Living Psalms Book
Psalms in the form of words and art, reborn in the specific contexts of our world, privileging the voices of historically marginalized communities and those acting in solidarity with them.

Living Psalm 70  for Pentecost 23 A

God, I’m over it. Come save me now.
Everyone who rallies to hurt others, scatter them. 
Bring them down, God. They should be humbled. 
The sneering haters need to be put in their place. 
Do something now, God.
But let those who seek you and your Justice, praise your name. 
Let those who’ve known salvation shout.
I need you. I’m tired. I’m worn out. 
Please hurry up. 
Come on God, I’m counting on your day of Justice. 

Living Psalm 70 for Pentecost 23 A, was written by the Rev. Bec Cranford.

Living Psalms Book is created by UCC Witness & Worship Artists’ Group, a Network of UCC connected artists, activists and ministers bridging the worship and liturgy of the local church with witness and action in the community.  

Logo is detail from Living Psalm 80 by Sophia Beardemphl, Redwoods, CA. Recovering from significant bullying, Sophia, age nine, read Psalm 80 and thought of brokenness that needs mending. She drew this broken and mended bowl.

© Copyright 2020 Bec Cranford.  Permission granted to reproduce or adapt this material for use in services of worship or church education.  All publishing rights reserved.