A Peacemaker’s Lament

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How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til oppression ceases?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til all are fed?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til all are sheltered?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til all are clothed?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til swords become plowshares?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til justice reigns?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til peace fills the earth?

How long, O God?
How long, O God?
How long, O God?
Til all sit at your table?

How long?

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