"A Sacrifice of Praise"
by Peter Menkin

As I prepare, I am
praying in new understanding,
How there is a deeper union.

Illuminated prayer, you reveal to me
That I am received. How wonderful Christ’s hospitality
When I take the bread of blessing given.

Awaken this day, too, to the presence in God.
An entry made by invitation, an invitation I know:
There is the presence of God's statement. These
Are moments made: Redemption of mystery.

I am here for the mystery: Paschal.
I eat the bread. I take
The cup. I drink the wine.