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Weekly Contest #186
I Have a Mouth but Cannot SpeakStage OneThere’s nothing quite like the smell of an old church. Perfume from the collective mothers of our congregation fills the air. When I take in their scent, I can see my wife getting ready with her padded shoulders and snake-crushing black heels. The worn cushions atop the wooden pews bring a peace that surpasses understanding. This is a foundational place. Matthew leads the church in worship. Great Is Thy Faithfulness echoes through the aging building. It’s the kind of music that feels like it could anoi...
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