A Sacred Purpose
©2023 Susan Noyes Anderson
My photo of the LDS Temple in Newport Beach
Today, this long-awaited day,
such bright son-light emerged!
A sacred purpose was fulfilled
as heaven and earth converged.
One temple spire reached toward the sky;
one spirit gained new ground,
while blessings flown on eagles’ wings
went soaring, glory-bound.
The Lord is good to us, His children.
Life is reconciled.
He opens doors, creates a way
for each beloved child…
on garden(ed) paths and wild.
∞§∞
For our son, upon the completion of his temple work. You are forever a joy in our lives, Todd, and we look forward to a wonderful reunion one day.
If this poem resonates with you, you might also enjoy reading “What Does It Mean?”
Tags: bereavement, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, covenants, death, endowment, grief, initiatories, LDS temple work, ordinances, resurrection, temples