Oh, hello there! Just…
Give me… a moment… please
I need… to catch… my breath…whew!
I don’t climb stairs with ease
Thank you for your kindness
Wow, it’s so crowded in here!
I feel anxious and overwhelmed
What? Do I need prayer for fear?
My feelings are quite normal
Please, just help me find a seat
Is there one close to the restroom?
I need to get off my feet
My heart is still beating hard
And, now I have to sneeze…
Where’s that fog coming from?
My throat hurts… From allergies
Why is it suddenly dark in here?
Who turned out the light?
I’m worried I might trip and fall
What? Walk by faith, not sight?
Oh, sweet child, someday you’ll find
How hard it can become
To age and still try to serve
When arthritis hurts your thumbs
I used to play the organ
I’d sing, and play guitar
But the style changed so quickly
And, my dear, I’m no rock star
Make so mistake, I’ve loved to watch
The youth grow up to serve
And set their gaze on Jesus
In this precious little church
When it hurt too much for me to stand
And properly show my respect
When I couldn’t get up that early,
Well, it got much harder to connect
How much longer did he say he’d preach?
I don’t want to be impolite
But my blood sugar is dropping
And I’m not feeling quite right
Could you help me down the aisle?
I’m afraid I just can’t wait
Oh, I didn’t mean to knock that over!
I’m getting dizzy and can’t see straight
Maybe next week will be better
Or I’ll just tune in online
I don’t want to be a bother
Taking up all your time
But it’s been so good to see you all
I’ve missed gathering together
But I really must be going
Now it’s my blood pressure
Would you help me down these stairs, sweet child?
The steps outside are slippery
And I noticed the rail on my way up
Was just a little rickety
I never used to think I’d be
In this strange position
When parking too far away
Would make me question my decision!
I’d really like to join you
I’d love to be included
But sadly, friends, this will not work
I’ve been unintentionally excluded
I still feel I have so much to give
But I have needs, too
With just a few tweaks and accomodations
An altered point-of-view
We could praise our God together
With all our diversity
With all our different voices,
In perfect unity
