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This beautiful poem is shared by Robyn – a friend of the parish, written in memory of her recently passed father, Robert Young.
Robyn’s poem of love and inspiration is derived from the golden strength and resilience observed in one of her favourite flowers, and Psalm 16 a Michtam, (pronounced mick-ham)… a very great prayer by the Holy Righteous and Prophet King David.
The 150+ ancient Psalms and Psalter continue to shine forth a clear and ofttimes mysterious Light, illuminating the services and personal prayer in our daily lives.
May we, too, be as Sunflowers …. lifting our golden heads to follow the direction of His Sonshine… aligning our own wills with God’s… while basking our little petals in the warmth of His resplendent Light.
Let us be as sunflowers – tall and sturdy we stand.
Always facing the warmth of our Sun – our shadows behind us.
Basking in Your Light – You bring glory to our petals.
Spreading our seeds of happiness – to sow and take deep root in good soil.
So golden, so brightly we shine – let us be as sunflowers.
~ by Robyn D. Young
May God grant rest to Robert’s soul, and give comfort and strength to Robyn, Pearl and Zachary.
With love in Christ.