On going to my local Church today, <br />I listened quietly to the congregation pray. <br />Then they sang a hymn of praise, <br />This old hymn did my spirits raise. <br />The Vicar preached a sermon good and strong, <br />This too seemed to march my soul along. <br />Then all prayed the Lords Prayer, <br />I took part and did my share. <br />“Give us this day our daily bread, ” <br />Amen oh Lord to this I said. <br />Then we sang the closing hymn, <br />I now felt free from earthly sin. <br />Abide with me fast falls the eventide. <br />Help of the helpless Lord with me abide. <br />At the Church door the Vicar stood, <br />Asked us to come again, I knew I would. <br />A good Church service cleans my soul <br />I feel I am on my way to that Heavenly goal.<br /><br />Bernard Shaw<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/heavenly-goal/
