The St. Olaf Choir, Anton Armstrong, conductor

LISTEN!
Ralph M. Johnson
In loving memory of Sigrid Jean Johnson (1952-2022)
Listen to the voices
Peace, be still
Listen
I know the plans I have for you
Listen
for the still small voice
Listen to the voices;
feel the warmth of the sun
on your back
the hand of someone you love
gently touching your shoulder
Listen
Where is your voice
O God of future and hope
Help us to hear
Listen to the voices
The songbirds are singing.
Their wide eyes follow
the dance of her eyes,
her arms, her hands.
And oh, such life in her face!
Listen to the spirit-voices,
their perfect unison and harmony
singing the seasons of life.
God of love and light
Lift our eyes
Open our ears
Listen
—David Bengston ( for my dear friend Sigrid, a fabulous listener)