I wandered, strayed, and drifted away

As my life’s journey passed me by

And had not seen where I had looked

For causes or for reasons why

From You I came, yet wandered far

So far I could not even see

From whence I came, You still remain

Forever patient, waiting, just for me

But lately now I’ve come to know

Your presence in every way

In my life, my loves, my fears and doubts

You’re always here with me to stay

I found some time I thought was mine

And gave it back to You

In thanks and praise for what You’ve done

But thanked You times too few

Now in this place I’ve found to pray

I always find You too

I spend an hour in this Place Away

From life’s distraction; alone with You

The peace I find in just one hour

With the One who created it all

Stays with me as I leave and live

And lifts me up again when I fall

The joy and love I find right here

In this hour spent in prayer

Comes with me and spreads to those I meet

For of this love I’m called to share

His simple gift of bread and wine

Which, for us became His gift Divine

Its here, right here; there’s no greater love

Remaining with us till the end of time.

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