In the Chaliced Heart

I saw a rose upon the verge of space

Unfolding timeless petals to the sun,

So must we turn towards that source of grace

Our spirit's light-filled offering begun.

A rose of God ablaze above my brow

In uttermost simplicity bequeaths

Exquisite fragrances I long to know,

Her secret charm that all my world enwreathes.

O Rose that monarchs in their majesty

Are humbled in thy sight and seek tolearn

Perfection's form, imprint of Deity,

What fire in thy calyces doth burn?

Now we must grow surrendered as the rose,

And in the chaliced heart our love disclose.