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We are called to be sentinels of hope

By: Christi Ortiz

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We are called to be sentinels of hope
Seers of the unseen
Doers of the word
Living by a power not from us
Loving from a source inexhaustible
Believing in a reality unknown
Holding out for peace and healing
Standing up for justice and truth
Speaking up for the oppressed
Praying for those forgotten
Reaching out to the lonely and rejected
Hearing the voiceless
Breathing in gratitude for the blessings
Being at peace within ourselves and our world
Persevering on the path
Throwing our hands up in praise
And our heads back in laughter
Greeting each new day as it comes
Grateful
To be sentinels of hope

Christi Ortiz
Christi Ortiz
Christi Ortiz is a licensed marriage and family therapist by profession and a poet by passion.  She enjoys trying to put to words to that which is wordless and give voice to the dynamic and wild spiritual journey called life. She lives in Spokane with her husband and two children, Emmanuel and Grace. She loves the outdoors and meditating in the early mornings which gives rise to her poetry.
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Tracy Simmons
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Tracy Simmons
12 years ago

Christi, this just might be my favorite so far!

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Christi Ortiz
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Christi Ortiz
12 years ago

Thanks Tracy. You are a Sentinel of Hope to so many!

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HOPE Rolland
HOPE Rolland
12 years ago

OF COURSE, this was my favorite – I can’t imagine why!!!!!!!

HOPE you keep writing and sharing – thanks for letting me know your work was out there and available. A pleasure and inspiration to read.

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