Sheila's Cardamom Bread (for Communion)

Blessed be the hands that made the bread,

That gather, mix and knead. 

Blessed be the hands that bore the nails

To meet our deepest need.

Blessed be the one who adds the spice

And subtle sweetness gives.

Blessed be the one who took on death

So that his body lives.

Blessed be the faith that baked this bread

And gave it back to God.

Blessed be the faith that went through hell

To claim us by his blood.

Blessed be the hands that baked the loaf

Through which our souls are fed.

Blessed be the hands that took the cross

To be our living bread.