A party gathers in the streets
flash-mobbing by word-of-mouth
raising voices as one with joy.

Hosanna in rhythm
he’s coming hosanna
hosanna I see him
ecstatic hosanna

Amen shed robes
wave palms amen
amen he’s here

Yes look
see yes

Oh!

Now is the time!
This is the day!
We are the ones!
He is the hope!
We will be free!

Wait!
What?
Did you hear?

Have faith in God.
Give to the emperor.
Not one stone will be left.
Brother will betray brother.
Be aware, keep alert.*

Did you hear?
What?
No!

A crowd takes to the streets
flash-mobbing by word of mouth
raising voices as one with passion.

Crucify…

David M. Frye
April 5, 2009
Denton, Neb.

*Mark 11:22, 12:17, 13:2, 13:12, 13:33 (NRSV)