Poems (Stephens)/Their part
THEIR PART.
One sang a song, a simple strain, With little of the grace of art,But all its words were comforting And meant to soothe a troubled heart.
One told a tale of noble deeds, Of those who sought to right the wrong,Inspiring courage in the weak, And, too, rejoicing with the strong.
One spoke a kind reclaiming word To those, the outcast and forlorn,Had pity for their sinful souls, Instead of bitterness and scorn.
And so they acted each a part; Each made a record on that day;The good they wrought may ne'er be known, 'Till in the land that's far away.