Carolyn Devonshire Poet Rhyme

Son Rise Service

At the joyful sunrise service on Easter morn
On the sands of Daytona Beach no lines are drawn
Worshipers from each Christian denomination
Gather in unison as one congregation

Protestants, Mormons and Catholics in pre-dawn haze
Chorus of voices offering hymns of great praise
As the sun rises here, just as God’s son rose then
For a moment in time, many faiths are brethren

When the first rays of light streak across the ocean
‘Neath glowing pink light, we celebrate Christ risen
Surely God smiles down as all believers embrace,
Celebrate the Resurrection, bask in His grace

Good will is conveyed as heartfelt pledges are made
That the love displayed on Easter will never fade
All are soulidified and take this vow seriously
Knowing Christ’s sacrifice heals all humanity

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Jan Allison January 13, 2019 at 5:54 PM what a wonderful celebration it must be for everyone to join together in faith, beautifully penned and so uplifting Carolyn, no wonder it is a special poem for you:-) hugs Jan xx

Eve Roper April 9, 2015 at 12:34 PM A 7 for the wonderful spiritual write. Blessings Eve

Tim Ryerson April 8, 2015 at 4:11 AM One of my best childhood memories is Easter morning starting with the Sunrise Service...The title is sheer genius my friend! The poem of course, is written in your usual unmistakable and elegant style...Congratulations are DEFINITELY in order - Tim

Paul Callus April 7, 2015 at 8:07 AM First time I'm reading this lovely poem, Carolyn. Very fitting at this time of the year when the Son is Risen. Congrats on a deserved win! Hugs // paul

Estela Canama March 1, 2014 at 3:20 AM Congrats! A very stimulating poem about Easter.

Carol Sunshine Brown April 10, 2012 at 6:35 AM A belated congratulations on your well deserved win in Linda-Marie's "Easter Inspiration" contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Kim Merryman April 6, 2012 at 12:25 PM A lovely Easter poem, Carolyn. I've attended a few sunrise services over the years and they are special. Congrats on your win! Love, Kim Have a blessed Easter.

David Williams April 6, 2012 at 12:15 PM Carolyn congrats on your great win, have a great Easter..David

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl April 6, 2012 at 2:01 AM Congratulations Carolyn, a wonderful piece xx

Joyce Johnson April 5, 2012 at 5:52 PM A beautiful presentation for Easter. Congratulations Carolyn. Love, Joyce

Linda-Marie Sweetheart April 5, 2012 at 5:16 PM congrats Carolyn on sweet success for this magnificent and inspiring entry luv.. appreciate support too..

Elaine George April 16, 2011 at 8:03 AM Carolyn, this is so spiritual and uplifting, and the last line instills such a feeling of redemption and hope. SENSATIOANL! and so deserving of your FIRST PLACE HONOR. Love, Lainie

Robert Ball April 15, 2011 at 4:44 AM Great poem, but the Passover starts on the l8th and the Feast of unleavened Bread commences right after for 7 days, also their is no mention of Easter in the Bible did you know that, It is a pagan holiday which honors the Goddess Iris and the Easter egg symbolizes fertility in ancient times. Sorry but that is the truth, don't be fooled by Satan false Christianity. god bless

Robert Ball April 15, 2011 at 4:39 AM thanks for your kind comments, and congrats on your win in the latest contests, said it before your a great writer and hopefully I can get to your level in the future. Love the poem and your style, God bless

Carol Sunshine Brown April 11, 2011 at 5:16 AM Congratulations on your 1st Place win Carolyn in John Moses Freeman's contest "Praises of Life Precept". Love, Carol

Wilma Neels April 11, 2011 at 4:56 AM Awesome Carolyn, congratulations to you... Great to see this one on top. It's another hot day in Cape Town, hope your Monday will be an awesome one :) .. Love Wilma

Tahera Mannan April 10, 2011 at 10:40 PM Such an inspiring picture of worship dear carolyn. many many congratulations for this super win.

Prince Agba April 10, 2011 at 1:28 PM Congrats on your first place win in this contest

Gwendolen Song April 10, 2011 at 5:16 AM Carolyn-This is a service I would like to attend! Just being next to the ocean makes one feel closer to his/her creator which would translate into some awesome worship. Great win. Have an awesome weekend. Gwendolen

Andrew Crisci April 9, 2011 at 11:29 PM Big congratulations on your first place in John Freeman's, " Praises of life" contest. The last line of stanza four sums up the wonderful Easter story," Knowing Christ's sacrifice heals all Humanity." Your poem is so sincere and up-lifting, giving us hope in the resurrection. Have a wonderful Sunday. Thanks for your comments. Hugs, Andrew.

Nette Onclaud April 9, 2011 at 10:57 PM my happy cheers to you for top- of the heap special win, my carols... invigorating with happiness of sharing this slot with you.... :) huggs, nette

Carrie Richards April 9, 2011 at 4:30 PM Congratulations dear Carolyn, on this stunning Easter inspiration! So happy to see it as number 1 poem!!! Love, Carrie

Constance La France April 9, 2011 at 1:27 PM Congratulations Carolyn on your first place win in John's contests, your poem is very beautiful and deserving of its honour~~

Andrea Dietrich April 9, 2011 at 12:54 PM I sure remember this one and how much I liked it. It's so good when you take all the religions into account like this, CArolyn. Congrats on your awesome win.

Ellen Fahey April 9, 2011 at 11:17 AM Oh Carolyn, this is just beautiful! I can just picture it, thanks to your lovely words. Of all God's creations, the beach is my most favorite place. In fact, I grew up in FL and spent most of my weekends and summers at New Smyrna Beach. Lots of good memories there!! Congrats in your First Place win....well deserved, I might add! Love, Ellen

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