A Church I Will Never Forget
I came to this city filled with self pity,
For my friends were all far away.
I sought Sunday school run by the Golden Rule,
For some filled my heart with dismay.
The result of my search was a white stone church,
On the side of a busy street.
Where the steps going in were worn smooth and thin,
With the treading of many feet.
When the bell starts ringing and people start singing,
And the organ begins to play.
A wonderful thrill all my being does fill,
And I'm glad to be there on His day.
When our Priest's voice tells all to rejoice,
As he reads from the Holy Word.
All my troubles vanish and grievances banish,
As the wonderful message is heard.
The friendship intended in each hand extended,
Means much to a stranger I'm sure.
For down through the years through lives filled with tears,
Our friendships formed will endure.
So I settled here in that long ago year,
And I've never had cause to regret.
People are friendly and kind and they weld ties that bind,
At this church I will never forget.
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Comments
Hey SHAUN,
I PINNED this piece because it has the absolute PERFECT metering and rhythmic timing of an elongated Limerick.....I do so love poetic timing.....as a song writer it is quite compelling.......but then the excitement conveyed in the stream of this poem......where the Church itself is the glue that binds..... took me back to a time when i took some comfort in a church In Montreal, Canada......called Notre Dame ~ I think?.......It's funny/interesting the memories and feelings that poetry can evoke!!....I am filled with a strange kind of knowing here my friend!!.......ALL STARS!!...thanx so much for sharing this!!........Your words struck a chord!!.......ALL STARS!!......LOVE & ROCKETS!!........T xo : )
Tony you are too kind and you know EXACTLY how to read and see a poem's construction and what a poet is trying to achieve and convey.
And I like to dabble in various forms.
You mention taking comfort in your Montreal church, Notre Dame and clearly good memories for you there and never to be forgotten through words struck in this one.
And how right you are that certain poems can bring back said happy memories, when least expected, that's the power of people's poetry and the good in it, the contentment it can bestow for all.
Thank you for most kind words Tony and here's to many more happy memories to be shared by everyone on this superb site my good friend.
Hi Shaun. Wow what a comment by Tony!! I will simply add that your verses read effortlessly and flowed gently as I read this piece. And I love reading your work, you have a great way to narrate a story or keep the reader engaged. You are definitely another one of my favourite poets! Px
Pratibha you like Tony are heaven sent and music to any poet's ears with generous and gracious comments as yours.
You are more than a tonic, you are a tower of strength as I write here among my betters.
And you mention 'one of my favourite poets', for that is what I find mirrored in you and your uplifting, enchanting poetry.
I wish you well Pratibha and all the loved ones around you.
You are simply a good person with a heart to match.
You are too kind 🥰🥰🥰
inspiration is the best key by others on here xxx
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Again, a beautiful and soulful write Shaun. I find churches, chapels, cathedrals to have an atmosphere all of their own, I love being inside them... great write X
Marion you say it so well and how right you are, they are a little bit of calm generously offered. And I too love being in them for they all have their own identity to discover and to seek solace from.
Thanks for your beautiful and gracious comments and I wish you well good Marion.🥰❤️
This is truly heartwarming! This speaks to me of community. There was a time when the church was the focal point for the townsfolk. Although the churches still stand in all their awesomeness and glory, not so many people worship. I am not a religious person but I do think the church has an important part to play in holding a community together. Another wonderful poem, Shaun, from your blessed pen ⚘x
Being Me and any comment from you is also heartwarming and endearing too! And you're right the church was the pillar of all communities but it sadly seems alas no more.
I wish you well and simply enjoy life and poetry.🥰
WONDERFUL POEM
I LOVE IT!!!!
THANKS BE TO GOD
Greg many thanks for your generous comment and glad you enjoyed it and how right you are, for the final thanks is bestowed to our Maker.