The secret’s out:
the kingdom of God is here
with all authority given
to rebuke evil
restore good
promote peace.
Yes! The time is here
for spiritual triage
for family members
ailing from the cancer
of depression
for marriages bleeding
on the side of the road.
The enemy is intent
on gnawing our joy
like a bone.
We must become
that Good Samaritan.
Sweet greetings and holy kisses
are not enough.
We must perform the stuff
of mercy, of deep prayer.
We must come alongside
offer the shelter
of our love.
Oh, Holy Father
move us from
our complacency.
Let us not be spectators
of hurt and misery.
Breathe on us a spirit of unity.
Convict us so that
we come to be
your healing hands
right now.