Smoldering fires scorch the land
Burning lips kiss Jesus’ hand
Help us Lord this year we pray
Keep us safe, sins’ attacks do stay.
Ukraine’s forests and plains do swell
with screams and moans no heart can quell
Firey candles light up the night
Faith prevails; militants fight.
O how can Christians rejoice this year
Besieged by war, violence and fear
Only through mercy and love of heaven
Will peace descend and become the leaven.
The Baby Jesus descends to this
The blistering scene He will not miss
He emanates peace amidst the flames
His holiness waters the land and tames.
The Cross stands out, stark and firm
Candles surround it as they burn
The message that the Infant Lord brings
JOY AMIDST SORROW; LET THE BELLS RING!
BY A VISITANDINE 12/2022