Oh M-A-R-Y Kiahk 12-21-13 St. Mark Orthodox Church JC

Hymn of the Censer (Taishori) - Coptic

Have you seen Him?
The one I love
Have you seen Him
The Holy Man
Have you heard Him?
His gentle voice
Have you heard Him?
The great I Am

I am dark but 
I am lovely 
Among the thorns I am 
His rose and lily
His banner over me 
Is love and grace
And nothing gives me joy
Like His tender face 

Have you seen Him?
The one I love
Have you seen Him
The Holy Man
Have you heard Him?
His gentle voice 
Have you heard Him?
The great I Am

Come and meet Him
Sit at His feet
Drink in His beauty
It set me free
I was wounded 
Broken and empty
But His spirit
Rushed in and filled me 
I was waiting 
For life and healing 
But His sweet eyes alone
Restored my feeling 

Have you seen Him?
The one I love
Have you seen Him
The Holy Man
Have you heard Him?
His gentle voice 
Have you heard Him?
The great I Am

The oil I poured on Him
Could not consume
His sweet aroma
It filled the room

Have you seen Him?
The one I love
Have you seen Him
The Holy Man
Have you heard Him?
His gentle voice 
Have you heard Him?
The great I Am

Have You Seen the One I Love

You're my protector
From all that is evil
You hold me by the right hand
My heart with You rejoices

(R) You're the true Shepherd
You carry me on Your shoulders
You take me to green pastures
Your love is overwhelming

You're always with me
You will never leave me
Your voice is within me
"Do not fear, My Child"

You will elevate me
In the midst of my suffering
You strengthen my weakness
You are my true fortress

You will support me
In times of tribulations
Your hand guides me
Doing good for me

You're the True Shepherd (Music by Tamer Mahrous)

In this sermon Fr. Elijah Estafanous dives into the root of modern loneliness, showing how despite our digital connections and crowded spaces, we often lack deep, meaningful relationships. He emphasizes that our relational nature reflects the image of the Trinity—a God who exists in community. Using theological, sociological, and biblical insights, he challenges us to swim against the tide of superficiality and pursue authentic friendships marked by vulnerability, grace, and intentionality. True friendship not only enriches our lives but is essential for spiritual growth, pointing us back to Christ, the ultimate model of sacrificial love.

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