New Priest

 

Patrick becomes a priest;

His parents are so proud.

They never doubted in the least;

The avocation and vocation he did not shroud.

So many parochial lessons learned;

So much time to think.

Spiritual guidance and blessings earned.

Body and Blood. The bread we break. The wine we drink. 

Pain and suffering will still abound;

Death and Dying unexplained.

Good father we are grateful that you are around. 

Heavenly Father, your kingdom and your reign.

Earthly limitations, 

hurdles and obstacles - down and out.

Optimistic celebration; 

Rising above inherent doubt.

Though it seems, we walk our path alone.

In God we trust,

Finding the simple mortal joy;

Undying faith is a must.

The mature young man was once a little boy.

Heart to heart. Day by day. 

Believe it's a start. Let us pray.