The Priest Replies

Hold me in the healing hour

Touch my self-inflicted bruise

I am terrified of love

You draw me on, but I abuse.

All the resurrecting loving

All the mysteries unfolding

All the hungry, urgent calling

That lights the knowledge I’ve been trawling.

Shall I worship you as God?

Yes, you are my most trusted friend

You walk with me along life’s path

And light my way, and light my end.