Through the darkness
of this world so cold and heartless
there is one who is always there
with arms wide open.

He is a man of wisdom, a man of vision,
comfort and guidance to wayward souls.
Many search but say they do not find him
but they look where he is not.

Close your eyes and lift your face
and you will see Him there,
Open your heart in welcome, 
for He lives within.

january 2003