Before the Blessed Sacrament

 

 

Before the Blessed Sacrament

 

                        I adore You hiding behind this mask

                        this shroud of appearances wrapping the Substance

                                this cloud of wheat that cloaks the Sun

                                this veil of bread upon the Face

                                all creatures long to see.

 

                        I worship You waiting within this portal

                                this skylight open to shimmering Heavens

                                this doorway down to silent Depths

                                this darkened window dim and foggy

                                with the breath of Love.

 

                                For You gave Yourself to me in this Token

                                this Locket hung on the breast of heaven

                                this modest Medal of celestial mint

                                this poor plain Penny in the purse of God

                                that purchased a world.

 

 

Paul Thigpen           

 From Jesus We Adore You

(Servant Books)