The sisters I needed

were where I needed them

serving quietly

with smiles

and gentle guidance

I felt the power of their work, their hands, their faith

and proud to be among them

This is Zion

 Sisters, never met before, but glued together in purpose

and love

this is Zion

the smiles I needed today

Brothers, ready to help

White shirts and ties

jumping in with jumper cables and charge

as soon as they are asked

this is Zion

Instantly knowing you can trust and be trusted

all give what they can

and share what they've got

This is Zion

All are equal

All are loved

All are needed

 My heart counts time

from when it was shattered

across the laundry room floor

oh how it hurt

but it was put together again

piece by piece, lined with gold

glowing, a new thing

made out of the old

silver made slivers

and then into gold

There was so many 

little tender mercies

eyes opened

layers of gifts and understandings