Springs in the Desert
In deserts vast, many holy ones stayed,
Holy Church Fathers and Mothers who prayed;
They pondered Christ’s Words through the silence and night,
Seeking God’s Mercy and His heavenly Light.
In caves and dwellings, both humble and small,
They answered faithfully, our Saviour’s Call;
With steadfast devotion and hearts meek and mild,
They followed Footsteps of God’s Holy Child.
They sought not riches nor splendours of earth,
But treasured souls and their heavenly worth;
With modesty clothed and prayer as bread,
They walked where saints and martyrs had tread.
To weary souls bowed with sorrow and fear,
They offered counsel and wise list'ning ear;
Their words were springs in the wilderness dry,
Refreshing hearts of many pilgrims nearby.
From springs of deep prayer in desert’s still air,
Roses of holiness, blossomed so fair;
Like roses unfolded, beneath Heaven’s gaze,
Their lives gave glory, fragrant honour with praise.
Dear Desert Fathers, and Mothers so bright,
You shone in our world, with Christ’s gentle Light;
Through fasting with prayer, and kindness bestowed,
Your clear signpost, to Heav'n's narrow road.
Though we in marketplace, labour each day,
Walk through loud noise, of the world on our way;
Still deep in our hearts, may desert remain,
As quiet dear haven, where Christ's Peace doth reign.
May our hearts quest, deep grace from above,
And prayer shape us ,with patience and love;
We pray that God's Mercy and Infinite Grace,
Help us seek holiness, through all of our days.
When all of life’s trials, and burdens are past,
May we find harbour in Heaven at last;
With saints of the desert rejoicing above,
Forever bless'd by God's Perfect Love.
This song may be sung to the public domain tune of "Be Thou My Vision," whose reflective and prayerful melody beautifully suits the spirit of the Desert Fathers and Desert Mothers.
This hymn was inspired by the historical example and works of the Early Church Fathers and Early Church Mothers.
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Image courtesy of ChatGPT with CN Whittle "Desert Saints welcome procession of pilgrims to Heaven"
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