When there are no words to be spoken
A touch can make a difference
In the silence of unspoken words
It’s the awareness of your presence
With a touch upon the shoulder
Or the holding of someone’s hand
Brings instant comfort, reassurance
That you truly understand
Your actions spoken so eloquently
With responsiveness and care
You’ve broken down the silence
Just by your being there
Those brief moments of encounter
Of holding someone near
Gives strength and renewed courage
To overcome their fear
Spoken loudly by your actions
A healing message to the soul
When a touch was what was needed
To feel loved and to be whole
We can share the touch of Jesus
His gentle hands of purest love
We can share the hope within us
It comes from up above
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