Tag: giving

A Letter to Santa

by Lucy M. Young

photo by Mel Poole on Unsplash
Dear Santa, I never wrote to you
When I was very young;
But now that I am "not so young"
Please count my note among
The many letters you receive
With lists of varying length,
And pay it close attention
When I call upon your strength

To join with our precious Lord
And bring to all on earth
The long-forgotten meaning
Of our Saviour's lowly birth -
The joy of unselfish giving,
Of sharing with those in need,
Bring love, tranquility and hope,
And banish rampant greed.

Dear Santa, read my letter
And answer it please do;
And I promise that from now on
I will believe in you.

Helpful People

by Lucy M. Young

photo by Josh Appel on Unsplash
Father, I come to You today with gratitude for friendly, thoughtful people
           who help me on my way -
Opening doors for me and carrying packages,
Stopping traffic so that I may cross the street on my crutches;
Waiting patiently for me to make my clumsy way through crowded stores.

They smile,
And in their smiles I sense Your loving presence.

Lord, bless these good, considerate people.
Make smooth their way through life.
Ease their burdens, calm their fears,
Comfort them;
And guide them safely through each day.
Help them, Lord, as they have so unselfishly helped me.