boy,
the infant Jesus...
More miracles than I can count;
and the Sermon on the Mount,
Oh, wondrous Jesus!
Or shall I tell about the strife
that you endured in your short life,
my blessed Jesus...
Shall I tell of mercy mild
or the love you have
for each small child
my loving Jesus...
Shall I tell of how you live
in the hearts of all who give
their lives to Jesus.
And so, with pen in hand, each night
I try to find the words to write
my song for Jesus.
*written for Sr. Joyce Amaral, ssd
January 10, 1956 - June 26, 1978
(©1975)
May God hold you in the Glory of His
love*
Easter Morning
Sunrise gleaming on Easter morning,
bathes us all with rays of hope.
And our Saviour with His redeeming
power of love returns today.
Alleluia! Christ the Lord is risen
bringing peace to this troubled soul of mine.
Alleluia! Glory to the Highest!
He brings love to last for all time.
Voices singing songs of praise,
hearts are filled with love.
Hear the melody of churchbells ringing,
singing songs of praise.
Alleluia! Christ the Lord is risen
bringing peace to this troubled soul of mine.
Alleluia! Glory to the Highest!
He brings love to last for all time.
People, rejoice! For He is risen,
come back to lead us on.
Let joy resound in every voice
as we sing His praise.
Alleluia! Christ the Lord is risen
bringing peace to this troubled soul of mine.
Alleluia! Glory to the Highest!
He brings love to last for all time.
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