Toward Emmaus

On our daily journey
toward Emmaus
we search for You in Prophecies
and saintly recollections;
in the thoughts of wise men,
devotees, the select,
the maxims of the Holy Fathers
and visions of the blessed.

But You journeyed along beside us
“in another form”
one of the least of our brethren.

Our eyelids have grown
heavy with vigilance.
Our heart weary
with the burden of our piety.
Our thought dark,
unaware of the light and warmth
of Your love.

How will we recognize You?

23 Jul. 2004