Death

My friend's dad has died. I cry for her and her family. Lord, hear my prayer for them...


This night and every night
seems infinite with questions,
and sleep as elusive
as answers.

Pain and longing are always present
dulled only a little
by the distractions of day
I am weary; I am angry
I am confused

Circle me, Lord.
Keep despair and disillusion without.
Bring a glimmer of hope within.

Circle me, Lord.
keep nightmare without.
Bring moments of rest within.

Circle me, Lord;
keep bitterness without.
Bring an occasional sense
of Your presence within.
-taken from Celtic Daily Prayer