Tongues of fire, softly gleam,
On bowed heads, a waking dream.
My children watch, with eyes so wide,
As grace descends, a gentle tide.
From icon's gaze, a silent plea,
That Spirit's touch may set them free.
To love and serve, in humble ways,
Through all their nights, and all their days.
A father's prayer, a whispered plea,
#HolySpirit, dwell in me.
#Faith's embrace, a family's keep,
In Christ's own love, our souls asleep.
#orthodoxpoetry #Fatherhood