Poem based on Matthew 18:15-20

As I gather myself to pray

I remember those around me

those in need

who are praying also for me

and together

you and I

we make up the church of God

gathered in Your name

Brothers and Sisters in Christ

Children together in the family of God

no longer strangers

or lone rangers

but the forgiving and the forgiven

gathered at the table of the Lord

once again to renew our strength

for service

            of You