Why? by Dcn Emily Holman

Why are we so cruel to each other?

From earliest Biblical times we have

    pointed our fingers at each other;

We have called each other names,

    separated, segregated, maimed, and

    killed.

 

Why are we so afraid of each other?

We all seek safe homes, adequate food,

    education for our children, health,

    happiness.

Why are we so insecure in ourselves

    that we deny others?

 

It hurts, O Lord, it hurts. It hurts to

    see others' hurt; it hurts to recognize

    our own human capacity to inflict hurt.

 

When will it end, Lord? When will our

    pointing finger become a welcoming hand?

 

Heal us, Lord. Bring us together in love

    and respect.

    Bring us together in the broken body

    of your Son, and make us one.

 

Deacon Emily Holman