From grief to By L. Marie Enns
Mourning Mother Mary— They killed her innocent Son Despondent, devastated disciples— Their Master lies lifeless, entombed Godly, grieving women take spices To anoint their Lord’s body— Their final act of kindness. Hope dashed by despair Faith weakened by perplexity Joy crushed by sorrow The atmosphere hangs heavy With grief and gloom, Disappointment and dismay.
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Then Sunday morning Resurrection bursts forth! The tomb is empty New hope is born On Easter morn Joy and faith return As confused minds struggle To wholly comprehend This new, unexpected revelation Jesus is alive again! He has risen from the dead He has died and risen as He said Glory to God in the highest Alleluia! Christ is risen Indeed! L. Marie Enns, a retired teacher, writes devotionals and poetry. She and her husband Henry are adherents of La Crete Christian Fellowship, La Crete, Alta., while maintaining their membership at Compass Immanuel Church, Rapid View, Sask. This poem was first published in Easter Stories and More by InScribe Christian Writers’ Fellowship in March 2021. 22 The Messenger • March/April 2022
