I AM

I am the stranger who sits beside you in the pew.
Welcome me.

I am the young mother with the crying child who is sitting behind you.
Smile at me with an understanding look.

I am the elderly.
Talk to me.

I am the priest.
Listen to me.

I am the Eucharist.
Receive me.

I AM.

By Cindy Harlan

(Cindy Harlan is a member of Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Beech Grove.) †

The Criterion